Restaurant at Goblin Ha' @ Gifford in East Lothian - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

This was a lovely find. We booked to stay in the Tweeddale Arms across the road. The village was very quiet when we arrived. We flipped a coin to decide which place to eat and The Goblin Ha won and what a treat. The food was delicious and excellent value for money, lovely beers and ciders on offer and the warmest welcome and greatest service from Tomasz and the rest of the team. Thank you for making a special trip even better x

Tuesday night in quiet Gifford. The Tweedale Arms is closed, so the village moved here. Great Atmosphere. Good food and wine. Will return next time we visit?

Popped along for a relaxed dinner with my partner and toddler son on a Sunday afternoon. Couldn't fault the place at all. The food was delicious and came out in good time. I can tell that it's made in house and not the reheated mass produced food that is getting more and more common for pubs to serve up. I thoroughly enjoyed the steak and Guinness pie. My partner enjoyed his fish and chips and my son enjoyed the kids menu. The food was good quality and well priced too. We decided we would be coming back as we liked it :) it's great for a pub!

The welcome was friendly and the staff were attentive. The food was delicious - two of us had the Steak and Guinness pie and the meat inside it was lovely, as was the pastry topping. Too often with steak pies in pubs and restaurants, the pastry topping hides a few bits of fatty, scraggy meat - but not in this case, the pie of full of nice, tender beef. The other person in our party had the Beer battered haddock and said it was very tasty and the batter was crispy and delicious. We were too full for desserts but they did look tempting!! Would certainly go again!

We don’t eat out much but in the last few years have had lunch or dinner out a few times. Especially as have to take elderly relatives out for a treat. Most recently had come t o decision I would just in future buy sandwiches from M&S . The trend seems to be toward lego shaped cubes of unrecognisable treats such as smoked salmon ?puree? or last Xmas ordered turkey which had been processed and squeezed into a stocking shaped roll of which we each had one’slice’ - I just couldn’t eat it!! Was recommended I try Goblin Ha in Gifford which was conveniently near a relatives house. Not expecting much. So what a surprise. Real food. Real soup. Real recognisable starter of prawn cocktail. Real main course. Haddock. Brilliant. Haggis delicious. Puddings yummy. Don’t know what the others ordered. I couldn’t finish mine there was too much. All perfectly cooked and presented . It wasnt expensive . £170 for 7 of us most with starter main and dessert. And drinks. (ordered one bottle wine) Don’t know how they do it. Has been ‘taken over since last visited few years ago. Unfortunately because of family circumstances unlikely will be able to go often but thoroughly recommend to anyone . The layout has also been changed and our young relatives were delighted to see 2 geese in comfy enclosure. Thoroughly recommend to anyone not just for value of money but for enjoyable edible food.

Fantastic night. Staff excellent. Steak pies delicious and the best fish & chips I have ever tasted . Compliments to the chef.

the staff were lovely and easy to get along with, the setting and atmosphere was amazing and the service was excellent

We popped in after a wee walk, to see if the rugby was on. We were welcomed as if we were family to join the crowd through the back. Just before half time there were chips brought out. Thought this was a lovely gesture. I ordered the goats cheese bruschetta, this came, its was really nice and fresh. A different option from the usuals you see on a menu, it was tasty and reasonably priced. We’ve been before as a large group for once of there karaoke nights, this was great fun. We are heading back this weekend as there is a group for us going out for a meal. Always feel really welcomed when we come in here, would highly and happily travel.

Stayed here for a couple of nights. Already booked for another stay. Room comfy and clean. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Restaurant food was delicious.

Went there last year and the overall experience was pretty good, but this time the menu seems to have changed and the food was not that appetising, I live local so will give it one more chance but if it’s not great then I’ll go elsewhere. I didn’t enjoy the chicken in mustard sauce, definitely need to up their game food wise!

I assume they just change owner the food was not good they need to change chef, it used to be good for food before, but was very disappointed with the food today. It wasn’t worth the price wouldn’t go back there. Had to send my food back because it wasn’t cooked. Waited long for my food to come back after send it back to kitchen my friend had already finished his food My friend said his food was not good as well.

