Awesome atmosphere, good prices, and great people! We came here on our vacation through Edinburgh, and it was our favorite pub by far! The only thing that would make this pub better is live music, which they might have on other nights (we were there on a Monday). The bartender was helpful in giving good drink recommendations and really, the atmosphere couldn't have been better! Highly recommend for anyone visiting Edinburgh looking for a great time. read more

Nice as a pub, but i'd eat somewhere else. Seems to think that being over priced and serving small portions on a plate the size of a bin lid makes it a gastro-pub, it doeesn't. There's much, much better to be had nearby. read more

I first visited the queens arms when I was 14 on a family holiday. I recently went back (I'm 20 now) and it was just as wonderful as I remembered, with an added nostalgia factor. Great food and drinks, friendly staff. They have a great Sunday quiz night as well! I hope to visit again someday read more

If it's atmosphere you're looking for, this is THE place. I adore this pub. I've been here on a weeknight for a date where we stayed and talked for hours over a bottle of wine. But I've also been here with a big group of friends on a weekend, when it's loud and lively. I enjoy it either way. The cozy ambience is perfect. It's really nice but not over the top fancy. I love the walls full of books, drippy candle wax, wine bottles hanging from the ceiling, big comfy booths and dreamy chandeliers. I haven't ordered food, but their drink selection is good and I haven't been disappointed by anything. The last time I was here, I ordered a G&T and the bartender asked if he could garnish it with a grapefruit instead of lime. It was delicious. read more

I came here almost entirely because of the cool pictures of the inside that people had shared. It looks cozy and quirky, and definitely what I needed after a whole day traveling and moving into Edinburgh. Let me tell you, the inside is as great as it looks in the pictures, and the food, drinks, and service were on point. I had the blueberry smash cocktail, which was AMAZING. It wasn't too sweet or too boozy. I also had the Aberdeen Angus burger which was simple and delicious and perfectly cooked. My girlfriend was similarly pleased with her wine and pork cheek dish. Both the guy and the girl that served us were super friendly and easy-going. I will definitely be back soon. read more

i'm actually rather surprised that i've not written a review of the Queens Arms as i've been here a number of times. for a bar that is smack in the centre of town the Queens Arms has a feel of being more a local than a spot that tourists might want to stop in to experience authentic scottish atmosphere. that's what i like about this place, cosy warm atmosphere, a good number of seats, the cool wine bottle ceiling decorations, good food, and a good selection of drinks. on a cold windy and seriously rainy night, a few of us came in to grab some drinks as our plans for a visit to the christmas markets was clearly not happening. i loved that they had a whole hot drinks selection so i could still get my hot toddy :) i had two hot drinks actually, dutch courage and st lucian toddy. both very good, but the st lucian toddy was just that wee bit extra good. spiced rum mixed with apple juice lime and spices make for a seriously nice way to end my night before braving the windy streets of edinburgh on my way home. i know i'll be back to the Queens Arms as it's in a handy location and the drinks are a good price. also i'm always a fan of a bar where i can get a seat on a busy night! read more

Without a doubt, my favourite pub in Edinburgh. Great atmosphere and excellent, friendly staff.

The Atmosphere of this place is really great. We went on a Wednesday night, so not too busy - but it seems like it'd get pretty packed on weekends so if going for food rather than just drinks - a reservation might be keen. Cocktails were great - not too strong, not too sweet but tasty. We got the 'Field Platter' to share between two - the steak was amazing. The rest was also really good, but we loved the steak. read more

This is my perfect example of a corner pub. The inside is cozy an neat. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The food is excellent pub food with a mix of items you wouldn't normally find in a pub for those who are not fans of pub grub. They have a "Pie of the Day" which was a chicken, leek and mustard pie when we first ate there and it was delicious! They have an excellent Malt Whiskey selection and quite a few Macallans I had not seen before which was fantastic for me. The atmosphere feels like you are walking into a well used sitting room. Comfy chairs and booths provide most of the seating. read more

First of all, this place is gorgeous, with amazing furniture and walls full of old books. It's a traditional pub that isn't dusty and outdated, where the locals hang out and where the vibe is very warm and friendly. The food is simple and flavorful, perfect for what it is. I had the rabbit rillettes and split the super huge broccoli & pork pie with my sweetheart. Everything was great, including the service. I tried some local beer, the Deuchars IPA, which was very nice. If I lived in Edinburgh, I would be a regular! read more

Great spot! The beer was cold and the grilled cheese with ham was delicious. Nice atmosphere with super friendly staff. You won't be disappointed! My first time in Edinburgh and I would come back to this place. read more

I visited this pub on a busy Saturday night and it had a relaxed very friendly atmosphere. It was a mix of tourists and locals enjoying good drinks in a nice pub. The pub had a great buzz about it and everyone seemed up for a good night. They had four good cask ales available. A couple of dark ales (stouts&porters) and a few Deuchars. The beer appeared to be well looked after and tasted great and wasn't too expensive. The cider on draught was also really refreshing. The bar staff were very friendly and even when busy i got served speedily and efficiently. I will certainly visit the Queens Arms again soon had a top night there. read more

Loved the ambiance and the service was phenomenal. Food was so good and the specialty drinks were fun and tasty. Bar area was a bit crowded, but we didn't wait long for a table. And like I said, the service was exceptional! read more

Large pub with a good selection of beers. They have a huge list of rotating cask ales which was nice. The food was very good as well. We had a fish pie for 2 that hit the spot. Not cheap but not expensive considering the part of town. The service was fantastic here as well. read more

