Black
Bull |
Located at the west end of Grassmarket, the Black Bull has an attractive exterior that
leads you in to the long bar that goes back a surprising distance.
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Lifelike Pub Sign |
Drinking in the Sunshine |
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T&J Bernard used to be an Edinburgh brewery whose name has been adopted for a chain
of pubs by Scottish & Newcastle. As a result the Black Bull is one of a number of Edinburgh
pubs that retain signage and decorative touches that date back to before its demise. Like other
Grassmarket pubs it can become very busy in the evenings, especially at weekends, when it features
on the stag and hen party round.
Interior from the Rear |
Interior from the Door |
The Black Bull is one of Edinburgh's oldest pubs. Today its frontage is rather smaller
than in the past: a postcard from 1909 shows the entire building carrying in large lettering
between first and second floor levels: Black Bull Lodgings for Travellers and
Working Men. Modern planners would probably turn it down on aesthetic grounds!
Address: 12 Grassmarket,
EH1 2JU
Telephone: 0131 225 6636
Opening
hours, normal: 11.00am to 1.00am
Opening hours, Sunday:
12.30pm to 1.00am
Real ales: Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Guest beers,
usually from Houston Brewery
Whisky choice: A selection of 25
single malts is available
Cocktails: No special menu, but cocktails
can be made on request
Hot drinks: Tea, coffees, hot chocolate
Food: Traditional pub grub includes 2 meals for £6.99 from Monday
through Thursday
Food service times: 11.00am to 9.00pm Monday
through Friday, 11.00am to 8.00pm Saturday and 12.30pm to 9.00pm Sunday
Music: DJ on Friday and Saturday from 8.00pm. In-house music at all other
times
Policy on children's access: Children are welcome up to
8.00pm if dining
Disabled access: Disabled access is very good with
ramp access to the side of the building and dedicated disabled toilet facilities
Clientele: Locals, tourists, students: the Grassmarket mix! Popular
with stag and hen parties at weekends
Outdoor seating: Tables on
Grassmarket during the summer months
Other attractions: Drinks
promotions. Occasional live bands
Features in: CAMRA's Edinburgh
& SE Scotland Real Ale Guide (2004)
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