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Based on 2.903 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 589 in 2913 in Edinburgh, City of
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The Banshee’s Labyrinth is truly a fantastic spot for a night out in Edinburgh! From the moment you step inside, you’re in for a unique experience. Despite the unassuming entrance, the place is massive inside, sprawling across several rooms with multiple bars, each offering its own vibe and atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to sit back and enjoy a well-crafted cocktail or dive into the lively energy of the main bar areas, there’s something here for everyone. The drinks menu is fantastic, offering a wide selection to satisfy any taste. From classic cocktails to craft beers and unique spirits, the bartenders know how to pour a great drink. The staff is friendly and quick, keeping the energy high and ensuring that everyone has a good time. One of the things that makes the Banshee’s Labyrinth so memorable is its labyrinthine layout – as you explore, you find yourself in different rooms and hidden spaces that make it feel like an adventure. The unique decor, with a hint of gothic charm, adds to the experience, making you feel like you’re in a truly one-of-a-kind venue. In a city filled with vibrant nightlife, the Banshee’s Labyrinth stands out as one of the best places to be. If you’re in Edinburgh and looking for a fun, unforgettable night out, this is a must-visit spot.
Chief Poncho . 2024-10-26
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Banshee is an awesome bar, loads of little nooks and crannies to discover, cool music (if you're into heavy metal and rock, which I am) great service from the bartenders and the beer is really well priced, probably the cheapest I've had in Edinburgh. I like that it really feels like a haunted pub. Definitely worth going to and will be back again for sure!
Jason Harding . 2024-10-24
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Excellent decor. Look forward to exploring it further
charlie fabb . 2024-10-23
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Place with great potential but poorly managed. Still worth stopping by for a beer!
Davide Benedetti . 2024-10-20
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Great venue, bar is a bit small but that's the only negative. Great staff, usually a friendly crowd. Went in on a Thursday recently and got treated to some live death metal unexpectedly. Excellent place.
Mithraic Media . 2024-10-20
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Lovely spot, hidden gem in Edinburgh!
Euan Morrison . 2024-10-19
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Always love playing Banshees. Total destruction! They treat my band good and will do yours
Adam Smyth . 2024-10-18
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Great drinks, friendly staff, toilets could be cleaner and they definitely need a stronger flush
Letetia Grant . 2024-10-14
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Places like this can't exist in the U.S. 10/10
James Seely . 2024-10-11
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2 amazing gin tonics (edinburgh gin) for 10£, and the atmosphere is like nothing else. Absolutely stunning place, you really get to have a unique experience entering this place. Plus everyone is so chill and cool!
Sara Casagrande . 2024-10-09
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"Wtf is this place? Where am i?" That was me the whole time. There a lot of different "chambers" or "dungeons" with different vibes, there was even a cinema inside the pub. Really weird but also really cool, it was fun to visit. Definitely a must if you are visiting Edinburgh
Lucia . 2024-09-30
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Super recommended site, different and with history.
Lourdes Lobo . 2024-09-25
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Very very good pub and special, located in the underground Edinburgh is really worth going and see it
Snowflake . 2024-09-22
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Love the mysterious vibe here. Definitely must go for a pint or to see bands!
Angela Benson . 2024-09-19
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Cool bar. 7 rooms. Free cinema. Live music. Good beer. Dark and mystical
Paul Stephen . 2024-09-17
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Wanted to like it more. Another night, I probably would.
HornetFez . 2024-09-14
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Too many good memories in this place - always a great place to be.
Calixta Cheers . 2024-09-12
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Cocktails are brilliant, love the vibe in the most haunted pub in Scotland!!
andy nichols . 2024-08-31
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A filthy bar, where the waiters/bartender are rude, almost no HACCP rules are respected, the waitress/bartender dips the coke dispenser in the glass? You have to take into account that it is a job and that you have to wash your hands between two different actions. Which of course they don't do. I still can't understand how it is possible to refuse access to this very low quality bar, or even at all, to people wearing jogging pants? Your bar smells of mold, the toilets and staff are dirty, and yet you manage to laugh in the faces of polite and respectful customers who face you only because they have jogging pants? Lamentable. Go to a bar where respect and kindness are advocated, anything but that one.
Falcone Lerouge . 2024-08-28
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They created a 'token' system to see shows but did not tell anyone. Missed shows that we travelled to see due to this.