Unfortunately the Sunday roast was a pale shadow of what it used to be. The meat was tough and hard to cut. The gravy was a runny juice no taste or substance. Sadly the roast potatoes were not really roasted and they along with the carrots and rock hard parsnip were covered in mixed spice which left everything tasting the same. The Yorkshire pudding was under cooked and tasteless. Meanwhile my colleague had to send back his huge trout which was raw inside. Tasty enough fish 10 minutes later spoilt by being un-filleted. The Haggis Cigar starter was tasty and delicious. Unfortunately it was overcharged by £1.00 On the receipt. I wish the new owner well. They have only had the place 2 weeks but without a new cook I fear you will struggle. As a previous monthly regular pre Covid, sadly it is now off the list.

Popped in for lunch whilst in the area. The service was good and the staff gave us a warm welcome; however the food was average.

Booked as a group of 7 but on arrival we had to wait while they rearranged furniture to make a table for 7. Waiting staff were clueless answering questions about gluten-free food and the responses from the kitchen weren't any better. Worst of all was the food, cremated gammon for one person but our biggest complaint was an adult main course of mac and cheese which was the smallest main course portion I have seen in my 65 years. It cost twice as much and was half the size of the two childrens meals we ordered. We complained politely but very vehemently and asked for our complaint to be put to the management. The waiter said he had passed it on but we got ABSOLUTELY NO RESPONSE from anyone. I cannot think of an adjective bad enough to describe this level of customer service.

Visited today with my husband and parents. Very disappointed to find that menu on offer was different to advertised on website. For example no Sunday roast offered. Staff were pleasant but the food really lets them down. Burger was dry and the steak in mg fajitas was very over cooked. My Dad really enjoyed his half chicken. The worst part was the price of the drinks - £3.20 for a pint of soda had black currant!!! What a joke. I won’t return and I wouldn’t recommend. Far nicer places to go.

Table for 9 to celebrate a birthday - pastry on steak pies was visibly mouldy, Pizza took an additional 20 minutes to appear - not sourdough as listed and only partially cooked., bottle of wine never appeared. Waiter obviously embarrassed, not his fault, but no...

We came across this place by accident and from the outside it looked like it could be closed and nothing special but inside it was nicely decorated and the conservatory was lovely and bright. The garden area was lovely with lots of beautiful mature plants...

Lovely meal, reasonably priced and the staff are friendly, the conservatory area is lovely and bright, clean and well spaced, spacious garden and the dining area at the bar is a pleasant friendly relaxing area too

Staff were very friendly and very accommodating. Food was okay. Nachos were a huge portion and prawns were lovely. Soup was average … very salty.

Have been to the Goblin Ha' several times over the years while working, but not recently. On holiday in the area so thought we'd go back. Made the mistake of looking at the menu online beforehand, only to find it bore little, if any, resemblance...

We went for lunch to Goblin Ha’ on 25th June. (We had our two dogs with us - welcomed). All aspects were good to very good. Weather was dull so we chose the conservatory - comfortable. Menu range was very good (although some items were...

Never been in a more unwelcoming place. Second time visiting as thought in first visit it was perhaps just "one of those days". Absolutely no atmosphere, staff couldn't crack a smile or have even the slightest friendly interaction with customers (not just our party). While...

We went into the bar wife got gammon steak 5 min later was brought to the tab not even cooked the floor looked as though it had not been cleaned the women who was serving us did not have a clue went in she was...

Lovely lunch in the garden with our 2 Tibetans also catered for. Great variety on menu and such friendly staff who made sure we were catered for and safe. Beautifully kept bar and garden and nice chilled lunch. Will be back

We have been here today but today not impressed at all. 2 of for orders were brought wrong. I also noticed that another table had a similar problem. I think the waiters English was not good. Also the Covid precautions were sketchy to say. Tables...

Every time I come into this place the service is amazing! They know to look after the clientele and the beer is really good! Great restaurant as well and service with a smile. Recommended. PS new manager Claire is really good.

Looks small from the outside but has a big extension with more tables and a lovely beer garden, staff were friendly and helpful and dealt with allergy questions, the steak was fantastic, good value for money, well worth a visit

A few weeks ago I made a lunch reservation for last Saturday using the hotel’s online form. The website confirmed submission of the request but that’s all. A few days later I contacted the hotel to ask if the reservation had definitely been made and...

