This is my local so great to have so much choice of beers and burger variations. Still, they could improve in the quality of beers they get in, sometimes I struggle to find one I want to drink, and expect to pay around £10 for 2 pints (though this seems to be an endemic problem in many supposedly 'craft beer' pubs in Edinburgh these days). Worth asking for their pint prices particularly when it comes to American imports; we paid £5.20 for a pint of Lagunitas IPA recently. read more

Not surprised to see a strong presence on Yelp for this place, with a well deserved high rating as well. This place was great. Really great vibes, with friendly staff, and the BURGERS. Easily one of the most satisfying burgers I have had in years, and our 8-strong party all tucked into different types of burgers and left clean plates - we were pleased. I was surprised at the amazing side portions: my mushroom dish was absolutely amazing, with a far bigger portion than expected. The cocktails were also phenomenal and worth every penny. No complaints from this civilian, so it's an easy 5-stars from me. P.S. How do they do it in such a small kitchen? read more

Amazing halloumi burger, amazing drink list, amazing service. What more would you want in the world?

Very cool and hipster atmosphere! Friendly and kind staff! I got one of their hamburgers which was delicious. The cherry tomato salad was alright. Overall, a very positive experience! read more

BURGERS, BURGERS, BURGERS. JESUS. Don't want to band the term "Best Burger of all Time" around, but it came pretty close. Chilli B's, lamb B's, veggie falaffel B's - there is a B for everyone! I oped for the guacomole burger and holy moley, it was dynamite. Served up on a slab with skinny chips and swanky relish, you're spoiled. Quite a personal dining experience, the chef takes pride in his food as much as the owner has invented a quote-tastic, slammin' menu. Their effort shows, and I'm sold. Incidently, this burger only lost out to a burger I had in New York which was, I kid you not, the size of my FACE. But y'know, this burger was not far off! read more

We came here after reading online recommendations. We were actually quite excited and carved a time slot into our Fringe to make sure we could try the heralded burgers. On entering the building, I was immediately a bit disappointed. It didn't have much atmosphere and the decor was lacklustre and lacking cohesion. It wasn't terrible - I was just expecting something a bit edgier. My Old Lady Thyme cocktail tasted entirely of lemon juice with no hint of thyme; by the sounds of it I should have just gone for beer! I went for a Blue Murder burger. It was just kind of bland and stodgy. I think the menu said the bun was a brioche, and while I don't particularly like brioche, it definitely seemed like the most ordinary plain burger bun instead. I left about a quarter after getting bored. Luckily, the seasoned fries were tasty - seasoned well at any rate and very moreish. read more

Excellent for burgers and real ale. They have over 15 choices for burgers including three vegetarian options along with other menu options that I usually look at and decide to have a burger anyhow. The service can be a bit slow at times but as it's so busy it's to be expected. It's always busy over the weekend so make sure you book a table, even if it's only for two people at 5.30pm, to avoid a long wait. read more

Whoops! Just realised that I haven't written a review for this even though I've been here for several times. The burger here is absolutely a must try! No matter it's beef burger or halloumi (vegetarian) burger, the taste were always so good! Around 9 pounds for a burger which you'll probably have to finish it in two meals...cuz the burger was really huge... I've also tried dessert here. Same quality & same quantity...a little bit too sweet though (p.s. I found most of the dessert in UK too sweet except for scones). Would recommend this bistro to tourists walking on Royal Mile trying to avoid unreasonable expensive restaurants, and to those who want to experience local bar/pub culture. read more

Numerous visits so its well due a review! I have eaten here a number of times however generally find myself in here with friends exploring the wide selection of beers on tap. Helpful, friendly staff who actually appear to want to be there are always willing to guide you through a few tasters, steering you towards that tipple of choice. Beers are the focus in here, however there are still a wide range of your usual wine and spirit suspects. Regular rotation means that there is pretty much always something new alongside the usuals. Food wise, 9A is known for its focus on an fairly extensive burger range, which all in all is fair considering the price and portions, however it can sometimes be a little lucky dip if you get that bap to write home about or not...! If you are planning to eat in, especially on a weekend I suggest calling ahead, if however looking for somewhere to drop in for a pint try not to pass this place up. Capacity and atmosphere can fluctuate between only one there to elbow to elbow, just depends on the night. read more

