Pub · Edinburgh
A big, bright Edinburgh pub whose real draw for families is the courtyard beer garden — genuinely generous outdoor space with benches, room to park a buggy, and a stage that hosts live music and comedy during the Fringe. Inside is roomy and step-free too, with high chairs and a kids' menu, though large sport screens and a student-heavy crowd mean it can get extremely busy and loud on summer evenings and match days, so book a table if you want the inside quiet in winter. Staff are mostly warm and welcoming, and the house pear ale is made with fruit from the tree in the courtyard. Two honest snags: food is hit-and-miss and pricey for what arrives, and the outdoor tables are chilly outside summer. One family found it "a beautiful patio area" for an unhurried afternoon.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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A relaxed Edinburgh restaurant with high chairs for the little ones and a 4.3 rating from over 1,200 happy diners.