Nice atmosphere and burgers! Had a great time with friends from NZ. Here during the fringe festival. Food did come out at different times but staff were lovely.
The decor is funky, old theatre seats along one wall, bench seating along another, with tall bar stools along the window. The bar is a wall of stacked antique suitcases.
There is a small selection of craft beers with Innis & Gunn on tap along with their own Pilgrim Lager which was sold to me as 'similar to Tennents'.. (not exactly a great selling point IMO). I was promptly offered a taste and although it's inoffensive, wouldn't be my first choice.
The menu is small with chilli con carne, lasagna, cottage pie, nachos and a couple of other options on offer, prices are very reasonable at around £6 each. Portions are ok and the food is more akin to home cooking than what I've gotten used to for 'pub food'. I polished off my cottage pie without trouble and definitely had room for dessert (which they don't have).
Very much geared towards a student clientèle, it's not somewhere I'll be rushing back to although I can't fault my visit at all.
Friends and I love going to the weekly pub quiz on Sundays. DJ Dougie is a friendly delight and the quiz is a great mix of challenging and feasibly knowable.
It’s a great atmosphere and I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a fun quiz in a cool student-dominated locale
Our group had vouchers for cocktails (1 drink each) and nachos. The bar was pretty empty when we arrived but got steadily busier and noisier as the afternoon went on. The cocktails we ordered were really nice, all being consumed and another order placed. The baskets of nachos were a nice touch to nibble on during our stay. We noticed that quite a lot of the tables were pre-booked, which would be a good idea if your in a large group. If you like a quiet drink in a relaxed atmosphere, this place is not for you, unless you get here very early before the crowds arrive. The servers were polite, prompt and well presented.
Nice atmosphere and quirky decor makes it a really fun place to have hang out. We bought the Groupon promotion that serves cocktails and nachos. Friendly service staff and the drinks is well presented and very nice. They also run promotions for students and members! Would recommend visiting if around Cowgate area!
Quite a cool place to drop in for a local pub experience. Seats are unique though a bit old. Cocktails are fine, not the better ones though. The nachos come served with just melted hot cheese which makes it nice to begin with.
Second visit for cocktails & nachos groupon deal. Cocktails were nice and so were the nachos, could have been layered with cheese underneath though. Quite a small bar so gets packed easily.
Friendly staff. In a good location. Attracts lots of students as it's near the University.
Cameron “Varience” Matthews
+5
Had a friend's leaving party here and had reserved tables. Nice atmosphere, great selection of cocktails/pitchers and overall would love to come back next time I'm out and about in city centre!
Was in early evening, was quiet, friendly bar staff, music at a decent volume made it easy chatting, we didn't eat but the food did look good. Decent selection of beers and the prices didn't seem a rip off.
Used a voucher for cocktails and nachos. Went just after opening at 4.30 pm. We were alone but the bar was being set up for a themed beach party.The music was 70s so we enjoyed the nostalgia as well as the lovely cocktails .The staff were friendly and attentive.
One of Edinburgh's best night spots. Menu is grand and the energy is always positive. Very welcoming to all and an overall amazing place
Good vibes OK prices can't fault it. Staff were friendly. Recommend coming here to start your night.
Visited on the 24th October, really nice looking venue with a good positive atmosphere. We took advantage of a Groupon offer of cocktails which were great. The bar was quiet when we visited, and we found the staff to be attentive and very helpful. Would recommend a visit!
A truly traditional and authentic bar in the wonderful city of Edinburgh. Reasonable value only 6min walk to the Grass market.
Regular at the Dougie pub quizzes. Always a fun atmosphere, even when we do terribly. Staff has always been great as well.
Was gifted a voucher 4 this bar, 2 cocktails 🍸🍹and some nachos. Very nice but geared more 4 younger people 😊😊
A fantastic bar in the city centre, Dougie runs a fantastic quiz on a Tuesday and Sunday, absolutely worth going to if you've got any sort of knowledge whatsoever.
One of my favourite bars in Edinburgh. Very casual atmosphere, fun decor and a place to let go and get drunk. Nachos are delicious and the cocktails are definitely worth a try.
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