Such nice staff, a solid burger, and great cider. This was a nice stop for lunch and there was plenty of seating.

If you're looking for a cozy pub with a bit of history and fun live music this is the place for you. I visited on a night with live, local Scottish music and it was perfect!! I love the slightly dark touches that play into "the last drop" and being able to read about the folklore surrounding the square and the bar itself. The bar itself is small, so it was easy to get up and get drinks from the bartender. I visited just for drinks. I was happy the beer was cold and the place was lively and it was the perfect spot for a Saturday night! read more

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We wanted to try this well known local pub for our first Edinburgh lunch.  It's been around for a long time and located by a square once used for public executions.  The pub is known for supposedly being the pub of choice for prisoners to have their last meal and whisky before being executed.   Anyway, we wanted fish and chips, but disappointingly it was not on the menu here.  I did have a look around after I came in to query about their menu.  It is a cool place and certainly on my list of pubs with a lot of character even though we didn't chose to eat here on this visit. read more

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I'm not going to lie, I walked in here because the name of this pub has the same name as a bar in a favourite show of mine. That being said, I was pleasantly surprised by the quaint, old-timey interior and cozy ambiance. It doesn't have that loud and obnoxious vibe that most bars and pubs in the UK do. My second shock - in a good way - was how affordably-priced the whiskey is compared to other establishments in my London stomping grounds; probably because this is the source of most things whiskey. The food is also surprisingly good despite its bar setting. The burgers, chicken, nachos, and even the haggis are all safe bets here. If you have space, I highly recommend their traditional Scottish Cranachan dessert, which is a hefty serving of whipped cream, honey, a dash of whiskey, raspberries, and golden toasted oats. I liked the extreme level of thick creaminess, however, the flavour was a bit too bitter for my tastes, even with the added honey and berries. The space also offers a few tidbits of history, so come in and stay awhile. If you're not a local, it's sure to leave a warming reminder of your time in Scotland. read more

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It was a busy Friday night but we were able to get a table quickly. They have live music and a lively crowd. I've had plenty of haggis this trip so I opted for the burger, which was very good. The service was as good as the food and we would definitely go back. read more

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Great Pub with good vibes. Enjoyed the Trad music. The best "plus" was the bar tender, Kyle. He was friendly and knew his whiskeys. We will be here for another full week, and will most likely be back. read more

The Last Drop was a cozy little dinner and drinks spot, right on the Royal Mile. We had a beer and an espresso martini to start. The espresso martini was just your typical espresso martini, which is all I wanted. We ordered a couple pies (obviously!) Both were amazing! The potatoes and gravy were also SO good. I ate more of my potatoes than pie! I actually liked the carrots, and I never like cooked carrots. Overall, it was a great, hearty meal to warm you up. The service was great and quick, and everyone was very kind. read more

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First off great service and welcoming spirit. I loved our waiter and the people around us, a great place in Edinburgh, Scotland. Firstly I got the nachos appetizer it was very nice and tasty maybe not enough cheese but very good never the less. I got a cranberry juice (my favorite drink) for my drink and it was a good accompanied by my order, the chicken burger. It was so delicious, a savory sensation and explosion of lettuce to the mouth. It also had greatly cooked crispy chicken, and this savory sauce which worked well you could dip on it, sort of like a duck sauce. I really enjoyed the chicken burger after a long day and ate it quickly alongside my chips which were great accompanied by the ketchup. Also my sister ordered the pesto gnocchi. She said she enjoyed it however it was very cheesy and tasted unhealthy. Could've used a little less cheese and perhaps the option to add a protein on sure if this was offered or not. My family also got the nachos to share. They were great, however didn't have enough cheese lol. My brother also got the sirloin steak. It was mediocre. The side of chips were what you'd expect. My brother had the gnocchi and was surprised by how cheesy it was. It was difficult for him to find his pasta deep beneath the cheese. He would've appreciated a warning on the menu that said ultra cheese pasta so he could've came and prepared. Overall, he felt that the dish was a little bit unhealthy and he had ordered pasta, hoping that it would've been more healthy. So perhaps it could say cheesy unhealthy gnocchi. I wish that my brother was provided with more vegan options because veganism is good for the world. My mother ordered a steak which she thought was good. It was seasoned well and she enjoyed it. She also ordered a Mojito, which she really thought was made well. Her complaint was about the bathroom when she walked into the bathroom. The ladies bathroom has two double doors, one set of doors and then another one immediately afterwards and in between the two doors there seems to be a lot of Opportunities for them to clean the back of the doors which were very nasty looking so the food she rated well, but the cleanliness between the two doors heading to the bathroom were questionable. Our waiter messed up, but it's OK. We had six party members which is maybe a little excessive for them but they did not write down our order they tried to memorize it, but we understand it's completely okay and he was very kind and patient with us. My dad's meal was a chicken that was very fried, but it might've added to the taste, but unfortunately it was based on top of a bunch of french fries so it's a very fried dish. There wasn't enough schnitzel they need a little schnitzel for the whistle diesel, but it was okay. Overall, a nice meal and a nice day out here in Edinburgh I recommend you go here to check out the historic scene of the restaurant which I'm not gonna go over the history lesson but you'll see it for yourself. Go Google it a nice time at the last drop. read more

