A cosy and convivial pub, with regulars from far and wide, that retains many features from its days as a Victorian wine merchant. Considering its very small size, it offers an impressive range of real ales. It also has a large collection of malt whisky. If the front bar is busy, try the small room at the back. Food is available at lunchtime Wednesday to Friday. Children are not admitted.
Edinburgh runner-Up in the CAMRA Real Ale Quality Award 2023.
Edinburgh winner of the CAMRA Real Ale Quality Award 2022.
Has been mentioned in the press during 2023 as one of the best five pubs in Scotland having a real fire.
Conversion
Built in 1814 as a cottage, this wee pub operated as a wine merchant's shop for 150 years. It was converted to a cosy and convivial pub in 1970s, retaining many features from its retail days. It is decorated with whisky barrels - it specialises in malt whisky. It has a public bar and a small panelled snug called the Library. Real ales and cider, also lunchtime meals.
This Pub serves 3 changing beers and 3 regular beers.
Kay's Bar, Edinburgh
Changing beers typically include: Loch Lomond (varies) , Stewart (varies) , Swannay (varies)
Source: Regional