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72-78 St Stephen St, Edinburgh, EH3 5AQ, United Kingdom · Pub, Gastropub, Bar · Stockbridge

A cosy Edinburgh pub-bar with genuinely strong food, especially roasts, pies, burgers, and fish and chips, but it can be a bit hit-or-miss on service, comfort, and noise depending on the night.

Our take

The Antiquary Bar delivers very good food quality anchored by roasts, pies, and fish and chips that earn consistent praise, with service that feels warm and attentive in recent visits. Strong consistency across core pub dishes and genuine neighborhood loyalty keep it reliably excellent, though the charming but unpretentious setting and occasional service variability prevent it from reaching the very top tier.

One caveat: A minority of reviews mention rude, inattentive, or simply disappointing service.

Standout dishes

• Sunday roast / roast pheasant
• Venison pie / cow pie
• Fish and chips

What people love

• The feeling of walking into a proper old-school pub with warmth and personality
• Roasts and game dishes that taste hearty, seasonal, and well-cooked
• Portions that leave people feeling they got their money’s worth

Opening Hours

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