Howies Victoria in Edinburgh, City of

Delicious sandwiches filled with juicy, flavourful pork. I recommend the medium sized bun with sage+onion and apple sauce (homemade chilli jam is nice too). Don't let the long queue turn you away - the staff are incredibly quick and good at their job. Be warned, it's a tiny shop and you probably won't get a place to sit.

Very, very rich!!! It's more for takeout since the place is small.

Great pork sandwiches. You can make combinations of flavors and sizes. With the big one you stay hot.

Very tasty pulled pork. Definitely try it.

A very original EXPERIENCE with excellent flavor!

The taste of the whole barbecue burger is violent. Although it is special, the oily taste seems to be enough to experience once.

A little difficult to understand the craze around this fast food. A medium is clearly not enough to satisfy a little hunger but in addition from a flavor point of view we are really not there. I'm still giving it two stars because if you're in a hurry it might do the trick, but otherwise move on.

If you are in Edinburgh and don't want to waste time eating, this is your place. We ordered the traditional sandwich with apple sauce and it was very good, the meat was very juicy. Perfect quality price.

Dish: Pork chanwis, the only one in its classic format, according to the person who served us. Experience: Flat and many flavors. You have the cold and dry pork, the fucking haggis (which is actually what gives it flavor) and a sauce in there that gives it a sweet and sour touch. There are so many contrasts that it tastes like nothing or everything separately, depending on where you bite. — More fame than seasoning. Mame and cold bread. It is a tourist trap that you can avoid. It's not something you're going to come back for. Service: Fucking, crazy. I just came and went, no complaints. There are not as many people as you see on social networks. Location: In the very center of the chaos. Atmosphere: There isn't any, just a bunch of tourists and/or curious people like me, full of bags and souvenirs. Place: To enter and exit. You can eat there if you find the corner with tables free; It is to take away or to eat there. It's not for sitting in place. There is no photo of the food because it is worthless.

A street food experience, although we managed to sit inside. The meat is normal, no seasoning. I've chosen huggies and mustard mayonese. I had the feeling i could have eatne a lot more

Specialty in pork sandwich accompanied with different sauces and toppings to choose from. The large sandwich costs £10.50. It is strong and worth trying at the Victoria Street establishment

Ok for a quick bite to eat. They were out of haggis and Piglet-sized rolls by the late afternoon, so we had to go for an Oink-sized sage and onion. We were served fast, but the meat was cold, and it wasn’t worth it for the price. Nothing special, just a tourist trap.

To try and try again like we did. Tasty dish and the catering offer is also valid

The place is small but has stools that allow you to eat inside. The sandwich is good, the meat tasty. I recommend it for anyone who wants to eat something quick and without spending a lot!

Yesterday we went to Oink. We are tourists and we know English, but in tense moments we get blocked. We had heard very good about Oink and we wanted to try it. It was 12 o'clock and there were quite a few people. We already knew what to choose and when our turn came the saleswoman put a lot of pressure on us. He didn't treat us well at all, he made us look bad and talked rudely to us. At one point I asked him about the sauces that were on the sandwich (since they were exotic to me) and he told me to look at the signs. Everything was in English, there were a lot of people, I got nervous and blocked myself. We are from outside and we may not know the language well, but that is not done, especially in such a tourist area. If tourists come at a time when there are many people, it would be nice if there were pamphlets with the menu in other languages ​​at the entrance of the establishment.

Oink in Edinburgh is a great place to eat on the go. We enjoyed an absolutely delicious, tasty and well-filled pulled pork sandwich. The concept is simple, effective and the products are quality. Ideal for a quick but delicious break. Be careful, the place is small and often crowded, but the wait is well worth it! Better to take your sandwich and eat it near the castle

🙄Incredibly overrated. Maybe I went on a bad day? All the other reviews says flavourful… it was so bland and mediocre . Meat wasn’t juicy at all. And the meat wasn’t hot or warm, it was cold. Got the Oink, the meat to bun ratio was terrible, big bun, little meat. Paid for extra cracking, got 1 tiny piece, and why is crackling extra? Sage and onion stuffing, couldn’t even tell it was in there. You definitely tasted the apple sauce. So it was basically bread and apple sauce. And the customer service. The guy with the pink hair and piercings, bro barely looked at us. Asked him a question and you’d swear I asked him to cut his arm off. And it wasn’t even that busy. Overall I felt so disappointed. Maybe I’ll try a different location.

A Scottish snack worth trying, similar to Taiwanese pork buns, plus local condiments, highly recommended!

A classic in Edinburgh that you have to try if you go. Simple but effective, very delicious shredded pork sandwiches.