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Nice little Pub in the Grassmart area. The service was quick and checked on us several times. The food was good quality pub food but nothing outstanding. They have a virety of soft drinks, a good selection of beers, ales and of course whiskies. They have maybe 25 tables which were full by 19:00. Worth visiting. read more

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We went along one night during the Christmas holidays and discovered they have Gluten free beer on tap it was a very chilled atmosphere and a good night also the service was really good. read more

The history, albeit barbaric and shocking is quite intriguing. Great place to have a pint or 2. It is a must when visiting Edinburgh and Grass Market area. read more

Great place on the Grassmarket square. Good food & interesting story. Good service. Would return.

Very unfriendly staff. When upon entry we were asked "Why are you just standing in the way" instead of showing us where the hostess was. And then upon meeting the hostess we found she was also incredibly rude and unwelcoming. We were really looking to dining here. read more

My friend and I came here for a quick dinner and whisky. Edinburgh can be tricky to find a spot on the weekend to have dinner without a reservation, but we were able to get a seat here on a Saturday without a reservation. Our server was really chill and gave great recommendations on different whiskys. This place has a classic pub feel and is a great place to getaway from the busy streets of Edinburgh. They have a small menu, but what they have is excellent. I ordered the sampler size of the haggis, neeps, and tatties with the whisky sauce. It was delicious! Also it was a perfect portion. I could not have imagined getting a full size of a the haggis, neeps, and tatties. Our service was friendly and quick, and the food was great. It is definitely a must stop if your in Edinburgh and want to try some haggis! read more

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I think I remember this one. Don't judge me! I'm in Edinburgh for a pub crawl. I know staying in the USA is cheaper, but Edinburgh is the true heart of the UK. People are just nice here and welcoming. read more

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We stayed 2 nights in Edinburgh under the Castle in Grassmarket. Bad timing because of the garbage (bin) strike and rain. They had the Fringe Festival winding up. We still strolled along and ended in The Last Drop, it was packed. We ventured to the back side door and found an empty table with high chairs. Took it. We asked the waitress for local Scottish food, all the dishes were mushy but different from our American finger food. Got local beers...Innis & Dunn, at first I though she said Innocent Gun, whatever. Then afterwards, my wife went for the local whiskeys, it was fun and different. I'm impressed that everyone drinks in Scotland, including the ladies The Scots are so friendly. read more

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Such a fun pub, great service and even better food! I highly recommend it while in Edinburgh. read more

The Last Drop - Looking out the front window, this pub sat in front of where the gallows were. Hence the name. - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

You would think "last drop" would pertain to alcohol but nope. This use to be a controversial area where public hangings took place. You would never guess from the beautiful wooden bar and cozy nooks surrounded by dim lighting. Other then the nooses displayed in one area by a booth. But hey "when in Rome." I decided to go ahead and embrace the morbidity and ended up sitting out on the beautiful patio. I enjoyed watching the interesting people and dragon designed cars pass by as I enjoyed some great local whiskey with ginger ale and a Sausage Mash plate. The bartender was gorgeous, friendly and very fast. Everything about this place is surreal..from the history of public executions, to the Harry Potter museum down the street, to Edinburough castle, where you can catch guys on bagpipes to gentlemen dressed in braveheart gear giving you the history and legends of this beautiful town. read more

