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My Friend the Murderer, Edinburgh

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72-74 Newington Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1QN (View on Google Map)

This Pub is Permanently Closed

APR 2022 - Now operating as a coffee shop.

OCT 2021 - Planning granted and downstairs set to become Fortitude Coffee. Application 21/04659/ADV for a Fascia sign by Fortitude Coffee Ltd. has also been approved.

JUL 2021 - Planning app 21/03830/FUL submitted to convert into ground floor retail units and flats.

MAY 2021 - For Sale sign outside.

SEP 2020 - Notice in window saying pub is not re-opening in current ownership.

Reopened in March 2020 with 2 cask and 15 keg taps. Lots of interesting beers from independent breweries. Light and airy high-ceilinged bar on three levels with much exposed brickwork. Check the blackboard for beer information.

Will specialise in Pizzas.

From the creators of the Hanging Bat, Salt Horse Beer Shop & Bar, Koelschip Yard & Sweet Recreation.

NOTE: This is a cashless bar.

Information for this venue is provided by the Edinburgh & South East Scotland Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Mockingbird Bar & Kitchen; Crags; Steamie; Southside Steamie
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Last updated
Last surveyed
03/05/2012
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
EDN/799
Asset of Community Value
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