Had a weekend break in this wee hotel, thoroughly enjoyed ,great staff well prepared tasty food with a good selection of beers and spirits, Recommend!

Often use this pub for evening meals. Typical pub food. Food always hot, well presented, but it is pub menu.... tasty lasagne is now not offered and missed. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Hint keep away from seats near doors....use cosy corners, booths and if...

This is surely the worst restaurant in Scotland we went there for christmas dinner what a joke by the time we were served there was no Christmas dinner left limited desserts left totally spoilt our christmas I was really embarrassed I took my family there

We booked in advance for christmas day for the 3pm sittingfor 7, we were informed as soon as we arrived they had run out of turkey Which wasnt a problem for us as were not really into turkey The food we received was great, scallops, beef fillet and the bass dishes were all well presented, as were the desserts The service was great too, all in all a great day As we were leaving the chef had apologised to us about the situation with the turkey, again we were fine with this As for the previous reveiw, it clearly states that pre-orders should be made, when I spoke to the manager and chef, there had in fact been no pre orders made at all which made it very difficult to gudge.....................We will definitely be back in the new year Great job team goblin ha x all the best from us

I struggle to understand why a restaurant would take Christmas Day bookings 2 months in advance and not order turkey! We arrived at 3pm Christmas Day to be told no turkey left for a table of 12 people! We went for steaks which came with chips instead of the potatoes, the WORST Christmas meal we’ve ever had! Won’t be back!!

Wow. Birthday meal of chateaubriand was absolutely amazing. Great staff great food. Visited on 2 occasions

Pasta was cold and the inside of the beer glass had ingrained stains on the inside. The restaurant was not busy so there was no excuse for one meal being cold. Very disappointing as we had heard it was a good restaurant.

Husband had steak pie with mashed potato. The pie was good but the mash was packet variety and was atrocious. I had the chicken pasta which would have been great, if the chicken was breast, and not random scraps. I had to remove pieces from my mouth and leave on the side of the plate. However, I would return as it is a nice setting, though maybe not to eat the described items.

Great food on offer with generous portions at great prices. Food can be eaten in the conservatory area or in lounge area of the bar. All staff very attentive and friendly.I'd recommend The Goblin Ha' restaurant and look forward to dining and staying again when in the area next year for Annual Classic Car Show we attend.

Went on Saturday evening with my partner. told to grab a seat anywhere, which we duly did, taking our drinks with us. looked at the menu and was basic but good enough pub grub, order was taken 15 minutes after taking out seats, I ordered a starter of Stornoway black pudding with crispy bacon and poached egg, my dining companion declined a starter, upon arrival at the table it looked nice stacked up two pieces of black pudding and on the bottom a piece of bacon no longer that 25 mm first layer of the pudding sat top this and then another piece of bacon 25mm long and on top of this the other slice of pudding topped with a poached egg which was done to perfection, so not a huge starter but sufficient. So to my main Haggis, neeps and tatties, my companion opting for a pasta dish, feta cheese and shavings of paramasan , in a nice large bowl, looked good, and my plate was laid down in front of me, I almost burst out laughing, Im no Sherlock Holmes but id gladly have borrowed his magnifying glass to spot the food on the plate, imagine a spoon with one scoop potato and one of turnip, same again of haggis, then halve the amounts place them on a plate in a star shape to make some attempt at making it look as though food was actually there, a small drizzle around of peppercorn sauce , again to add value to what was the smallest main course ive ever had, so all in all, would i go back? ....NO! Im not being picky but even as a starter if would just about have sufficed, certainly never as a main, come on guys you have the makings of a very good pub restaurant but it was a zero for value from me.

Really great place to eat and drink set in the lovely East Lothian village of Gifford. Welcoming environment (great outside areas for the good weather!) and friendly staff. Worth a visit.

Staff were very helpfull and friendly, food served quickly and delicious too.We would visit again. Would recommend.

Excellent food served by very friendly and helpful staff. All the eating places were very well done including the outdoor space and the conservatory. The bar has a nice atmosphere about it. We will be back.

This is part of the Goblin Ha hotel and very good it is as well.

