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Travellers' Choice2023
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Southside & Holyrood
0.8 miles from Edinburgh Old Town
About
Whisky bar , traditional ales and fresh Scottish fayre. Over 200 whiskies available.
PRICE RANGE
US$4 - US$19
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub, Scottish
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Reservations, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
Reviews (459)
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All reviews venison stew chilli burger specials board excellent pub scottish breakfast at reasonable prices nice atmosphere royal mile beer malts
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

Great place, friendly people, excellent food, fantastic service, would recommend it, been before and definitely go back,

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 10 September 2023 via mobile

Lovely breakfast. Really good value for money. All cooked very well. Super fast and friendly service. Imagine also a great bar to drink at!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 27 August 2023

Just wholesome no nonsense brilliant grub. Heard about this place from a friend and wasnt disappointed Loved it and will defo be back.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 17 August 2023

This pub is a must go - we met Eden - one of the bar staff and despite the place being packed he looked out for available seating for us - we ordered the "flight" to sample the Scottish whiskys and food. Eden was so...knowledgeable about the whiskys and took his time to introduce us to the different products and made sure to check and see if we were OK. This was our second pub experience - eden you do your job really well and really make visitors to your beautiful country feel welcome - make sure you visit here for true Scottish hospitalityMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 16 August 2023

The breakfast was lovely, the staff were friendly,we came across this place as we walked past yummy food

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 12 August 2023

Meat pie and smashed potatoes was amazimg,traditional Scottish food. And of course, sticky budding wirh ice cream,so great. Atmosphere was so warm,cozy and relaxed.Not forgetting the staff, who were great.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 11 July 2023 via mobile

Excellent food, good drink, but lipstick on the glass. After the meal, the waiter didn't want to serve us if we still wanted to drink. I did not understand it.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 1 June 2023

Great small pub with lovely staff and fabulous food - this is well worth a visit ! We stayed nearby and went on 2 nights .. menu choice is good and food was great quality . Just a really nice relaxed vibe - you’ve got...it just right . Thank you 😊More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 1 June 2023 via mobile

Nice atmosphere and helpful and knowledgeable staff ( when asked advice about whisky). Prices were very reasonable too. Much cheaper for cocktails and whisky than any of our locals round Manchester.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 29 April 2023 via mobile

Nice place to eat and drink Whisky and beer Burgers are lovely and gorgeous Even for kid buttermilk chicken crisp and chips are very good my son was happy

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 30 December 2022

Looked for recommendations before visiting and golly they were spot on. Friendly welcome,good food, great prices.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 28 December 2022 via mobile

We went here for breakfast. We both had the Scottish breakfast which was delicious, hot and fresh. Great value as you also get a tea or coffee included in the price. I highly recommend this place for breakfast.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 5 December 2022 via mobile

Went for an early Christmas lunch today with family. The whole experience (from start to finish) was wonderful. The food was great, the staff were amazing and the value for money was excellent. I would highly recommend the Abbey Buffet… 5⭐️

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 16 November 2022 via mobile

Staff are the best - friendly, knowledgable, swift and professional. Pub is full - Wednesday night - because it is an enjoyable place to have a drink with friends plus interact with people. We will be back.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 8 October 2022

A party id 15 or so attended a refreshment-based reunion there last week. Amazing accommodating staff, reasonably priced drinks for Edinburgh, Comfortable atmosphere, mixed patronage. Food amazing with a good specials board, Great Venison stew, like Gran used to make.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Hi Valentina ! I am sorry I haven’t saw animals in the restaurant both times I have been
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5