Out of all the places I've been to in Scotland, I think Queens Arms was one of my favorites. We had reservations for this place recently and when I took one step inside, I was already in love. I mean who doesn't love a good pub? You get great drinks and great food at an affordable price. As I write it makes me think of think of when Zidane reunites with Freya in FF9. Sometimes we don't wanna eat at fancy Michelin restaurant that has small plates but charges a premium. Sometimes we just wanna cut all the BS and just get a nice hearty meal. And thats what we got. When we sat down we found out that they were doing a Trivia night. Normally I would have told my girl to pick another spot to eat but for some reason I was cool with it. There was even a table nearby with kids(yuck). And you know what? It was fine. That's because we had been sipping on some amazing cocktails. If you also partake, Gin and Mezcal enjoyers will love the Bramble and Hibiscus Crush. What color are Luigi's overalls from Super Mario? That's such an easy question. Wait...what do you mean Luigi's overalls are blue? They are green. Look at this picture onli...Oh... One of the stars of our meal was the Haggis. This was the first time I had ever tried it and after trying it at multiple places Scotland, Queens Arms I feel has done it the best. I love the complexity of the flavors of the meat with the creamy and pepper flavors of the peppercorn sauce. If you've never had Haggis, you definitely have to try it here. The best part is that it comes with mashed potatoes too! Shoutouts to the Fish and Chips if you are also into that. One of my friends ordered that and I definitely had to go back in for multiple bites. Finally the roast. The Sunday Roast should just be an automatic order if you happen to come here on a Sunday. You get so much food and it's all so damn tasty. They'll cook a roast to whatever doneness your heart desires. We went with Medium Rare and it came out perfectly. If you didn't have enough flavors with all the extra sides it comes with, they also give you gravy to pour on anything you want. Thanksgiving basically came early this night. But as I looked around and admired all the bookshelf's and all the families have a nice dinner with their loved ones, I just thought about how happy I was. I was finally here! This was the start of my trip. Queens Arms has set a high ceiling on great experiences in Scotland. We even went back there a couple of days ago just because we knew we would be able to end the night on a good drink. But in the end I think if you are Edinburgh, you have to come to this place. It is one of my favorite experiences I've had in Scotland so far and I dream about when I can come back again. read more

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Came here on our first night in town on the strength of the Yelp reviews and were not disappointed. We enjoyed a fantastic Sunday roast including a delicious pavlova for dessert. The kids meal of mac and cheese and fries was perfect for our picky little eater, though big enough for at least two! read more

We got 3 reservations to split up our group of 8 adults and 2 kids, so we were all able to make sure to get a table and have the Sunday roast. We shared the ultimate sharing roast and everything was delicious and so filling. It was also nice to be able to sit and watch a match while enjoying the food. The coffee was pretty good too. This is definitely a good option if you're looking for a Sunday roast in the area read more

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What a lovely spot! I made a reservation and found it clever how they embraced the library vibe, using books to denoted a table has been booked. Service was warm and helpful. Hubs ordered the duck fat mac and cheese, which was rich and truly the flavor of duck fat. I ordered the vegetarian Wellington and found it delightful without being heavy. The greens, potatoes, and pumpkin were all great components to the fish, just lovely for a Sunday dinner. Make a resy and try it out! read more

Queens Arms - Wellington upfront and Mac and Cheese in the back - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

If you want that quintessential Scottish pub experience this is your place. The place is lively especially during a soccer game. I ordered their "famous" meat pies (chicken pot pie) and it was delicious. Service was fast and they checked in to see if you wanted another beer. I loved the atmosphere. read more

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One thing that's tricky about Edinburgh is that there are pubs for drinking only and pubs for food as well. Some you need a reservation for. Others you just walk in. Some stop at a certain time while others do food all night. In order to avoid the madness, we made a same day reservation at Queens Arms. I was a little worried a place with same day available wouldn't be good, but I was wrong. What a great experience!! This place gets packed and they do save the tables for reservations. We had a nice seat and immediately ordered food and drink. The fish and chips were sooo good and paired well with some Mac and cheese. Everything was amazing and we ate it all up! This place is a gem! read more

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Loved the ambiance of this pub! A short walk from our hotel in Edinburgh's New Town area. Like most pubs, you order yourself at the bar. We ordered a a couple pints of a cask ale and cider, a meat pie and a burger. Good food, service, price. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great pub experience. read more

