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    Indigo Yard

    3.4 (47 reviews)
    ModerateBritish, Gastropubs
    Closed 8:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
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    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Sticky toffee pudding
    Katie J.

    I'm currently traveling with a tour group thru the UK, And our welcome dinner was held at Indigo Yard. You enter thru a lovely courtyard, covered with awnings and full of flowers. Inside is a mix of low ceiling, cozy booth areas, long tables great for parties, and a mezzanine that mezzanine with seating that overlooks a high ceilinged bar. Indoors has an elegant rustic feel, with lots of lovely wood and metal touches. Every single member of the staff we interacted with was SO nice and friendly, and they went above and beyond to accommodate our large group! Although our group only gave us a few menu options to choose from, my husband and I also ordered cocktails and their haggis scotch eggs with brown sauce. Their scotch eggs has haggis around them, and the brown sauce wasn't a gravy sauce like I was expecting, but a salty sweet surprise with an eel sauce consistency. These were my favorite! Our starter was the Sweet Potato, Chilli, and Coconut soup. I wasn't a big fan of this. I got no taste of sweet potatoes or coconut, the chilli overwhelmed everything. My husband and I ordered the King Prawn chilli Linguine with a ginger pesto. What we received was a major disappointment- these were by no stretch or the imagination king prawns. They were medium sized at best. Again, the linguine was overwhelmed by the chilli- so much my eyes watered and my nose ran before I gave up. Other diners voiced the same complaints. Dessert was great! Sticky toffee pudding with a scoop of vanilla ice cream- so delicious! I had a cocktail called Kissing in the rain, a flip containing gin, rhubarb, raspberry, and lemon with an egg white, shaken to perfection. It was delightful- I only with there was more of it! I also had the house white which was tasty, and my husband enjoyed his house ale. All in all, not bad, just lay off the chilli next time!

    Cheers! it's ya birthday shot!
    Dee H.

    The ambiance was so good the first time when we Hali had drinks. We went back a second time for dinner. And Indigo Yards didn't disappoint - well maybe a little. We asked for Katie, but we weren't seated in her section! But our waitress did a fine job

    Dining Room
    Will W.

    Walked in for dinner since my friends were looking for someplace to get a Scotch Egg while we were in Edinburgh. Really nice staff, great service and good food!

    Chorizo
    Charlie A.

    Came during a down time. Friday morning about 1130 for breakfast and a drink. Really cool spot. Looks like it would be a great place for any occasion. Good food, good drinks, and the service was good as well. Recommended weather you're by yourself or with a big group. I believe you can make reservations for a bit group as well. Very much enjoyed my time here and would go back.

    Mojito
    Sharon S.

    Cool Bar! Great Vibe! Top Selection of Beers on Tap! Pretty Fab Cocktail Menu (exceptional mojito)! Great Afterwork Spot or Late Night Out!

    Goat's cheese crostini salad
    Emma Louise M.

    It's Sunday, the day after the night before which incorporated bizarre cocktails, far too many pre-going out amarettos and Coronas and a rock club that doubled as a time machine, transporting you backwards exactly nine or ten years. You've got work again tomorrow and you're in for a three hour plus rail journey that afternoon. What do you need? AWESOME FOOD! But what's better than awesome food? Awesome food available on a two for one basis in a really pleasant place. Now I'm assured that when this spot gets busy it does become far less serene and more bustling and jostling, and that tends to be during the post-office hours when the suits descend upon it like buzzards to some poor lost soul in the desert. On this quiet Sunday, however, its tranquility was just what the doctor ordered. I grabbed myself a goat's cheese salad and Mr M opted for the ribs. Now, you know by now I'm not some frou-frou twee low fat type who likes a lettuce leaf and a bit of rabbit food. I want my salads to be proper, big and substantial and meal-like, and this was indeed all of the above. Check my photo for evidence - gargantuan hunk of crusty bread topped with a huge slab of goat's cheese, balsamic dressing with fresh cherry tomatoes and rocket... heaven. It beat me, I couldn't even finish the thing. And those ribs were insane, once again check the pics for visuals. Can't argue with the portion sizes here! The desserts look amazing too. So, that's money-saving potential, hefty food plates, a TV with some kind of bike race on it, lovely friendly service and very nice decor? Thumbs up all round, methinks.

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    Alice W.

    This is an exceptionally light and airy venue, it feels like you're in a posh southern European coffee shop (then when you look outside it's pelting rain against the window - ignore that) The dining area has been sort of cleverly penned off using thought out interior architecture, so it's certainly cosier and more intimate. None of the food is good for you, which doesn't bother me in the slightest but my more "aware" friend was getting a bit antsy. We stayed for a drink after and it was how can I put it - just alright. The bouncer letting big groups of lads in was probably a mistake as it was filled with rugby sorts being a bit obnoxious, which turned a nice supper into a bit of an annoyance.

    Bex M.

