McGonagall's Gin & Whisky Emporium in Edinburgh, City of

Gingerbread White Russian is AMAZING. Super smooth and festive. Would rate it 10 stars if I could

Nice to sit and have some drinks and food. Very kind and friendly stuff. Can recommend.

Great cocktails and table service. We had the rhubarb & lychee, & the bramble cocktails.

Friendly service and a large menu of gin and whisky cocktails plus other drinks. Food available too.

Had zero plan to go to visit McGonagalls Gin & Whisky Emporium however, there was a great singer on and his voice tempted us in, a stroke of luck. Ending up having three whisky flights and a couple of cocktails enjoying the music. Staff also really friendly and attentive, venue well laid out and clean and just an overall great stop whilst in Edinburgh, brilliant.

Came in here for drinks whilst waiting for the ghost bus tour - a wide selection of drinks and great atmosphere, was almost a shame to have to go on the bus tour as they were about to hold their quiz night!

A place with a very cozy atmosphere, ideal for having a good whiskey 🥃. They have a good variety of cocktails. An exquisite Old Fashion, Samplers of different types of whiskey as well as starters or snacks to accompany

Very nice waiters but very poor quality food (chicken and minced meat not fresh and with an unpleasant smell). I only recommend it for a drink

Really don't go there to eat. The five of us ate nothing because it was so bad and borderline fresh...

Very attentive and friendly waiters, good food, good price and good drink

Very nice place, typical. Good service and good food!!!

Great spot on town with good music playing. Great service too. Dropping one star for the >£6.50 for a pint of craft beer.

Cool place and a fun stop for Harry Potter fans. Scotches was good and the cocktails were as well 👌

Front lady was very disrespectful. Minerva would be very disappointed. Thanks for ruining the experience.

Very nice. Good food en very friendly.

Fab choice of whisky brought on a wooden tray with a separate ice & water glass. Drink menus even made of wood with iron hinges! 5 pages of different whiskeys! Expensive, but a real treat 😋 🥃

Un personal muy bien informado que realmente quiere ayudarle a encontrar el mejor whisky para usted. Amistoso, conocer sus cosas, gran selección. No tuvimos tiempo para una sesión de degustación, pero eso es básicamente lo que ofrecen aquí sin la etiqueta de precio!

El mal servicio tardó una eternidad en conseguir comida fría con cócteles demasiado caros y no bien hechos. No volvería aquí de nuevo o recomendaría a otros.

I ate here yesterday and loved the food, atmosphere, and service! Unfortunately, I heard the news of Maggie Smith passing while I was here, but I think that made the visit more momentous :( Heads up that reception is a bit sketchy here, but they also have free wifi, so just join it and you'll be alright!

Lovely place to stop after visiting the Edinburgh Castle! The service was great and the food and drinks were no different! We had the Callum Skink, wings, truffle fries, mac n cheese and the best part....sticky toffee pudding!

We found good food, good drink and a good atmosphere here when we were looking for a place to eat some light food and good drink. The whiskey and gin selection at this place is good. We ate burgers with fries. Finished with whiskey and a Magnum each.

Had drinks only and they were great. Nice authentic pub.

The cocktails were amazing, the place wonderful and people very kind! Thank you very much!!!!

Greeted with a warm smile - felt immediately welcomed. I just wanted a small plate and opted for the smoked salmon - wow! Fabulous. Friendly atmosphere and cool surroundings ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Si realmente te gustan los cócteles, este es tu lugar. Realmente amplia colección de cócteles combinados de gran sabor y únicos. Nos encantó

Good service, the servers are friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is comfortable and the decor is phenomenal. We didn't try the food but the cocktails and beer were 10/10

Nice place to eat. Fast service, comfortable seating and great atmosphere. High

Had a stop for some quick Scotish whiskey.

Good food, good service, good mbiance, good coctails.

Great place. I had the haggis and was GREAT (I'm Italian!!! 🤌). Don't know what is all this stigma around it... Only downside music a bit too commercial. Would be nice to play Scottish music.