Amazing hog roast. Had mine with haggis, would highly recommend

Franchise of Scottish takeaway establishments (3 in all of Edinburgh), this one located on Victoria Street in Edinburgh, its specialty (and the only one) is pulled pork sandwiches, the very good bread is artisanal and the pork is very tender, juicy thanks to its slow cooking. You have the option of making your sandwich "a la carte" you choose the size of the bread of the 3 they have and the sauce you want (apple is the best). The place is small to eat there and at peak times there is a long line, it is best to order takeout.

We went at 3:00 p.m. and there was no queue at all. We were able to sit down. The sandwich is spectacular, with apple or mustard topping it is a success. The BBQ one takes away the flavor. They should have toilets for the public. The tables somewhat dirty.

Very good sandwich at a good price, there are several in the city, this one is better to pick up because it barely has space, a few meters from this one there is another much larger one where you can sit down and eat it

We really enjoyed, It was tasty and big portions. We liked it.

I had a small sandwich. That was more than enough for me, but they are really small. In itself it was not very special. I could barely taste the sauce. The experience is quite funny, as they cut the meat in front of the window and you can clearly see which animal it comes from. It is also very busy and there is hardly any place to sit.

Fantastic Roll from here yesterday. Would highly reccomend.

Great spot for a quick bite, there is a line but it moves fairly quick. Ordered the Oink size with sage and onion with apple sauce. The pulled pork was moist and flavoursome but there is only 1 piece of crackling so add extra if you wish

It’s a great option to grab something to go. The place is very small so it’s rather a take away food. Their pork is delicious, and the sandwich itself tastes great. It’s also a nice combination with traditional haggis. I loved it!

Correct, but not spectacular. I had read opinions saying that Oink was overrated, but with so many recommendations on TikTok and even on Free Tours, I decided to give it a try. It's not bad for the price, but it's not the best sandwich I've ever had either. It's a cheap option for a quick bite to eat, but I found the sandwich a little dry. It has a lot of meat and little sauce, which makes it a bit heavy to eat in the end. It's not that it was bad, but it was difficult for me to finish it. I may give it a try again another time, but it's definitely not on my list of favorites in Edinburgh.

Excellent. There is nothing more to add. Keep in mind that the interior space is very small and therefore it is often difficult to eat inside. But beyond that, everything is impeccable and highly recommended.

It definitely tastes good! Bit crowded during lunch hour but the worth the wait for queue. Staff is helpful and sitting arrangements does the work as well! Must try while you are in Edinburgh!

If someone likes meat, I recommend it. At the front of the restaurant, a pig is practically torn apart in the window. The sandwiches are very fresh and simple - composed of only a few ingredients, but all of the highest quality and taste. I recommend it for a quick snack! Because you probably won't find a place to sit here.

Didnt get time to go in and try . Looked amazing but will definitely visit next time

Very good burgers and fast service

Not bad. But certainly not special. A bit soggy bun. Too bad, for example, that the onion was not freshly fried. A bit more of that spicy tomato sauce might have helped.

An excellent place, the food and sauces are spectacular, the service is top-notch and, even though the place is small, it is very cozy.

It may seem touristy, but the truth is that it is delicious, just like a kebab, always with sauce, (there are several to choose from) because otherwise it gets a little stuck. The service is super fast, so even if there are a lot of people it doesn't take long, and even more so when, as in my case, I coincided with a number of Spanish people. My recommendation is not to stay in the premises, but rather enjoy it outdoors, either as in my case at the grassmarket, or go to the nearby Bobby Dog Cemetery 😉.

A simple establishment selling typical Scottish sandwiches, with roast pork and sauces, to eat inside on stools or to take away.

Excellent sandwiches, especially for those who don't want to take up too much time for lunch. Obviously it is not advisable to go there during peak times as the wait could be long. Unfortunately there isn't much seating, so it's best to take away and eat in the nearby square. P.S: bring napkins

Mmmmm! That was so great!!!! 🤤 especially crispy skin!

Okay, I am from New Orleans and live in Texas, so it is fair to say I have had my fair share of pulled pork. The quality of pork in the UK is unbelievably good. This pulled pork and haggis combo on a sandwich has to be the best pulled pork I have ever had.