Looking for a dependable place with tasty food and a great selection of ales and beers? Head here. I've eaten here before, a couple of times now, and aside from a few bug-bears of mine (they serve your food on a wooden board, and please, for the love of potatoes, STOP PUTTING FRIES IN LITTLE BASKETS!!*) the food has been consistently good. Beers first though, and they have an excellent range, with knowledgeable staff ready to help if you want something 'not too hoppy'. Food-wise the menu is dominated by the burgers but there are salads and a few other options, mind you the burger list is nicely varied and whilst the patty isn't the best, the clever toppings more than make up for that. I opted for a simple cheesburger. Served in a brioche bun, with a nice rich garlic mayo and thick wedge of cheddar cheese, it was good. The patty a little overcooked for my liking, and subsequently a little dry, but well seasoned and their choice of cheese brought a nice strong flavour. The fries were good too, despite being served in a little tub... Add in friendly staff, and reasonable prices, and this is the kind of dependable place I'd happily return to. I'm sure there is better pub grub to be found in Edinburgh but this place has to be in the Top 5. * There are variations on this theme, tiny baskets, or some form of cylindrical receptacle. Regardless, it means the fries/chips at the top get all the vinegar and salt. JUST GIES A BOWL! read more

"...Sometimes you wanna go, where everybody knows your naaaame..... And they're always glad you caaaaame...." Everyone has their Cheers bar. If I had my way, Bond No.9 would be mine. Unfortunately the location of that wee gem does not favour me as a local. Enter Holyrood 9A. Located a perfect 5 minute walk from work, this is one of THE after-work bars in Edinburgh. Situated just off the crossroads between the Pleasance and St. Mary's Street, 9A offers a stylish setting to the office crowd, students and regulars of its old incarnation (name escapes me... little help?) alike. The slick interior has a warm charm about it that many modern bars fail to deliver, making it an easy choice for a quick drink or a bite. Speaking of which... although 9A can boast a trendy-yet-not-central-bar claim, the ace up their sleeve is their extensive and classy range of burgers. The variety alone is enough to drop a jaw here or there. And the quality of their product? Well I probably couldn't count the number of 9A burgers I've had on two hands (I am the Duke after all!), but I've yet to experience a bad one. Scratch that; a mediocre one! They're simply awesome. My firm favourite being the Venison Burger; thick and juicy, topped with a wedge of brie and cranberry relish. Well if that don't have you drooling.... you're probably a vegetarian....! Other notables are the Haggis Burger, the Pork & Apple, and the Pioneer (topped with rosemary-scented mushrooms,bacon, swiss and a garlic mayo). They do veggie option, they do breakfast, they do finger food, they do desserts, but it's simply all about the burgers at 9A. All come served with a side of red cabbage coleslaw and a cup of fries (upgrade to Piri Piri fries for better days - fact!). Of course it takes a lot for a bar to fall under "perfect". 9A has its flaws. The first of which being the prices; the £3.40 mark seems to be the standard for the range of spirits on offer, and although I'm no beer drinker, I hear the asking price for certain tipples are closer to the £5 mark, per pint. High street prices from a bar that sits arguably on the border of student land (Pleasance, Cowgate, et al) is a bit of an ask, and I'm sure if they lowered their prices, they would benefit from increased midweek custom from the student crowds. The other blemish on 9A's reputation is short and simple: turn on the bleedin telly! Fair enough the manager maybe doesn't want a rowdy football crowd coming in to watch the FA Cup, but I've seen my fair share of idiots on a Friday afternoon so they're not really keeping that crowd away regardless. And I don't think it's too much to ask that they show the tennis when I ask. Great bar, made great by a) the friendly, personable staff (wouldn't be my Cheers bar if they weren't!); b) the quality food served up; and c) the clientele that frequent the joint. A great social regular, marred only by overzealous prices and a stuffy manager. But don't let him keep you away. Go, go now. The Duke has spoken. POST REVIEW UPDATE:- Stuffy manager has left the building! 5 Stars all the way! read more