Kay Wade . 2024-08-24
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Lovely staff, unique building. Had quite the nicest door supervisor - respectful, helpful, efficient - on one Friday night I have ever encountered.
Ian Watters . 2024-08-14
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interesting decor, we wanted to glue something to the ceiling ourselves.
Jan kot . 2024-08-09
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The best beers in an extraordinary meeting place.
JULIO EUGENIO LLORENTE ESCALADA . 2024-08-02
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And if you like stories or maybe this is reality 😉😊😊great!!
vivie Millencourt (Vivie) . 2024-08-02
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Funky and fun atmosphere though a bit dank. Cool movies and other events weekly. The bathroom had a leaky sewage pipe which was disgusting.
David Lowenfels . 2024-07-29
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This place was my absolute favourite in Edinburgh, very cool, very gothic, the staff and the bouncers very actually the nicest people ive met here in Edinburgh. The cinema was amazing (very unusual and original)
Wee Boy . 2024-07-29
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This gothic bar is absolutely amazing! The atmosphere is incredibly cool, with dark and moody decor that really sets the vibe. The staff are super friendly and make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The service is top-notch, with quick and attentive bartenders. It's a great spot to enjoy some unique drinks and soak in the ambiance. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fantastic night out!
Vít Borůvka . 2024-07-29
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The atmosphere in the bar is amazing!
Andréy Snt . 2024-07-25
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Is it a touristy spot? ..yeah probably, I’m a tourist. Is it a little cheesy? Absolutely and in exactly the way you want. Staff is great, this is one of my favorite places to duck out in if there’s a rain shower and I’ve already had dinner.
Jenniffer Baez . 2024-07-23
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Quiet pint after bannermans 530 pm ish Plenty seats / tables
Alexander Lonnie . 2024-07-21
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Had a really fun time as always yesterday attending the horror festival, doctor bonk show! Can’t recommend enough the amazing spooky banshee labyrinth as a venue for a fun nights, festivals and screenings!
Shashank Kumar . 2024-07-21
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I went there to have a drink with my boyfriend and I unfortunately lost my purse in the bar. There’s no way to contact them, all my Ids were inside my purse along with my money. Today I’m flying back home early so I can’t even go back to ask about it. I am utterly dissapointed that I can’t even call them about it. The service was nice, the drinks were good. (Kinga with the hungarian id)
Kinga . 2024-07-20
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Fantastic band tonight ‘Violated’ awesome 🤩
Carole Johnson . 2024-07-14
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I used to love this place, but now the doormen are appalling. I've been refused entry twice for being drunk, when one of those times I'd only had two drinks, so I wasn't even tipsy. Another time, I popped out for a cigarette and wasn't allowed back in, even though my girlfriend was still inside. Both times, I got into many other bars afterwards without any problems. They've completely ruined this place for me, so I won't be back. I used to always recommend this place to people going to Edinburgh, too. Not anymore.
mark cliff . 2024-07-12
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Best bar I've ever been too. The architecture is like an underground gothic maze, the events were amazing, staff were so friendly and interesting people drinking there. So excited to come back here when I return to edinburgh. Also pints are so cheap!
Stoned Cinder . 2024-07-09
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Without a doubt a must-see in Edinburgh. Concerts, movies, horror experiences, beers and whiskey. You can not ask for more.
Francisco Fernández . 2024-07-08
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Went to a gig, place was clean and well lit, the service was good if a bit perfunctory, a bit on the expensive side but overall no complaints.
Robert Dunn . 2024-06-27
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The bar that I liked the most in Edinburgh: horror decoration, labyrinthine corridors with stairs that go up and down, rooms with tables, karaoke, billiards... and even a cinema! The beers are very varied and delicious. Next time I'm back in Edinburgh, I'll be back!
Petri . 2024-06-10
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Very good music, great atmosphere
ewa okla . 2024-06-02
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Amazing venue with reasonably priced drinks and an array of cocktails 🍹 there is a free cinema showing horror films and plenty of bar area. The karaoke is a must.
Kez Fuz . 2024-05-29
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Killer atmosphere and very cool bar. A must stop every time I am in town.
Gabriel Mc . 2024-05-24
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Super cool atmosphere, it's like a maze and in each room there is a different activity (from billiards to karaoke). The cocktails are super cheap and delicious, as well as a great variety and very creative names. Definitely a pub to go see and have a drink if you are in Edinburgh!!
