
The Auld Hoose
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About The Auld Hoose
The Auld Hoose is a traditional pub in Edinburgh at 23-25 St. Leonard's St, with a high ceiling and a jukebox that plays metal and punk. The food menu features nachos in small and large sizes, and the small portion is meant to be shared between two and four people. The toppings vary, and vegetarian and vegan versions are available. Onion rings sit alongside them on the menu. At the bar, a large selection of beers is on tap, with canned craft beers, ciders, whisky and other spirits also available. Seating is walk-in, with no reservations taken.
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“High-ceilinged pub with large portioned pub grub, a whisky menu and metal and punk on the jukebox.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention legendary nachos, vegetarian vegan nachos, craft beer selection and onion rings.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention legendary nachos, vegetarian vegan nachos, craft beer selection and onion rings.
Customer Review Summary
The nachos are what reviewers come for, described as "legendary" and so large that portions meant for two or three often go unfinished, with vegetarian and vegan versions singled out as good for sharing. Several say the toppings outweigh the chips, and one wished they had ordered the large after finishing a small. Close behind is the beer, with a wide choice of ales, ciders and craft beers on tap, plus a whisky selection. Onion rings also get praise, and staff are repeatedly called friendly. The main caveat is price, as a few call the food slightly pricey, though they say the volume justifies it. One reviewer reports being treated rudely by a waiter over a takeaway box for leftover nachos, being handed a second container without a word, and believes it was racially motivated. Others mention a quiet Sunday evening and low-key music that allowed conversation, and dog-friendly seating.
Customer Review Summary
The nachos are what reviewers come for, described as "legendary" and so large that portions meant for two or three often go unfinished, with vegetarian and vegan versions singled out as good for sharing. Several say the toppings outweigh the chips, and one wished they had ordered the large after finishing a small. Close behind is the beer, with a wide choice of ales, ciders and craft beers on tap, plus a whisky selection. Onion rings also get praise, and staff are repeatedly called friendly. The main caveat is price, as a few call the food slightly pricey, though they say the volume justifies it. One reviewer reports being treated rudely by a waiter over a takeaway box for leftover nachos, being handed a second container without a word, and believes it was racially motivated. Others mention a quiet Sunday evening and low-key music that allowed conversation, and dog-friendly seating.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Great pub. Came for their famous nachos (of course) which were delicious. Slightly pricy but you get what you pay for in volume! Quiet on a Sunday evening. Great follow on from a walk up Arthur’s Seat.”
- Google user
“Great place with many different beers, ciders and drink options. Prices for ciders are fair. Food prices are a bit high compared to what you really get. The small plate of nachos is huge, and can be shared between 2-3 people. It tastes good. It's medium strong, and this is the only option, as everything is pre made. It's definitely recommended to visit.”
- Google user
“Great pub with large selection of beer and spirits. Extremely friendly staff and the Nachos are hilariously large with more toppings than chips but well worth the try. Go ahead, split that G”
- Google user
“Traditional pub where there is a sufficient number and quality of beers to choose from. We tried their legendary nachos, which were a real taste experience and the portion was for two people and was beyond our capabilities. Unfortunately, we were not able to eat such a large and tasty portion. The guy behind the bar was nice and friendly. We highly recommend this place!!”
- Google user
“The nachos was not so good. Moreover, the staff's attitude was incredibly rude and disrespectful towards us (perhaps racially motivated as we are Asian, considering how friendly they were with the white group next to us, even sharing drinks). Specifically, we couldn't finish the nachos and asked for a takeaway box. The waiter rudely told us to pack it ourselves (I was fine with this as it might be their policy), but what was unacceptable was when I realized the plastic container wasn't enough and asked for another, the waiter said without even looking at me that I should have asked him first. Then, he brought another container and slammed it on the table without looking back or saying anything, not even when I was about to ask for an extra bag to carry it (he didn't seem to care how I was going to carry it). He simply ignored me and went back to chatting and drinking with the white group. I felt clearly insulted and discriminated against.I know not many people might care about this review, but with such treatment, I will never come back or recommend this place to anyone.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near The Auld Hoose
- The Southern Bar4.39270.2 mi£10–20ReservationsGood for kids
haggis loaded fries, scotch eggs, highlander burger
- The Holyrood 9A4.53,0010.4 mi£20–30ReservationsWheelchair accessibleWi-Fi
burgers, crispy chips, craft beer selection
- The Mitre Bar4.42,2920.5 mi
fish and chips, burger, local beers
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Auld HooseWheelchair accessible | 4.61,415 | — | — | legendary nachos, vegetarian vegan nachos, craft beer selection |
| The Southern BarReservations · Good for kids | 4.3927 | 0.2 mi | £10–20 | haggis loaded fries, scotch eggs, highlander burger |
| The Holyrood 9AReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Wi-Fi | 4.53,001 | 0.4 mi | £20–30 | burgers, crispy chips, craft beer selection |
| The Mitre Bar | 4.42,292 | 0.5 mi | — | fish and chips, burger, local beers |
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