This place was super busy when we went but we only waited for 15 minutes in the bar before being…read moreseated. The dinner booths were quaint with the cool leather backed benches, albeit a bit tight in the legroom area. We tried some traditional Scottish food here on our last night in Edinburgh. Specifically we had to try the Cullen Skink (smoked haddock soup/stew). This was tasty but a bit of a letdown as I thought it would be heartier or thicker like a chowder. Glad I tried it. We also had venison croquets and a Beef Shin pie with the bone sticking out of the crust! The service was pretty good although it took a bit to get our check at the end. Overall, there is some great food options to try here and they seem to feature their meat pies prominently.

Walk straight through to the back to the restaurant. Service was quick and friendly. The steak pie,…read morefish and chips and all we ate was a hit. Great options for the whole family.

Establishment: this pub was centrally located and was easily accessible with seating indoors or…read moreoutdoors. Service: this became our favorite place and we patronized this bar all four days we were in town. The staff were fun and lively. We got to meet Alex, River, Alan and I think two more, whose name I have since forgotten. The food was delicious- the burger with onion rings are the best... although that garlic bread and the heirloom tomato with fresh mozzarella is a great option. The only caveat is they stop serving early. Many people made reservations for dining or arrived early. They have some tables near the bar that allow food service, but no food at the bar. Once you eat here you can make your way to a souvenir shop and find the postcard with this shop on the front.

We were heading to another place that was booked and the recommended we come here. Good solid…read moreScottish fare with a nice selection of drinks and a casual atmosphere. We had the steak pie and the haggis with neeps and tatties. The steak had large chunks of meat, and a very flakey puff pastry. The sauce was a deep brown gravy. It was flavorful and rich. The haggis was a good haggis with lots of mash and chopped neeps. The sauce was a light pepper gravy that add a nice spice to the dish. The chips had a good clean fry on them. The whiskey selection was solid, not the largest but a good range of options. Prices were typical for the area with large portions. The staff were friendly and managed everything for how busy it was. Like many of the pubs, it is not a place for a quick meal. It is a place to relax and enjoy your meal and drinks and chat with friends. If you want something quick with dedicated service the pubs are not the best option. But if you want good food and a chill vibe. This pub and others like it are your best options!

This place was so slap ass fun. Can't say enough good stuff about service and food and drinks on…read morepoint. Slapping good time us cunts had.

It's exactly what you think, everything you imagine a Pub would be. Perfect pub decor, sticky…read moretables, bartenders too busy to be friendly. Huge selection of spirits and beer. We got there just as the kitchen closed so that was disappointing but not the Pub's fault we didn't know the kitchen's hours. Ordered a double gin and tonic. Paid one bar tender, another poured 'em and walked away. There are far too many other, better Pubs than this one in this area. It's worth stopping in for a quick drink, but I won't come back. Again, too many other places, Pubs, to check out around here.

LOVELY everyone was so friendly and helpful! I am part of a flight crew and we had just flown in. 2…read moremembers of the crew were checking in with family and staff came over and offered to place the order early for me to make sure they got their food. It was so nice and thank goodness they did! I had the steak pie and holy moly I could have cried of happiness. Albeit I was also starving at the time but it was amazing. The potatoes and mostly the gravy well the pie crust and steak was all just amazing. I also had the corresponding cask ale and it was perfect. Very cool homey pub vibe. Small but deceiving so. I feel that they use their space quiet well and it doesn't feel cramped

The staff were all very friendly. The waitress recommended a beer that turned out to be one of the…read morebest beers I've had anywhere. I ended up with the fish and chips with mushy peas and a side of scampi. Added some malt vinegar and lemon to the fish and it was great. Would definitely recommend going here if you're in Edinburgh.

Add this one to your pub crawl list! This little place from the late 1600's is hiding in plain…read moresight, just a short walk from the Edinburgh castle. They have a nice selection of whisky and ale, but it's the people inside that make it special. The staff is really friendly. Add a mix of locals and tourists chatting and drinking together, with a backdrop of Scottish tunes from talented musicians. What a great experience! It felt like we dropped into the neighborhood bar!

On a recent trip to Edinburgh (on a tour), we landed here on two consecutive days to enjoy hot…read moretoddies. Both times, we came to a nearly empty pub that, within about our first 20 minutes there, got packed with other thirsty customers. I had hot buttered rum on both occasions, which came with a tasty bite of Scottish tablet. My husband got the Mactoddy, which I believe was a whisky drink. On our second visit, we split a bacon sandwich, which was as tasty as our drinks were. I loved the rustic vibe on this pub...you feel like you could dial the clock back a few hundred years and have the same, authentic experience. This was one of the few establishments in downtown Edinburgh offering hot toddies and we were directed here by another pub that did not offer such options (and we were happy for that referral). Staff were friendly. Here you needed to order and pay for your items at the bar, to then be delivered to the table. l highly recommend stopping in for a bite or a pint or a yummy hot toddy to warn your bones!

Wholeheartedly agree with the consensus here. Great stop along the Royal mile for excellent…read moreservice, atmosphere, food and drink. Fish and chips hit the spot on the rainy day. Very fresh, crispy and a huge portion! Service was super friendly and helpful. Loved hearing "I Love You Just the Way you Are" on the bagpipes

The smoked salmon starter was my favorite. A plate of build-your-own which I like because I like to…read morecontrol how much of the cheese goes on the oat cracker. The oat cracker was thick but not too crunchy, a really nice consistency. Husband loved the chicken bacon avocado salad. The mushrooms on toast was quite tasty and vegetarian. One less star because we felt rushed out. And the table service in the beginning when we arrived was not that great. Same guy walked past our table several times for 10 min before asking us if we wanted to order anything. They finally picked up the pace after we ordered food. Good traditional Scottish food and music. I am still waiting to see this ghost everyone keeps talking about! Booga booga!!!!

Came here while visiting Dundee with some friends for the week. We grabbed a couple pints and a…read morewater for me since I no longer drink alcohol--a tragedy, I know! We sat at one of the larger tables and played Cards Against Humanity and my friends enjoyed their beers. The pub was nice and like most other local pubs, just not quite as busy on this night. Everyone there was friendly but sadly nobody asked to join our card game. LOL! If you want some local beer and a nice quieter pub on weekdays, this is the go to place.

Food was good, service was better. Fun to watch the bald bartender hitting on the two American…read moregirls next to us, but he was a funny guy. The server who helped us was very nice and friendly as well. Hot food, strong drinks, what's not to like?

Was looking for dinner and drinks in a traditional pub atmosphere in the Broughton area, Barony…read moredelivered! Pros - Really great, kind service that made us feel welcome and well looked after. The atmosphere was a comfortable size place that was popular with couples and small groups. Lively energy, but not so loud that you couldn't hear each other. The food and drinks were also nice. I tried Cullen Skink (a creamy fish soup) for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. Went a little wild and ordered veggie haggis too - I enjoyed it! They had a nice scotch collection as well. Cons - (If I'm nitpicking..) Seating could have been a bit more comfortable, and I would have liked a wider beer selection. Thanks Barony! Had a fun, relaxing night in Edinburgh at your place.

This was an excellent pub! Good music, wonderful atmosphere, and a nice respite from the crowds on…read morethe Royal Mile, especially since we were there during August's festival season. The bartender was nice enough to let us try a few different drinks, and they had a strong selection on tap. I really enjoyed my pint of British ale. For food, we just had to try the haggis "bon bons" (basically fried haggis balls). I have to say, it was a good way to try haggis for the first time. We also ordered cheesy chips (fries) and they were delicious and addictive. The gooey Scottish cheddar on top definitely took them to the next level.