Welcome to The Abbey whisky bar, situated in Edinburgh, a short walk from the Meadows and just 1.5 miles from the city centre. Our specialty is whisky, traditional ales and fresh Scottish fayre. There are plenty of reasons to visit us - with over 400 whiskies we are one of the 'Whisky Bars of Edinburgh' and run various whisky tasting events (just contact us for details).
We have been awarded a Certificate of Excellence on TripAdvisor. We have been awarded the Cask Marque, which is an award for pubs which serve great quality cask ale. We have been voted as one of the Top 10 Best Whisky Bars in Edinburgh by This Is Edinburgh - the official guide to Edinburgh.
We have been awarded a Certificate of Excellence on TripAdvisor. We have been awarded the Cask Marque, which is an award for pubs which serve great quality cask ale. We have been voted as one of the Top 10 Best Whisky Bars in Edinburgh by This Is Edinburgh - the official guide to Edinburgh.
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To buy a gift voucher get in touch with email info@abbeybar.co.uk, message us, call us 0131 6684862 or call in to see us with the details. We can take payment over the phone and post it out to you or you can collect. A warm welcome awaits you at The Abbey, a family run pub, where you'll get a real slice of Edinburgh life.
If you have a few bottles of whisky gathering dust at home that you think you might like to sell, bring them in to The Abbey and our in-house Whisky expert will have a look at them free of charge. Contact us on info@abbeybar.co.uk for more information. A warm welcome awaits you at The Abbey, a family run pub, where you'll get a real slice of Edinburgh life.
Reviews (20)
Michelle Proudfoot
Jan 28, 2022
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The only reason not giving it 5 stars was after waiting 25mins for food and seeing others served after arriving after ourselves our order was forgotten to be placed..we did get our first drinks free for this mistake so all forgotten about. When the food arrived it was presented beautifully and OMG tasted amazing..so much so we have booked another table for Sunday dinner..Can't wait to taste this amazing food again.
Simon Hill
Dec 17, 2021
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Dont be put off by the outward apperance... this isnt a typical high street pub.... it looks like your typical "local" but the food here is second to none.
We ate hear 2 nights (1st & last) of our 3 night stay, quality is right up there portion size is great and value for money fantastic (£42 for 2 mains, 2 desserts & 4 alcoholic drinks).
The staff are fantastic and accomodated our changes to menu items with no problems.
Karen is attentative & friendly (as are all staff) and seems genuinely interested in giving fantastic customer service.
"THE ABBEY" has a friendly atmosphere and seems to
We ate hear 2 nights (1st & last) of our 3 night stay, quality is right up there portion size is great and value for money fantastic (£42 for 2 mains, 2 desserts & 4 alcoholic drinks).
The staff are fantastic and accomodated our changes to menu items with no problems.
Karen is attentative & friendly (as are all staff) and seems genuinely interested in giving fantastic customer service.
"THE ABBEY" has a friendly atmosphere and seems to
Ben Gandais
Nov 27, 2021
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Chris Dodsworth
Oct 16, 2021
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Jay Caw
Oct 15, 2021
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Cara O.
Oct 11, 2021
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Desperately tried to find a "contact us" link on the web page so that I could share my thoughts privately. But, since I couldn't find that, here goes:
98% of our experience here was fab. The lads behind the bar were fantastic. Food was good. But there's a young dark hair lad that was pure rude to us. He got on great with the locals so I'm sure he's got some personality, unfortunately not every patron here will be local and his attitude will cost the business in their reviews.
98% of our experience here was fab. The lads behind the bar were fantastic. Food was good. But there's a young dark hair lad that was pure rude to us. He got on great with the locals so I'm sure he's got some personality, unfortunately not every patron here will be local and his attitude will cost the business in their reviews.
Ze Silva Pinto
Oct 09, 2021
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Gs Murtagh
Sep 11, 2021
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Janis Raibarts
Aug 28, 2021
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Antonieta Ponce De Leao
Jul 06, 2019
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The service at this place was amazing! Scottish people are the most friendly, but Karen was incredible!!! She was the best waiter 😊
I was sad that I was not able to taste the livers, but everything we had was amazing!!!
The food was great! We had pie, haggis, beef, nachos!
And sticky toffee pudim!
There is a great variety of scotch whisky but also Irish whiskey and from other places!
And a variety of beers!
I was sad that I was not able to taste the livers, but everything we had was amazing!!!
The food was great! We had pie, haggis, beef, nachos!
And sticky toffee pudim!
