Starbank Inn in Edinburgh, City of

I'll keep this review simple. Great food, with great company and the staff are great and attentive. The mushroom chilli was amazing . Compliments to the chefs. And compliments to Michelle for picking up on my diary allergy for dessert 😇 . Vegan ice cream was lovely and so was the pear and pistachio tart. I want more of the tart 🤤. Looking forward to coming again , next visit to Edinburgh 🤤.

Delicious food, great service and beautiful seafront location.

Love it here - the staff are always so friendly and the manager in particular is brilliant - she will always find you a spot even if the place seems full! Haven’t eaten here, only drinks but always enjoy it

Service a bit slow but they're busy. So many dogs inside! Amazing. Food is delicious. Edit: A year or so later I just want to emphasize the fact that I've discussed this place repeatedly both with friends from the UK and friends visiting the UK. Specifically how amazing a dog-friendly bar is, but also my main memory is bringing my mom back here on our last day in the city and some gigantic four legged cloud named George came barreling up to us like HELLO WELCOME TO STARBANK and the staff was like omg sorry about George and I was like ?????? The food was good but George was the star. Literally this place has left immaculate vibes on my soul.

Genuinely the best food that I've had in the United Kingdom. The Steak Pie was fantastic, the fried chicken was surprisingly good, the chips were supper, and everything else was good. I'm considering coming back for dinner 🍽️

Great traditional pub. Lively landlady, lovely staff.

On 7th September, I visited there for our lunch with my wife. All staffs were very good. And our ordered meals were very good. We enjoyed very much. We are starting the 12 PuB Trail. I think it is very good trail. Today, we got nice two glasses from the trail awards from this Inn. It was also very good. Looking forward to visiting again soon. Thank you!

The Starbank is a favourite for Friday tea usually once a month or so. The food is excellent - recommend the Korean Chicken burger but watch out for the red chillies which are really hot (not a criticism). The staff are excellent, attentive but not in your face. Great pub.

Brilliant pub and the food was top notch,we ordered 2 steaks which were done to perfection,the staff couldn't do enough to help,Phil &bev from the wirral

This is a great place for a bite to eat and good drinks! The food and drinks are so amazing and the staff is super friendly. We felt like locals when we went there.

Such an amazing place!!! Food and drinks are amazing and the staff is so friendly! We came back for a second time on our trip to Edinburgh.

Sunday lunch with some of the family. Dishes are always cooked perfectly. Had the steak & ale pie today with a beef dripping gravy, mash & hishi cabbage. Although not on the starkbanks menu, a greene king favourite of ours is the roast chicken or beef yorkshire pudding wraps, which tastes out of this world We found this dish at another greene king, The Olde Rooms in Weymouth, Dorset. After my main, I chose the sticky toffee pudding with custard and a soft drink. I have also ordered the salt & pepper squid starter before and recommend. The Starbank Inn sells blue label non alcohol lagers in bottles for those who, like me, have made the choice to no longer drink alcohol but have no problems sitting in the company with others at our table that do and having something similiar. It's always a delight dining at the Starbank Inn.

Places in the US spend tens of thousands to make their bars look the way this one does effortlessly. A charming British pub with great beer. The food that we had was exceptional and the staff was friendly.

Excellent food & beer. Staff was extremely friendly. Highly recommend.

The staff working here are always so lovely! Big shout out to my faves Natalie, Michelle and Lewis. Comfy local pub with nice chill vibes.

Great beers and cosy pub, perfect location just in front of the sea - this is a lovely place, I definitely recommend this pub. ✨🍺🍀

A phenomenal upper-class pub with excellent food. The pies are very very good.

I've changed my mind about the Starbank. I first thought it was the poorer cousin of the nearby Old Chain Pier. I was wrong. Starbank is rich in atmosphere, dogs and friendly staff. Sure, it looks busy when you walk in... and it probably will be because a nice pub like this is popular. I go around the corner to the table service area. It's often more quiet although you do need to eat. It's a Bellhaven pub, so you might already know the menu, but until you try it you can't know how well the kitchens here do at making it tasty. The burger and pint deal is my favourite. I mentioned the dogs, right? This is a doggo pub. I'm disappointed if there isn't a cute fuffball to distract me.

Fantastic food and great service!

Staff perfect out there way to help and serve you house salad over salted also starters .pity as good service and a relaxed atmosphere for deinks

Excellent food, great beer, good service, and a good view. Recommended.