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Tried my very first Haggis (basically sheep pudding) here! I was really surprised by how much I ended up liking it, it's really not for everyone. I think you forget what it actually is once you taste it. It's salty, has a meat loaf consistency, tastes mostly like meat, and comes with a side of mashed potatoes and squash (loved the mashed potatoes). I got the entree version in case I didn't end up liking it so I also ordered a small mac and cheese. So delicious. The cheese was all gooey and melted. I left with a full, very satisfied stomach. This place is a little bit touristic but still worth trying out. It's located in the square that used to showcase hangings, hence the name (the square is called Grassmarket and it still has the shadow of the gibbet, worth a look as well!). read more

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Great food and service by Molly! We were seated quickly, the music and the atmosphere were great fun.

I'd forgotten about this place earlier when I was writing reviews for "our two worst dining experiences in two weeks of travel." This would make three. Three terrible food stops over the course of two weeks. I guess it's to be expected, but I would have preferred for them all to be winners. First off, there was a stench in the air when we walked in. Not like a bar smell - which I'd expect and actually welcome. The odor I noticed on walking in smelled a whole lot like sour milk. It was not appetizing, and I started to head back to the door to find another spot for our last dinner in Edinburgh, but I could tell by the look on my husband's face that he was two seconds from mutiny, so I stopped in my tracks. Secondly, the service here is abhorrent. We were ignored by the young waiter guy (but didn't take it personally, as I saw him ignoring everybody else in equal measure). We had to approach him to ask if we could seat ourselves, to which he gave a hurried, "yeah, sure" and scurried off to do who knows what. Third, the food is only being referred to as such because I'm feeling generous. We placed our order at the bar (as was required), and then sat back down at our tiny table to wait. Let me take a minute to chat real quick about the decor. "The Last Drop". One might think that refers to draining a pint of ale, or licking the insides of a whisky glass. But no - in this case, it refers to the moment the floor of the scaffold gives out and the unfortunate soul above starts the long process of being strangled to death. Or, their neck breaks. Or, sometimes - horribly - the rope and/or scaffold itself breaks, causing an uproar and a second attempt at killing a person. Yeah - it's their schtick and I'm sure it's amusing if you're schnockered off your arse and easily amused. Stone cold sober and already annoyed by points 1 and 2 above, neither of us were particularly charmed by the many pictures and stories and references to the gallows surrounding our little table. But, that's on us. We should've stopped to read the placard near the front door before going inside. Anyway, the food. I ordered the Charred Aubergine and Harrissa Burger and my husband ordered the club. The same not-so-friendly waiter swung by long enough to drop our plates on the table before once again scurrying off to parts unknown. My sandwich (which really shouldn't have been called a "burger", since it was vegetarian) was cold through and through. It was also very dry. It was supposed to come with some sort of salsa and cheese, but the salsa was conspicuously absent. It made for an unedible sandwich. The fries were just as cold as the rest of the meal, making me wonder if it'd been sitting out on a counter for hours before being plopped on our table. My husband was able to choke down his meal, at least, but I think it was sheer starvation that made that possible. In the end, I couldn't flee that place fast enough. read more

The Last Drop - Charred Aubergine and Harrissa Burger - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Food and drinks were slam-dunks, ambience was great with live folksy music, good decor, and historical info. Already recommended this place to several people read more

Historic pub on Grassmarket; a good place for a last drink before you hang. The location is convenient, and the pub has adrquate seating. The food is excellent; our chicken & bacon sandwich exceeded expectations, but the Gammon Steak was a true delight - with a fried egg on top to put it over the moon. Our bartender was friendly, and our drinks were good. Soft drinks, vodka, and water - our needs are simple during dinner. Fun fact; the still water is from Glennlivet! Wow. They even sell shirts commemmorating the historic 'drink before hanging' aspect, although the shirts are not available in size XXL. (Must be for kids and women.) read more