We were also tempted to try a Scottish sandwich with pulled pork, especially since we were already hungry without walking around 😋 We even had to stand in a lively line of people, because the room itself to eat inside is really small, the interior is modest, the aesthetics are small. Therefore, in good weather, it is better to eat the sandwich outside, take it away. The service is pleasant and the young girls are attentive and turn around very quickly serving customers. I really liked the sandwiches themselves, quite a lot of that pulled pork, but I liked the sauce the most, namely with haggis and with apple and mustard sauce👌 Worth a try! Near the Harry Potter Museum😊

The service was very fast, although I advise going around 1:00 p.m. at the latest to avoid lines and be able to sit down. Inside there is room for 8-10 people. I didn't like that the bread seemed a little wet, spoiling the experience a bit. The pork was quite good and the quantity was plentiful (we ordered the medium). The apple and mustard/mayo sauces are very delicious, although I recommend trying the first one.

I really, really wanted to love this place, but it just missed the mark for me. My husband got the oink with sage and onion and the bbq. He didn’t even finish half of it. It was lacking in flavor and the meat was very dry. I got the oink spicy Scotsman which has haggis with mustard mayo and chili jam. I loved the sauces, but it needed more than what was on there because like I said, the meat was very dry. On top of the that, the staff was not very friendly, a departure from everywhere else we ate. Unfortunately, this one just missed the mark for us.

Very nice place and good value for money :) I would recommend the full Scottish version with haggis and apple sauce :)

Despite its location in one of Edinburgh's most touristy streets, it is anything but a tourist trap. The quality of the meat is excellent, the choice of condiments interesting and the prices honest. Larger size and apple sauce recommended.

Extremly good sanwiches!! We were just passing by and saw a big line of people waiting to order, so we said to give it try. Best choice! The meat was deliciously cooked! Decent prices.

Restaurant specializing in pork in the heart of Edinburgh! Mandatory stop in the city, the sandwiches are delicious and although the menu seems limited, everything is very delicious. The place is small so we recommend taking it to go. Once the meat runs out they close regardless of the time so don't be late!

The food was excellent and the staff was fun to talk to. No place sit inside as there are very few seats.

Most amazing pork roll all sauces are home made and taste amazing

If you find yourself wandering Victoria Street in Edinburgh and crave something hearty, make your way to Oink. This small but mighty eatery offers some of the best pulled pork sandwiches I’ve ever had. The meat was tender and flavorful, perfectly complemented by unique toppings like sage stuffing and haggis. You can choose from a variety of sauces to top off your sandwich exactly how you like it. The service at Oink was top-notch, with friendly staff who offered tastings to ensure satisfaction before we made our selections. Although seating is limited, the cozy atmosphere adds to the charm of this local spot. We opted for the medium-sized sandwiches with crisps and a drink, which proved to be the perfect lunch combo. Highly recommended for a quick, delicious bite that embodies the spirit of Edinburgh’s vibrant culinary scene.

Good pulled pork sandwich, specially with the mustard mayo sauce although the apple sauce is good too. It would be much better with real bread instead of buns though. The buns are too soft and break easily so you end up with sauce all over your hands. A bit more skin would be great too. Place is small so plan to eat outside most of the time.

Delicious pork sandwich in the purest Scottish style. Place that you should not miss if you go to Scotland

The food was great but no one even smiled at us and we'd waited in line for 20 minutes to order. They could really treat customers better

Yummy pork sandwiches! Got the pork sandwich with haggis, chili jam and apple, which was delicious. The store itself is small so be prepared to eat outside or take away.

Excellent. Fast service, fantastic meat and crackling was too good. Those planning to go here, please read their menu in advance and order quickly - there will be too many hungry people in the queue behind you - just like me.

A good place to eat something quick and continue with your route is great. Of course you have to go when there is food, because once it is finished it closes.

It is a site that is highly recommended by city guides. Although I don't think a Pulled Pork sandwich is something very typical there, I do think it's a good place to buy your sandwich and continue with your day. There are three sizes of pulled pork sandwich and they offer you a “combo” that includes bagged fries and a soft drink of your choice. Around £10-12 is a fair price for the sandwich, the bread is soft and can be whole wheat or white. It's not a big deal. The meat is delicious and its greatest quality is the way it is shredded since it is very soft. They come accompanied by sauces, there are two that are “spicy” one with cheese or one with tomato. None of them are very spicy but they give some flavor. The place inside is very small so it is not very comfortable to consume food there, especially if you go during “peak” hours when there are many people lined up. Better than a chain restaurant but nothing out of this world if you've already tried good pulled pork sandwiches.

Focusing strictly on the food: HARD PASS. Never had a more flavorless sandwich in my life, even with the spread and bbq sauce. Maybe because I’m from the U.S. and we have incredible bbq but this was definitely not it. The people, super nice and hard-working.

A successful business where there is always a queue at peak times, which is already a good sign. Their famous pork sandwich is worth the wait. There are three sizes to choose from, and I would recommend the medium or large depending on how hungry you are. The traditional thing is to accompany it with apple sauce, which gives it a delicious touch. In addition, they fill the sandwich well, something that is appreciated. I liked it a lot and would repeat without hesitation.