Sigrid Calvera . 2024-05-20
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Horror-themed bar, a creepy and mystifying atmosphere, I loved it.
Mickael Pauly . 2024-05-13
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We were there shortly after it opened during the week. When we asked the staff present, we were completely ignored and after wandering around we left the store again. Unfortunately I can't say whether metal/rock is actually played here.
MΛRLΛK . 2024-05-12
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I've not tried the food but will on my next visit in October, this was a great place to go for late night karaoke after Beltane, loved the decor and the staff were nice.
Dahlia Rose . 2024-05-09
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Great place and great atmosphere. The cinema there is just great!
Reynevan . 2024-05-06
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A completely improbable place where the atmosphere changes as you get lost in this labyrinth! To do for a drink or even watch a film! 😁
Apolline Mariotte . 2024-05-06
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One of my favourite places ☠️☠️☠️
Katarzyna Piekarska . 2024-05-02
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The people who run the karaoke are very unwelcoming and unprofessional to people that they're not already buddies with. They straight up just make a fool of you when you perform and don't even acknowledge you when the song is over.
Nicole Joyce . 2024-04-29
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Groovy pub for children of the night. Our regular haunt, well worth a trip off Royal Mile.
K B . 2024-04-24
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I wasn't expecting anything from this place except maybe a little weird fun. What I got was definitely fun but in the sweetest locals-are-the-best way. I went for karaoke but got invited into the cinema room for a storytelling show called "Diary Confidential" in which grown adults read real things they wrote as kids. It was a touching window into young innocence and angst, and poignantly revealed how we confusing it is to grow up trying to make sense of what the world around us tells us is right/wrong. The locals were cheering for every sentence and meaning every clap and whoop. The bartender, Connor, was an absolute sweetheart and made me feel right at home from the moment I entered the darkened halls. Would recommend to anyone looking for something a little different from the classic pub experience.
MaryTravelsToAndFro . 2024-04-09
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The first Saturday of the month is Fright Night 👻 Did you know Banshees are mythical creatures deeply rooted in Irish folklore, often depicted as female spirits who wail and keen as harbingers of death. They are believed to appear before a death in a family, particularly those of old Irish lineage. Descriptions vary, but banshees are commonly portrayed as pale, spectral women with long, flowing hair dressed in white or grey robes. Their mournful cries are said to be heard at night, signalling impending doom. Legend has it that each family has its own banshee, bound to their bloodline, with her appearance typically preceding the death of a family member. While banshees are often associated with sorrow and foreboding, they are not considered malevolent or harmful themselves. Instead, their presence is seen as a warning or a form of mourning. The origins of banshees remain shrouded in mystery, with some theories linking them to ancient Celtic beliefs in supernatural beings associated with death and the afterlife. Over time, banshees have become iconic figures in Irish mythology, featured in literature, art, and popular culture, where their haunting presence continues to captivate imaginations around the world 🧚♀️🪄✨️🍺
Prof. A. Reekie DSc . 2024-04-08
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Great bar for alternative people. Went there for a movie screening and again a few days later. Will visit again. Good choice of beers and drinks in general
Thomas Fasching . 2024-04-03
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Gothic place for rock and beer lovers
Jose Antonio González Martin . 2024-03-26
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The bartender is an absolute bellend. Extremely rude and is on a power trip. An embarrassment to an otherwise cool place. Refusing to accept a legal form of ID and kicking out people after they’ve paid for their ticket already… An absolute scam.
Levente Hegedűs . 2024-03-24
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Bar service. Got a few drinks orders wrong. Good company and good night.
Leona Mullen . 2024-03-15
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Very interesting bar. Really enjoyed exploring around. We will be back
jenny Healy . 2024-03-13
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Place of young people with a very varied atmosphere. Something special decoration and many rooms to sit and have a few beers.
Dario Vigueras . 2024-03-13
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It was an absolutely fantastic little place The atmosphere was truly amazing I loved the wee cinema
Amanda Gow . 2024-03-12
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Mods, rockers, punks, goths and Hell's Angels, I've met them all in this little gem, and also have played numerous gigs here with my band and saw various others. There's a cinema, a pool table and loads of little nooks and crannies to sit in. Karaoke nights are always fun and the barstaff are always braw and cheerful.