Truly, a place of joy! Laughter filled the rooms and the staff facilitated my feelings of contentment

McGonagall's: A Cozy Haven in Edinburgh Located just off the bustling streets of Edinburgh, McGonagall's offers a charming and inviting atmosphere. Whether you prefer to sit outside and soak up the city vibes or cozy up indoors, this bar has something for everyone. A Warm and Welcoming Space: Comfortable Ambiance: The interior of McGonagall's is cozy and inviting, with comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere. Excellent Service: The staff at McGonagall's are friendly and attentive, ensuring that your experience is top-notch. Mixology Mastery: Creative Cocktails: The bartenders at McGonagall's are true mixology experts, crafting delicious and visually appealing cocktails that are sure to impress. Passionate Presentation: It's clear that the staff at McGonagall's take pride in their work, as evidenced by the beautiful presentation of their cocktails. A Must-Visit: Whether you're looking for a quick stop or a lazy evening, McGonagall's is a must-visit bar in Edinburgh. With its cozy atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious cocktails, it's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a drink.

Nice place for Scottish food and drinks. Not exceptional quality but ok. Our sausages were a little dry. The service was good.

McGonagalls es un lugar brillante para probar diferentes whiskys. Ofrecen vuelos combinados en diferentes estilos, dulces, ahumados, guisantes o por zona. Probamos un par que tenía marcas y edades que no se ven en la mayoría de los bares, así que fue una gran manera de experimentar. También tienen una amplia gama de ginebras y cócteles, cerveza y vino, así que no solo para los fanáticos del whisky. Lo más difícil si tomas una decisión sobre qué tener. Buenos problemas 😊

The most amazing find during our short stay in Edinburgh for the Military Tattoo. I read reviews on Google when looking for bars to go to and came across this place. Me and my husband love gin and whiskey, so what better place than McGonagalls. I had 2 of the Gin Flights, £20 each, but definitely worth it. Lots of choices and varieties to try. My husband had 1 of the whiskey flights and thoroughly enjoyed. The staff were great, friendly and helpful explaining the whiskey selections. The whole bar was busy and had a great atmosphere, so good in fact, we stayed for 2 hours. For any gin and whiskey lovers, this is definitely the place to be. A must try when in Edinburgh.

Lugar muy encantador, el ambiente general allí era genial. Hemos probado fish and chips (el eglefino era masivo y la masa extra crujiente) , patatas fritas halloumi, selección de ginebras y un delicioso cóctel agrio de ginebra. Recomiendo mucho este lugar - el personal era muy educado y ni siquiera esperamos tanto tiempo para nuestra orden (alrededor de 30 minutos y nos informaron sobre el tiempo de servicio de antemano) . Los precios estaban bien teniendo en cuenta el hecho de que cenamos en el centro histórico de la ciudad, pero no nos arrepentimos de gastar alguna moneda extra para esta experiencia.

We've been there on Sunday and loved the place - we were sitting on a high table (funny filling of being in a gigantic world), waiters were very attentive and fast, food was good and not too heavy (though cranachan here is a disappointment - shortbreads with raspberry jam), the music was very nice. Could easily recommend it to the travellers who want to taste Scottish food and hospitality.

Excellent setting and food. Service is great!

The venue has failed to uphold the ESG values in Edinburgh, in particular on the fronts of equality and diversity. This will be a mark on future divergence.

Amazing live music bar full of friendly staff who gave the most amazing customer service. Lots of Whisky to choose from and I bet there is something for everyone.

Best pub in Edinburgh. Great whisky, food and music. Would go again.

This place is excellent. The staff are fantastic and the range of good quality ales and quality of the cocktails are superb. Love it

Very good! delicious vegan/vegetarian fish and chips! My friend also said her fish was great

The gin tastings were perfect, the waiter gave us very good advice

I didn’t order any food but the drinks were good, staff was friendly and welcoming. The environment and vibe was good.

Great place to stop for lunch! My family and I were visiting the city and throughly enjoyed the environment and location. Staff were friendly and attentive. I had the Mac N Cheese and it was delicious! My family all seemed to like their selections as well.

Visited this place on a recent trip to Edinburgh, cocktails to die for (New York Sour) and food also yummy and great service

Very cute bar, has the old school feel but still modern at the same time. Drinks are not cheap, but extremely tasty and well made. We enjoyed a quick drink and some snacks before checking out some other places. Would recommend.

