Arcade Bar in Edinburgh, City of

The selection of whisky is great and the food was alright but felt it was way overpriced for the quality we received. We were also charged £8 twice for one portion of the haggis bon bons (apparently this is some kind of a service charge, ridiculous we had to pay double for one small dish) Seems like a tourist trap to be honest and I don't think we will be back. There are so many better bars with more reasonable prices and better service.

The best waffle I've ever eaten, truly delicious

It was good experience at this establishment to try Haggis as it is one of the oldest restaurants serving Haggis. We wanted to try Haggis and traveled 45 minutes to get there. Beautiful town and its location remind me of my home country, hilly and homely(Like in British English not American one). I recommend this place if you love to try Haggis and Scottish drinks. The waiter was from New York and very friendly. He always made sure we had plenty of free jaf of water with lemon and fruits in it. I loved this place immensely.

We came here after a friend's recommendation, how wonderful it was, I had the Robert Burn’s famous haggis. I've not stopped talking about it all day, just so tasty. The whiskey sauce made it. Totally recommend this to everyone.

Wonderful service 👏 fantastic setting and amazing haggis topped off with whisky sauce, we found it a much better experience than the packed pubs

We went here based on reviews but we were very disappointed. We wanted drinks only so were directed upstairs where one other couple were eating. There was no staff there so we sat ourselves. When staff did appear, we were asked to move to different table in case they got busy. The drinks were overpriced. We got up to leave and staff made sarcastic comments as we left. Would not recommend to anyone

Ordered the Steak and Ale Pie myself which was wholesome and very hearty. Wife’s ordered the Haggis with Whiskey Sauce which was if not better than mine. Good beers on tap, although we didn’t taste any Whiskeys I can imagine they gave a stellar selection. With the combination of traditional Scottish food and drink this is the perfect place I would recommend to tourists.

I tried Haggis for the first time and it was a unique experience! It's an exotic dish and different from anything I've ever tried, but I was surprised by the flavor, which I found delicious. Plus, it's super filling and left me feeling full quickly. It’s really worth it for those who like to venture into gastronomy!

We saved this spot for last, in the hopes of being able to compare the “best haggis in town” to the other options. I was not disappointed. The serving is on the larger side, so while this haggis is 20 pounds (compared to ~15 anywhere else), and you have to pay for the whiskey sauce (seriously?!) you are certainly getting your money’s worth. Come with an empty stomach, and you will likely not be disappointed by what I would call the best haggis of my trip to Edinburgh!

really great vibes loved the place! tomas was really lovely and provided us with great service

Tomas was amazing with our group really knowledgeable and good chat too!

Llegamos al Arcade con 12 personas de la nada y nos encontramos con Lucas y sus colegas. Fueron muy profesionales y diligentes en conseguir que nos ordenaron con bebidas y entrantes antes de la cena. Lucas hizo algunas recomendaciones geniales! Nos mudamos arriba y el gran servicio, comidas y whisky continuó. Recomiendo encarecidamente probar este lugar. Gran ambiente, excelente ubicación, personal increíble y fantásticas comidas y bebidas.

Great food, lively atmosphere, and friendly staff make this a top spot for haggis lovers. Though it can be a bit expensive, the overall experience is worth it for a delicious and cozy meal.

Organizamos una reunión con amigos que recomendaron este lugar. Entramos y nos dieron una mesa en la planta baja, que era genial. Normalmente no es un bebedor de whisky, pero obviamente se especializa en whiskys que probamos el "whisky de la semana. " Con una pizca de agua, esto sabía increíble. Luego, a la comida, tenía que ser haggis en una salsa de whisky. El camarero era muy atento y capaz de abordar las necesidades dietéticas de nuestros amigos. Cuando la comida llegó se veía fantástico y una porción tan generosa de 3 niveles de comida. Fue extremadamente lleno, ya que no solo había una porción generosa de haggis, sino también porciones decentes de neeps y tetas. La salsa le da un sabor rico. Después de un breve descanso (y otro whisky de la semana) mi esposa y yo compartimos un postre de cranachan. Esto fue increíble, aunque con la cantidad de crema como ataque al corazón en una página, pero de una manera agradable. Sin duda volveré.

If you want to enjoy Scotland traditional food, you should visit his restaurant as we were. We tried Princess Diana's haggis, it was warm and had a smoothing taste. Unfortunately it was not my cup of the, Anyway thank you for the reasonable waiter when we were confused about what to order!