This place is solidly A-OK, a nuance above middle of the road, a percentage point above 50%. Given the reviews on Yelp, I wanted to love this place - I tried to I really did - but ultimately found The Holyrood 9A lacking. My first impression was of the lighting and space. It's lacking the charming gastropub feel because the lights are too bright, the furniture too shabby, and the space too wide-open and cold. We felt at times like cattle in the yard, which was ironic, because that's exactly what we were here to eat. When we arrived, it was busy, but far from slammed. We were directed to a table that unclean and sticky. It took a good ten minutes to get someone's attention to place our order. Again, they weren't that busy, just chaotically running around. It took quite a while for our beers and food to show. So, to while away the time, we tried our hand at the stack of games nearby. What seemed charming at first, quickly lost it's allure as the games were all broken, missing pieces, and - unsurprisingly - sticky from spilled beer. Why bother even having them anymore? Either pitch them or spend $100 for new ones. The burger was decent. Much better than middle of the road, but far from stellar. It fell apart easily, but was otherwise palatable. Gourmet burger places are a dime a dozen these days. Seek your meat patties in greener pastures. read more

I've only heard good things about Holyrood 9A and I've been desperate to go, but Mr LG and I just never had the time, or money. So one Saturday evening we arrived at Holyrood 9A famished and thirsty. We waited around twenty minutes on a table, which for dinner time on a Saturday evening was not bad. The service was grand. Not too overbearing, not too shoddy. Just right. I had an original burger, because I'm a plain kind of girl. The food took a wee while to come but when it did it was worth it because IT WAS THE BEST BURGER I'VE EVER HAD. Well, so far anyway. The cocktails were also grand but I was left unable to stomach another meal all weekend, so it must have been good! Would recommend if you're about. The burgers are too tasty. read more

Firstly, this place has an AMAZING selection of beers. They have a ton of craft beers on tap, and more available in bottles. Let me just say, a 9% stout at noon is a great way to start your day after a long night out on the town. I also want to give a shout-out to the barman I interacted with. He clearly had a lot of passion for craft brewing and was quick to offer suggestions and eager to discuss whether you liked a beer or not. However, I found that the food at Holyrood 9A was just... mediocre. I felt that the flavors weren't really there. Everything was hot, and their food is fresh and locally sourced which is all a big plus, but I felt that my meal lacked a certain something. Nothing really popped, unfortunately. I would go back for the beer, but I might skip the food next time. read more

Hands down the very best burgers to be had in Edinburgh! Two visits and four burgers later, I am a big fan. Perfection balanced in the bread, the meat and the toppings and my personal favourite, skinny chips. They also have some incredibly tempting veg options. Yum! After two more visits I'd say an upgrade is in order. These burgers have now become a craving as well as a sanity staple. I'm in love and I'm not ashamed to say it. read more

I was really into this place. While looking about for a place for dinner, this was just down the street from our hotel. First of all, the beer selection was solid. It was bolstered by being in the midst of having a Beer Festival, with lots of guest taps and brews on-hand, so that was cool. And the beers had food pairings listed, which I thought was a nice touch. The proper combination of beer and food is often underappreciated. Anyway, so the beers were great, as was the food. And the service was quite good. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive. I'd definitely recommend a visit to this place if you're in the city. read more

