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Joseph Pearce

4.2 (45 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Alasdair C.

Pearce's is a fantastic, vibrant, friendly cafe / pub / restaurant 5 minutes walk from Waverley steps (if you have long legs like me). It would probably consider itself a pub first and a cafe / eatery second, but the standard of food served here is honestly better than most of the restaurants I have visited in the city. Top-class stuff. During the day there is a section at the rear of the bar dedicated to customers with young children, something I hadnt seen before and thought I would hate, but it actually creates a really friendly, cheerful atmosphere in the bar. There are often events like art auctions and baking competitions held here, which although twee sounding, help add a unique flavour to the place and really help Pearce's stand out from the crowd. Great for a drink or a bite to eat on a sunny afternoon, as well as a relaxing pub to unwind in during the evening.

Delicious brunch , two poached eggs hiding under the yummy smoked salmon with tomatoes, mushrooms and on yummy dark bread
Alisa R.

We came here for brunch and were not disappointed! DELICIOUS eggs royal! Lovely smoked salmon and on yummy bread from the manna house! Cute and Funky bar and Resturant. Very friendly ! Will go back again for sure.

Meatballs and . Both wonderful
Randy N.

Our fish and meatball meals were wonderful. This place is a hidden gem that is away from the Old and New Town areas. Highly recommend!

Gibson A.

This pub is definitely owned by people who are integrated into their community and understand what their customers, many of whom are students, want. As soon as you walk in it feel clean and well organised, and on the walls there are plenty of adverts for events including charity auctions and and a weekly jog on Tuesdays at 7pm to a place called Sofi's and back again. I'm not entirely sure why they do this, but it apparantly attracts quite a crowd. Apart from this, the drinks are well priced and the service is friendly and effective. The food is proper gastropub stuff with posh poached eggs on ciabatta toast and a wide selection of crepes. I had a smoked salmon sandwich with salad which cost £5. This seems a lot, but it was a good portion which provided a filling meal in itself. Joseph Pearce does excellent business and you only have to visit once to understand why.

Lori N.

We stopped in out of the rain for a delicious lunch today. They have brunch 'til 4:00pm, so my husband had their three-egg omelette which came with a small green salad. I had the sweet potato & roasted goat cheese salad. Finished with their insanely scrumptious chocolate brownie cake and ice cream. The atmosphere is relaxed and our table upstairs looked over the back garden; very pretty! All in all, with their outdoor terrace, the bar and the upstairs dining area, there is something for everyone at Joseph Pearce.

Rezzi I.

Long live the swedes! That's the general vibe of this restaurant/bar, which was bought over by a Swedish couple a few years ago. Having lived in Sweden for two years, I noticed the sign outside advertising Swedish cider. Many restaurants offer that these days, but once you step in you can't miss the large Swedish flag and paraphernalia on the walls. The menu is a clever mix of Swedish pancakes, cured salmon and a smorgasbord, and some more general European dishes such as Barcelona salad and tiger prawns with gazpacho! Jonathan Pearce is quite large, and the rooms near the rear are very nicely decorated. They hold several theme events throughout the year and my friend and I are anxious to go to an all day barbecue there this weekend!

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16 years ago

Great pub! Good food and a great selection of continental beers combined with a welcoming atmosphere make Pearce's well worth a visit!

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16 years ago

Fantastic pub, so glad it's our local. Can get a bit busy as others like it too! They give blankets for those who like to sit outside.

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