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Tolbooth Tavern, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Tolbooth Tavern

4.6
4.6
216 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
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 216 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseEnergetic

216 Reviews
  1. 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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  2. Emily

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing super friendly and always engaged. Very quick at serving food which also tastes amazing for the decent price that was presented. The vegetarian starter haggis was some of the best food I’ve had in Edinburgh so far and I know I’ll miss it when I go back home.

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  3. Jürgen

    Hamburg

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been there several times and always superfood and service

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  4. Cherilynn

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, great food, terrific ambiance! Excellent location right on the Royal Mile.

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  5. Linzi

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here did not disappoint. I visited with my mother before we went to the Military Tattoo and so glad we did. I had the steak pie and it was so tasty it brought back memories of my granny’s steak pie, real home made! My mother had the fish and chips and said it was super fresh and the batter was light and crispy. The ambience was great and it is a lovely little pub. The only thing was due to it being the festival there was a lot of standing pub goers right next to our table while we were eating but that’s not really the pub/kitchens fault. It’s nice to see the place busy and thriving.

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  6. Lesley

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place to eat, clean, great food and choice, staff really friendly and good for price too. Will definitely be back.

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  7. Nancy

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Reservations highly recommended if you go in August during Festival/Fringe time.

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  8. Craig

    Edinburgh

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service. Great food. Well worth a visit!

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  9. Paul

    Charleston

    44 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 8 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was ok, nothing special. Thought there would be more of a festive atmosphere than what we experienced.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience visiting here during our trip to Edinburgh!

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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 4.6 stars by 216 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.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 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
Gift card

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