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Great spot! Super casual with a lovely atmosphere. There are lots of nooks and crannies, so it's great for a group of friends. read more

Queens Arms - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

I'm sorry, but this is the worst meal we had in Edinburgh. The "sell-out Sunday roast dinner" was a tough, thinner cut of beef and the sides were disappointing- potatoes were cold and hard as rocks, Yorkshire puddings dry. Waitress was totally in the weeds and we had trouble getting basic things like a carry out box and the check. Gave up on ordering a second beer. read more

We arrived without a reservation on a busy Sunday night craving a fine Scottish Sunday roast supper / the barmaid said the kitchen was backed up and it would be at least 45 min, but we could sit at the bar and wait. 25 minutes and a few drinks and crisps later the most delicious Sunday roast of my life appeared before us! Friendly people, nice ambiance and fantastic food - would definitely recommend read more

Queens Arms - Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding, roasters, neeps and cauliflower with brown gravy - yum - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Bar staff friendly and timely. Carrie (bartender) served us 2 nights in a row. So good we came back 2 time on our two night stay. Didn't wait long for drink in a very busy bar. Food was also good, veg were perfectly warmed, not over seasoned and crisp. Exactly how I like them. Food was a Lil pricey. But a great experience overall. Highly recommend. read more

Out and about in Edinburgh are you? Searching for a bite and a Pint?? We'll search no further! Put this address into your phone and get there NOW! You won't be sorry - signed just a 50 year old from America who knows her fish and chips read more

Pretty solid downtown pub. I wandered in here and grabbed a table on showery afternoon. The service was a bit sketchy, but the lentil & carrot soup was excellent. The haggis, neaps & tatties was available in a half-size "mini" portion. The pints and whisky flights were fairly priced. read more

Queens Arms - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Cozy spot for a pint and an amazing burger! Book lined walls made me feel a bit smarter as I enjoyed my drink. Place is also flanked with TV's for sports watching. read more

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Big pub that had a lot of people around the bar on a Thursday afternoon. Was asked to secure a door at the bar without a wait and ordered some food. Menu is concise, albeit expensive. Opted for the Fish & Chips (£17) and a Moonwake XPA (£7) to wash it down. The fish were a couple of haddock fillets, lightly breaded, served alongside a pile of fries and mushy peas. Fish is cooked well, could have had more salt/flavoring in the breaded portion. Fries were great with some vinegar. The beer is very light and went nicely with the oily fried fish. The bartenders here were very efficient and came by often enough despite the crowd. Good enough spot for some pub food. read more

Queens Arms - Menu - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Awesome pub almost hidden. Stopped if for a mid afternoon pub. Nice selection of beers and ales and bar tenders can whip up some good cocktails as well. Could spend a cold afternoon in here warming up with drinks. read more

I am so overwhelmingly satisfied with my experience at the Queens Arms. At any restaurant l've eaten in the last few years, I have never had somebody care so much about allergies and be so accommodating. The service is so professional and kind. The ambience of the pub is very aesthetic and pleasing. And the food! Delicious! So happy and will come back next time I'm in Scotland. read more

I came here for my first meal after arriving in Edinburgh - it was just the vibe I was looking for. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was very casual and welcoming. The fish and chips were nice and crispy and I was pleased with the portion size. read more

Queens Arms - Fish and chips with tartar sauce and mushy peas - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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What is there not to absolutely adore about an old pub where the walls are lined with wooden bookshelves; pictures of the royals from every era? Be prepared because you either need a reservation or you're gonna wait. We made the mistake of being unaware the first night and had to reserve for our second night.... But it was worth it. We were seated at a 4 top in the corner by rows of books in big, comfy, leather chairs across from the bar. The service is typical for the UK. As an American it's just something you have to become accustomed to there. It's not bad; just different. The staff were friendly and the food was amazing! Honestly you could probably split a plate because the servings were massive.... You can't leave hungry. It was definitely worth our time considering we had very little in Edinburgh. read more

Queens Arms - Yum! - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Very popular spot, recommend reservation unless coming after 8 pm. We really enjoyed our chicken pies w mash and peas. Waiter very attentive and kind! read more

Great cocktails and friendly service. Had the chicken tender and pickle skewers and onion rings. Great ambiance.

