The Wee Red Bar

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• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “I have attended the record fair on a few occasions here. Not a huge event but different sellers from other local fairs means a new browsing experience. Not a huge selection of Heavy Metal on offer but I have found some gems among the items on sale here. Prices are generally reasonable too. Good relaxed atmosphere, well staffed and well attended although I've never found it overly busy when browsing. Recommended for any record buyer.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·11 months ago

  “Amazing small venue offering the freshest live music by and club nights too!! It's a local hero!!”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Small venue with friendly bar staff. No draughty beers but three canned varieties. The problem is that it is much, much too loud. I’ve been to >50 concert venues and this is the loudest. You absolutely need hearing protection, which means you don’t hear the music as well. I was lucky enough that someone lent me some. Without it I would have left soon after the music started due to sheer discomfort and risk of hearing damage. The bar should at least sell or give away disposable hearing protection. This is what Sneaky Pete’s does, and the music there is not as loud. I think it’s something to do with the acoustic noise from the drums being so loud in this space that all other instruments are turned up to 11…”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Great gigs but members of our university community, staff and students”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “This is a great wee venue. Cheap bar prices as it's a student union and lovely staff. Been here 3 times in last year for a private hired event and can honestly say it's one of the best venues I go to. Small, intimate and well worth the visit. Kudos to all the hardworking staff. Can't wait to return 🙌🔥❤️”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Had a great time there, very small, cozy and inclusive venue. Barbstaff were lovely as was the security guard. Difficult to find initially because I didn't realise it was in the uni and it wasn't clear on Google maps but once we went through the gates we found it with the help of other people (thanks for that!) Not very well lit or signposted. Access was available to one disabled parking spot and venue seemed wheelchair accessible. Access was small and difficult due to a crowd at the door but everyone was lovely so wouldn't be a problem if you need to attend in a wheelchair. Can't comment on food as we were there in the evening for a band night x”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 years ago

  “Small bar in student art centre. No draft beer but pumps available??? Reasonable prices. It's a music venue and we were there to see "Attic Days" very friendly staff. Had a smashing night and the band were really good.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 years ago

  “Iconic venue in the Art College in Edinburgh, perfect for that intimate vibe when watching alive band. We opened there for a new monthly Jungle / Drum & Bass night and the vibe was perfect. Staff are cool and great opening hours.”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 years ago

  “went there for a concert. the sound and light were very good for that small venue. sadly their beer from tap is not so great BUT they always have some nice canned/bottled craft beers. very friendly staff!”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 years ago

  “I read a review that said this was the place to go for indie music, after walking from the grass market and paying £5 for entry there were less than 10 people there and the music was not indie. We went on the Friday night, after chatting to the bar staff Saturday night usually pulls a crowd of approx 50 so make sure you go on the right night. Beer selection was poor, but cheap. The staff were lovely people.”

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