Father a walk to the actual Goblin Hall, from a day trip from home in Edinburgh we planned to go here for lunch, regardless just to complete the day. So I went without any expectations.

OK, So I've eaten here many times over the years and think the Goblin Ha has probably lost a little character in its many upgradings & improvements. It is adequate and nothing is bad but you feel it needs a bit of imagination & character on the interior & menu to take it up a level or 2

Out for a drive with my inlaws & wife, ended up having a meal here, very friendly staff, good selection on the menu, great value for money

Well me and partner attended here with his father after travelling up from the north east to visit family members , my partner used to attend this put a lot so thought would return after good memories .

Ate dinner both nights in restaurant and the food was top class. Well stocked bar with nice gin collection

A very friendly Scottish welcome awaits, delightful venue, fantastic staff and the food is a credit to the chefs, with an amazingly varied menu, with something for everyone, and very reasonably priced. I have no problem recommending this pub / restaurant as somewhere to consider if you are in the area.

This was a very disappointing visit to an establishment which could do a great deal better with very little effort indeed.

Ok,so the setting is beautiful, Gifford is ancient and gorgeous.

Used this hotel as working away from home. Couldn't fault anything, the staff we superb nothing a problem. Special thanks to Jo, Pamela, Eilidgh, Graham & Dan. They made staying away from home a little easier.

Absolutely fantastic service and unbelievable food . The service was friendly and very professional the food excellent with perfectly cooked vegetables, tasty carved turkey with beautiful presentation .This was top end service no idea how with a full restraunt they could still provide individually cooked steaks to order . Congratulation to all the staff a fantastic turnaround this is country hotel eating at it best !

We called here for lunch after looking for something close to where we had been walking and good old tripadvisor didn't let us down. We were warmly greeted and seated and handed menus whilst we sipped our drinks (nice selection of wines by the glass). There was a wide choice on the menu including pub classics, fish, burgers, pizzas, chargrill, pastas and chefs table. We had the haggis bon bons for starters as we had never come across them before and they were very tasty. I opted for a spicy chicken pasta in a cream sauce and hubby had the steak and ale pie. Both were very tasty and well cooked.

My wife and I had come to Gifford from Edinburgh on a warm September day to enjoy the beautiful walks around this lovely old village,, and we had lunch at the Goblin Ha'. The steak and ale pie was was the best I had ever come across, and I have enjoyed a few down the years. My wife had a wonderful haddock with a cheese sauce,which she talked about for a few days after we had returned home. The staff were friendly and helpful and really made us feel at home. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and I would recommend Goblin Ha' to anyone who is likely to be in the neighbourhood

We were travelling from Fife to Durham and needed a place to sleep and dine for a night on the way, ideally close to North Berwick. By pure accident we picked the Goblin Ha'. The experience was really very nice. The staff was very welcoming and effective, the room warm, clean, and nicely decorated, the dinner was very nice and so was the breakfast. All of that for a really reasonable price. The only thing we regret is having stayed there only one night!

Visited on a Sunday morning, planned to have breakfast, but had such a poor reception at the bar by a young woman who was untidy in appearance, and clearly couldn’t be bothered with service, I had coffee and when my friend arrived we decided to leave and have breakfast elsewhere

Just had a lovely evening at the goblin ha reasturant, waiting staff, chief and manager all very friendly, we had a lovely meal of advocado and prawns, seered salmon the a sweet all tasty and fresh, I would recommend to anyone and we will definitely return

We were at the Goblin on Friday night with four friends for a meal. This was after receiving an email from the Goblin to say they were back on track with new management and staff after a difficult time!!The service was not particularly great. We ordered the food. My chicken and bacon club salad was awful. The chicken was undercooked!! I asked to speak to one of the staff who came over and said that the chicken was cooked an hour before service and it looked like a blood vessel!! The manager (Dan) came and apologised and said he would organise another salad to be made. Our party had finished eating by the time my salad came to the table.

My family and I recently revisited the Goblin after having vowed to never return due to the serious lack of standards that had fallen onto the place and awful food to go with it... Having read other recent reviews on here I am a little surprised as we felt there was a clear improvement in standards... That said, we did not stay in the rooms which seems to be where the core of the issues comes from and there were more negatives to consider than just staff.

