This pub takes the phrase, "Compact & Bijou" to the extreme…read more We were recommended to visit by Stuart of the Kinneil Brew Hoose (also reviewed on Yelp). An old pub, the main bar area is pretty cozy to say the least. About the size of a decent double bedroom. Despite this, I was assured by one of the welcoming regulars that they recently had 36 people in at one time. He did admit however that, "they all knew each other very well by the end of the evening". With an open fireplace in the room, I was also advised of the system adopted on a cold day where everyone periodically shuffles round clockwise to avoid some poor soul getting toasted by the flames. We enjoyed a chat with the landlord and regulars whilst sipping a few bottles of Caer Edin Dark from the aforementioned Kinneil Brew Hoose. The 5 star rating reflects the friendliness of all we met and the undoubted character of the place. I highly recommend a visit to this pub for everyone but the unfortunately claustrophobic.

Up there with The Bon Accord and Aberdeen's Prince of Wales, this is a traditional boozer that…read moreticks all of the boxes! It's quite a small pub and it can get pretty busy on Friday and Saturday evenings, but the clientele are really friendly and warm, as are the staff, so it's not an issue. I've been drinking in here for well over ten years with a crowd of friends and it's become the traditional venue for our Christmas Eve pintage. The place was bought over several years ago by a well-known local publican who had a good reputation for fixing pubs up, getting them running well and moving on. He's never moved on from The Sheaf - which must tell you something! On draft there's always a really good selection of guest ales as well as the standards. There's been a real focus on ale in here and you're always assured something interesting to try. The staff are top-class, I'm always greeted with a warm smile. For me The Sheaf comes into it's own on a cold winter's night - it's small, cosy, there's an open fire, auld men with dogs, great malts, tasty ales and a warm welcome.

this pub is kind of hidden away, at the back of the high street. it is in the town centre though…read moreand the prices reflect this. it's not a very expensive pub, but it is more expensive than the ones out of town. it is very nice and cosy inside, with lots of friendly regulars and the staff are really nice too. they dont do food, the closest you get is a bag of crisps. they also have a beer garden at the back, which is nice in the summer, not that we really had one this year. a good place to start a night out before heading to a club, it's not too noisy so you can have a ctch up.

Interesting monument- built to honor a man and history- has a shuttle to top but is walkable on a…read morefoot path- great views from the top-

A perfect way to spend the last evening of our Scotland trip! Hanging with the locals - I think we…read morewere the only tourist there that night :-). The pub is older than the Wallace monument... Over 150 years old... And the owner started working there as an 18 year old and I went to the place!

Definately one of the nicest looking Wetherspoons pubs i have been to an old converted church with…read morea nice log fire and the old organ pipes. not bad service wise food can be a little late but atleast its hot and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Drinks well its cheap and served with a smile.

The clue is in the title! Tucked away on a small cobbled street near the historic Abbey, this pub…read moreis full of atmosphere and a fun place to take visitors. It is indeed wee (small) and by creepy, we mean dungeon decor with skeleton, chains and what not. Good range of drinks. Ideal for small groups and big chats.

A great scottish pub in the village of Dollar.The pub has a sister pub called the Mansfield which…read morebrews cask beer for both pubs and has been awarded the cask marque for both pubs.The pub is popular with hillwalkers fishermen and tourists. The inn offers freshly prepered meals which are served in the lounge which has two large open fires when needed.Friday night is quiz night and is the highligh of the week.

The Inn at Muckhart is in the Pool of Muckhart (not Dollar). It is so so great. Fabulous local…read morepub full of friendly local people. My husband and I ate there twice while visiting Dollar Academy. The service was top-notch. You order at the bar from a menu written on a chalkboard. The goat cheese salad is great. Highly highly recommend.

Wonderfully quaint and unpretentious old haunt dating back to the 18th century. Friendly to locals…read moreand tourists alike, it's small but comfortable. Not too many erudite beers on tap, but you can get your hands on a couple of rotational cask ales that are nice. Prices are good, and you may be lulled to stay awhile. There's a small but charming performance space in the back where they have spoken word, music, etc.

Hahahahaha. I'm really not sure how to review this pub but I will give it a shot. We visited here…read moreon a Friday afternoon while in Stirling as my Aussie friend requested an "old man pub with a fire". Stirling's resident Yelp expert, Nicola C recommended here with the disclaimer of "I don't know what it's like during the day though." So, my friend and I pitched up to be greeted by two regulars at the door who told us the pub was closed. "Awwww, really?" I said. "Naw hen!" followed by much guffawing on their behalf. In we stumbled, both having a laugh at the two oldies. The bar was empty apart from one other old gent which seems reasonable for 4.30pm on a Friday. We got a couple of drinks (Thistly Cross bottles for £3.50 each which is what I pay for them in the supermarket!) and sat by the fire (which thankfully someone came and stoked the hell out of so it was absolutely roaring, and scorching hot). The bar had a nice relaxed vibe. By the time we were leaving one of the regulars was well steaming and came over to talk to the Australian lassies and generally give us a bit of a ribbing. He got us to sign the visitors book and was generally pretty funny - I even got a kiss as I was leaving. Lucky me. So, would I recommend going here? Yes, I definitely would, even just for the laughs you'll have. The fire was warm, the seats were comfy and they had a nice selection of crisps/chips for snacking on. Thanks for the recommendation Nicola!

Great little pub with friendly staff an regular live music.read more

We popped into The Village Inn for a quick drink and ended up wishing we were staying for dinner…read more The food menu looked fantastic, with plenty of hearty pub classics and some nice surprises. It's clearly a local favorite, with a warm, welcoming vibe and friendly staff who make you feel right at home. They had a good selection of ciders and wines, which were all very reasonably priced. This is a relaxed, down-to-earth place that's everything a little village pub should be. Highly recommended.

Found this gem on our way to Glasgow from Dunnottar. Great service and great food. Small dining…read morearea and quaint decor that highlights the antiquity and charm of this old building and historic town. Make reservations of possible as this place is very popular with the locals and everyone that came in knew the wait staff and walked straight to their tables as if this is a weekly tradition. We got lucky someone graciously offered their table and eat in the small lounge area to enjoy their drinks. Food was amazing. I ordered chicken curry and was not disappointed. Great quality for a small unassuming restaurant in the Scottish countryside. Those I was with started more traditional and ordered pies, they all commented that the good was great. Highly recommend of you can make this a planned stop between major cities/attractions as you cruise through the countryside.

This place is a down to earth pub that does food in the tourist season. If you are visiting the…read moreTrosachs and exploring Scotland it is well worth stopping off and enjoying the history of the place. Having spent lots of my summer holidays as a child in the area I know you will love the scenery and the ruggedness of the landscape. The Kings House is a resting place for hikers, campers, freshwater fishing enthusiasts and everyone who just needs a welcome and a smile.