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PRICE RANGE
US$6 - US$19
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub, Scottish
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
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Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

We ate here twice while in Edinburgh, pub was great, brilliant food, great prices - I had the pate which was to die for! The pub has that typical great pub vibe to it and we loved it. Had an espresso martini to end my...birthday meal which was one of the best espresso martinis I have ever had! If you’re in Edinburgh you have to visit here - whether you pop in for a drink or sit and have a meal - you def won’t regret it!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

The George IV was fantastic, atmosphere excellent, the food was to die for, we had the Cullen skink and Caesar salad both times we were there , just brilliant

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Gone down hill, much smaller portions nowadays including the much reduced portion of chips, Cullen skink is now in a small bowl and fish and chips was smaller too. Also the batter was not crisp on the fish and chips, slightly soggy. This used to...be a go to for lunch, been there many times in the past, not anymore I'm afraid. Disappointing.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 7 October 2023 via mobile

We were recommended to eat here, by the barman at another pub (drinks only) we visited. I ordered the “highland chicken”, my wife the “bangers and mash” and our friend who just fancied something sweet, ordered the “sticky toffee pudding”. The wait was only around...15 minutes, the portions were decent and the food delicious! We left happy and satisfied.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 5 October 2023

We had some time between two tours for a quick lunch. We ordered the classic club sandwich and it was good. We mentioned to the waiter that we did not have much time and he made sure our meal was delivered quickly. He also checked...back frequently to ask if we enjoyed our lunch and needed anything more. I would recommend this restaurant.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 18 September 2023 via mobile

Outstanding food and service. We spent three weeks in the Isles and this was the best place ww found. The Haggis was okay. The salads were excellent to.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 18 September 2023

Good place to watch sport (rugby in my case), fish and chips were great. Staff were courteous and welcoming.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023

Perfection from.the start ..staff were brilliant had a lovely table . food excellent..drinks superb definitely recommend to anyone to give it a go xxx definitely be back xxx

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 16 September 2023 via mobile

Lucky to be able to get a table here for our family on a busy Friday evening. The staff were great and helped us with drink recommendations. The service was a little slow but to expected on a Friday night. Food was good - only...sampled starters. Music was great. Kids loved our session here too!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 7 September 2023 via mobile

Actually visited this place during the secret food tour. It was so good, I had to return. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and efficient service. Try the haggis spring rolls- they are delish!! Can get busy so choose your time to visit.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023 via mobile

The atmosphere was casual and fun. The service was friendly and fast. The food was great! We will definitely visit again.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 5 September 2023

Excellent food, well presented and delicious. First class service by a charming waiter with a mullet hair style.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 19 August 2023

Well-located. We went early and were able to get seats. Good mix of locals and tourists. Menu choices consisted of mostly classic dishes. Food was beyond expectations and well-presented. Draught beer choices were a bit limited. Staff were professional and helpful.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 10 August 2023

Well i dont know how to describe it. We arrived at the bar, we got in, the atmosphere was kind of stifling ? fuggy? i dont know the exact word. They told us that they have no free tables. I asked if we had to...make a reservation and they said no. OK... so what? We stepped out , we waited for a while outside of the bar because it was raining. After a while a member of the stuff got out. We asked him if we had to reserve a table. No, first customer gets first table that opens he told us. OK what does this means? Where shall we wait? Nothing! no help , no information at all. The only thing they informed us for, was that i had to take off my jacket if we seat, because it was a football clubs jacket. Thats it...More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023

This bar has so much character and is in a perfect location. We sat outside at a small table and watched people on the street. Unfortunately, we did not try the food.

Date of visit: July 2023
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The George IV Bar is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4