Well what can I say. I can not fault the staff or the food that we had yesterday.

What a lovely pub this is . We had light lunch in the beer garden. The staff friendly as always and the food was excellent. Next time I will be going for the pizza it looked amazing 😁

Looking forward to our third visit However it appears the Menu has been changed

We visited tonight ( as we do about once or twice a month )/. We have noticed that recently the food has not been as good as usual but thought we would give it another go . We ordered the tandoori sea bass - this was the worst meal we have ever had here. The fish was as dry as it could be, the ‘tandoori potatoes ‘ were potatoes with a bit of curry powder through them and the spinach on the side was bland and unseasoned . It was truly awful ? The service was fine and when I mentioned the issues to the waitress there was no problem, she took it off the bill. To be quite honest, I wasn’t worried about the bill but more about a good local restaurant going downhill . Please get a good chef and keep up the previous good standards, tonight was just dreadful - sorry

We recently dined at the Goblin Ha' ....we had eaten there before (prior to their refurb) ...it used to be good. We were very disappointed with service and food on this occasion and we would not recommend or return.

Used to be my favourite venue for special occasions due to being local. Although never particularly great food it was always ok with excellent service and nice setting. Not last night. Food took 1.5 hours to arrive, one meal was sent back, another one should have been sent back and a third one didn't arrive in the first place. The rest were edible at best, all very disappointing. One of the two bar staff was clearly clueless with the other one stressed and oblivious to customers waiting to order. To top it all, we were being 'entertained' by a large group of very loud and obnoxious drunks (who were seated next to a family with small children). We didn't bother staying for dessert and won't be back in a hurry.

Gifford is a small, pretty village in East Lothian and the Goblin Ha' is a pub restaurant with small hotel attached. We'd booked a table for a few friends in advance and when we arrived we were the only ones there. The pub was staffed with a few young girls who seemed more interested in chatting among themselves than serving us. The ordering was haphazard, we all had to order and pay up front separately. They got our order wrong, one of us was served immediately but the rest of us had to wait nearly an hour for our food to arrive. No apologies. The food was ok when it did arrive but does it really take an hour to put a salad together? Very poor service.

We are locals and regulars of the Goblin Ha. We've always enjoyed the lunches, character and banter but we won't be back until the Goblin is sorted out. The place is now going to rack and ruin. The garden is dirty,fag ends and old napkins are left lying, the seat cushions stink, tables need wiped, plants dying in pots ....

We came here for lunch, on a lovely sunny day, because we knew there was a big garden space at the back for our little boys to have some freedom in. Sadly the garden and patio area have seen better days. In some areas it's bordering on dangerous. A broken wooden table and a very broken wooden parasol both just apparently dumped in the grassy area. Numerous cigarette ends and general rubbish in the garden and patio area. What appears to be a potting area is now just a mess. The food was nice enough but the general grubbiness and overall impression of the place spoilt our meal somewhat. We won't be back.

First of all, the staff were lovely: friendly and attentive and I was given £5 off the cost of the meal when I complained about the time it took to get food on our table after ordering (40 minutes). But, after all the long wait I can only say that our food was poor to average at best...sorry!

We arrived and were ignored. I went for menus and was grunted at to collect them from a pile. I went in to place our order for food and drinks. Half an hour later we still had no drinks. I went in the ask about them and the barman was leaning on the empty bar, having completely forgotten our order. 10 minutes later our food arrived and we still had no drinks. The waitress gave us some poor attitude when I reminded her that we still didn't have them. No apology. I had ordered steak fries medium rare. It was a tiny piece of meat, cooked very well done. The kids meals were OK and scampi good but accompanying pea puree stone cold. There were only 2 or 3 other tables in the restaurant at the time. There really is no excuse for this poor service and lack of attention to quality food. I'm really disappointed. We used to come here loads and a stopped after a previous bad experience (when I contacted the restaurant direct and was basically told 'you should have said something at the time') and really wanted to have this back on our list as a local place to visit. Alas, we will not be back

