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Tolbooth Tavern, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Tolbooth Tavern

4.5
4.5
225 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Built in 1591, the Tolbooth Tavern in Edinburgh was formerly part of the original Canongate Tolbooth. This medieval building was used to divide the Royal Burgh of Edinburgh and Canongate.

The Tolbooth Tavern is a cosy traditional Scottish pub full of character and charm. The small exterior gives way to a spacious bar and mezzanine dining area. It boasts a fantastic spot along the Royal Mile.

Serving hearty home-cooked Scottish fayre using locally sourced produce, we are sure to keep you full before a full day on the tourist trail or join us for an evening exploring our fine whisky collection.

Our house favourites include Cullen skink, Tolbooth burgers, freshly landed Scottish fish n chips and our Tolbooth steak and sausage pie.

If you want to embrace dark history and immerse yourself in a spooky atmosphere, The Tolbooth Tavern is a must visit whilst in Edinburgh.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    0131 557 1333
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Our team will look after you
  • Catering
    All of our produce is locally sourced and home cooked including Scottish classics that you are sure to enjoy after a busy day sightseeing.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a fabulous mezzanine area, ideal for semi-private events
  • Area
    Old Town
  • Cross Street
    Centrally located on the Canongate towards the bottom of the Royal Mile
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is limited on-street parking and pay parking nearby. <br /><br />Waverley Train Station and the tram line are just a 10-minute walk away as well as an abundance of local visitor attractions.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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What 225 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

225 Reviews
  1. Denise

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful ambience. Seated immediately. Food was good but not exceptional, we thought. Service was a little lacking, as they were very busy.

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  2. Mark

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a brilliant meal at the Tolbooth Tavern. The food was delicious, Cullen Skink was amazing but the serving was a bit small for the price! Service was good! Staff were friendly! Thanks!

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  3. Susan

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was really looking forward to visiting the Tolbooth tavern. Never again. The food was appalling. Service ok. We both had the steak pie. Veg hadn’t seen a pan. Chips were just cooked . Plenty of meat in the pie. But overall a very disappointing experience.

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  4. Maria Rosa

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Buena atención y amabilidad, ambiente agradable, disfrutamos de la comida y la bebida, muy recomendable

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  5. Mark

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Tolbooth Tavern is both historic and serves great food. Make a reservation. You’ll have a great time.

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  6. Julie

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Les bonbon haggis sont incroyablement bon, les Burger aussi!!!!

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  7. Anil

    Memphis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice atmosphere, very good food, very courteous staff and value for meal was great. If service could have been more prompt it would have been a spectacular night. Loved the location on Royal Mile.

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  8. Melinda

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the bar and dinner. Staff was very personable and food was great. Didn’t feel “touristy” even though it’s a tourist location.

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  9. Rebecca

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner, good sampling of Whiskey, and to die for Sticky Toffee Pudding.

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  10. Lanna

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Really cool place. Our server was completely uninterested in offering suggestions or appearing to enjoy his job (maybe it was just us?). The food was OK.

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FAQs

Tolbooth Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0131 557 1333.

Tolbooth Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 225 OpenTable diners.

Tolbooth Tavern does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tolbooth Tavern

167 Canongate, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH8 8BN

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Centrally located on the Canongate towards the bottom of the Royal Mile
  • Area
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is limited on-street parking and pay parking nearby. Waverley Train Station and the tram line are just a 10-minute walk away as well as an abundance of local visitor attractions.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Our team will look after you
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    0131 557 1333
  • Catering
    All of our produce is locally sourced and home cooked including Scottish classics that you are sure to enjoy after a busy day sightseeing.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a fabulous mezzanine area, ideal for semi-private events
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