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loved, loved, loved this place. quintessential pub. fantastic food and service. this might be a surprise but this was the best meal we had in scotland. e had eaten at all of the top rated restaurants and this favorite. felt welcomed. blake and jack were our waiters and made us feel at home. skip berties(overrated), this place is so much better!!! read more

Great atmosphere, small cozy establishment and friendly service. We came on a Wednesday night. They only had 2 servers on for a packed bar. They did their best to accommodate the customers. Come early, tables fill up quickly. Their menu had plenty of options. Food was ok... maybe it was what I ordered. Starters- Mac and smoked applewood cheese. It was ok, almost kinda soupy. Burger- served medium, they were on point. Chips were nice and crisp. Sirloin steak- I wasn't sure if I just had a dull knife of if the meat was just tough? I should have gotten a burger. But dessert was amazing... the warm brownie was steaming when served. Their tap had a good selection. I can see why this place is popular. We would definitely come back for the burgers and beer. read more

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Our tour guide mentioned for us to come here so we made the downhill trek from Edinburgh Castle to here. The Fringe Festival was in full swing so I'll only remove one star. Service was slow at first as we sat waiting to order. Finally we were told the kitchen could bnot get food out for atleast 50 minutes. So we decided to just have a pint and go on our way. The ambience is neat and please read the story about the history of the place on the menu. There are nooses decorating one wall. The food that went by looked very good. read more

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Great Serive. Fish Cakes were delicious. Loved the atmosphere and our waitress was superb. Dining area and bar area are small and we were lucky to stop by on a slow night. I could see this place filling up fast with a football game on. read more

We stopped here for a drink before going to dinner. The service was ok. Not the most outgoing staff but not mean, either. The bartender was really nice and helpful. I love that they have so many different flavored gin in Scotland. He made me a drink with rhubarb gin and it was so good! The best thing about The Last Drop is it's history. While you sit and have a drink, you are faced with photos of the different forms of noose used in executions. I would have liked to have seen the spirit of the young girl murdered in the 18th Century. We didn't see any cups falling from shelves. That would have been amazing! Good luck. read more

Solid if not spectacular pub. Thought it would be more cheesy since it's in a touristy spot, but clever decors lights even look like gallows. Friendly bartenders lots of out of town era in bar read more

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Interesting history behind this bar (and what the name means) but food was sub par and we were warned as soon as we sat down that it could take up to an hour to get our food. Not really a selling point... read more

This was one of my favorite pubs in Edinburgh, The food was warm and tasty and the ale was crisp and inviting, but the key to the Last Drop is its cozy ambiance which is perfect. This bar has a lot of alcoves, which makes for some nice privacy if your in for a more intimate pub experience. Also, the lighting in the Last drop really warm and soothing. I realize it seems like a strange thing to notice but so many pubs can be either too dark or too bright; The Last Drop has an eerily magic feel to it so that you can almost hear a whisper from one of Edinburgh's many ghost,,,Ok, that might have been my buddy's plea for another scotch but the pub does take its name the gallows that use to stand in the square. All in all, a fun time, and I can't imagine that anyone wouldn't have a fun time in this pub ;) read more

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Another great pub by the castle, nothing fancy, friendly staff just doing their jobs. We came to drink and DID. THEY HAVE T SHIRTS for us tourists. The Last Drop Tavern is located on Grassmarket in Edinburgh, it used to be the location of the main gallows in the city where people would flock to see public executions. This tavern is where prisoners would get their last drink of whiskey prior to hanging, right over there.... Spooky & Cool. A must stop when in Edinburgh. read more

The Last Drop - The Last Drop Tavern is located on Grassmarket in Edinburgh, it used to be the location of the main gallows for public executions in the 17c - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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Heard they had great Mac n Cheese and it didn't disappoint. Comes with a hearty side of garlic bread and is cooked to perfection. Wash it down with two good lagers on tap and you'll be set. Supposedly haunted but as long as the beer is cold, I don't mind. read more

The Last Drop - Mac and Cheese - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