Having been to the Goblin Ha' to eat lunch/dinner several times before we were very disappointed with this visit. The service was poor and the staff really need some more training. Having been given our menus with a reasonable welcome we waited some 10-15 minutes before being asked if we wanted to order drinks. Then some further 5-10 minutes passed before our (main course) order was eventually taken. A reasonable amount of time (20 minutes?) passed until our food arrived. Most was good standard* and tasty. However nobody came to ask if everything was OK* and we waited for at least 10 minutes having finished our main course before giving up on the possibility of being asked if we would like more drinks or the dessert menu. We therefore just got up, paid at the counter and left. The restaurant was not busy compared to previous visits at weekend lunchtime where service had been fine if a bit on the (acceptable) slow side. * re. the food - 1. "green salad" was disappointing with a few of the same type of green lettuce leaves. 2. "Classic Chicken Caesar Salad" had no anchovies despite being listed on the menu. The soft lettuce was not the correct type for that dish . There was way far too much sauce which swamped the flavour of the chicken & bacon. The bacon was not crispy. Sorry but very disappointing and we won't be back. Hope that the Management/Owners take note to improve things for future customers.

We enjoyed the food here and found the atmosphere of the restaurant very comfortable and pleasant for a drink and for a meal. We would eat here again if passing through this area.

I visited with a friend on a week day therefore restaurant was quiet. I ordered fish pie it was ok tasted good but no veg, salad or bread to accompany it I thought this was poor. Service was also not that great I had to go up to the bar every time I wanted a drink as waitress was not available.

My partner and I, along with our 2 dogs had tea here and it was lovely and very filling. The dogs were made very welcome and fussed by the friendly and attentive staff. I had a pizza which was tasty on a thin, crispy base and my partner had garlicky chicken. Both meals left us too full for puddings.

Stayed here for a couple of nights as a family wedding was in Haddington. All the staff were really lovely, friendly and very helpful, especially when my Uncle's partner took ill - allowed us to take up some food to her and nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Beds really comfy and food was good.

I have brought my mother to meet a cousin in this lovely pub on several occasions. The landlord very kindly opened up the garden section of the dining room for us to eat our lunch in as it was quieter for my mother who is rather deaf. In the summer we have had lunch outside in the garden. The service is good with friendly waiters and delicious food. We will return again soon.

We have been here many times and have always had great food with very friendly service. Today we had the steak sandwich and steak frites, both were excellent and very reasonably priced for the quality of the ingredients. The main bar is a nice area to sit in and feels quite relaxed, especially cosy when the open fire is lit. Nice local art on the walls. We’ve taken family here previously who have also been impressed with the food, the garlic mushrooms in particular were a hit! Good selection of beers and cider. All in all a great wee country pub in a nice village and very reasonably priced (coming from Edinburgh!)

It was a cold day, and we had been walking the hills, 31st December. Hungry in Gifford, we spotted the Goblin Ha' and were given a table for four. A warm atmosphere. Friendly. Decent menu. Not too expensive. Fish pie really good, and murmurs of satisfaction from those with fish and chips, and pasta. Would go again.

A friend and I met here for lunch The food and service exceeded our expectations.

Had a lovely lunch here, I had the cauliflower steak, loved it, my friend had a burger very tasty, also had a mocktail each, very very good. The service was excellent, the young girl who served us went out her way to make sure we...

We visited here for a family meal on Sunday. Although busy the service was very attentive and our serve was...

Reliable as ever, they serve up a great Sunday roast here. We both had beef. Excellent range of starters too....

Nice looking restaurant but unfortunately food was pretty average , ran out of ribeye steak and it wasn't very busy!...

Kedgeree was excellent. Small fish and chips were beautifully cooked - seems like a large portion. Excellent service.

We had an excellent meal at the Goblin. Foo d and beverage and staff first class. Black pudding and prawn starters . Rib eye steak s and banana splits excellent. Cannot fault food and service.

Waited over 30 mins for our order of Nachos and a burger. Restaurant quite quiet and other people arriving after us were being served before us. When we reminded staff we still hadn't been served, our meal arrived soon after that , but the nachos were only lukewarm and the burger was raw in the centre. It had to be returned, and another nachos ordered instead. This time they were actually hot. A staff member then tried to tell us that all the burgers looked pink in the middle and that they were actually cooked all the way through. Really?? Won't be going back anytime soon and can't recommend it.

