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The Queens Arms - Edinburgh, Edinburgh,

The Queens Arms - Edinburgh

4.6
4.6
1487 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The Queens Arms is a cosy pub hidden under the cobblestones of Edinburgh, and home to the city's Best Sunday Roast.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 9pm, but only in the restaurant area, not in the bar area. Please leave a note if you have under 18's in your party. If booking in the bar area you may be declined entry.
🐶 Dog-friendly.
💡 Pub Quiz Sundays at 8pm.
🏃 Walk-ins welcome but bookings recommended.
🍹 Bookings for food & just drinks welcome.
🏉 We show all sports events & proud sponsor of Edinburgh Rugby. Your home away from home!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–00:00 Fri 12:00–01:00 Sat 11:00–01:00 Sun 11:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    0131 225 1045
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    New Town
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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Experiences

  • Burns Night at The Queens Arms

    £40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    23 Jan 2025 only
    Join us for a cosy Burns Night celebration! For £40, enjoy a 3-course meal and a welcome cocktail from Kingsbarns Distillery. Kick things off with Scotch Broth and crusty bread, followed by Haggis, Neeps & Tatties with a Kingsbarns whisky peppercorn sauce (vegetarian option available). While you dine, soak up the sounds of the bagpipes and enjoy a reading of Burns’ timeless poetry. Finish the night with Cranachan – a classic mix of raspberries, cream and oats. Good food, great company, and a touch of tradition – we can't wait to see you there!
    Burns Night at The Queens Arms photo

What 1,487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Lively

  • Edinburgh

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Queens Arms in Edinburgh offers a delightful Scottish pub experience with "fantastic food" and a "fun atmosphere." Known for its "amazing" Sunday roasts and extensive drink selection, the pub is a favorite among locals and tourists. Guests rave about the "super friendly" service and the cozy, authentic setting. Reservations recommended!

1,488 Reviews
  1. Cameron

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was looking for a place to show my family the magic of a Sunday roast and this place was perfect! The four of us had a sharing roast and sharing pie along with some drinks. The dessert that came with the roast was so tasty and warm. The ambiance was the perfect cozy hideaway from the cold and windy weather outside. I would recommend to anyone!

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  2. arlenek

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had booked a birthday dinner, the wee booth was cramped . Bar was way too warm so couldn’t stay for long as felt so uncomfortable

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  3. Amy

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Sunday roast. Will definitely be visiting again.
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Amy, thank you so much for your lovely review! We are thrilled you enjoyed the roast, and have passed on your compliments to the chefs. See you soon!

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  4. Linda

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Myself and partner booked a table for 7pm and had the Sunday dinner. We just had the main course which came out very quickly. Food was good but Yorkshire puds a bit burnt. We were sat on an incredibly small table in the bar area which was really noisy and cramped. We had only just finished our first course and half way through our first glass of wine the waitress came to remind us we had around 20to 30 min left on the table. We had been there less than an hour. I totally understand when it’s busy they need tables but this was just greed. We would not return as there are so many places to eat in Edinburgh without it feeling rushed and cramped and crowded

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  5. Ashley

    VIP

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were nice. I had the Sunday roast it was almost inedible the steak was so tough and chewy (medium rare). Hurt my jaw to chew so much so I gave up
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Ashley, thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback! I'm sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your roast - we would have loved to replace it at the time! Our servers are trained to check on our guests a few bites into the meal, and this happened on your visit. Next time, please don't be too shy to tell us your honest feedback in person, and we will do all we can to fix any issues that come up. We hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Sarah

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and a lovely atmosphere. Just make sure to book for a Sunday lunch!
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded on 13 December 2024
    Hi Sarah, thanks for your fantastic review! We really hope to see you next Sunday

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  7. Rachel

    Leicestershire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice atmosphere . Very busy when we went but it is a very busy time of year. Staff were lovely and friendly
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded on 13 December 2024
    Hi Rachel, thank you for your wonderful review, we’re so proud of our team so it’s great to hear you found them friendly and attentive. Have a lovely day!

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  8. Jessica

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cool place to hang with friends! The food was very good and the staff were very nice especially Sophia our host! Highly recommended
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Jessica, Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and we hope to see you again

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  9. Jenna

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was ok - very busy place and reminded frequently about your 2 hours, even if you’re seated late. We asked about whether we got the table for a little longer and the person was quite rude and rolled her eyes at us as she walked away which put a bit of a negative spin on things. Food was ok, not as nice as previous but don’t think I’d go again. Fine for a quick meet up though.
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded on 10 December 2024
    Hi Jenna, thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback on your visit. We are sorry to hear you felt rushed at your table - unfortunately the festive period is a very busy time for us, so we often have bookings back to back all through the day. Though in your case some of your party were running late and you therefore chose to be seated 15 minutes after your table was booked, the time slot that was state in your booking confirmation could not be extended. We do try our best to accommodate last minute changes, but it is, unfortunately, not always possible. We hope to see you again soon, and have a great festive period!

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  10. Elaine

    Dunbartonshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a fabulous meal great value for money & the staff were so helpful & courteous! It was quite loud however it is the run up to Christmas! I also liked the fact you can bring in dogs as well. Overall an amazing experience.
    The Queens Arms - EdinburghResponded on 13 December 2024
    Hi Elaine, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so proud of our team and the products we provide and reviews like yours make it all worthwhile! Have a wonderful evening and we hope to see you again soon

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Queens Arms - Edinburgh

49 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    New Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–00:00 Fri 12:00–01:00 Sat 11:00–01:00 Sun 11:00–00:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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