I'm going to say - it's a waver between 4 and 5 stars, but where there is a waver, gotta go with the lower bid, but ehh.. not this time. Usually I would coo and goo over how amazing a 5-star place is, and I will, but it does have some parts that let me down more. That's not to say this is a bad place, sheesh, no it's really not. But, when beer is of eye watering prices (OK OK OK so it's not your average draft and 9A stock some GOOD beer), I'm tempted to go with 4. It's just a bit pricier than I am willing on average to pay for beer and burgers. It also seems a horrendously busy pub on a Friday night, I guess that's what you get for being good at what you do. But! Did I have an excellent evening? Yes. Was the service good? Yes! Apart from one really grumpy kid... he should consider his career options, soon. Were the burgers good? Yes! Starters? Yes! Although on that front, my pita, houmous and olives seemed to far outweigh the size of other plates, even sharing ones - so it was shared, but in future, more houmous less pita please - I found myself sparingly taking portions of houmous one mushy grain at a time in order to try to spread it out. Meals wise we had a medley of mainly burgers (and one steak) - from the Holyrood 9A, to pork and chorizo, and the one 'awkward' one, that settled for the halloumi burger. The smoked chilli mayo did it for me. So did the sweet potato fries. Life is good when you have sweet potato fries. However, the chilli mayo was too overpowering for me, and I couldn't really taste anything else of my burger, and the only smoke I could find was that billowing from my ears. I kept desparately reaching for the cooling effect of the slice of tomato in my burger, but it could only last for so long. It's not awful, it was just too much - perhaps if you are not such a chilli-hound (like myself) perhaps putting the sauce on the side might be a more cunning plan to remember in the future. We also split across our party a couple of kitchen sinks as dessert - as gooey-ly gratifying as it implies, but across four didn't result in total coma. Overall, Holyrood 9A did everything we wanted for our Christmas night out, and for that we thank you. read more

I had been reading reviews of the amazing burgers here. Um, not really all that. Really just A-OK. Actually reminded me a lot of the Southern, pretty much same quality. Another annoyance was that the onion rings seemed from frozen. Its not that difficult to make fresh delicious onion rings, is it? Am I asking for too much? I don't think so. So, all in all I continue my hunt for the best burger in Scotland and so far the best one I've had has been at home. Maybe I should open up a burger joint. read more

The Holyrood 9A is the best of the three sister pubs which includes The Southern and Red Squirrel (in my humble opinion). The pub is divided up into three sections, a small alvove to the rght as you walk in, the main middle bit bith the bar and a large area to the rear which is where most of the burgers are devoured. Painted black on the inside it can look a bit divey but with the walls are adorned with stag heads and typographic prints, and the huge candles, there is an eerie feel to this hipster-ish bar, definitely Edinburgh-esque! In keeping with it's sisters, though if I'm not mistaken this was the original, this place has an extensive burger menu. Everything you could ask for from a shmancy venison with brie (my personal favourite) to a good old cheese and bacon and everything in between. Burgers are served with chips (sweet potato and piri piri are options but be warned, sweet potato can run out fast on a busy night!) and some red cabbage coleslaw. The burgers are decent portions so bring your appetite. If burgers aren't your thing there's plenty more to choose from, though shamefully I haven't ventured from that middle column on the menu just yet. There's also a decent dessert selection, the kitchen sink is always a favourite when I bring anyone visiting. Aptly named you need at least 3 people, though I've seen six go at it (after nachos and burgers mind) and struggle. Ice cream and brownies galore! The beer selection is also impressive. Being not much of a beer drinker (understatement!) I don't partake, but I will say the cider selection could do with some improvement.The staff are lovely, though they can be on the slow side. Overall the Holyrood 9A is a safe pair of hands for a decent burger! read more

I think this has to be my new favourite bar! I was recommended it by a friend and it did not disappoint! The burgers are absolutely delicious and nicely cooked (I had the chilli burger with 'death sauce!' which did not disappoint! The house white wine was delicious - which is very often a rarity. It was moderately priced which is always a bonus! I loved the dark decor and choice of tunes, definitely got a rock n roll vibe to it which is very me... the bar and waiting staff were extremely pleasant and I would certainly recommend this to anyone looking for a new joint in town to visit. My friend Sean mentioned it can get really crowded at weekends but on a Sunday evening, it was a nice place to hang out and have a chat. Will definitely be back! :) read more