"I've seen this place recommended on instagram/tik tok, is it worth it?" Here I am to tell you that: Yes, he deserves it. Just don't expect to find a place to sit inside.

We went on the guide's recommendation. Good place to eat something typical of Edinburgh, without having to sit at a table and wait a long time. It is a kind of muffin filled with shredded meat, and with a choice of sauce and size. Very delicious to eat while visiting the city. Right on Victoria Street, next to the Harry Potter store, you also have the option of eating it inside although there are few tables. The large muffin (photo) with Coca Cola was 12.70 pounds.

Very popular outlet, selling to DIE for pork sandwiches. Absolutely delicious, every time. Not much by way of seating, and be prepared for a bit of a queue. Moves quickly though and definitely worth it.

Fast and delicious food. There's probably a queue but it goes pretty fast. Very small place, only about 6-7 people can fit inside. It's worth it

Great little place for a nice pork sandwich. Where else are you presented with a whole roasted pig in the window, from where your sandwich is filled with tender juicy meat!

Very delicious pork sandwiches, they come in various sizes and you can add sauces and dressings.

I took 3 burgers from there to serve 10 minutes later at the hotel. They are a little bit different, but in a good way, they are melting in your mouth. I got served fast, despite being a busy place. There are a few spaces to serve your food inside if you prefer, but I didn't had the time that day. The atmosphere in the area is amazing, even if you go out.

The food here is solid and reasonably priced, but it doesn’t quite live up to the hype. While the meat is well cooked and pairs nicely with the selection of simple sauces, there’s nothing particularly distinctive about the flavors. That said, adding crackling to your order is a worthwhile upgrade, it brings a much needed texture and depth to the dish. It’s a good meal, but not a memorable one. I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat here, but if you’re nearby and in the mood for a hearty serving of pork, it’s a decent option.

Excellent food, exceptional service and one of our favourite eateries during our visit to Edinburgh. We opted for the two course deal, which was great value for money.

Great pork sandwich, with exquisite apple sauce

★★★☆☆ Oink on Victoria Street is a decent spot for a quick bite. The pulled pork sandwiches were okay, not quite as flavorful as I expected, but still enjoyable. The cappuccino, however, was tasty and well-made. Seating is very limited, so if you’re visiting during busy times, be prepared to take your food to go. An okay experience overall, but not quite the standout I was hoping for.

The pulled pork sandwich was spectacular and is a very good option to eat something quick. The only bad thing is that the place is quite small.

This place was recommended to me, I went with my friends, I ordered the medium oink, I added the onion paste and something else, the mayonnaise and mustard sauce. GREAT. There are very few tables inside, we had to eat it in a square. Because it was so good, I came back only 2 days later and ordered exactly the same one and ate it inside warm.

I mean, it's a simple premise. Roasted pork, in baps. Delicious. You customise via sauce and toppings, with either haggis or sage and onion. Super tasty, very quick and simple. Points down for atmosphere as it's super small and busy in there and really intended for takeaway/ eating on the street. Don't expect to have a nice sit down lunch.

I had a medium bun meat with Haggis filling and chilli sauce. It was good. The pork meat has no seasoning, its blunt, the only seasoning to the sandwich is the sauces. Haggis added that salty flavour to it. The shop was stools and couple tables, small area so you eat quick and leave after. A very quick turnaround service place.

When I saw it I was shocked, this place is literally amazing, they sell a pig a day and when it runs out they close... needless to say how is the pig and its skin mmmm incredible, not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.

La comida estuvo increíble. Todo espectacular. Fuimos recomendados y superó las expectativas. Y para más suerte, las personas que nos atendieron, Bee y Chloe muy amables y simpáticas, estuvieron de 10. Saludos desde el sur de España y totalmente recomendable para una velada agradable si visitas Edimburgo.

We had a lovely time: fantastic food, atmosphere and service. It was our first visit to Howie’s but we will definitely come back again.

Minimum Oink size (medium). The original with "sage & onion" and apple sauce is delicious. They offer "extra crackling" for £0.55. Now that I know that they are little pieces of crunchy snout that give it a great touch, I would have ordered it. The normal one has a single piece.

Not so tasty. As this place is very famous, we were expecting something better.

We ordered a medium pork bun with stuffing and chili jam sauce after seeing this place recommended on TikTok. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. The meat was bland, the portion felt small for the price, and the service was unwelcoming. Overall, it was disappointing and not worth the cost.