The service is excellent! The food is excellent! My husband loves beer and they had a nice selection of local beers on tap. I am not a beer lover and they actually made cocktails here which is unusual for a pub in England or Scotland. We are from the US and we discovered that most pubs don't make many cocktails. The bartender lovingly made me a delicious minty mojito! It is a little off the beaten path (about a 5 to 10 minute walk from Princess Street near the Castle) so there are a lot of locals. Loved the dripping candles in the bottles! read more

Went there late night! Such a good ambience. Loved the place and the staffs! One of the great fish and chips I have tried, big portion as well! Quick service! read more

We tried to go to the Queens Arms on a Saturday night, but the place was packed (there was a rugby match on) so we decided to try again the following Sunday. We were easily able to find a table and order some drinks. The food was great, service was friendly and the drinks selection made everyone happy!! We enjoyed our drinks and food for about 3.5 hours just chatting and enjoying the atmosphere. It was a great afternoon. I look forward to going back. read more

I came here for the second time last Saturday.I was last here a year ago..,don't know why it's taken me so long to return. .maybe it's 'cos I live in Glasgow now ?!! I booked a table here for 6 as I was going to a show for 7:30 at the Assembly rooms on George Street.This pub is on Frederick Street and is perfectly placed for George Street and centrally located for fringe events,it's always buzzing in here! We were taken on time and were seated in a cosy booth. The waitress was friendly and gave us the menu which had a varied selection of dishes.My friend and I both plumped for the pork apple and black pudding burger. I'm usually overwhelmed by the size of burger meal..mainly because it looks so huge and heavy on my plate,but regardless I decided to go for it as I was starving! ! Wine menu was extensive and I was pleased to see they offered a huge selection of wine by the glass so I ordered a pinot noir ,and friend a pinot grigo both reasonably priced. Food arrived within 10mins,very propmt. At first fries arrived first and then the meal arrived with fries!!! We spoke to the waitress and she was surprised -simple misunderstanding from the kitchen and fries were whisked away and taken off the bill at the end. The burger was delicious and perfectly cooked.The bun was fresh &,fries piping hot! Not the slightest bit heavy. .I had nothing to worry about. I was stuffed. .my only regret was I couldn't squeeze in one of their many tasty desserts..as we were rushing off! Couldn't recommend this pub highly enough Will just need to return sooner! read more

When I first moved to Edinburgh and was unemployed l came here a lot as it was cosy and had very good cheap food. It went down hill a bit after a while and I stopped going after one meal I had was quite poor and the place in general just seemed to a bit dreary. Went back again for old time's sake the other day and was pleasantly surprised to find a new menu and the whole place was brighter. The food is even better than when I first went there and seems a bit more classier though a little more expensive. I had the duck spring rolls for a starter and a decent sized home-made burger with chips for mains both of which were delicious. Will definitely be hoping to get here more often again. read more

Hard not to like this place. Big comfortable chairs in one corner, impressive ceiling ornaments (dozens of wine bottles), and decent cask selection. Came here one day to catch the end of a football match and it was packed and brimming with energy. Came back a few days later in the afternoon to read and relax, and it fit the bill quite nicely. read more

Huge portions, great atmosphere, and kind staff. The pies are wonderful, and they have a massive selection of drinks.

Well, went in here a few weeks back with a friend to watch Scotland - Norway, and the less said about that, the better!! Given that the pub was fairly hoaching (at least until we went 2-0 down), the service was good and reasonably quick. As we arrived fairly early, we managed to grab ourselves a couple of seats near a telly (and there were plenty of them). Decent toilets too read more

Exactly what we were looking for in the UK. A beautiful pub with books and candles and delicious food. Great beer selection -- will certainly come back! read more

Loved it. Ask the bar staff anything, they'll get it sorted for you. read more

Brilliant location for a relaxed pint with friends. The decor is stunning.

Lovely pub perfect for lazy Sunday afternoons. In Winter order a hot toddy and curl up with the paper.

Innocuous looking pub with GREAT food. One of the best meals I've had in Scotland, and the service was better than I'd typically received in Scotland (as an American) by a large margin. Couldn't recommend it enough. Try the sea bass! read more

My husband and I are visiting and found the Queens Arms. It was warm and inviting, with fantastic food and wonderful staff.

This is a very friendly, accommodating pub/restaurant with very good food. We had great burgers with fried potatoes and were glad we stopped in. read more

I found Queen Arms based on Yelp reviews after we were exploring New Town-Rose St. Upon arrival we were very uncertain of what we wanted from drinks to food but not only was the staff helpful, so was the table next to us. Great food! Best cider (Old Mout - kiwi lime from New Zealand) & a quite large beer list for my IPA-loving husband. We started with the spicy sweet croquettes and then shared the fish and chips. Not only was the service and drinks excellent but so was the food. I highly suggest visiting this place if you want a laid back and friendly experience with fresh delicious food! read more

15 of us had lunch for a friends birthday. Food delicious all of our meals served at same time. Staff fantastic,friendly and attentive, nothing too much bother. Would definitely recommend. read more

This is an old fashioned pub just off George Street. For that alone it's a valuable addition to Edinburgh's night life. George Street and the surroundling streets are now full of trendy bars so to have a great traditional pub nearby is a relief. Particularly if you are looking for somewhere to watch the football. Queens Arms has a seating area to the right where you can get the usual pub food up until early evening. They have another small seating area and large bar in the left. Both sides can show different football matches, so if there's a big Scottish and English game on at the same time, go there and they'll show both! They are open till 1am rising to 3am in August and Ney Year. read more