Bar with a good atmosphere and top service.

We didn't even drink anything, just stopped in for a quick lunch (Spring 2023). The food was quite good, and the staff were very friendly. Having just aimlessly wandered in, our expectations were well exceeded.

The last word cocktail was definitely the way to end an amazing trip. The atmosphere is amazing and the staff is excellent!

Very nice place where we had the opportunity to experience a whiskey and Gin tasting! Very friendly staff but products a little expensive.

We went just for a drink. I didn't like to gin cocktail, but it was not fault of the bar. Atmosphere there was nice :)

Honestly the restaurant is just perfect The service is very fast, the staff is helpful, the meal is just perfect. I had a Highland chicken nugget 😉 My family had fish and chips and haggis a nugget too😍 For a very first evening in Scotland I am not disappointed to come to your place 😉

Really nice atmosphere, however very slow service, and the food was not the best either. Burnt chicken, and the fish and chips was very oily.

The hype is real people. Great food and great selection of drinks. Will go again if we visit the area.

Very good drinks (did not eat there). The staff was very friendly and caring. Ambience was really cosy. Recommended!

Dream Pab great beer and whisky

Absolutely love this hidden gem - the best authentic food in Scotland for a reasonable price, large portions too. Service is great as well - had to come twice in our trip we loved it so much!

Very nice place, friendly staff and quality drinks!

Tried to visit with my partner, bouncer was extremely rude and turned us away for no reason, upon calling to see if there was a dress code (as no indication on website) the person on the phone could not hear us. We will not be returning and I believe the establishment need to look at who it employs as a bouncer as this should not happen.

I ate "The George Burger" and it was one of the best burgers I've eaten. It was very tasteful and the chef had thought about every little detail. I really recomend McGongalls.

Delicious food with lots of options, great whiskey flights, awesome live music, friendly staff and a great atmosphere.

Delicious food, great whiskey flights, awesome live music

The best bloody marys I've ever had. Veggie haggis to die for. Wonderful atmosphere, fantastic service.

In for drinks - its ok not sure I'd say there was anything to make it stand out

Beautiful pub on one of the main streets of Old Edinburgh. Large room with several seats which is not usual in places in this area. The beers are good, finally someone with Tennents on tap. The soups and pies are good.

A really nice pub but staff let it down. Doorman was aloof and miserable dealing with 50 yr old adults. Bar person was uninterested and again aloof. As an Edinburgh resident you need to remember that a percentage of your trade comes from locals

My wife and I enjoyed a meal and bottle of wine here with our 2 dogs. The servers could not do enough for us and our dogs so why the star loss you'll ask. Well I'm gluten free and the options for me to chose from were very limited albeit the fried haloumi and nachos with bacon were very tasty!

Went here recently, the food was fab (recommended the veggie haggis spring rolls!). Lovely decor and the staff were nice. Only gripe is the website said the cocktails were £9.75, however when we got there the menu stated they were £11. Would come back nonetheless :)

Lovely place. Highly recommend it. Staff were amazing.

Staff and environment was welcoming food was excellent, recommend the pie of the day and the Scottish coffee

Not welcoming for kitchen s timing.... We came two successive nights for dinner and a drink. Both times for a bit of time we ve been rejected. The menu for drinks is awesome and the place beautiful. The hospitality matters as well.

What a wonderful spot! We were a bunch of Americans with crazy cocktail requests (that no other spot in Edinburgh would fulfill), but the folks here took the time to look up the cocktails and make it! So grateful. The men on our trip ordered a whiskey tasting and the employees were incredibly knowledgeable about which one to try as they were novices. The deep fried mars bar is worth the calories (at least once). Went back a second night during our trip and there was live music. Great atmosphere for drinks with friends!

Excellent food, fantastic veggie burger. Friendly and helpful staff. 10/10 would be recommended

I was in Edinburgh meeting old friends, it just so happened that Scotland were playing France for the six nations meaning the atmosphere in the city was rather energetic. We looked for a quiet place and from the window we could see this bar had a lot of character and the menu was interesting so we went in and stayed for a good couple of hours. Staff were fantastic, food was amazing.