We were at The Last Drop 5 minutes before opening because we were trying to find somewhere to have lunch. After they opened 15 minutes late, they claim that they don't start serving food for another half hour. (Nowhere does it say this on their menu outside) but my wife and I decide thats fine and grab a drink at the bar in the meantime. My wife and I decide what beer we would like after looking at their 6 bar taps. The first beer my wife selected was out and they claim to have never replaced the label. Whatever. She choose another and went on her way. I choose my (different) beer and yet again, they're out of this beer as well. Keep in mind this place just opened for the day. We were the second people in line. To start the day with at least a third of your beers on tap gone is pretty poor. After sitting down for food, my wife and I made our selections. When the waiter came to take our orders, he took my wife's order first and then proceeded to take mine. Guess what happened next? The item I wanted was out. So I ordered something else. And guess what? They ran out of that one too. So I selected a pasta dish because there was NO way they would be out of that, and after eating the sub-par dish, I couldn't get out of there faster. This was the first, and last time I ever go to this restaurant or go anywhere owned by this managing company. One or two items being out I can understand but this was just ridiculous. Never again. read more

This is a great location in the Grassmarket area, right off the green. The service was fantastic here. The location is well decorated, and surprisingly squeaky clean, considering how long the place has been there. Bar staff was very helpful, serving and taking orders fast and willing to make recommendations. I had the burger with chips (fries) and haggis and a beer. The burger was actually very dry, but there was a basket of seasonings (salt and pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, and vinegar) that came along with it, and it was needed for the burger. The chips were fresh, and the haggis was the best part of the meal. I didn't expect that, but the haggis here is a little thicker than other places and is very delicious. The beer was cold. A solid recommendation to visit this place, either for, or despite, it's illustrious history as the site of executions by hanging. read more

A lovely little pub on Grassmarket. The place is quite small, so finding a seat might be difficult on weekends in particular. We came in to eat at about 19:30 on a Saturday evening, and were lucky to find a small two-person table tucked away in a corner. The ground was uneven at this place, so keeping the table level was a challenge, but not the end of the world! Server was quickly there to ask if we wanted a drink, and happily gave us a few minutes to decide. We noticed on the menu an excellent deal! The "Guilty or Not Guilty" deal includes a burger, chips, and a beer for only £7, so we were delighted to take advantage of this! Mary had a vegetarian burger, which was made of chickpeas, aubergine, and other such things. She found this very tasty, and nicer than many black bean burgers she has had at other places. The chips were excellent! I had a chicken burger, with bacon, and was also very happy with it. It was a big size, and combined with the chips, I was not hungry at all for the rest of the night. We each had a pale ale to drink, which I enjoyed a lot, but Mary didn't as much. Service was generally fine, although the server did not return at any point after serving the food to see if we were okay or needed anything else. The price was excellent- cannot complain about that part at all! Will probably be back to Last Drop at some point, although it may well be a gamble as to whether I'll succeed in getting a table next time! read more

The Last Drop - Beers to go with the burgers - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

This place will always have a special spot in my heart because: it popped my haggis cherry! I had haggis for the first time here, because I would feel like quite the puss having left Scotland and never eating some. It was surprisingly decent and well spiced. Prices here are pretty reasonable too, and the place is very historically interesting. read more

This place was pretty neat. Name comes from the location, as it has been a pub since the days of the gallows, just outside in the market street. Likely the pub where many criminals had their last drop of beer... so perhaps not so innocent a name as it might appear. Food was good, beer was good, prices were good. Nice, and fairly standard pub. read more

The Last Drop - The Last Drop - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

The Last Drop Tavern is just the sort of pub I find fascinating. It's got a sordid history, was located near our Airbnb, is reportedly haunted, and it's an old pub. Its name refers to 'the last drop,' a reference to the last hanging in Grassmarket. I believe I got the cheeseburger, with chips and slaw, but I can't really remember how it tasted, so take that how you will. That being said, the atmosphere was warm and friendly, and the location is great. They cater to the whole 'last drop' feeling, and because of that it's definitely a touristy location. It's small, so if you can't find a seat, it's easy enough to go to a different pub. read more

Have the lentil and veggie pie! Fun place and delicious food. Easy to chat with fellow diners too.