Euan Turnbull . 2024-03-07
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Brought my daughter 20 here to see a band (comfort girl) but the security wouldn't let her in what I could only see as disability discrimination she had ID we weren't drinking I was absolutely furious. I have been a customer here for many years, and this experience has really put me off. I do think there is a problem in Edinburgh just now with problematic doormen though.
Sara Cunningham . 2024-03-06
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Very atypical pub which has the merit of always being open and until very late even during the week!
Jeremy Denise . 2024-03-06
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Best place in Edinburgh, but if I had a complaint, it would be the music. This place deserves gothic/postpunk ambient for sure. The staff was amazing and always a smile on their faces, thank you so much!
Aribeth de Tylmarande . 2024-03-05
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Didn't eat but good beer and interesting to wonder around. Some interesting tunes played as well. : )
Simon Mitchell . 2024-02-12
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Beautiful maze of madness - loved the short little time I had there - was on my go to list in Edinburgh The drinks I tried weren't my type of thing but definitely pushed my comfort zone and loved that experience - Draculas Bite was gorgeous!!
Hayley . 2024-02-06
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Not our usual sort of haunt but it's a popular bar in a great location and a huge difference compared to many of the establishments nearby. I can see why it's so popular and it's definitely worth a visit.
Josh Fletcher . 2024-02-04
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Un bar à se perdre dedans presque 👻👻🏚️🎃 excellente accueil 🤣 la soirée techno du 02 février était génial merci. Leur Cocktails sont très bons ! Super staff 👍
Paulo Tomé De Faria . 2024-02-03
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Lovely rock bar, quite massive inside! We had some drinks and shots for my birthday, it was a Thursday evening so it wasn't very busy but I imagine it to get busier at weekends!
Chan G . 2024-01-30
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I like it, the staff are busy but friendly and it's one of the nicer venues open late in the centre of Edinburgh, a small cinema space often shows classic movies and you could spend an hour exploring the character of its many small rooms/arches. The beer is OK but their range of mysterious cocktails makes up for that in conjunction with their reasonable prices considering its the city centre. Worth popping in at least once.
Ben Zyl . 2024-01-28
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Shocking wouldn't let us in for no reason at all door man so rude I was gutted.. so looking forward to there 🥲 I'll be telling everyone I know now not to go here instead 😊💀
Andrea Stewart . 2024-01-28
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We had a few drinks there and it was quite an experience. It is not a fancy pub, but It definitely has a lot of history in it. It is styled to be a hard rock place but any one is welcomed. As a tourist looking to discover all of the historic places in Edinburgh, this pub located in an old volts is one of a kind experience !
Natalia Fernandes . 2024-01-27
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Great spot. Brilliant music, friendly staff, good prices. But the toilets were a total bomb site. But other than that, it's a great bar
Alan Cairns . 2024-01-24
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We only scratched the surface, and I get the impression that there is so much more to see in here
Adelaide Fox . 2024-01-21
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You can absolutely tell this is the best bar in town. Lots of young folk, uni students, young musicians. Super super good energy. No ghosts though; at least I didn't sense anything like a banshee. Did sense some spiritual things on my own in that corridor thing near the downstairs bar and the performance area but it wad more just a residual energy than anything profound. Not disappointed though. Came for ghosts stayed for the vibe
Mikhail . 2024-01-19
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A nice place to make your night with a good ambiance!!
Loïck RAWSKI . 2024-01-14
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Brilliant bar, staff are so friendly and nice, and they had no bother making every cocktail on their menu for me. Would be my local if I lived here
Rebekah Dunne . 2024-01-14
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Definitely not the cheapest of drinks but the venue is very exciting with many rooms to choose from including a cinema! Would recommend.
Sean Lynch . 2024-01-13
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Un sitio muy extraño… es cuirioso de ver entramos a los bajos e hicimos una visita. Pero no nos quedamos había poca gente y el estilo macabro que tenía no nos gustó.
Jose Luis Hidalgo Casado . 2024-01-03
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+ special decoration + free cinema - Only one bar was open
Aluchaertli . 2024-01-02
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Favourite bar in Edinburgh, hands down. Such a varied, and most importantly, WEIRD experience. Old man bar section, live music section, weird wee cave section, cinema, just loads of weird little corners, and a place to hang no matter the vibe. Nice staff, and great bit of history.
