Lively Leith Walk pub with friendly bartenders, quality beers, quirky decor, and order-in pizza; great vibe but occasional management-related service conflicts.
The Joker And The Thief delivers solid neighborhood pub performance through genuinely friendly bartenders and knowledgeable whisky guidance, supported by reliable execution and quirky, memorable decor. Beer quality and pizza from Origano meet expectations without distinction. Occasional management friction and off-site pizza delays prevent higher standing, but the pub competes well with respected local favorites for casual, convivial drinking.
One caveat: Management conflicts reported by several guests, including ejections and heated exchanges