Beehive Inn
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About Beehive Inn
On Grassmarket in Edinburgh, Beehive Inn is a pub set in a former coaching inn, serving real ales alongside British pub food. The kitchen list runs to 44 dishes, including Steak & Ale Pie, Haggis Bon Bons, and a House Sharer, with soup of the day and mussels also on offer. Orders and drinks are handled at the bar on a self-service basis, and the pub operates on a walk-in basis rather than taking reservations. TV screens run in the bar, and the main bar area is not open to children. The beer garden looks up toward the castle, giving the outdoor seating a view not found inside. Real ale sits alongside the food offering as the pub's other main draw, rounding out a straightforward pub format built around counter service and a fixed menu.
Good to know
“Former coaching inn serving real ales and British pub food, with beer garden looking up at castle.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Menu & Prices
44 dishes · mains £5–19- Mussels †£7.75
- House Sharer£17.95
- Steak & Ale Pie£15.25
- Haggis Bon Bons£7.25
- Soup Of The Day£5.25
- Crispy Squid †£6.25
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, historic old-world atmosphere, loud music and tvs and slow service.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, historic old-world atmosphere, loud music and tvs and slow service.
Customer Review Summary
The Steak & Ale Pie draws praise, with one diner calling it absolutely delicious. Reviewers describe a historic, cosy pub near the Grassmarket with a lively, old-world atmosphere, though it's self-service and some suggest booking ahead since tables fill fast. A few note slow service and missing items on a busy Sunday, plus loud music and TV screens making conversation difficult.
Customer Review Summary
The Steak & Ale Pie draws praise, with one diner calling it absolutely delicious. Reviewers describe a historic, cosy pub near the Grassmarket with a lively, old-world atmosphere, though it's self-service and some suggest booking ahead since tables fill fast. A few note slow service and missing items on a busy Sunday, plus loud music and TV screens making conversation difficult.
Featured reviews
- Raul Martinez
“My first time visiting Scotland, first Scottish restaurant was the Beerhive and left with a great first impression. Steak and Ale Pie was absolutely amazingly delicious! If you don't mind, can you share the recipe please? 🙏😁”
- J. Haworth
“Luckily found a table for 5 fresh off the train from Queensferry. Recommended to book ahead. We originally tried White Hart but they were full up. No kids allowed in the main bar but we cozied up off the main entrance. Beef gravy and steak …”
- Gurmeet Dhillon
“A charming and traditional Scottish pub with over 100 years of history, located on Victoria Street near the Grassmarket. The Beehive Inn offers a truly old-world Scottish atmosphere, with its historic character and cosy interiors giving you a feel of Edinburgh’s rich past. The pub can get quite busy, which adds to its lively and authentic vibe. It is a self-service setup, but that doesn’t take away from the experience. We enjoyed some cider and beer, and it was a lovely way to soak in the traditional pub atmosphere. A great place to visit if you want to experience a piece of historic Edinburgh, enjoy a relaxed drink, and feel the charm of an old Scottish bar.”
- Dan Mark
“Very noise - music. Has to almost yell to speak together. I am not a fan of all the TV screens running entertainment on a regular night. Fine on special days. Not quite as cozy as next doors old pub.”
- Michèle Baker
“A really enjoyable charming historical setting. The food was tasty and the atmosphere made for a fun evening overall. Service was a bit slow, and quite a few nearby tables were missing items, but it was a Sunday night so that may have …”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
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- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near Beehive Inn
- The Cow Shed4.3270.2 mi
live music, whiskey, cow shed decor
- The Southern Bar4.39270.8 mi£10–20ReservationsGood for kids
haggis loaded fries, scotch eggs, highlander burger
- The Newliston Arms4.42518 mi away£20–30ReservationsGood for kids
sunday roast, loaded fries, steak
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beehive Inn | 4.23,542 | — | — | steak and ale pie, historic old-world atmosphere, loud music and tvs |
| The Cow Shed | 4.327 | 0.2 mi | — | live music, whiskey, cow shed decor |
| The Southern BarReservations · Good for kids | 4.3927 | 0.8 mi | £10–20 | haggis loaded fries, scotch eggs, highlander burger |
| The Newliston ArmsReservations · Good for kids | 4.4251 | 8 mi away | £20–30 | sunday roast, loaded fries, steak |
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