The staff are very caring and welcoming, and the food portions are very good! I had the veggie haggis, neeps and tatties. As well as a deep fried mars bar - both were amazing! I would definitely come back!

Very calm and comfy place, food is delicious (I recommend sausage in Yorkshire pudding) and Aino, the amazing waitress that served us, is the most sunny person i’ve ever come across. My boyfriend and I have spent 8 days in Edinburgh and we came here twice. Also the local is very clean, unlike so many in the city. Loved the vibe, the food and - most of all - Aino, really feels like sun in this rainy beautiful city.

Spent a wonderful afternoon in this pub. Cocktails were amazing. Nachos fab. Staff so friendly.

A very nice and quiet place to taste a good beer

Whisky flights and the Rum Old Fshioned too. Staff were also nice.

Très bons cocktails avec un personnel très aimable. Très bonne ambiance

Excellent place we had to visit and have a well earned bevvy. Extra fun due to the name as our family are true Harry Potter fans. Can highly recommend their different gin flights. A good way to test different types of gin to get an understanding that there are more than just classic GTs. Food was also good. We had to leave quite early though as we had under aged kids.

Only popped in for a couple of pre-dinner drinks......😊

Muy buen Pub. Rica cerveza y buena comida. Una buena opción en el centro de Edimburgo

Nice place to enjoy a drink. Whisky, gin and cocktails. Staff are very nice. In the old town close to lots of amenities and restaurants. Would definitely recommend. Didn't try the food so can't comment but it did look good.

The place is very nice, the staff is super friendly (and knowledgeable on whisky and gins) and the food is good. Definitely one of the best Mac'n Cheese I've had in my life. Really loved the place!

Great bar to have a beer and à cocktail

Amazing service, best Bangers and Mash I've had to date, kudos to the chef!! Thankyou from Australia!

Bon petit restaurant pas trop cher à Edimbourg. J'ai adoré

Nice, cozy place. Good selection of drinks - include warm alcoholic drinks

Nice drink and nice song. The envirolment was amazing! Very friendly workers. Really enjoy the time there, I strongly recomend to visit this place 😍

Stumbled upon this fantastic place while wandering Edinburgh on our first day. We were drawn in by the name and won over by the delicious drinks, phenomenal food, reasonable prices, and hospitable service. Highly recommend the fish and chips and the pie of the week!

Chanced upon McGonagalls Gin and Whisky bar on the way back from visiting Edinburgh Castle. Was feel quite peckish, so I went in. The bar is nice with live music the night I visited. The staff were attentive and polite. The food is of a high standard and fairly priced. It's worth a visit if you are in the area.

All the staff were really friendly. We popped in twice over a couple of days. We enjoyed not only the drinks but the food too. We had bangers and mash, chicken breast stuffed with haggis and the deep fried mars bar.

What an amazing experience?! We came in because it was listed as a place that offered both whiskey and gin flights and not all of our group likes whiskey, but what we did not expect was the level of quality, quantity and service value we received! We came in right around 11am and stay until nearly 2:30 and were never rushed or shooed out the door. The staff were so fantastic and friendly. Offered us recommendations and pairings. It felt like you were welcomed and wanted throughout the whole visit. The 5 of us enjoyed flights, cocktails and nibbles. Highlights were the Dessert Flight (some very surprising whiskies on there), the Rivers and Oceans Flight (loved all 3 offerings and the tonic pairs were great) and the SCOT EGGS! Honestly, it was the best jammy egg- just perfect!! We will be back!

Amazing drinks. Bramble is new favorite drink. And the BEST vegan fish & chips! The batter is insane. I would come back to Edinburgh just for these. I’ve told everyone I know about it!

What a great find, staff helpful and friendly, we spent two evenings at the Gin & Whisky Emporium with live music on the Monday evening, would highly recommend.

Great place,ambiance,friendly staff,food was yummy!! Had the haggis stuffed chicken wrapped in bacon! Would definitely recommend!!

Lovely place, been there twice now about a year apart through travelling for work, excellent food, service, drinks and atmosphere. Place is great inside and great value for money. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a casual place to eat or drink in Edinburgh centre.