We got stranded late at night and went looking for dinner , the kitchen was already closed but the owner was soo lovely and kind and let us order ubereats to the pub. She made sure we got everything we need and they even stayed longer open for us. Felt like home - can warmly recommend- thank you !!:)

Nice atmosphere, friendly people and service!

I searched for a great place to visit outside of Edinburgh, and boy am I glad I ventured out here. Fresh, crisp salad, perfect fries and delicious fish cakes done beautifully. Staff was not just friendly but helpful and warm. Loved the view and atmosphere.

So as my son was celebrating his 12th birthday we decided to go to this pub for a meal and watch the England vs Switzerland match over the weekend . We was asked have we booked a table . As we didn't we was worried. Anyway the manager asked are you dining with us tonight we said yes please . She asked are we drinking alcohol and did we want to watch the football we again said yes please . She seated us and our orders taken . Not a problem. As my son finished his meal the manager said she couldn't serve us alcohol anymore as our child had stopped eating . So we ordered desert and got served from another member of staff . The manger then came back over and asked us about the drinks . We said another staff member served us as my son had ordered desert . She wasn't happy . Couple of minutes just before my son had finished his desert the manager harassed us with questions about when are we leaving, have we finished our drinks . Even tho clearly you could see we still had our drinks full on the table . 40 minutes into the first half she comes over again without asking picks up my son coca cola drink sticks her nose inside the glass and sniffs it . My family was in shock . Never witnessed anything in my life . She just says just checking. Didn't know what to say to her . Absolutely shocking behaviour from a owner of a public house . Never going again and warn people if you have kids do not visit for a meal 😡😡😡

Fantastic food. Fast and friendly service. Good collection of wine and whiskey. Lots of guest beers to choose from. And very pet friendly.

Popped in here for lunch by myself, really lovely bar staff, nice clean environment and good food. I ordered the duck hash and it was lovely

Lovely pub atmosphere with good food very reasonably priced and a view across the harbour. Staff were all really lovely 😍

quick stop only, a drink and a few snacks. very friendly and the food was actually really good, recommend for a stop and snack

A lovely bar with friendly and helpful staff, a great selection of drinks, tasty food and in a lovely location with great views of the Firth of Fourth. Dog friendly too!!! Certainly worth a visit if your in the area 😀👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Friendly local pub, with a nice selection of drinks (excellent if you like whiskey) and plenty of food to keep your stomach happy.

Popped in on a Sunday lunchtime and hadn't booked...but there were lots of tables available cos its surprising how big this place is. We sat at a window seat and enjoyed the view over the water. The server was really pleasant and courteous. Explained the specials and went into detail without being boring. My partner had the Sunday roast pork which looked delicious and he ate every morsel although it was a really generous portion. I had the steak and ale pie which was absolutely delicious! Light flaky puff pastry with lots of gravy ...topped up by an extra portion on the side!! WOW! Amazing...big chunky chips salted and cabbage grilled ..again a really generous portion. I wish we lived nearer this FAB pub...it would definitely be our local! Thanks for the hospitality.

Dropped in for lunch here having walked from the Botanic Gardens on the way to the Royal Yacht Britannia. What a lovely pub. Very nice inside, good selection of beers and we had a very tasty and excellent value lunch off the "specials" board

Good food, very friendly staff, great food and even better views. My local away from home........ actually, better than my local!

I am so happy we found this little pub😍 it’s my third time coming to Scotland and my friend were looking for lovely places during our short stay we went to the Starbank Inn twice. Lovely atmosphere and amazing service!

As a french guy from Paris, we don't have those, but in comparison to all pubs i've been to, this place is really a little heaven in the heart of Newhaven. Great food, great beers, the owner is really nice, the place is clean and warm with an océan view. A real old fashoned and classy pub in a lovely neighberhood.

Very nice and cosy interior and very friendly and helpful staff. Food was the usual pub food with a nice selection of ales. The view to the sea was very nice too. If you happen to be in the area definitely pop in.

Liked lots, will be back sometime...... Never ate!

This is a really friendly and welcoming little bar. The landlady is just lovely, very chatty and bubbly. Good food at reasonable prices and nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommended.

How can you not love this pub ? After another family celebration here it never lets us down, terrific staff,lovely grub and as good a selection of beers you'll find anywhere, proud to call ourselves regulars.

