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Welcome to Biblos and immerse yourself in a world of fun and good times. Set in Edinburgh's Old Town area our floor-to-ceiling windows are great for gazing out and frame views of Edinburgh's Old College whilst our sophisticated interiors encompasses a bar, restaurant, separate function venue and a trendy live music bar and lounge. We are open all-day and late into the night, seven days a week, stop by for a drink in the bar & explore the extensive wine list or try our cocktails. Work your way through the carefully selected menu of seasonal and locally sourced international gastropub cuisine with a touch of Scottish flavour, from breakfast and lunch right through to dinner and then stay late
PRICE RANGE
US$6 - US$19
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
International, British, Gastropub, Scottish, Bar
FEATURES
Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Street Parking, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Jazz Bar
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Nice location, Great to be able to grab a drink and nice selection of gins , welcoming staff and great menu to have a choice from

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023 via mobile

First time visit last night and I was hugely disappointed. Not just my table but other tables were served by numerous waiters who were all asking the same questions and numerous times. Halfway through our starters, another waiters came over to our table and asked...if we were ready for our main meals and then looked confused when I said ‘no’ as we’ve not finished our staters yet which were only served to us about 2 minutes before. I wish that I didn’t bother ordering the haggis bites as they were awful. They were coated in a soggy batter, drenched in a watery gravy which is a first for me as haggis bites have always been breaded and served with a whiskey sauce. Mains weren’t much better either. Both plates looked like the food was thrown on it which should’ve been a warning not to eat it. My burger was very dry and the melted cheese on top was so weird and gloopy. It actually made me physically sick. The lemon peppered chicken was dry and the broccoli was severely undercooked. Really disappointed in my visit here. Between the food and the Fawlty Towers service, I’d not recommend this placeMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 27 August 2023

Was having a good night the the bar staff had a rotation there was a girl with dark curly hair and for some reason she took a disliking to our group we had done.nothing wrong she.ended up getting us chucked out for nothing so sad...she needs to get a life did not end our night we ended up at another bar and enjoyed the rest of our night but just to warn yous if that little boot dose not like your group then you won't be servedMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 17 April 2023

The location is close to the main visiting spots, the prices are ok and the food is absolutely delicuous! By far the best place I've been for dinner in Edinburgh!

Date of visit: April 2023
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Zackra Zackra, Owner at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 19 April 2023

Dear Gina, Thank you for your great 5 stars 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 rating, and your kind words about the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Kind regards, Team Biblos

Reviewed 4 April 2023 via mobile

Visited biblos with some friends, after a trip to the Highlands. I got a burger, not the best due to the beef, it's not from fresh meat. The others food was ok.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 9 March 2023 via mobile

I visited on Wednesday the 8th of March early evening and was completely ignored by the individual who was supposed to be serving. It was not busy and there were several ladies waiting for drinks. I used the toilet and returned to the bar and...asked if I could make my order. I was told there was a waiter (is that his job description?). He ignored me! No customer service training . No wonder Edinburgh is going to the dogs. On my last visit there was a nice young lady waitress and I left a positive review.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 21 January 2023 via mobile

Booked restaurant based on their menu of set dinner 5pm as theatre at 7pm. Arrived early and restaurant was like an ice box. Asked for menu and told set menu wasn't available now but still on Google on website. When drinks ordered they weren't able...to tell us what wines were available as girl required to tell us. Eventually drinks arrived and meal ordered. The food was very good and really enjoyed it. The staff were very attentive and polite but think their management needs a bit more knowledge training so that these kids don't look stupid when asked a question. No blame on staff it all starts at the TOP. 4 STARS FOR STAFF. 1 STAR FOR TRAININGMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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A G, Owner at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2023

Hi, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are sorry about the confusion about the set menu, it appears that there are cached menus on Google. Please only consider out menu as displayed on the website. We look forward to welcoming you back again...More