    Went here for lunch recently with friends and really liked the atmosphere and decor. We were sat in a comfortable booth and mostly chose things from the offer on the menu (I think it might have been 2 mains for £10). Nik and I shared a starter as I was intrigued to try the wild mushrooms on sun-dried tomato toast. This was very nice but I was a bit disappointed as the toast we received was actually just rustic wholemeal (although still tasty). We both had the burger as our main course and they were delicious! Well cooked, nicely seasoned and juicy but with crispy edges. I also liked the accompaniments and drinks we chose. I had a blueberry smoothie and fizzy water. I loved the glasses they were served in too! Dessert was a bit more of a let down. We all ordered hot chocolates as they sounded amazing (made with melted chocolate, not powder) and we all chose the double chocolate one rather than the more unusual rose & black pepper or lemongrass & white chocolate. We also paid the extra for macarons on the side (even me as I wanted to take them home) and I ordered the mulled cherry rice pudding as it sounded too good to miss! My rice pud came first, served in a kilner jar it was nice and hot and very tasty. The cherries were lovely with a hint of spices and just enough tartness against the sweet, creamy rice pud. Unfortunately our hot chocolates took ages to arrive and some of them were barely warm when they did come. I'd already finished my pudding and our macarons were served first so we had waited patiently only to be disappointed. The other weird thing was that we all agreed they tasted spicy - like chilli chocolate. When I questioned our waitress about this she asked the guy who'd made them and we saw his incredulous reaction as he exclaimed "Chilli?!?" Apparently, they were just plain chocolate but since all four of us tasted a kick, we have no idea where that came from. I'm glad it wasn't just me going mad! Our first server was much more efficient and capable than our second. The macaron flavours we all chose were quite mixed up and some had to be changed as she'd forgotten what we asked for. She seemed a bit confused at times and we were worried about asking about the hot chocolates. I sent mine back as I wasn't enjoying it, even if I was given another hot one I wouldn't have liked it. Given the time we'd spent waiting, I didn't want to order another hot drink as everyone would be waiting and as I said, I'd already finished my pudding. She was quite insistent that she could bring me another but eventually accepted that I really didn't want one. My hot chocolate was taken off the bill and I was allowed to keep my macarons so that did make up for some of the disappointment. Overall, it was good value for money. Lara's starters (she had 2 starters instead of a main) were particularly good value as the portions were huge and looked delicious! I would go back again as the issues I've mentioned above were only minor and we did enjoy the food.

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    Emily T.

    I came here with my brother during Christmas time, and it just gave me butterflies to walk in! The decorations were fantastic and the whole atmosphere was electric. You could have been anywhere in the world! The whole place is really cool, it's designed well and it's easy to maneuver around. The food is good too - pretty standard really. I had chicken noodles in sweet chilli and my brother had chicken with leeks. He loved it, and so did I -albeit a little bit spicy. We had a bottle of red wine with our meal, and my chocolate brownie was the best I've ever tasted!! It all came to a grand total of £22 - we nearly choked! Turns out there was a 2 for 1 deal we had inadvertently signed up for. It's a lovely place and I've been back several times since and never been disappointed!

    Charlie G.

    Indigo Yard looks amazing, the decor is authentically modern, with a nice "bookcase style" bar (with a little ladder for getting certain wines and spirits.) They also have a decent range of draft beers, however only one cider, and everything on tap is pretty expensive. I don't mind expensive, as long as the service justifies the cost of the drinks, which it didn't really to be honest. There were approximately five people behind the bar, and not that many people waiting for drinks but it was taking a relatively long time to be served, there seemed to also be a bit of an arrogance about some of the servers, no real chat, no conversational tones - which was a real shame. Needless to say, I can't really complain about the overall visit however if a thing or two went differently this review easily could have been 5 stars.

    Loving Indigo Yard! At first I actually thought it was an extension to the back of Pizza Express...I know, I am blonde after all. I like the atmosphere. It sort of feels relaxed and cool, and makes you feel relaxed and cool at the same time. The crowd is a bit of a mixture, from young uns to students to the more mature customer to couples, it has something for everyone. As well as being a bar, it's also a restaurant, so you can have a little nibble with your Pinot Grigio. It isn't the cheapest place to drink though, a cocktail setting you back around £7-9, which means you could have a couple here then move onto somewhere a bit cheaper on a night out! I recommend the Preston's Fizz, a new concoction I had never heard of before. It was a delicious mix of chambord, vodka and fresh raspberries over ice with some fizz to top it off. Yum! A really funky bar!

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    Review Highlights - Indigo Yard

    We were sat in a comfortable booth and mostly chose things from the offer on the menu (I think it might have been 2 mains for £10).

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    The Devil's Advocate - Smoked fish plate

    The Devil's Advocate

    4.3(636 reviews)
    0.7 miOld Town, Royal Mile
    ££

    Walking in to The Devil's Advocate in Advocate Close, just above Market St, the large bar greets…read moreyou. We chose the Scottish Road trip whiskey flight. As someone who truly loved little about Scotch, it was a wonderful way to taste and compare smoky vs peaty whiskeys. Fun. Our table was upstairs and we sat next to an open door which allows for fresh cool air. It was a warm day in Edinburgh. Our server was wonderful, patient and really helpful. Our choices were truly delicious. We started with the fish board, olives, and mushroom skewer. We loved them all. I enjoyed the cod main dish, while my wife finished the starters. The side of asparagus was also excellent. The mouse dessert was delicious but very rich, it's enough for 4 people. The cost of dinner was also totally reasonable. I recommend this place highly.