Came here with my dad to watch the football. Really enjoyed the food, company and our time here and will hopefully be back soon

Fantastic food, lovely and welcoming and dog friendly.A great place that we love

Just nipped into the star bank for a sneaky lunch absolutely delicious.

Arrived back after our first Starbank golf club outing of the season. Great night with excellent food and drink. Roll on 13th May for our next outing, photos will be posted.

Great wee pub, looking out over the water! Food is delicious and staff really friendly. A guy with a bigger table offered to move for us, which I thought was very sweet. Calamari and Starbank Burger were both fab!!

Really friendly public house ican highly recommend the roast sirloin for Sunday lunch great beer to match

Amazing welcome. Tony was great! The food was terrific, especially the gravy. We enjoyed the Sunday beef with trimmings and the steak and ale pie.

Wonderful food and the staff was extremely nice!

Best pub experience ever! The food is amazing, it feels like home 🩵 The service is great, the staff is caring and nice! Really nice views. Just perfect!!

Go to the Starbank regularly mostly for drinks but occasionally for food the level of service and the friendly welcome from the staff is excellent people I know who are not as frequent visitors as I am have commented on how much they enjoyed there visit to the Starbank and how welcoming and friendly the staff were and thoroughly enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Brian Mckinlay

What a lovely time we had this evening, thank you to Aileen, Faye and Natalie for the wonderful service, lovely food and being so very kind. The decaf coffee and beer went down really well as did the divine sticky toffee pud. We will definitely be back…thanks to you all!! 😊

Disappointing to enter a busy local & regular boozer, in the early evening on Easter Day with friends, to receive no welcome from staff behind the bar, most of whom were grouped by the coffee machine, looking as though they really didn’t want to interact with customers. The service when it came from Tony and then Adam was helpful and efficient. Natalie as ever was warm and welcoming when floor walking. Sometimes this place is great, other times really not.

Lovely pub. Good pub grub. Some of the staff not very welcoming. And an odd rule of no children unless eating a FULL meal. So if you have a dog and no kids. it’s great but if you have kids, I’d go elsewhere and give your custom where it’s wanted.

We had a nice lunch with our children. Great options for everyone and very pleasant staff.

We were passing the Starbank Inn on the way back from a nice family easter walk. The kids were thirsty so we thought this place looks nice, lets pop in. They have a very small sign around foot level as you walk in the door which says something along the lines of "children only allowed in for dining and not just drinks". I thought that's fine we'll order some food. We ordered some drinks, a kids meal and a couple of portions of chips. The waitress didn't say anything after our order, just walked away which we found strange. She returned a few minutes later saying they'll let it slide on this occasion but in future the adults MUST order a main meal or we cannot have kids in. This seems completely over the top and it should state on the sign at the entrance that an adult MUST purchase a main meal in order to allow children in. It's a shame that they discriminate against families with kids in this way as it seems a nice pub/restaurant and would have been somewhere we would be likely to visit more regularly. Looks like the old chain pier will be a better option for us in the future.

Fantastic pub located 15 minutes walk along the promenade from Wardie Bay. Alternatively you can get the 23 bus along Ferry Road and walk down the hill. This place is warm and friendly. There is a great buzz when live sports events are on. Often there is a raffle for charity and a free pie at half time! It is a popular, dog-friendly venue. There are some benches out front next to the park, and also a small beer garden to the rear. There is a disabled toilet and a wheelchair accessible entrance to the side of the building.