Reviewed 13 January 2023

We had a lovely meal and reasonably priced bottle of wine here for lunch. Couldn’t fault a thing. Place was warm, staff were efficient

Date of visit: January 2023
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 17 January 2023

Hi, Thank you for your lovely 5 stars review and feedback. We are delighted to hear your feedback about our service and value for money. We look forward to welcoming you back again when you soon. Kind regards Team Biblos

Reviewed 4 January 2023 via mobile

Lovely place unfortunately service was not the best! We got given our main meal before our starter...asked for more drinks then had to ask again as server had forgotten. When main meal came out had to ask for more cutlery! Had to go up and...order pudding when server brought spoon for pudding our plates were left on the table and not taken away until server brought the pudding out... starters were good..steak was ok!More

Date of visit: January 2023
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 17 January 2023

Dear Susana, Thank you for your review and feedback which we take on board. We are sorry we did not live up to your expectation on this occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back again when you are in Edinburgh next. Kind regards Team...More

Reviewed 20 December 2022 via mobile

Was staying just around the corner so was very convenient. We enjoyed a variety of cocktails which were great. The atmosphere inside the bar was very good and the live music was enjoyable

Date of visit: December 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 17 January 2023

Dear Claire, Thank you for your great 5 stars review and feedback. We are delighted to hear your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back again when you are in Edinburgh next. Kind regards Team Biblos

Reviewed 7 December 2022 via mobile

Nice atmosphere here, and th staff were excellent, very friendly and attentive and couldn't do more to help. Nice enough menu with a good choice, but overall the food was just a bit average.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 9 December 2022

Hi Andrew, Thank you for your feedback and rating. We are sorry that we didn't live up to your expectations on this occasion but we do hope that you will allow us another opportunity and we will aim for 5 stars from you the next...More

Reviewed 6 December 2022

We visited there for a late lunch while roaming the streets of Edinburgh. The waitress was young and sweet. The Haggis balls, Calamari, Chorizos with feta cheese, Briscetta, Fish and Chips, and burgers were all good and the drinks were cold and served promptly.

Date of visit: July 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 17 January 2023

Dear Tamara, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are delighted to hear your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back again and will aim for 5 stars the next time :-) Kind regards Team Biblos

Reviewed 24 November 2022

Had booked a table and the place was FREEZING the whole time. In need of a revamp. Staff all talking and not doing much. Paid £7 for a panini that came on a plate on its own and was more like garlic bread. Really disappointed!More

Date of visit: November 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 17 January 2023

Hi, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are sorry that we did not live up to your expectations on this occasion. Thank you for your feedback, which we take on board. We hope that you will provide us with another opportunity to welcome...More

Reviewed 21 November 2022

Service was friendly and quick. Could improve on food quality and quantity and expand the menu a bit. Comfortable and clean. Nice enough experience.

Date of visit: November 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 27 November 2022

Hi Thank you for reviewing us and for your feedback which is helpful. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and will aim for 5 stars the next time :-) Kind regards Team Biblos

Reviewed 2 November 2022 via mobile

First time and first dinner in Scotland so we had to try traditional dishes and this restaurant was recommended by the hotel. Selected Haggis for appetizer to share and Scottish salmon & fish and chips for main courses. Haggis was better than and fish and...chips was crispy and tasty but the peas tasted like they came directlyfrom a can. The salmon was properly cooked but would have benefitted of more herbs and spices in the sauce. The beans were tough. Local beer was great! The service was nice and quickMore

Date of visit: November 2022
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A G, Agency / Consultant at Biblos, responded to this reviewResponded 7 November 2022

Hi, Thank you for your nice 5 stars review and feedback. We are delighted to hear your feedback and suggestions which we take on board. We look forward to welcoming you back again when you are in Edinburgh next. Kind regards Team Biblos

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Hi Sarah, Thank you for your query. If you speak with the waiter we can speak with the chef to let you know what can be provided gluten free. Kind regards Team Biblos
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Biblos is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 3.5
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3.5