    Great drinks and a killer location. We got a cheeseboard that was actually quite nice and large,…read morewhich we were very pleased with. The one weird thing -- we were unsure when we arrived how hungry we would be, and the menu is a bit limited. We decided to order just the cheese board and see where we were after that. We were told that once we placed an order, we would not be permitted to put in any more food due to a "small kitchen." I have never heard this rule worded in quite this way. I have been to places that prefer you place everything at once, but not that you would absolutely not be allowed to order more food if you found yourself hungry. We witnessed another table leave because of this rule. The server communicated this rule quite gruffly. The restaurant was also not very busy at all, so couldn't have been crowding concerns. I would definetly recommend for drinks and apps, but, for dinner, perhaps elsewhere.

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    Queens Arms

    Queens Arms

    4.4(115 reviews)
    0.4 miNew Town
    ££

    Bar staff friendly and timely. Carrie (bartender) served us 2 nights in a row. So good we came back…read more2 time on our two night stay. Didn't wait long for drink in a very busy bar. Food was also good, veg were perfectly warmed, not over seasoned and crisp. Exactly how I like them. Food was a Lil pricey. But a great experience overall. Highly recommend.

    Out of all the places I've been to in Scotland, I think Queens Arms was one of my favorites…read more We had reservations for this place recently and when I took one step inside, I was already in love. I mean who doesn't love a good pub? You get great drinks and great food at an affordable price. As I write it makes me think of think of when Zidane reunites with Freya in FF9. Sometimes we don't wanna eat at fancy Michelin restaurant that has small plates but charges a premium. Sometimes we just wanna cut all the BS and just get a nice hearty meal. And thats what we got. When we sat down we found out that they were doing a Trivia night. Normally I would have told my girl to pick another spot to eat but for some reason I was cool with it. There was even a table nearby with kids(yuck). And you know what? It was fine. That's because we had been sipping on some amazing cocktails. If you also partake, Gin and Mezcal enjoyers will love the Bramble and Hibiscus Crush. What color are Luigi's overalls from Super Mario? That's such an easy question. Wait...what do you mean Luigi's overalls are blue? They are green. Look at this picture onli...Oh... One of the stars of our meal was the Haggis. This was the first time I had ever tried it and after trying it at multiple places Scotland, Queens Arms I feel has done it the best. I love the complexity of the flavors of the meat with the creamy and pepper flavors of the peppercorn sauce. If you've never had Haggis, you definitely have to try it here. The best part is that it comes with mashed potatoes too! Shoutouts to the Fish and Chips if you are also into that. One of my friends ordered that and I definitely had to go back in for multiple bites. Finally the roast. The Sunday Roast should just be an automatic order if you happen to come here on a Sunday. You get so much food and it's all so damn tasty. They'll cook a roast to whatever doneness your heart desires. We went with Medium Rare and it came out perfectly. If you didn't have enough flavors with all the extra sides it comes with, they also give you gravy to pour on anything you want. Thanksgiving basically came early this night. But as I looked around and admired all the bookshelf's and all the families have a nice dinner with their loved ones, I just thought about how happy I was. I was finally here! This was the start of my trip. Queens Arms has set a high ceiling on great experiences in Scotland. We even went back there a couple of days ago just because we knew we would be able to end the night on a good drink. But in the end I think if you are Edinburgh, you have to come to this place. It is one of my favorite experiences I've had in Scotland so far and I dream about when I can come back again.

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    St Vincent - This was sooo good!

    St Vincent

    4.3(12 reviews)
    0.5 miStockbridge, New Town
    ££

    I wondered if I'd feel guilty whilst drinking cask ales at a traditional Scottish pub, right…read moreoutside of a church. Nope. It was brilliant. This place is grand...and by grand, I mean chill and comfy. Great for crews to relax and have philosophical debates and enjoy some beer. Love it.

    I love the cosy, hidden away feel of St Vincent bar. I really do feel like it's been hidden away…read morefrom me for some reason, and the only reason I learned of its merits was because my brother was participating in a Poker tournament here one evening, and so I came along to basically peek over his shoulder and embarrass him and put him off the game by asking stupid questions. While I was there though, I thought, what the heck, I'll have myself a cheeky half pint (it was a Sunday, so I was winding down from the weekend) and take in the atmosphere. It was one of the pretty few and far between bars in Edinburgh where I felt completely comfortable and part of the banter within five minutes of being in the place. St Vincent is frequented by a lot of regulars, but not the kind of regulars that put their pint glasses down and fix you with a steely stare in silence as you creak the pub door open, and then through which you inevitably awkwardly feel like you should creep back out of again. All in all, this is relaxed and welcoming bar to attend of an evening, and if poker is your forte, you can play your heart out on a Sunday evening.

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