It's a good sign that when you walk into a bar for some food that the menu is reassuringly focused. Pick a food genre, stick with it, and do it well. Pretty simple really. I think I can be forgiven for developing the habit of wandering round to Holyrood 9a for a burger and a pint. One of the cosier pubs in Edinburgh's city centre, if you're feeling remotely fragile from the night before you can squirrel yourself away into a dark corner and expedite your recovery with one of the fantastic burgers. I'll have you check my notes, but I think now had every burger on the menu, and I'm fairly sure that it's not a fabricated memory borne out of over-familiarity with the range. This time I went for the lamb burger. I do have a soft spot for lamb, so if anything I'm going to be particularly critical. Seasoned with cumin and dressed with a fiery sauce that's tempered by the yoghurt and cucumber dressing it feels a wee bit like a merging of the Mediterranean and North African cuisine all neatly contained in floury bun. When it comes to you on a plank of wood with some seriously heavy duty looking coleslaw it doesn't look like much, but you'll be surprised at how filling the portions are. You might also be thankful that it comes with skinny fries rather than the increasingly typical "fresh cut" chips that are so chunky they could derail a train; they have their place, it's just not here. It'll set you back about seven quid for their basic burger, which is maybe a bit more than you'd typically expect from a pub burger but I assure you it's money well spent. My weekend lunch time visits started as an outing of convenience (living literally a 4 minute walk away made it a no-brainer), but now it's an excursion of love. That walk is closer to half-an-hour, but it's a trip totally worth making. read more

I really like Holyrood 9A. They do splendiforous burgers and a great selection of beers, so how can you really go wrong? Guacamole burger, haggis burger and portobello mushroom burger all get my double thumbs up. Wash it down with a decent ale and life is good. My only bone to pick with this place? It's often really busy and it can be quite tough to get a seat. If you're going of a Friday or weekend evening, definitely see if you can get a table booked in advance! read more

This bar/restaurant was recommended to me as one of the places to check out if I wanted some decent haggis while on a recent trip to Edinburgh. After climbing up the nearby Arthurs Seat I was well in need of some refreshments, and Holyrood 9A did not let me down. I obviously ordered the haggis burger and it was possibly the best tasting meal I had in my entire time in Edinburgh! The price was reasonable considering the amount of food; a got a huge burger, a bowlful of chips and some sauce on the side. I could barely finish it but it was so tasty! The drink selection is also worth pursuing. The staff are very knowledgable and helped me pick a drink that would go with my food. The layout and ambiance give the bar a laid back feel. There was a mix of students and business persons, and it wan't too busy, even on a friday. Holyrood 9A is one of the few places I would truly recommend to anyone who wants a great tasting burger in a fantastic environment on their trip to Edinburgh, or to anyone local! read more

Were super friendly... Was top notch beer/burger... Student discounts too. read more

They've got an excellent set of rotating Real Ale (cask!) taps, something different every time you visit. They've got a great selection of burgers including four veggie burgers, and even a haggis burger. Not a lot else in the food department though. The decor is very nice, all dark wood and friendly atmosphere. It's just a shame about the terribly bland and offensively inoffensive coffee-shop music. read more

First night in Edinburgh and I wandered in for dinner, not really knowing much about the place. But boy was I blown away! I ordered the namesake Holyrood burger and house-seasoned fries, both of which were so delicious. The mustard mayo sauce on the burger was a perfect addition and I couldn't resist dipping my fries in it, as well! Hands down the best part was the extensive beer menu. It was tough to choose, so the waitress (who seemed very knowledgeable in the different types and flavors) asked me a few questions about what I liked and then offered tastes of the different beers on tap so I could find something I really could down a pint of! Overall a great dining experience - the staff was super friendly - and amazing food! read more

The Holyrood 9A - The Holyrood burger with house-seasoned fries and a Stewart's Hopricot Pale to drink! - Burgers Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

This place is continuously on my top list in Edinburgh for the past 3 years! They have made a few changes in their burgers (on the bun, the size of the burger and that they no longer serve it with coleslaw) but still their taste and quality is great! I was more that happy to find they serve food at 11pm for the late comers (for Edinburgh this is a big deal since everything closes or stops serving food relatively early). Well done Holyrood! *Please bring back the pita breads with humus on the starter's menu! :) + and the draught Innis and Gun! read more

Be hungry. The portions are huge. Food was great, especially the beer battered onion rings. read more