Dave G . 2023-12-21
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Last time I visited Edinburgh I saw this pub from the outside but didn’t get the chance to call in! So this time I visited Edinburgh I made sure I paid a visit! The pub really matches its name! It really is a labyrinth! There were so many different rooms and areas to sit and I also believe I saw a pool table? I loved the spooky and creepy decor throughout the pub such as the little creepy dolls hidden around corners and old torturing devices that you can pose for a photo in! Drink was great! We had a great visit and so did our little doggy! Thank you so much!
thetrustytripgal . 2023-12-17
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Welcoming bar, friendly staff, and really cool music venue
Amy McNair . 2023-12-16
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Very cool place on an off street in old town. Said most haunted pub in Edinburgh and I believe it. The decorations was great. It lived up to its labyrinth name but it made it even more fun to walk around and find a good spot to enjoy your drinks
Ludvigsson21 . 2023-12-03
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Didn't eat in the must haunted pub in Edinburgh, no ghost but a lot of spirits 👻
Bruce Miller . 2023-12-02
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Incredibile!!! Un vero labirinto in centro ad Edimburgh!! Se vuoi guardare un film gratuito in una sala molto accogliente, questo è il posto!! Sembra di essere negli anni 70 … Per poi trovare in ogni discesa di scala un Bar Pub a tematica surreale!! Gruppi che suonano, buona birra è soltanto musica dal vivo!! Non puoi non conoscerlo!! Consigliato assolutamente!!
Monica Charczuk . 2023-12-01
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Nice place to spend time with friends. It has pool table, cinema, live music and reasonable drinks
Masoud Ghaderi . 2023-11-28
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Great place to mix and mingle with the gang of chosen friends. Great service
rupa mukhopadhyay . 2023-11-25
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It is one of the best music venues in Edinburgh for rock and metal bands!
Robot Death Monkey . 2023-11-23
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What a great wee place full of atmosphere. So many nooks and crannies, very dark. Found it to be very chilly in parts, moved tables twice. Loved reading the stories on the wall about wee molly and old jock.
P764VFamandab . 2023-11-20
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This place was so cool. I had never been to Edinburgh or even Scotland so when i googled "metal bars Edinburgh" this came up and seemed fun. I was shocked at how cool this place was. I had never been to a place like this before in Vancouver. Each little room had its own vibe. It was so exciting being able to explore through each hallway and find more rooms branching off from them. The three bands Melted Messiah, Robot Death Monkey and Solar Sons were all amazing and friendly to talk to. The staff were very welcoming and i had an amazing time. I've already told a bunch of friends that they have to visit when they go to Edinburgh. I will 100% be coming back here and this place is a big part of the reason i want to come back to Edinburgh. Thanks! 🤘
Andrew Rowan . 2023-11-20
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This place really is a labyrinth. Bars, dance floor, stages, cinema... All split between levels and catacomb spaces. Excellent fun!
Jessica Ashford . 2023-11-20
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They had gluten free beer and the place was an absolute experience. I would recommend to go! Thanks to Angel from the ghost free tour for recommending 🤭
Yaiza Cabeza . 2023-11-19
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A lovely place to visit and try out the diffrent sections. Drinks well priced and the theme is a wee bit diffrent.
Stu Mac . 2023-11-16
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Really Enjoyed my time with the boys at the Crystal Maze Bar. Lots of different rooms to keep you entertained. The shackles and stocks down the dark tunnel provided some great fun and games. Also a cinema room down the hall Sleepless in seattle was on on the Friday followed by Forrest Gump on the Saturday. Smashing vibe and Music. Doormen also 5 star and very observant noticed a few of us were a little light headed due to our escapades in the aztec zone and suggested a 20 minute time out period. We will be back. All the best.
Robert Waghorn . 2023-11-13
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scary, excellent, and good humor, with original drinks, and if you are lucky a little girl will be seen in the corner of your eyes, to try
rom lla . 2023-11-13
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we watch movies. we drink. it is all very good. thank you
Elin Jones . 2023-11-11
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Cooler Laden mit mehreren Räumen.
A. S. . 2023-11-10
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This is your goth bar of choice, really randomly arranged and fair price for drinks in Edinburgh.
Ben Coomber . 2023-11-07
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Quirky unique pub but not for the faint of heart. Dark, atmospheric and full.of spooky chambers and rooms.
X1851QIcherylm . 2023-11-06
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Meh. The staff were rude, the place looks dirty and in disarray (and not what's on brand with the theme of the place) hopefully their self proclaimed spectres and ghosts pay their bills
Tommy Wilkinson . 2023-10-31
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