Great pub friendly and helpful staff good food and selection of local ales 🍺

I had been in the bar on a midweek afternoon and checked the poster to see what live sport would be shown as I had wanted to watch the Celtic v Livingston Scottish Cup quarter-final on Sunday 10/3/24. This match was listed. When I entered the bar I noticed that none of the screens were showing this game. When I asked if the TVs would be turned over at the final whistle of the English football match the response was "Aye, obviously". Therefore I expected to still be able to see 70 minutes of the game. When I mentioned to another member of staff that advised me I could sit at a table briefly even though it had a reservation sign on it, I asked "Will I be able to stay until the end of the game at 4.15?" I was then asked which game I was looking to see. When I responded "Celtic v Livingston" I was advised that this game would not be shown as previous experience had shown that rugby and English football were far more popular than Scottish football (other than games involving Hearts and Hibs). I pointed out that I had checked in advance that the game would be shown and had travelled specifically to watch the game as I support Livingston. I did receive an apology from one member of staff; however, another staff member said "You should have gone to the game in person" (or words to that effect). Furthermore, when I ordered a coffee as I was looking for something non-alcoholic, a staff member made a comment about going to a pub and ordering coffee. I am extremely disappointed that the advertised sporting fixture was not shown (if the posters are sent in pre-printed, then a marker pen or some correcting fluid could easily be used to make any changes). The response of "Aye, obviously" (which turned out to be wrong) was uncalled for: "Yes" would have been a far more polite response if it had been true. I do not believe the staff should be making any judgements about what people drink or instructing people to spend their money on train and match tickets rather than in their pub. To be fair, my experience on this occasion was not typical and was perhaps influenced by the staff being under stress due to being exceptionally busy with Mother's Day and custom for the sports events that were being shown. When I have been here at quieter times I have received good service and been able to see my choice of sport.

We had a meal in the Starbank for the first time recently. I had the pub classic Steak and Ale pie meal. Given the selection of main meals available I was surprised when I checked with the staff that there was no option to have seasonal vegetables. The steak pie, which was lovely, came with chips/mash and a wedge of cabbage – a vegetable I’m not too keen on. My wife is vegetarian and she chose to have the Salad with halloumi as it was the only dish to suit her. The salad was OK but there was only a very small amount of Halloumi. Given this was her equivalent of my decent sized steak pie, she was disappointed with the size of the serving. It was fortunate that she ordered a side of chips! This meal seemed to us to be rather over-priced for what you got. The Starbank is a great traditional pub to visit and we’d go back sometime but just for drinks I suspect.

We had a meal in the Starbank for the first time recently. I had the pub classic Steak and Ale pie meal. Given the selection of main meals available I was surprised when I checked with the staff that there was no option to have seasonal vegetables. The steak pie, which was lovely, came with chips/mash and a wedge of cabbage – a vegetable I’m not too keen on. My wife is vegetarian and she chose to have the Salad with halloumi as it was the only dish to suit her. The salad was OK but there was only a very small amount of Halloumi. Given this was her equivalent of my decent sized steak pie, she was disappointed with the size of the serving. It was fortunate that she ordered a side of chips! This meal seemed to us to be rather over-priced for what you got. The Starbank is a great pub to visit and we’d go back sometime but just for drinks I suspect.

Our recent dining experience at the Starbank Inn in Leith left me thoroughly impressed and satisfied. From the moment we entered the restaurant, we were greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the stage for a decent pub meal.

Best roast of my life and incredible service despite a busy six nations day.

We were staying in Edinburgh to see our daughter and wanted one night with a local pub. We felt so welcome, the food was lovely and the whisky recommendation was brilliant!! Saw locals and visitors there and the atmosphere was great 😃👍

Visited this pub on a recent visit to Edinburgh. It was one of the nicest pubs we’ve been into for a long time. From the minute we walked in we felt comfortable and welcomed by both the landlady and the barman. We had a lovely meal and would definitely recommend the Starbank Inn.

Fremder, wenn du in der Nähe bist, geh hin😉

Staff friendly. Food tasty hot well presented 5 stars all round

Pintas confortables. Pub escocés.

Was here for the first time with a friend and my dog. Enjoyed our lunch, nice, clean well stocked bar and the staff were very friendly. Will definitely go back, especially as they'll be showing the six nations rugby next month!

Great fresh food and relaxing pub. Cosy too!

Great location, stunning views, good drinks selection five stars for that but its freezing cold. No heating. Only marginally warmer than being outside.

Food was good staff are really nice so good they allow dogs think that's great 👍

Just entered for a New Year's pint of real ale. Excellent atmosphere and the Starbank Ale was just what the Dr ordered. Happy New year.

Great pub, great atmosphere staff are brilliant, and the manager Michelle is fantastic hoast. Love all the staff.

Super Kneipe und tolle Bedienung.

Fisch and Chips sehr zu empfehlen. Große Auswahl an Bieren. Sehr nette Bedienung

We had a wonderful Christmas dinner at the Starbank today. The best I think I have ever had in any restaurant, hotel or bar. It couldn’t be faulted. The two gentleman who served us could not have been more attentive or helpful. I’ll be going back to sample more of their menu.