Great pub atmosphere. Ate in the back - very attentive staff. Could not have asked for a better experience. Food was very good with decent amount of offerings. read more

Queens Arms - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Great cocktails! Love the ambience and vibe here. Definitely would recommend a visit! read more

Queens Arms - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Cool environment, good food, service was ok. Accomodated a late walk in that was hard to fit in so could have effected speediness

Nothing quite says Scotland like this cozy bar on Frederick Street. This is another amazing find recommended to me by a friend who I met up with for drinks after work. The walls are lined with books and booths surrounding the space for this comforting and warm atmosphere. I started off with the LAGAVULIN 16 (£5.15) per recommendation. Wow, incredibly strong and smoky just the way I like my whiskey. Trust me when I say I will be ordering this one again. As the night was winding down, my friend and I decided to also try their Christmas cocktail specials for only £5 on weekdays. I had the Christmas Tree Old Fashioned, which was served in a fancy jar and thyme that the bartender smoked right in front of me. Best of all might have to be the bartender. He was chatty and friendly, which is always welcoming. I can't wait to come back for the food as well one day! read more

Queens Arms - Christmas Tree Old Fashioned. - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Great pub-style restaurant in New Town, Edinburgh. I made a reservation online a few weeks beforehand (August in Edinburgh can get crowded!) and was taken to a table immediately upon arrival. The pie of the day was a flavorful chicken dish with a tasty phyllo dough top. The fish and chips was adequate (not bad, but not special). The ambiance is very quaint and that alone is worth a visit. read more

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The food was pretty good we got a bunch of appetizers. The service was kind of slow which I understand because they were busy. Our server was very sweet and friendly! It was also extremely hot in there I'm not sure if the AC was broken but that's why we ended up leaving. Otherwise it's still a cool place read more

The Queens Arms Pub dinner Outstanding Pub, relaxing dinner Hot Pie delicious chicken mash potatoes cauliflower peas gravy with mustard seeds topped pastry shell fish and chips Ice cream Beer Pie was enough for two... read more

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Food was good and great ambiance. Service average. The private booths were totally a nice touch .

What a delightful Sunday roast experience. This warm and cozy pub had excellent service. Highly recommend booking in advance, otherwise you risk not being able to get in. We ordered Mac and cheese as an appetizer, it was delicious! Ample portions, cold beer and great service. read more

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Lovely library-looking pub. Decent food. Great drinks. Great service. Lots of televisions to watch a game. Highly recommend.

Excellent all around. We can't say enough about the Sunday Roast! Great service and location. Cozy.

This was a delicious welcome to our 1st trip to Edinburgh. The food and service was absolutely amazing, as well as the casual tavern atmosphere. It was an east walk from our flat in the west end. I would suggest booking a table before going just to make sure. Be sure to try the Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert! read more

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One of my favorite places in Edinburgh. Went three times as we were staying just around on George Street. Lunch on a chilly and rainy day was delightful. Cocktails (botanist gin and tonic) on a Saturday night were lively. But the best thing about Queens Arms is Sunday sharing roast: a wooden platter of delicious sliced beef, roasted potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, and mixed vegetables of cauliflower and cheese, golden beets, carrots, and of course, English peas. We left nothing on the platter. We passed on the dessert that was included and asked for sticky toffee pudding because well, it's Scotland, and it was delicious. Friendly staff, great drinks, and fabulous food make Queens Arms one of my favorite places in Edinburgh. read more

The trout we ordered ended up being salmon. The crab sauce it was to be served with ended up being a smelly fish sauce with loads of little bones. We also got the wrong appetizer. read more

Good service and food and interesting flavors of ice cream. Enjoyed my cider. Liked the atmosphere. read more

This is what comes to mind when you say, I want a pint in a proper pub. Food looked great, did not eat though. It's just a cool, place, do your self a favor and check it out. read more

We were a little late for our dinner reservation, but, we called ahead of time to let them know and were seated right away. Unfortunately it was the smallest table in the pub. Ordered the Sunday roast. The peas, sweet potatoes and red onions were good. Our cut of meat (flank steak?) was tough and not sliced the correct direction. The dessert was a three way of chocolate ice cream, chocolate pie and chocolate panna cota. The pie crust was very tough. Service was inattentive read more

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My favorite pub in New Town. The place is always busy and each part of the restaurant has it's own cozy character. The menu are all their takes on pub classics with a nice selection of draft beer and good cocktails. read more

Great, friendly service at bar. Very easy to grab a seat. Delicious food, and the atmosphere is quaint and warm. Thoroughly glad I listened to Yelp and pulled up a seat at the Queens Arms. read more

Queens Arms - Beef Burger and chips - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH