Really enjoyed this special pub! Located on the Royal Mile, you might easily walk past this small entrance- but it's worth a visit! Definitely book reservations as they are a small pub and highly visited. This pub is literally on the Flodden Wall - very special. Our servers were super friendly and fun as well. They were out of all burgers and quite a bit of other food, so come with an adventurous spirit and ask before sitting down if you have your heart set on something on the menu. Having said that, everything we ordered was delicious- whisky with gingerale, beer, sodas, as well as the main courses of wild boar's sausages with cabbage and mash, macaroni and cheese (homemade, came with a beautiful salad), and steak and ale pie (basically pot roast meat in a flaky bun, with cabbage and mashed potatoes) - all completely delicious. Definitely come here for a pint and some great food! read more

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I love love love this place. It's really quite tiny but amazingly inviting! I went here 3 times after work (3 days of work). The Belhaven Black is the best stout I've ever had. You can practically rest a spoon on the foam! Not too chocolatey, not bitter at all! Amazing! I can live here and can't wait to return! read more

The World's End - Best stout on the planet - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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Great pub food and atmosphere. Excellent service. Enjoyed the steak and ale pie and mash. Make reservations well in advance, especially for dinner. We were able to get reservations the day before for 4:30 but not the dinner hours. read more

Wow. I guess when the place has been here for a long as it has, as well, and been featured as a spot in the Outlander books, it's bound to be good! I am by no means vegan, but the mushroom chili my husband ordered is excellent! It's full of flavor and spice and paired perfectly with the basmati rice and red onion garnish. The fried haloumi is crispy, and the batter doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the cheese. And of course, the beer is good. There is a good variety of draft selections from IPAs to stouts. Grab a tee as well from this less known iconic Edinburgh spot. read more

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So pleasantly surprised !! We intended to go to a place across the street and it was too busy on Christmas Day . Instead we ended up here and soooo glad we did ! There is a very small menu (3 dishes to choose from) . The service was lovely, the mulled wine was perfect and both the meat pie and dish/chips were delicious ! So pleasantly surprised and would most definitely go back !! read more

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I booked a table in advance because I wanted to make sure that I got to experience this gem and they do get busy. I even bought a t-shirt to commemorate the experience. This place is exactly what you expect when you hear old world pub in the UK. It is truly one of the best pubs, if not the best pub I have ever been into. The stone walls, wooden beams and leaded glass are just the beginning. Grab a pint and some of the Haggis fritters and enjoy the day or night. I would recommend to anyone in Edinburgh and will be the first place I go when I am back in Scotland. Staff were super friendly and service was prompt. You don't need a booking, but it is available. read more

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Excellent little bar/pub and the decor with stonework is stunning. We ordered the fish and chips and it was perfect. read more

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A must stop while in Edinburgh to enjoy the rich history behind The World's End. Cozy pub with plenty of beers and ales along with spirits to choose from. read more

The World's End - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Just a short walk from Edinburgh Castle is The World's End. Indoor seating gives you the stereotypical pub atmosphere. A small bar serves singles and the have a good selection of Scottish brews on tab. Service is friendly and quick. read more

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A very interesting and fascinating little pub with a ton of history. This was my first stop in Edinburgh and it gave me a great first dinner experience in this great city. I ordered the steak and ale pie which was probably the best I had all trip. I also had a side of mash and cabbage which were good as well. The waitress was great and very nice. Definitely check it out if you're in town! read more

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The only negative is the size but there's nothing that can be done about that. Great folks behind the bar pulling fantastic pints. The food did look amazing, was really hoping for the Mac n Cheese. Will have to be another day. read more

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Good food w/ nice atmosphere. Typical Scottish grub. Friendly service. Would return. Interesting history.

5/5 only because the staff was so nice and accommodating! We didn't have food - only a few beers so I couldn't comment on that. The Belhaven Stout and World's End beers were my favorites. They offer half pints so it's perfect for folks who want to try several beers. The place had a rich and interesting history behind its name so don't forget to ask your server about that! read more

The World's End - The World's End Bitter - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

This was the pub on my list to go to in Edinburgh. Located on the Royal Mile it was the perfect place to stop after Edinburgh Castle on the way to Hollyrood. A much need cold beer and we had the Haggis fritters. The Haggis was fried and quite tasty. It's a small place with limited seating. Good food, good service. read more

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stopped in here to get out of the wet and cold royal mile. historic building was cool. service was good. hubby had the mushroom chili which was good he said. i had the sticky toffee pudding with my tea it was scrumptious. it warmed my heart. it is our second day in Edinburgh, Scotland. i want to try more restaurants. read more

The World's End - Mushroom Chili and Sticky toffee pudding! - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Another tasty pub... it's small but decent beers, ciders, and other libations. I wish there we bar stool at the bar but so is life read more

The World's End - Cider - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

The atmosphere is exactly what you're looking for in an Edinburgh pub. Cramped with lots of character(s) but if you're looking for a meal (and I don't know why you would here) you'd better call to reserve one of their 5 or 6 tables. The potted crab smells and tastes like a smoked fish spread. Their burger tastes like something I last had in a highschool cafeteria when it was laughingly referred to as a soy burger. The fries were good. read more

We didn't even get to sit down at a table because the smell of bathroom was so overwhelming. Cute pub and I'm sure it would have been great but when the smell of --- is so overwhelming.... Just no. read more

It's a beautiful little pub, bartender and staff gone out of their way to be friendly, great beer, scotch and pub food, fish and chips, burgers, you name it. What more could you ask for? read more

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It's a great tourist spot with lots of history. Good place to stop for a pint but lunch was a disappointment. We came at opening. It smelled overwhelmingly of fish. Immediately they were out of several things on the menu and they were running behind so we had to wait 30 min before ordering any food. The food was bland and overcooked. The service was nice. read more

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We stopped by here for dinner. We didn't have a reservation and there wasn't room on the dinner side but we grabbed a little table on the bar side and ordered a burger and a side of Mac n cheese at the bar along with a few drinks. The burger and fries were great but the Mac n cheese was AMAZING. The service was friendly, the drinks were good and it was a lively but cozy place to hang out for a drink or two. I would definitely go back. read more

We went here for lunch with friends who had been here on previous trips to Edinburgh. It is a old tavern located next to where the city wall originally was, so it was literally the end of the world for city residents. We had to wait for a table, because there is not a lot of seating, so had a drink at the bar. Once seated service was prompt and friendly. We all had the steak pie and agreed it was delicious (one of the best we had in Scotland). We will go back if we are ever in Edinburgh again! read more

The states are for the atmosphere and the staff. The food was microwaved cheap sausage gluey mashed potatoes and under seasoned veg. Go for a drink but eat elsewhere read more

This place is tiny, I highly recommend booking a reservation on their website if you want dinner. Each night for a week in Edinburgh I ordered mac and cheese, this place had the BEST! The historical component is cool, too. read more

This place is not big but it's got the best fish and chips I had in the UK! The fish was huge, hot and crispy without being soggy anywhere, and the house made tartar sauce just put it over the top. The chips were crisp and delicious as well, and the rest of the sides were well-done too. Our meal also included the "Taste of Haggis" appetizer, which was just right for a first time experience. The haggis comes on a bed of neeps and tatties (turnips and potatoes) with a bit of gravy, which to be honest, it didn't even need. The haggis was well-seasoned and delicious. If you've ever been to Cincinnati, think goetta but with more of a meatloaf texture. Also enjoyed a pint of Belhaven black stout. Yum. read more

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JIST EXCELLENT!! GET HERE EARLY!! Three of us ate here tonight as our last dinner in Scotland after 25-odd days bouncing all around Scotland and England! Food was great, Fish and Chips just sooo tasty!! If you are coming here, best to call ahead and make a reservation if you're thinking of dinner. It's located along the Royal Mile, very walkable from anywhere around the castle. Great place to stop during the day (opens at 11 usually)!! Lots of shopping along the Mile either side of the pub! read more

i enjoyed the fish and chips. food was hot and good. gin drink was delicious. service was good

It was such an amazing experience in Edinburgh. They even opened it a bit earlier so we can be there and eat before our tours. The chicken was great. read more

The World's End - Chicken roster ? - Pubs Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Super nice bartender & quick service.. Ability to sit outside. Cool story behind the establishment.