Pub très agréable, situé en bord de mer. Bon service et bonne bière

This was our first time at the Starbank Inn and it didn't disappoint. The friendly welcome extended to us as we arrived at 1pm on a Saturday was very nice. As two of our party have mobility issues they sat us near where we came in ,a change to where they had originally had us placed which was very considerate of them. We had main meals only and they were delicious. Fish and chips. Burger and chips and i had the steak pie which came with chunky chips. The steak pie was delicious, the meat just fell apart and was so tender, and the little pot of gravy made with beef dripping was so so tasty. The food was quick to come and piping hot . We will definitely be back. We dealt with 4 members of staff and they were just great, could have a little banter and they could not have done any more for us

Absolutely brilliant place. Well done to Michelle and her Team.

Super friendly staff! Gave free meat pies during rugby match. Awesome place!

Lovely pub right on the Newhaven shore. Ridiculously friendly staff. We came for a cheeky beer. Cheers Kirsty and Natalie!

Certainly had better food over the years, very disappointed including the price.

Been here for a drink some time ago and the food looked great so we booked a table for 3 this time. Staff ever so friendly and lovely atmosphere. All food good but sea trout and sunday beef lunch exceptional. Good value for money too. Won't hesitate to visit again when staying in Leith. Well done Starbank staff.

Enjoyed atmosphere Starbank park a must visit if fit to get up hill Staff very attentive Beers ciders excellent

Really nice and cosy kind of pub with a restaurant at the back. Food was really good and the service very friendly!

Excellent Inn with a friendly accomodating service

Lovely food with a good selection and very friendly staff. Thanks!

I like this place, we’re here relatively regularly. The staff are always lovely and it’s a pretty wee place. It’s been a while this time between visits and I was a wee bit disappointed this time around. While the staff were still lovely, and the place as pretty as ever, the food is no longer value for money. While it is still delicious, the size of fish you get for nearly £18 was ludicrous, if I’m really honest. I didn’t exactly leave full. The prices have gone up and the portion sizes have gone way down and, unfortunately, I just can’t see myself returning any time soon as it really is terribly value for money. Real shame because the fish really is tasty, I’d just expect a lot more for the very high price.

I sought out this restaurant on internet before arriving in Edinburgh because of its amazing charm. After visiting the restaurant, we were delighted with its interior, helpful service and tasty food. When we visiting Edinburgh in the future again, we will certainly stop again.

While travelling from Australia we dropped in for a quick lunch. Had the Sunday Roast, I have to say up there with the best ever! Super clean Pub and fantastic staff.

A great place after a long day where you can chill and listen to the vocal music. Drinks and bartenders are awesome 👍

Just popped in for a couple of drinks. Didnt eat but there were several reserved tables. Seemed to be populated by several locals. Nice old fashioned pub. Only downside is a lack of parking. We will be back.

Great place, warm and friendly people, really enjoyable food and drinks

Chicken Katsu Burger was the best burger I've ever had. Dessert also amazing, and very good service. 👍

We had a lovely meal for our daughters 12th birthday last week, food was fantastic and staff are so lovely. Always come back to the Starbank for brill food and service, thank you for being a great local, child friendly place 😊 xx

One of my favourite pubs in all of Edinburgh. Great selection of beers and ales, consistently delicious food (try their signature pork belly!), impeccable service.

Sehr schönes Lokal am Meer. Tolle Aussicht. Sehr freundliche Bedienung und sehr feines Essen. Wir waren hier schon letztes Jahr essen und mussten dieses Jahr einfach wieder hin gehen.

Really good food and vibe down at the harbour in Leith

Drove a 90-mile round trip, and it was more than worth it. Had fish and chips, which were excellent. The staff were very helpful and pleasant. We will be back again soon. I would highly recommend the Starbank to all.

It’s a lovely pub right on the Granton sea front with amazing views across to Kirlcady. ( weather permitting) . The staff are welcoming and accommodating and it seems will always greet you with a smile and be personable. The food isn’t fancy but wholesome pub food , efficient , great service it’s quick and will fill your belly. It’s has a family feel and many from trinity , Newhaven and granton areas from just up the road go to enjoy a family occasion, meeting friends or just a quiet pint after a hards days work. It’s great for tourists visiting the harbour as you can get the taste of friendly Edinburgh local pub. Big sports day it’s transforms in a lively enthusiastic well mannered but packed house with all smiles. Only negative the kitchen should stay open later as there are many tourists during high season .