Excellent haggis with whiskey sauce, very quick service and no rush to move you out for the next customer

Fish and Chips were really great. I think it's one of the top things I've eaten in the UK! It was nice to be able to try a Scottish food called Haggis. I had the dish named after Princess Diana, and the mushroom sauce that came with it was amazing. The atmosphere was nice and suited well to Edinburgh. Gundeng!! Yongjinengseong, I almost used banggangjing!! Haha, GupaunㄴBack bag Banggangjing Ssungulanghaum! Ttangjideongning HyeongeumㅁEunglong Banggangjing Danghang as much as stone!!

Lovely place, great staff and tasty food. Highly recommended.

Great haggies! Great fish & chips! We feel that the cuisine is top notch, the atmosphere is warm. A must-see in Edinburgh!

Absolutely great venue, great food, definitely try the cappuccino vodka. This was a recommendation made by the barmaid and wow it was nice

It was an unforgettable experience visited Arcade Bar! This little gem has a charming, cozy atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious – the haggis was prepared to perfection and the rest of the menu offered fantastic flavors. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, adding to the welcoming feel of the place. And, of course, the whisky selection was impressive! Can’t wait to return!

Great Atmosphere 🤗 Very nice and professional service (Specific knowledge about the dishes and drinks served)🙏 A huge thank you to the Kitchen for the wonderfully presented and impeccably tasty Haggis ❤️‍🔥 Mrs. Ania, please continue on the same path, I'm spreading the word and we will definitely come back to you more than once with my wife 👋 Thank you very much 🥰 Super Klimat 🤗 Przemiła i Profesjonalna Obsługa (Konkretna wiedza na temat serwowanych dań i podawanych drinków )🙏 Ogromne podziękowania dla Kuchni za wspaniałe zaprezentowane i nieskazitelnie smaczne Haggis ❤️‍🔥 Pani Aniu proszę iść dalej Tą samą drogą , puszczam wieści w świat i jeszcze napewno nie raz wrócimy do Was z Moją Żoną 👋 Dziękujemy Bardzo 🥰

We really enjoyed our ev Evening meal here, menu was not too big. The service was great and the meals also very good. High recommended.

Great atmosphere 🤗 Very nice and professional service (Specific knowledge about the dishes and drinks served)🙏 A huge thank you to the Kitchen for the wonderfully presented and impeccably tasty Haggis ❤️‍🔥 Mrs. Ania, please continue along the same path, I'm spreading the news to the world and my wife and I will definitely come back to you again 👋 Thank you very much 🥰 (Great Atmosphere 🤗 Very nice and professional service (Specific knowledge about the dishes and drinks served)🙏 A huge thank you to the Kitchen for the wonderfully presented and impeccably tasty Haggis ❤️‍🔥 Mrs. Ania, please continue on the same path, I'm spreading the word and we will definitely come back to you more than once with my wife 👋 Thank you very much 🥰 )

Mientras que hacen lo que parecía increíble tres - haggis escalonados en su lugar optamos por la hamburguesa que también vale la pena tomar! No sabía que era posible que la carne se derritiera en tu boca, pero encontraron una manera. Sin duda recomendaría una visita!

We didn’t have a chance to order. Because the waiter was so busy to chat someone. I hope the place can fix that.

Nice place and friendly staff. We dined on fish and chips, whiskey haggis, cheese burgers, meat humbergers. All very good and generous portions. If you have minors you must finish and leave by 9pm (Scotland laws). Advised!

Absolutely amazing. American tourist here and had a fantastic introduction to whisky and haggis! Great beers on tap too! Our server was fantastic and friendly. Made us feel very welcome. We came back not three days later before we left back to America. Will be coming back when we travel back here!

We had the most incredible meal at Arcade bar. The haggis was exceptional, and the flavours have thoughtfully been put together to create a fantastic menu. The staff (Sebastian and Marta) added a whole level of fun to create a wonderful atmosphere. We would highly recommend!

Despite a few recommendations, our experience at this establishment was a total fiasco. Tasteless beer (half of the menu not available) and billing for two pints when we had ordered two half pints - hello trust Haggis served in a minute, certainly prepared in advance and worse than we could eat in Scotland They pride themselves on serving the best haggis in Edinburgh but after this experience, we can afford to doubt it. Service not up to par Next time we will move on.