Ate here with my girlfriend last Sunday evening and the meal was an absolute disgrace. The risotto was made from a short grain, supermarket rice and was dripping with so much liquid it looked and tasted as if it had been left out in the rain all day.Confit of duck was overcooked, dry and salty. When I told the duty manager what I thought I was met with an embarrassed silence and no hint of an apology.The waiting staff were highly professional and they have obviously spent a lot of money on the decor lately. Would have done better to invest in a decent chef.

Visited today for what was meant to be a special birthday lunch in a tight two hour slot for our Mum. Had to chase the meals twice for our party of ten, then nine arrived with the other one fifteen minutes later. Chicken was rubbery and not good, as our Mum had had enough by then taxi was called early. Have to say Staff and Manager did apologise and offered free sweets and discount, so they did try to rectify the disaster of a meal, but we won't be back ....sorry...

We had lunch here recently, after a walk in the area. The restaurant has plenty of space in the main bar area, plus a big conservatory and a beer garden. The menu contains a good selection of dishes, and the pizzas we chose were freshly prepared and delicious. Service was friendly and efficient.

I took my family here for a sunday lunch and it was beyond my expectations. The choice on the menu was extensive and there was something to suit all of our taste buds. The portions were generous in size and well cooked. The service was superb and the manager gave us the warmest welcome. (Andy I think was his name) We sat in the conservatory with lovely views over the back garden. The service was prompt and very courteous. The place had such welcoming feel to it that I have not experienced in a while. I will definitely be back

Jolly staff, nice casual lunch fare, lovely beer garden at back ... would return. Also dog friendly ... we don't have a dog but we enjoyed meeting other people's.

Came for a family lunch, Overall most dishes were fine but my wife's fish pie was a disaster. It was very runny and the potatoes had sunk!! Shouldn't they be on the top. Overall it looked exactly the same as the Cullen skink that another family member had. Overall a disappointing visit. This place used to be good

Posto molto bello e caratteristico, cucina tipica veramente ottima e personale molto cordiale, disponibile e simpatico

I ate here recently with a friend and we both thought the food and service were good. Admittedly the pub had only a few tables occupied but our fish and chips were excellent. The village of Gifford is a lovely location and not far from Edinburgh. I certainly will eat here again.

Nice cosy place very friendly bar staff, just somewhere around of pop in after a long walk did not try food

Good choice of menu for all age groups.Good service and pleasant staff. Eat in bar or restaurant. Both clean.

Understaffed & overpriced.We witnessed 5 tables walk out due waiting excessive delays.We waited over 2 hours for 3 portions of fish & chips! If it hadn't been for the fact that nowhere else would still be serving lunch and we had no plans, we would have been the 6th walkout.Despite not delivering any food to tables they were still sitting more people. Greed over service.Felt sorry for the young waiter, clearly not his fault but got the brunt of it.Very badly managed.

Visited after not having been to Gifford for a while. I remembered that we had a good meal here before so was looking forward to dinner. Menu looked good and really nice table in the conservatory. However so disappointed with the food and presentation of it I was quite surprised. To charge nearly £7 for a starter that was just cooked prawns, lettuce and a quarter avocado with a slice of lime amazed me. No sauce, no taste actually. Just all plonked in a fish and served. Main course of kedgeree was ok. However it was in a bowl on a plate and just looked bland. Frankly could have made a better job cooking it myself. My husbands starter was nondescript, his fish and chips main course was nice. We didn't try dessert. I'm quite surprised at the difference in the food being served now, it's not as good as I have had before. Won't be rushing back unfortunately

I have eaten here a lot, however we were there on Saturday 24 June and our meal was horrendous. There was four of us and every meal was bad. My meal the steak and ale pie came through cold. My husband asked for his steak well done and his was very rare. One of the other meals was risotto with char grilled chicken was just warm and no more and there was no chicken we had to ask for this when the risotto was brought back to the table. The fourth one which was just fish and chips was also not very hot.What's more I emailed them direct on Sunday and I have not even had a reply.

Very good food, the black pudding with bacon topped with a poached egg was just delicious as was the haggis, the staff are super attentive well done to the young man serving the tables at 5pm on Friday 9th June, place does need refurbishment hence not 5 stars