Hello! I had the absolute DELIGHT to attend your establishment on Saturday. As a pig enthusiast, I got chatting to one of your all-rounders, Nicholas, who also appeared to be a fellow pig fanatic, who mentioned to me that he spent two months on a pig farm in norway!! He told me that pigs can run surprisingly quick, at 11mph. What a dedicated member of staff he was. When asking for recommendations on what to order, Nicholas recommended the sage and onion stuffing because it is a herb and alongside the pulled pork sandwich. as a big fan or herbs myself, I really enjoyed this recommendation. Nicholas' work ethic was that of equivalent to a fast pig. NEVER underestimate a pig! Kind regards

I didn't think that the combination of pulled pork and apple could be so good :) I would add more sauce to the meat or other additions, because the sandwich was not juicy. Affordable price considering that the pub is located on the most popular street in Edinburgh. A must-stop for tourists for a quick snack.

Loved the pork and was served by Nick who improved my experience immeasurably! I've never met such a kind and attentive employee before - he really turned my day around.

It's good to eat something quick for day-to-day excursions. If you order it, it is very delicious with apple sauce.

A good place to eat something quick and continue visiting the city. The pulled pork is good.

The medium sandwich costs between £7-8. For Edinburgh, it's pretty cheap. And precisely if that is what you are looking for, eating well and cheaply, this place takes the cake as the best option to choose. We ordered the traditional one, which combines the flavors of Pulled Pork with Apple Pie and I have to say that I thought the mix was great. A highly recommended place to eat something quick in Edinburgh. Gives what it promises.

A great pulled pork sandwich place for a quick stop. It had a menu in Spanish and a worker spoke the language perfectly. Advisable

The medium sizes brown bun, sage onion spread as well as mustard mayo was a great combo! The pork was tender and the bun was soft and the sandwich was delicious overall and great value for money! The only downside of this place is that it did not have a toilet, at least not in the public area - I can imagine they can provide you with access if you ask

We have been here at least three times its gorgeous food, but apparently, if you've had a drink anywhere else you can not be served, we asked for a carafe of water and a small glass of wine!! We are totally shocked it was half empty, too. We had sat down and ordered the casserole . They young waitress felt embarrassed telling us we weren't welcome . Really bad we feel violated. What a shame.

Escorted to our table, taken our food and drinks order, all going well, then to be told me and my wife had been drinking before we came to to the restaurant so they were not going to serve us!!!! Absolutely amazed, felt totally humiliated and insulted. I've been to this restaurant on many occasions but never again!

I went with my partner and we ordered two medium pulled pork sandwiches, obviously to take away because there is no place to eat inside. The food was very good, the only problem I find is that it is a little expensive for the quantity. However, the latter does not mean that I recommend going to the site and trying it if you are going to spend a few days in Edinburgh.

Nice to try for a lunch or snack. Wasn't as tasty as all the reviews but good to try

Meat was good, but should’ve been more generous on the sauce though. Lack of the sauce makes it dry and blend. The bun was soft and nice.

Learned about this place from Somebody Feed Phil (Netflix). It was loaded with pork, but needed a bit more flavour (maybe for my Indian Palette) But great place to catch a quick bite while enjoying victorias street

Very friendly staff. We went on the recommendation of a guide, we didn't like it, the taste of the meat was very insipid. I recommend ordering one to share, if you like ordering another. I'm not going to repeat. There is no toilet either. I give two stars for the friendliness of their employees.

My experience on the site has been generally very good; They have been quick when it comes to giving us food, there is a sign that shows the menu in different languages ​​for the foreigners who come. Regarding the place, it is quite small and there is hardly any place to sit (a few stools and three bars), I would recommend taking it to go. Now regarding the food, in case anyone doesn't know, they are open until the suckling pig they cook is finished, I don't know if that morning or the night before, so you have to be quick. There are three sizes of bread to choose from, as well as sauces and "topping". For me the meat is nothing out of this world, but it is very good although what I would highlight would be the bread or even the sauce they add. I would have liked to have taken a photo but I completely missed it, both about the place and the food. Finally, clarify that the service was very friendly and fast, as I indicated at the beginning, you may even be lucky enough to have them speak to you in your language because one of the workers, for example, knew Spanish.

The storefront made us want it, but the sawdich was super fatty and had no particular flavor. He stayed on our stomachs all day.

We were served by Nick 2 weeks ago during our trip to Edinburgh! He was super helpful is explaining the halal options they had available! This was very appreciated, especially due to our screaming child!

Really tasty food and at a reasonable price! The service was excellent with really friendly and helpful staff. One of the staff went above and beyond, I think I overheard his name was Nick