As a Midwestern American foodie my standard for what constitutes a good burger are exacting and thorough. Holyrood 9A did not disappoint. Having what is arguably the best burger in Edinburgh. First and foremost, the selection of available meats and toppings far exceeded any of my wildest dreams and were truly splendid. My favorite was the venison burger, which was lean, had the right heft and bite, and was gamey but not over powering. The fries were phenomenal and and the bun didn't dissolve, but instead holds it might! Second of all, the beer selection is quite outstanding. While it might not be as prolific as some places I visited, it's quality is nonetheless pretty outstanding. The flat cider they had on tap when I went was mind-blowing. Third off, the dark, quartered feel of the gastropub perfectly matches with the food and provides an excellent atmosphere. The only complaint I have that hold me back from giving them a 5/5 is the size of the pub section in relation to the restaurant part can mean that things get a bit cozier than one would like when dining. However, I would definitely not only recommend going, but plan on going back whence I visit Edinburgh again in the near future. read more

Ok. Queue my dilemma and frustration..... I have returned here manys a time now, I mean the beer selection is the best I have found yet, and the burgers, good god they are delicious!! BUT....... ugh, service has gone down a little I think. Not enough to take the Holyrood 9a down a star, I still wax lyrical about it so that would be a little hypocritical. I mean, the service is in no means awful, cold, rude, or anything that would warrant me getting up out my seat and leaving....... it just ain't as good as it was the first few times I went. This saddens me a little..... seriously, like employ me!!! This is the kind of place where I want someone upbeat, chatty, and overall really enthusiastic about the beer/burgers because to me that is what Holyrood 9a is all about. I am still totally digging those burgers though. And the strawberry milkshake........ it is criminally tasty!! read more

After having Joe.A wax on about this place a good dozen times me and some friends decided Sunday recovery lunch seemed like the perfect time to have our first experience of Hollywoof 9a. I have been lead to believe they are the purveyors of some of the finest man food in town and I was not disappointed. To start with we were welcomed by a very attractive waitress (always a good start lets be honest) and decided to have a milkshake while we contemplated the real decision. After 10 minutes I just could not decided...... bohemia burger, piri-piri chicken burger..... halloumi burger.......lamb burger.....damn too many choice.. Then I saw it.......steak sandwich with beer mustard and portabello muschroom. So I ordered and was asked a question that brought a smile to my face "how would you like your steak cooked?".......YYYAAASSSSS!!! Rare please..... :D HAPPY JD!!!!! When it arrived on it wooden board it delivered........beautiful tender rare steak...well seasoned with nice chips in a small bucket and some good mayo!! It is as good as they say.....now i have to go back and try a burger....or a skeweer...or a salad. Hmmm seems I may be going back a few times!! read more

Holyrood 9A is mostly famous for their burgers, but this place can also delight an avid beer fan with with a wide selection on draught. I can also remember a good hearty Scottish breakfast I had there one time. Although it's not a place where I would rush across the town, if I happen to be out nearby, I would happily stop there for a few nice drinks. read more

I never knew this pub existed until I walked down this street to head to my final exam in the uni gym (the only time I really enter that space), so a bunch of us decided to start our summer celebratory drinks here. It's surprisingly large inside and perhaps it was the sun or the mirth of summer beginning but I got a very good vibe from this place. It's sort of a revamped pub keeping good old pub qualities and serving hearty dishes (the burgers are quite good) and at the same time being a modern spot ,without trying too hard. read more

One of the most delicious burgers I have tried the one year I am in Edinburgh. Excellent selection of beers with cherry on the top that they offer 1/3 of a pint, making it excellent choice for beer tasting. Great service as well, in a cosy environment. Overall 9A is setting the bar very high for the town's pubs, I am definitely going to visit it again and again. read more

Better make a reservation if you want to get a spot. Nice selection of drinks. Service was not the friendliest. The Cheese Burger was good, but I was expecting more given the reviews. Prices a bit high. read more