Everything you may read about this place is true! It is authentic in every way. We had the haggis, neeps and tatties. It's a Scottish thing but worth a try. We had a great server with Katy who was quite friendly and a great sense of humor. I really like this location and I think you will too! Get out there and live it...Scotland! read more

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This is a great pub. It is very cozy and inviting. Put our name in to get a table and enjoyed a few pints at the bar. Even in mid afternoon this place was bustling. We had the chicken tikka skewer as a starter which was quite nice. The gf has the fish and chips and I had the haggis pie. Haggis pie was nice rich. The fish and chips were both cooked well. The peas with the fish and chips as well as the haggis pie were fine, maybe a bit under seasoned. A fine place to sit and drink and eat. Even better if you're a Simon Pegg fan. read more

Don't go there expecting good food. It won't happen. The drinks and the service however were very good. I only went there because of the movie. read more

The World's End advertises great view of the castle, not true. I can't review the food because we didn't eat. Tried to get a table after the lunch rush had subsided and the server said go to the bar and I'll get to you when I can. Maybe that works for some people but it doesn't work for me. I agree with Diana K's review. Staff seemed to be overworked and not happy to see patrons. read more

I been attend this bar twice, first time he asked me "do you have reservation ？" if not, they can't take us in. Next day I tried to make reservation and he tell me they don't take any reservation!!!!!! I think they don't welcome Asian read more

When I came to Edinburgh I knew I wanted to try a traditional pub. The World's End came up in several guides online and I decided to go to The World's End before I arrived. At first I tried to get a two person table at around 9pm on a Monday, the pub was packed and they said there was no space for us that night. It was completely packed and we were understanding. Not to be in discouraged we decided to come again the next day. We came at 5 the next day and even though there was still a wait we were seated after only 10 minutes. All of the servers and bartenders were incredibly friendly and our orders were taken quickly. The atmosphere in the pub was comfortable and cozy, the entire pub is pretty small and intimate but not too loud. I ordered the fish and chips and had an apple crumble for dessert. The Fish and Chips were delicious, it comes with peas as well. The fish was amazing it was soft but not too mushy and the chips were very tasty too. The apple crumble was very good it came with hot vanilla custard that mixed perfectly with the apple. Overall my experience at the World's End was very enjoyable and I would eat there again the next time I am in Edinburgh. I would recommend it to anyone in town. read more

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Stopped in while on holiday. Noted that this is a corporate owned pub and many people will have a stigma about that; however, the people make this place. What an awesome staff; particularly Scott, Blair and Alex, that made us feel at home and part of the family. We had an awesome time eating, drinking, making friends and telling stories. Isn't that what a pub is all about? I had the fish and chips which was good. I'd recommend anybody to stop in and say hello. read more

I had to stop here during my first week in the UK for the fish and chips and just to say I've been to the World's End! This was the first "real" fish and chips I had ever had and now I can never go back to what they try to pass off in the US. I've been spoiled now. You get one huge piece of fish. The breading was crisp and perfectly flaky, a thing of dreams really. Every time I see fish and chips on a menu somewhere now, this is what I fantasize about, and nothing has ever lived up to the expectations this set. read more

Wanted to get some fish and chips and this place did not disappoint. Had a couple of pints of the local brew and dinner was perfect. However, the pub was tiny. So, expect a long wait. read more

Pretty standard pub fare and atmosphere. The staff was really friendly and this is a good place to grab a pint and a bite.

Maybe it is the New Yorker in me, but service here is amazingly patient even on a busy Sunday night. The server definitely made sure we are comfy and in good spirit as he cracked jokes on our demands. The big fish and chips were crispy and flaky that we ordered one more thsn we intended. The steak and ale pie could use some more time but was very rich with a velvety crust. The absolute must is the pimms cup! read more