Food, No doubt on the haggis with whiskey sauce. Presentable and looks appetizing. Service, plenty of rooms to improved

Wonderful cuisine. Tasty. Nice beers Lots of good whisky

Lucas and Pauline behind the bar made the experience a huge range of vodka to try and great recommendations from the staff

I don’t understand how this place has such high ratings? We went thinking it would be good based on reviews but honestly it felt like a tourist trap. We went out searching for good haggis and an authentic Scottish experience, and this was anything but that. The restaurant played annoyingly loud dance music, the decor was confusing and run down, and worse-the food was gross. Very salty, not presented nice, and felt like it had just been warmed up in a microwave. I would avoid this place. Overall the place felt like a gimmick .

We ate the Robert Burns dinner, haggis with turnip greens and mashed potatoes. Plus a very tasty whiskey sauce. Be sure to try the haggis, it's so delicious

Perfect food. Very tasty haggis, a decent portion. Even if it's not a bargain, it's really worth it.

Delicious food. Very nice decor. The service was good until it was 9:30 p.m. and the waiter made us understand several times that it would be good to leave even though closing at 11 p.m. was announced on the site.

Haggis was good, but a bit overpriced, and the beer was flat. The Diana sauce was excellent. Optional service charge was included in bill, but was still asked for tips.

The food and drinks were amazing and the service was great.

I love this pub, and above all you can eat an excellent Haggis!!

Very nice place, the Haggis with Whiskey sauce are very delicious, they are worth it, the Fish an Chips are delicious and that never disappoints, but if you want to eat Haggies this is the place, very comfortable atmosphere to have a beer and a Whiskey.

El lugar es pequeño no ruidoso y muy bien ambientado, cenamos haggis, carne Angus (estofada) y cordero, todo muy rico pero nada más. Sin alcohol ni postre pagamos 110 u$s para tres personas, es lo más caro que pagamos en Reino Unido.

Get experience, wonderfully crafted old fashion, large portion of delicious bruschetta and really good smoked salmon bites. Cool vibes, friendly staff, a definite must try.

We had the best experience tonight. It was our last night in town and our friend recommended this restaurant. It did not disappoint. Not only was the Haggis (princess Diana) dish amazing but more so the service by Lucas was inpeccable! He was so kind and made our dining experience so special! Super grateful to have had the opportunity to eat here and try Haggis for the first time. Cheers!

We mainly came here for a whisky tasting, as some of the other options nearby either weren't open or seemed full. We were glad we did. They have several flights available of six different whiskys or you can get a selection from the numerous whiskys they have if you don't want that many or want to pay less. The service from both people there was friendly and they were excellent at explaining a bit to us in addition to the notes on the whisky list. We had some light food with it and it was also good although we did not have a full meal. As mentioned the service was excellent. By the time we left, I think it was quiet time in mid afternoon and a new person was minding it who seemed less engaged (but fine). Perhaps those who experienced less attention than us may have been unlucky in that way? Anyway we enjoyed the experience!

Go for it! Come here, try the haggis, have some drinks. You won't regret it.

The Haggis we tried was delicious. Great atmosphere and attention.

First time tasting haggis and really enjoyed it. Had some spiciness to it and the whiskey souce was especially tasty. Fast and polite service. Interesting beer assortment.

Coke diluted with water (min. 50-70% water). Nachos weren't 5 in a row, almost just fragments and crumbs.

A very atmospheric place where you can try wonderfully served Haggis and a wide selection for whiskey fans.

Very tasty haggis and very friendly staff. Gladly again

One of the most coziest places you can find , thr food was very tasty , here we had our 1st experience with Haggis and it was more than we could have hoped for. Also the english tea is a must try for any tea lovers , for its flavour and to complete the culinary experience!

Not a very welcoming place, but the food was good.

Unfortunately we arrived with a very good recommendation of the place but a terrible experience. The service is totally poor, the waiter was serving nine tables and the bar at the same time, so it was impossible for him to have control of everything, it took him more than 15 minutes to even come to take our drink order, not to mention Later on the food, the guy seemed disastrous, a little fed up so he didn't serve us very willingly, the drinks were terrible; soft drink and flat beer, the food was not bad at all in the end, however we are invited NOT to return and NOT to recommend this place, the service is always an invitation to return which unfortunately in this case was not present.

Très joli petit restaurant qui sert un haggis absolument délicieux. L’accueil est sympathique. Nous avons été déçue par les bières mais peut être avons nous fait un mauvais choix…très fréquenté par les touristes, effectivement, mais il y avait quand même quelques écossais. De toutes façons, il ne faut pas louper ce haggis.

Expected more from the "famous" haggis and Arcade. Haggis was sticky and neeps was hardly there, fish was slightly overcooked, chips undercooked, beer was flat, music was generic pop and too loud.