I recently purchased an Itison deal which gave us two burgers and two drinks for £12 (instead of £26ish). We decided to arrive a bit early and get in a few drinks, and our evening unfolded... Everyone working was wearing some type of hat. What's with the hats? Was it a one-off or is it a normal Friday night thing? It was easy to see that many of the staff were uncomfortable. Despite being uncomfortable, they all provided *exceptionally* good service. I was really impressed with the bar tender who came and found us when our table was ready, especially considering it was definitely not her job. Tiny points off to the same bartender who recommended a beer to me that was something ridiculous like £5/pint due to a higher alcohol percentage. I wasn't aware of either the price or the abv until it was too late. The burgers were well received in beer-ful and otherwise empty bellies, though again the patty itself needs a bit of something to give it more flavour. It was also taller than it was wide (if that makes any sense) so I struggled to take each bite, but ran out of meat before I ran out of bun. So in all, next time I'd like to try a different type of burger and definitely recommend coming here on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Friday night was fun, but it gets a bit busy and not too conducive to a relaxing meal. read more

A good pub, with great burgers. Visited earlier this afternoon with family of all ages and all were thoroughly chuffed with the experience. My brother had the Cheese and Bacon with (unsurprisingly) Swiss cheese and smoked bacon. I had The Pioneer with sautéed rosemary, wild mushrooms, crispy bacon, Swiss cheese and garlic mayo. It is a subtly flavoured burger & was delicious. My Mum and Aunt had the Slider Burgers which includes 3 mini burgers, The Original, The Cheese & The Southern Barbecue. With a side of Beer Battered Onion Rings and various alcoholic beverages it was altogether a very pleasant experience. We will return. read more

To think I've known about this place for ages (and used to work v near it actually) but never bothered to go in?!? I feel ashamed. My very first experience of Holyrood 9A was on Friday night, as a pre-gig (at the Pleasance) meeting place. I loved it! It was jam packed with people so I really felt like I'd been missing a trick - and I had! It has a really cool vibe and relaxed atmosphere without trying hard. It's the type of place you just wanna drink in, especially if you are a beer lover as you have a million & 1 varieties to choose from that seem to change on a regular basis. The waft of burgers smelled so appetising ...drool. Unfortunately we didn't book in advance (losers!), so the the chance of getting a table on a fri night appeared to be slim to none, but we all agreed we would go back, ready and willing to tackle the huge menu of burgers on offer! I didn't feel justified scoring this place higher based on 1 experience of drinks only (standing at the bar at that!). However on my 2nd visit, IF the burgers are as good as they smelled and looked, I may even score the place 5 stars depending on the speed and quality of service. Another positive is that I work right opposite their sister place (The Red Squirrel on Lothian Rd) and I HAVE partaken of yummy burger there and will again! :) read more

Holyrood 9A is unlike it's siblings (The Southern & The Red Squirrel) in the sense that it has a divide between drinking and dinning area. The front bar area tends to fill up Thursday to Saturday evenings however if you get a seat here it is comfortable and has a very similar feel to sitting in The Southern. If on the other hand you are sitting at the back to eat your burger there is a bit of a feeling that the staff want to turnover the table, rather than have you sit and drink a few beers. The burgers and the beers are great, the bar has a good pub vibe, however the back area seating isn't a natural resting place to drown a few pints. Personally I feel that The Southern pips it at the post a little and is the better bar, but I am a fan of Holyrood 9A. read more

The Holyrood of burgers! Enjoyed the burger very much. The place is busy as usual, but they always try to find a way to squeeze you in. "In Holyrood 9A you are ensured of a good burger!" that is what they told me. I know that is a bold statement and I put it to the test. I ordered, I received and ...mmmm, that is some tasty burger man. Juicy, firm and compact. The bun: crunchy and light. The filling: plentiful and tasty. I vote this to be one of the better burgers consumed in a long while. Anita had a halloumi burger and she was well impressed. For afters we shared a selection of desserts, 3 bowls of ice-cream & wafers and a lemon cheesecake. Yummy to the max. The espressos were OK - they could have been a bit stronger. My other pleasant finding was the real ale and craft lagers on offer. I like this place for their food, still have to taste the atmosphere when just drinking, but with those beers & cocktails on the menu, that should not pose a big problem. read more