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    Belushi's

    3.3 (24 reviews)
    ModerateSports Bars, Pubs
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    BELUSHI'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Very loud
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for groups

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    Alice W.

    eeermmmm... it's hard to work out whether I like it or not, it brings back loads of memories of being able to get in places but whether I like it or not is a different kettle of fish. It caters for the hostel residence and the old football watchers so it's not particularly the same crowd every time, which makes it quite hard to gauge whether to go in.. I accidently went to the karaoke night on Thursday which was one of the worst things in the entire world, it was like a Chinese torture to be honest. Filled with people who really think they're the new Mariah Carey which isn't amusing, it's just saddening and embarrassing.

    Ralph F.

    This place was a last resort since everything was packed in city center Edinburg. Its a hostel/bar/restaurant/american food? Its a bit confusing. Anyway my girlfriend and I got a mix and match platter. Took about an hour for the empty dining place to get our food. Everything was too greasy and the wings didnt even come out. I do not recommend the place.

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    Fiona H.

    This place almost makes me miss my back-packing days! If only there were a Belushi's in South America I'd probably not have come back. But unfortunately there wasn't, so my only experience of it was when some Oz friends were in Edinburgh for Hogmanay and they stayed here. The bar downstairs looks deceptively small from the outside, but it holds just over 100 people in total, and they also have a separate room which you can hire. In some ways, the décor's exactly what you'd expect from a backpacker hostel i.e. it's laid back, relaxed and comfortable, but there wasn't a hint of the shabby, grotty, run-down images that spring to mind when you picture budget hostel bars usually. Drinks are nice and cheap too, and the staff are always up for a bit of chat whilst they're making it for you. But the best thing is that they always have different things on every night of the week. Don't get me wrong, it's first and foremost a sports bar. But they also have live music on thursdays, open mic on saturdays (luckily I only spectate in that one) and "i-factor" on tuesdays, which is essentially a competition to see who has the best playlit on their ipod - if that's you, you get a free drink. If you haven't been yet, then go. Next time you're out for drink within walking distance this should be your starting point.

    Em C.

    I know that it's cheap and bases its ethos on livening up backpackers, but that's why I like it. Belushi's sells itself as being good fun, and I have to agree. I've always had a good laugh when I've been here. I was delighted to find Belushi's in Edinburgh after my experience in Convent Garden (one day I'll review it and relive the magic). Down in the London Belushi's, my good time was largely to do with their great staff and my friends, but there is still a buzz about this place. I love to go travelling but when I can't, I like catching the buzz in Belushi's. It's bolshy and caters for the young, boistrous crowds it usually attracts, but if you take it for what it is - a young, carefree bar - then it's awesome. Their karaoke nights are cringeworthy but satisfying, and if you're up for a rowdy night out then it does the job!

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    Stefanie K.

    Good place to catch a football game, bad place to look for a vegetable. We had nachos which were pretty disappointing but otherwise the food was standard bar fare and the fries were tasty. If you're staying in the attached hostel you get a nice discount.

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    Great food at an acceptable price, poor drinks selection, though. Shame about the service with a scowl, too.

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    Overpriced bar relying on a captive audience from the hostel upstairs. Nothing special.

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    Review Highlights - Belushi's

    It caters for a young, friendly and relaxed audience although because its located right below a backpackers hostel has people from all walks of life.

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