Quick info
About The Newliston Arms
At 78 Main St in Edinburgh, The Newliston Arms is a pub open daily with a menu of 63 dishes. Starters include Halloumi Fries and Haggis Bon-Bons, alongside a Homemade Soup Of The Day and Caesar Salad in both large and small sizes, with Crispy Chicken Bites also on offer. Sunday roast dinners are served, and these sometimes sell out. Dogs are welcome on the premises, making the pub a stop for those out walking with one. The daily hours mean the kitchen isn't limited to particular sittings across the week, and the broad menu range gives regulars and passersby alike plenty to choose between beyond the roast.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Menu & Prices
63 dishes · mains £5–20- Homemade Soup Of The Day£5.45
- Halloumi Fries£6.95
- Haggis Bon-Bons£6.95
- Caesar Salad (Large)£13.95
- Ceasar Salad (Small)£6.95
- Crispy Chicken Bites£7.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, loaded fries, steak and quiz night.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, loaded fries, steak and quiz night.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws repeat praise, with one visit even noting the dog was brought ice cream, though one reviewer arrived to find roasts had sold out and had to order something else instead. Close behind, diners single out steak described as perfectly cooked and tender, loaded fries packed with flavour, a crispy chicken burger, and onion rings called incredible. Several also mention quiz nights and a weekend karaoke as reasons to return, and one group attending a vintage motorcycle meeting found the staff accommodating. Portions are repeatedly called generous and prices fair, with service consistently described as friendly and helpful across visits. The setting gets called cosy with a traditional, stone-walled feel. Multiple reviewers say they intend to return, and one recalls being glad to finally try the place after meaning to for years.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws repeat praise, with one visit even noting the dog was brought ice cream, though one reviewer arrived to find roasts had sold out and had to order something else instead. Close behind, diners single out steak described as perfectly cooked and tender, loaded fries packed with flavour, a crispy chicken burger, and onion rings called incredible. Several also mention quiz nights and a weekend karaoke as reasons to return, and one group attending a vintage motorcycle meeting found the staff accommodating. Portions are repeatedly called generous and prices fair, with service consistently described as friendly and helpful across visits. The setting gets called cosy with a traditional, stone-walled feel. Multiple reviewers say they intend to return, and one recalls being glad to finally try the place after meaning to for years.
Featured reviews
- Izabela Reid
“Absolutely amazing food! Great service, welcome staff 👍 highly recommend!!! …”
- Paul Campbell
“Local pub in the little town of kirklisto n on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Has changed hands many times over the years but the current owners are doing well with the pub. Went to a quiz night in there which was really enjoyable- hope they continue to do more events like this. Lovely little pub with great food and drink”
- Magdalena Allan
“Lovely cosy pub with a warm traditional atmosphere and charming stone interior. Food was fresh, tasty, and generous portions — the loaded fries were packed with flavour and the chicken burger was crispy and delicious. Friendly service and a comfortable setting made it a great visit. Definitely worth stopping by”
- Paula Huddleston
“I was in the Newliston Arms for a VMCC (old vintage motorcycle) meeting and the staff were very accommodating and really friendly. The venue was good with plenty of parking.”
- Colin Lewis
“Beautiful place , Perfect food , brilliant service & very well priced ! Ive ment to try this place for years , now have , i will definitely return .”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
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- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Offerings· 6
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Highlights· 4
- Has great beer selection
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
- Dining options· 3
- Outside food allowed
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Crowd· 3
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Newliston Arms
- All Bar One Edinburgh Airport4.42,2161.5 mi
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- Thirty Knots4.51,7842.4 mi£20–30ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
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- Westgate Farm - Farmhouse Inns4.34,5654.1 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Newliston ArmsReservations · Good for kids | 4.4251 | — | £20–30 | sunday roast, loaded fries, steak |
| All Bar One Edinburgh Airport | 4.42,216 | 1.5 mi | — | steak sandwich, bloody mary, salmon |
| Thirty KnotsReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,784 | 2.4 mi | £20–30 | views of the bridges, wedding set menu, tempura chillies |
| Westgate Farm - Farmhouse Inns | 4.34,565 | 4.1 mi | — | carvery, turkey yorkie wrap, gluten free menu |
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