There is a great variety of scotch whisky but also Irish whiskey and from other places!
And a variety of beers!
Corky P.
Oct 06, 2018
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Jeka M.
Aug 17, 2016
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Steve C.
Aug 04, 2016
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Came in after a hike to Arthur's seat. My wife need to use the restroom and I notice the many types of beer they have on tap so we I order a drink which was much cheaper than getting it on prince street. My wife wanted some snacks so we order the ribs and mushrooms. They were both good and cheap. I had another beer and both were quite good. The place looks like a regular British type pub. The service was good and friendly. I would come back again if I get the chance. The burger that pass me lol really good.
Ian G.
Feb 02, 2016
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Very welcoming traditional pub in the Newington district of south Edinburgh. Nice atmosphere in comfortable surroundings with tv screens for the sport. Bar staff are very approachable and friendly, and also knowledgeable about the large selection of whiskys available, This pub does in fact advertise itself as a 'whisky bar'. The beers are reasonably priced, and quality food is available from breakfast time onwards, at a competitive price. Clientele is very mixed, ranging from locals through students to tourists. Well worth a visit if you are in the Newington area.
Matthew K.
Jul 08, 2015
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Dylan B.
Jun 25, 2014
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David S.
Feb 18, 2014
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A traditional pub, with traditional pub cliental (older gentlemen looking at TV screens), The Abbey supplies a decent range of beers and spirits at very reasonable prices. The staff are friendly and fairly efficient, managing to deal well with busy friday pay day lunches or crowds of pub quiz goers.
The menu offered sticks more or less to the pub classics, but they are well done. I have eaten here a few times and while the presentation isn't the best the food is heart, filling and tasty.
The Abbey is an old style pub, with good prices and a decent menu, all in all it is a decent choice for
The menu offered sticks more or less to the pub classics, but they are well done. I have eaten here a few times and while the presentation isn't the best the food is heart, filling and tasty.
The Abbey is an old style pub, with good prices and a decent menu, all in all it is a decent choice for
Robert L.
Jul 26, 2010
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I've only ever been to The Abbey on the one occasion, but then again the whole place failed to make a very positive impression on me. The pub itself is nice enough, though the shape of the bar can make things a bit cramped in here despite the fact that it is a fairly large pub.
My reason for coming here was because the Crags was showing the United game and we wanted to see the Arsenal game so at half time we left the Crags searching for a pub showing the latter game. The only pub we could reach in the half time break was this pub as they were showing both games here (which does count in
My reason for coming here was because the Crags was showing the United game and we wanted to see the Arsenal game so at half time we left the Crags searching for a pub showing the latter game. The only pub we could reach in the half time break was this pub as they were showing both games here (which does count in
Lauren G.
Jul 02, 2010
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The Abbey is located in the Newington area of Edinburgh, really close to the University, the student halls of residence and the Meadows so it should be really popular with the students. It's not.
It is your typical average old man pub, with sleazy drunken men leering and jeering at every girl who walks in - not inviting. Inside The Abbey is really run down, with stains on the chairs and carpets and the floor is really sticky.
The only redeeming feature of The Abbey is the menu. It serves full English breakfasts for under five pounds, a wide selection of burgers and main meals for around
It is your typical average old man pub, with sleazy drunken men leering and jeering at every girl who walks in - not inviting. Inside The Abbey is really run down, with stains on the chairs and carpets and the floor is really sticky.
The only redeeming feature of The Abbey is the menu. It serves full English breakfasts for under five pounds, a wide selection of burgers and main meals for around
Jonathan M.
Apr 20, 2010
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I like pubs that would generally be classified as 'old men pubs' - I like thier quiet atmospheres, a place where conversations can be had over a pint of ale brewed in a farmers back yard.
The Abbey is an 'old man pub'. However, its far from the idealised serenity of the type I enjoy during lazy sunday afternoons.
The bar itself is looking a bit scabby, and after the smoking ban stopped all smoking in pubs over Scotland, this place has had its tabacco smoke stench replaced by the smell of stale been and sweat. Yum.
The Abbey has absolutly none of that charm mentioned as a
The Abbey is an 'old man pub'. However, its far from the idealised serenity of the type I enjoy during lazy sunday afternoons.
The bar itself is looking a bit scabby, and after the smoking ban stopped all smoking in pubs over Scotland, this place has had its tabacco smoke stench replaced by the smell of stale been and sweat. Yum.
The Abbey has absolutly none of that charm mentioned as a
