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Greyfriar's Bobby bar

3.8 (119 reviews)
ModerateScottish, Pubs
Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Touristy
Moderate noise
Live music
Outdoor seating

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Frank E.

Great look and feel to the place. Really gives you the Scotland Vibes. Borders on touristy but pulls it off. It was packed when we went. They did manage to find a table for 4, though. It was tucked in but manageable. The waiter had a hard time with our drink order. I wanted the cask ale, and it took a while to figure it out. It was on the menu! The first thing supposedly in the cask was out, so I just told them to bring me whatever was in there! And it was damn good. No real idea of what it was, though. I ordered the vegetarian plate. And it was tasty as well. The rest in my party didn't fare as well. The plates were odd. We had a local with us, and he did attest to the meals not looking and tasting like they should. Not bad, but also not what it should have been. All in all, a good place to spend an hour and recharge. But think twice because they can do better, and so can you.

Nicholson's Pale Ale
Paulette C.

There is so much history with this restaurant that I wanted to make sure we ate here. If you go on Yelp, then their website, you can get a free drink with a meal. That alone saved us about $9! Our steak pie was small, but very tasty. I highly recommend coming here.

Cullen Skink (smoked haddock, potato and leek soup)
Leigh L.

Excellent food and lovely staff. I had the Cullen skink to start which was so tasty and served with lovely bread. For my main I chose sausage and mash, again piping hot with a lovely presentation. While this is a pub and was busy, it wasn't overly noisy and had a lovely quaint pub ambiance. I highly recommend stopping in for a hearty warming meal. I didn't feel the price was bad for all the food I ordered in the middle of the tourist district.

Chicken cutlets
Robin P.

The pub and table service was fantastic. The food was delicious. Enjoyed the feeling inside the restaurant.

Fish Pie
Amanda M.

Come for the Bobby memorial, stay for the pies. After a chilly day in Edinburgh is was great to warm up inside with a comforting hearty pie. We got seated immediately and a server came back to take our food and drink orders. The food was quick to arrive. I recommend the scotch egg which is a bar menu item. It was a nice starter before the pies. I'd be a regular here if I lived in Edinburgh.

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Irene Y.

**March 2024: Weekday Early Afternoon Visit** I figured since I was in Edinburgh I should visit at least one pub - so why not visit an iconic one?! Named after Edinburgh's most loyal pup, this bar is located just footsteps away from the dog's statute. I visited during an off peak hours at 2:30pm in the afternoon so I was able to find a seat pretty easily, though there was still quite a few patrons enjoying themselves. I decided to order one of their famous savory pies and was recommended the Slow Cooked Beef Rib, Shin and Pulled Brisket Pie (€20). From photos online it looked to be a palm sized pie, but when it came out it was basically the size of my head. It was huge! I thoroughly enjoyed it. The crust was flaky, and the meat inside was super flavorful and tender. I also enjoyed the mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. It was a super filling meal and I would absolutely order this again!

Tairyn A.

Coming to Greyfriar's Bobby is a must when visiting Edinburgh. Just the story of the little dog alone is so cute. I didn't know what to expect, so I had no expectations. I was pleasantly surprised. It wasn't as full as you would expect for a well known tourist destination place. We were seated right away. We ordered local dishes and my husband ordered salmon. My stew was amazing. I actually enjoyed Scottish food quite a bit. I love hardy comfort food. Prices were also reasonable and service was good. We did get overcharged, but they took care of it. I loved it. The atmosphere was so casual and cozy at the same time and food was great. A must!

Abby A.

After arriving in Edinburgh after a 13 hour plane ride, and very hungry, we headed straight to Greyfriar's Bobby Bar! We arrived right before the dinner rush, so were seated right in the huge bay window looking out onto the street, a great place to watch all the tourists touch the nose on Bobby's statue outside the window. We ordered pies-chicken and mushroom, and steak, with a starter of the Cullen Skink soup. The pies were hot, and flaky-delicious with a pint of cider. The Cullen Skink was disappointing-no flavor, like hot water (I've had it before other places so know what it should taste like). All in all, we enjoyed it. Great service, beautiful old pub, lovely!

Steak and ale pie
Siu M.

Ordered the steak and ale pie, delicious! Flaky pastry with tender beef in a new gravy. Mash was good, the veggies were meh. Bar snacks- (mac n cheese bites, nachos, scampi) would not get this next time. Tastes like the American stuff back home. Quick and friendly service. Plenty of seating.

Ricardo J.

This is a great place to stop in for some mulled wine or a pint on a cold night. It is conveniently located next to Greyfriar's Cemetery and the tourist attraction of Greyfriar's Bobby. The pub has a relaxing atmosphere and the professional and friendly service is typical of the area. In a great way, of course. The Scots are a warm, friendly people in general, and you will find many with that "glint in the eye."

Steak pie
Cole L.

The service is slow, but the wait is worth it--Greyfriars steak pie I have ever had. The breading was soft and moist, while the meat inside was seasoned and cooked exquisitely. I loved this experience, and it was a must-do in Edinburgh.

Taylor P.

One of my favorite pubs in Scotland, relaxed and fun vibes. Cute story of the dog and his owner! Food and drinks were excellent.

Tats mash and haggis
Steven B.

Next to Greyfriar's Kirk and across from Bobby's statue it is a lovely and lively sizable pub. It's not Michelin star cuisine but nicely presented plates of good quality food is what to expect.

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We visited this Pub in June and had a great experience. Great food, spirits, and staff.

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Great atmosphere, good selection of ale, good food, little history with it. Loved it.

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Awesome food and services. Recommend sausage and mash!

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Yelp is reporting it close but it is still open. Just ate there. 6/28/18. Traditional pub atmosphere. Shepherds pie is out of this world

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The chicken & mushroom pot pie with veg and fries were delicious and the price was great too; under 9 pounds.

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Amazing for tourists because of the haggis and atmosphere see the real nice and warm Edinburgh bar !

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A very good pub meal indeed. My son, age 7, who is a connoisseur of fish and chips, pronounced theirs the best he had ever tasted.

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3.9(113 reviews)
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