Good haggis, the friendly waitress, however the manager was deplorable with the other customers. The atmosphere is not great and no heating, a shame for the month of September.

Very good haggis, good presentation! Quickly served. Nice people. I recommend!

Very well located place and very good atmosphere. The haggis was excellent but a little pricey. To have 5 stars the waiters would have to smile and be more welcoming...

Mediocre haggis, I've had better. There is no Wi-Fi and they do not accept cash. Furthermore, I paid more than the price of the dishes displayed on the menu.

The haggis and service were both great!

Charming personnel. Incredible food. We tried haggis and fish&chips. Both dishes were very good. I didn't like the interior though, so I am taking 1 star down for atmosphere.

They have Schweppes Slimline! It's actually hard to find considering it's the only sugarfree tonic, so I was so happy that's what they use. Also, the haggis was great and the staff was lovely!

Polish service, great Huggis, best whiskey selection in town

We ordered basic and fancy whisky tour. each has 6 different type of region whisky. They just bring your drinks to your table and left short explanation menu.

I, who wanted to taste the Haggis, was not disappointed. Really impeccable service and cuisine. I recommend it to you, don’t hesitate 👍

Amazing food and better hosts Olah and Sebastian, would be coming back for sure :)

First time in Edinburgh and a random google search made me come here and what a great decision it turned out ti be. Fantastic food, fantastic drinks and the best part was Ola and Sebastian such great hosts and made us feel really welcome

Food and service was decent enough. Was mainly annoyed that we were asked to add a tip despite service already being included on the bill. When we questioned this we were told the service on the bill went straight to the company and kitchen and we needed to tip again if we wanted the servers to receive anything. Service charge should be there to reward good service, not to further line the pockets of the owners!

Fantastic food, great haggis, all food served well flavoured. We really enjoyed our food here, service also good and it was very busy.

Located just off the Royal Mile this lovely corner pub with great atmosphere is a Haggis & whiskey bar. Tried the”Best Haggis in Edinburgh” with the whiskey sauce. It was amazing & delicious with the right portions of neets & tats with the haggis. The whiskey sauce is luxurious. Great meal

En general nos gustó el local, pero no por igual la comida: el hagis bueno, una beterrada correcta y el snack de salmón ahumado escaso para el precio. El postre q pedimos fue el plato de quesos escoceses muy caro para literalmente 3 trozos de queso y ninguno merecen mención especial.

Went there last night, really excited about having some haggis whilst on a short work visit to Edinburgh! I have to say that unfortunately the experience was ruined by the lady waiter working upstairs. Terrible attitude, her energy was completely off. On top of that she kept smashing, banging stuff really loudly behind the bar next to the dining guests which basically just added to the charged atmosphere she managed to create. The haggis was good to be fair, but the service plays an integral part of the experience and this was hands down the worse service I had in a while.

Delicious haggis and nice atmosphere to sit in. But you have to be really hungry for the haggis portion. Beer (ale) is also very drinkable. The male waiter was nice and the haggis was served within minutes. Only the blonde lady in the service/counter was a bit taciturn and not very customer-oriented, unfortunately.

1st day in Scotland. Google search for “best Haggies” and hey, we’ll give it a try. Honestly, it was excellent! What's more, the waitress and waiter are smiling and friendly. I recommend with your eyes closed. (NB: and since we went there for the Haggies, I won't talk about the choice between more than 90 whiskeys!!!)

Rude waiter and decent food...will not be returning

Best haggis I've ever eaten! Great portion and definitely worth trying. The service and atmosphere are amazing. One of my favorite places in Edinburgh!

We are so lucky that there was a table for us when we walked in. Our waiter Sebastian really made us feel welcome and comfortable, and were delighted to guide us through the meny. Food was both well presented and delicious, and there was never a lack of a drink. A hearty experience we will not forget!

Not sure if it’s the best haggis as they claim but it was clearly a great one! We had a lovely dinner with some whiskeys. Definitely worth it.

I absolutely loved the charm of this place! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. I tried haggis for the first time, and it was delicious—definitely exceeded my expectations. Even though a reservation is usually required, we were lucky to get a table right away. After discussing our general preferences, the waiter recommended a whiskey, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. Overall, a wonderful experience with great food, drinks, and service!

I visited the restaurant because it presented itself as traditional Scottish, but I was disappointed with the food. The taste didn't appeal to me and may not be what you expect if you're looking for an authentic Scottish experience. The staff were attentive, but the price is high for what they offer. Although the portions are generous, the quality and flavor leave something to be desired. Maybe not the best choice for those looking for a traditional meal.

