The Riccarton Inn in Edinburgh, City of

Typical Scottish pub! Desserts at the Top!

Reasonably priced rooms but no breakfast supplied now. Beds were very soft - I prefer an orthopaedic mattress, but others may like this. Only one power socket near the bed, however the bedside light had two USB charging sockets. Ideal location for catching the 44 bus right outside the pub straight into the centre of Edinburgh ! Bus stop is called Currie Library. Free parking to the rear of the hotel.

The room I had booked was really cheap, so I wasn't expecting much and when I first got to the pub, I was really pleasantly surprised, it was lovely. Very friendly welcome and despite me being very early, I was shown to my room. Sadly it mostly went downhill from there. There were no toiletries supplied, not even soap or handwash - luckily I had my own so I could wash my hands. Once the water eventually ran hot that is - it took several minutes running the tap until it was hot - what a waste of water. There was a coffee machine in the room - brilliant, I thought! Except when I went to make myself an early coffee before I left in the morning, there wasn't any milk supplied. No one around to get some from either - and there was no breakfast available, which I hadn't realised until I got there, not a huge problem for me, but was surprising. Bed was incredibly uncomfortable - I really didn't sleep well on it. Far too hard and springy, my back was aching badly the next morning. The curtains didn't shut the light out, so the room didn't get very dark. The shower was terrible, not much pressure, and there were no shelves on which to put shampoo etc, so you had to keep bending down in a very tight space. The food in the pub was great. I ordered a couple of large whiskies to help my dinner go down, and had no idea until the bill came that they were almost £10/shot! I paid £40 for 2 large whiskies, which was a bit of a shock, I feel they could have mentioned it when I ordered them. The staff were also not particularly friendly or welcoming (I didn't see the lady who welcomed me originally again). Location was great - bus stop right outside, which took about 35 minutes into Edinburgh; also there was a train station about 15 mins walk downhill which was about 20 mins to the centre.

Excellent lunch with great service.

Good food, friendly staff, nice atmosphere

Easy to get there on the Bus, food was hearty, and service efficient.

So sorry to write this but it is very average which is fine for pub grub but not at the prices they charge. The Riccy and Kinleith used to be good. Sorry they are not now.

Went for family lunch and have to say the service! The food and ambience was top notch! Fish and chips really good! Macaroni excellent and tasty burger! Will definitely be back!

Amazing staff, nothing too much trouble, service fast and food gorgeous! Value exceptional, the back of house team and front of house work effortlessly together. Always busy but covers produced in the time scale expected, Julie, I would take her home! Warm, friendly and just has that thing which is exceptional customer service, a rarity in hospitality, if only I had her in my business. Perfect for a pint, lunch or dinner! Lone diner or group! Fantastic. Thank you

Staff have no training. Slow service, many mainstream drinks are missing from the bar.

Nice pub and dining area. Decent range of pub food, and of good quality. Decent range of beers. Pleasant atmosphere. Bar is dog friendly but only guide dogs etc in food area. Good service. Car park. Bus stop right outside. Can't comment on rooms.

Love this place . Their food served well and tasty too . The staff is friendly

I haven't stayed there, but I have enjoyed eating at The Riccarton Inn several times, I would recommend it.

We didn't stay over so can't comment on the rooms, but the dinner service is excellent and we will most certainly be back!!

Staff were lovely, service was great, food was fantastic, and it was clean.

This truly was a pub with a few rooms - 4 to be exact. The rooms were clean, but a bit dated. The bed was not as firm as it could have been - I felt like I could roll right off the side. The tub was deep - great for a hot soak - but lacked handles to hoist oneself up and out. The shower apparatus was confusing also. The pub was packed the night we arrived and were told we could only stay a short time (without a booking) due to their trivia game night - so we ate hurriedly and retired early. Breakfast was delicious and generous - but it lacked consistently from day to day - depending on who was on duty. Jeff & Hazel were very pleasant. If you like a good pub and a lively atmosphere, this is your place. If you want a quiet respite for older weary tourists, you should look elsewhere. Very limited parking.

Great Option if you are traveling on a budget!

Very friendly staff. Very very good food. Nice clean rooms. Nice terrace to relax. Family atmosphere. Will definitely come back. 🤩

Very nice meal in a authentic pub. Good value for money. Good selection of beers.

I only stayed one night but it was beautiful. Our bed was so soft and I slept amazingly. The bathrooms are a good size too. It has a kettle with tea and instant coffee and biscoffs. I enjoyed mine. I sat one afternoon in the garden area and relaxed with a beer. We later ate dinner in the restaurant and shared since they were large portions. Some people we were visiting in Edinburgh wondered why we were in Currie, we told them when i saw this place online I was so excited to stay there. It's only about a 20 min drive to a busy part of Edinburgh. I would love to revisit. The town doesn't have a lot but it has a beautiful view, wonderful people, a couple grocery options and a bakery within distance of where we stayed. It was lovely to unwind. And it's more affordable too!

The customer service was perfect! The ambiance is fun and relaxed, the interior design is really typical of Scotland! The rooms were clean. I had a lot of fun! The bar is really cool too! I recommend it! ***please note that the rooms are extremely cold and that it takes time for the heater to warm up the room after you start it. We had a double room and we were all freezing for a good part of the night. If you can bring extra blankets or sleep with warm clothes do it!

Only in for food and drinks. Excellent fish and chips. Good range of beers.

It's lost all its charisma and character over the years. It's become a pub just like so many others. Nice but nothing special

Food was excellent here. Best Sunday roast I’ve had in Edinburgh.

Stayed for a couple drinks, then food, then more drinks...we just didn't want to leave. Small beer garden out back, food was good and staff were nice.

Super cozy. And everyone who attends is super attentive and predisposed. I would return without hesitation. The location is not ideal if you are looking to be closer to the center of Edinburgh. Even so, at the door there is the 44 and 45 that leave you at your destination and at the main train stations. The Scottish breakfast is delicious and homemade! For 12 pounds you have a very abundant breakfast. Next door there is a very Scottish style pub. I recommend without hesitation.

The best Sunday roast I can find in Edinburgh. Simply perfect.

This place absolutely smashed it out of the park!! Top tier service and quality. Both the fish and chips and the chicken mushroom were delicious and paired really well with the cask ales and scotch whisky after a long day of walking around Edinburgh.

Love it there. Always go when i visit my sister after a lovely walk along the river with jer dog x

Lovely warm and welcoming pub with maybe the best roast beef Sunday lunch we've had. Generous portions and great presentation.

Nice friendly local pub, food is outstanding and is great during the winter with the fire on giving it a nice homely feel.

50 members of our walking group descended upon this Inn at 4.30 pm yesterday Only 1 young girl was on duty She was brilliant So efficient and friendly Every one of us was met with a smile She carried out her duties brilliantly Fortunately another young girl came to assist her They were a credit to your establishment Both deserve high praise and a bonus Would highly recommend this Inn

Lovely weekend away, accommodation, food, location were great. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was superb as was the food in an evening. Well worth it and will definitely be back

Only popped in for a pint, very nice selection of drinks and food staff very friendly and helpful 👍

Great family meal lovely beers and wine good natured service. The fish is always excellent here as is anything with haggis. Portions are generous.

Very good Mediterranean hot pizza, with peppers replaced with fresh chillies on request.

I've had dinner here three times now. The food is always great and the servers are kind! It is always very loud inside though.

Rooms were nice but might have been damp at bottom of some outside walls near the bed breakfast was much better than I thought worth getting so good