The best haggis than I eat in Edinburgh

« Best in town » like they said

Alliance of traditional and contemporary cuisine which works wonderfully in this place! Adorable waiter

Nice place but unfortunately I didn't have a whiskey expert as "sold"

I just had a frustrating experience at this place yesterday. It may have been bad luck, as one member of staff seemed "not in it", and one was extremely rude. First, a man with an American/Canadian accent greeted me and, despite being a bit over-the-top, seemed nice. I ordered haggis nachos to go, and a coffee to drink in. He told me to grab a table. He was about to charge me for both (implying he would serve me the coffee and nachos), but he was "summoned" to the kitchen, so off he went. Meanwhile, I sat at a two-seater table with my things. Another staff member rudely told me to move to the bar because I was only going to drink coffee, and my food was for take away so I can't seat on the table even though there were plenty of available tables. Annoyed, picked up my stuff on the floor and I moved. The American guy returned with my nachos and asked if I still wanted the coffee, even though he was supposed to make it earlier and I patiently waited for it whilst he went to the kitchen, and I moved to the bar after sitting comfortably at a table, only to be asked if I still wanted the coffee. There was so much back and forth about whether he could make my coffee. So much unnecessary hassle! When I’d had enough and said, 'You’re making it too complicated, so I'd leave the coffee for now, his response was, 'I could still make it for you, BUT…' I was screaming on the inside, thinking, 'Dude, just make the damn coffee already!' But I politely said, 'Nevermind.' But then, to OUR surprise there was a coffee already sitting coldly in the corner that was supposed to be for me made by the other staff but forgot to give it to me because he was so busy asking me to move. I could have had it whilst the other staff was in the kitchen?!! Honestly, what a chaos! The American staff said he wasn’t sure if I still wanted coffee because nachos get soggy. Yes, I’m aware! I wasn’t showing the slightest doubt about whether I’d still drink coffee, even if my nachos were for takeaway. Why was he making decisions for me? He was huffing and puffing while taking my payment after I expressed how frustrating my experience was. Didn’t even hand me cutleries. I had to ask somewhere else for cutlery so I could eat on the train." I thought Anna was known to be strict in her selection process of employees.

Great looking place inside very quirky, food excellent, went in for haggis experience, definitely got that, drinks and service great to.

it was the perfect dinner for our last night in Edinburgh ☺️ they were super kind and we really enjoyed our time

I ate haggis for the first time here. It was wonderful, very rich and dense but delicious

A very pleasant first night experience in Edinburgh. You can call me”Ned” was a wonderful host.

The a-b-s-o-l-u-t b-e-s-t-e Haggis we ever got. A must for every connoisseur! Scotland at its best!

Four of us (a family with two children) went in at 6pm to have a drink but they sent us away, probably because it was approaching dinner time (sic!). Not very friendly. We'll try again (maybe).

Excellent haggis, very kind barman

Second time here, we came a year ago and had the haggis which was incredible. In town again and wanted to come again, had the fish cakes and deconstructed pie, very basic and boring and frozen vegetables? Paying premium we expect the best. I had a glass of wine that was mediocre nothing like last time. This is the place to come for the haggis and that is it. Service was luke warm and we did not feel comfortable. Sadly I would not return a third time. Good luck

We had a great time here. The food was excellent, the service exceptional, and the friendliness top-drawer. We loved it so much that we came back for a second night!

Unfortunately the food wasn't all that we'd hoped. It's ok for a filling meal, but as tasty as it could be. Also, while the old armchairs add a nice quirky touch, they are badly in need of reupholstering on the seat and extremely uncomfortable and not the best for anyone with a bad back.

Good service and friendly staff. We tried haggis and fish and ships. Both were very tasty. I loved the ginger beer Crabbies.

The haggis was very good although a little too spicy but accompanied by 50 cl of cider, it was OK. The staff is welcoming and caring. The bill of 80 euros including tip is a little high for 2 dishes and 2 drinks. But once in a while...

A place not to be missed to taste delicious haggies! With whiskey sauce of course. It's very spicy, in mince, burgers, or with chicken! The fish cakes and Scottish salmon are also worth trying. A good address in short!

We stopped here to eat haggis. A warm welcome from the attentive staff. We bought Huggies balls and towers. The soup of the day was pepper soup, it was very delicious, but the bread with it was a little stale. The portions are quite satisfying. Stop by here.