Leslies Bar, Edinburgh - pub details
Address: 45 Ratcliffe Terrace, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH9 1SU [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 13246) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Edinburgh Waverley (1.4 miles), Edinburgh Haymarket (1.9 miles), Slateford (2.9 miles)
Pub facilities/features:
- Real ale
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> Current user rating: 8.3/10 (rated by 14 users)
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user reviews of Leslies Bar, Edinburgh
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| Good pub, proper clientèle, what a good pub should be, friendly and knowledgeable. scotscott - 24 Sep 2010 12:12 |
| CAMRA National Inventory gem about 2 miles south of the city centre in the suburb of Newington. There are feasts for the eye almost everywhere, from the etched windows (John Leslie, any relation?)It features two superbly traditional long rooms along a central island bar, with doors connecting the two at the front and back. The left room has snob screens near the window which creates a separate, snug feel, with its own access to the bar- as noted this is a hatch at waist level and you have to duck if you wish to see the staff! I recommend you do as they are friendly and welcoming to the outsider. The bar itself is made from carved dark wood and features a clock at the top end. There is a similar clock outside the front door. Above the screens and bar is a handsome plastered Victorian ceiling, similar to the one in the Abbotsford. Real ale was Deuchars, Landlord and guests from Scottish microbreweries such as Stewart of Edinburgh and Hebridean- a good selection. I had a Hebridean Gold which was in good form and served with a smile. Funnily enough, the pub this reminded me of most is the Princess Louise in Holborn, although without the tiling or mirrors. It's equally resplendent though, and is worth any bus trip from the centre. Not to be missed if you're a traditional pub lover. Carlurmston - 9 Dec 2009 16:48 |
| A wonderful pub that those with a liking for beautiful pub interiors should seek out. To the right of the entrance is a traditional bar counter whilst going to the left and through to the snug you'll find a wood and glass panelled bar with four serving hatches rather like train station ticket booths. There's a wonderfully decorative ceiling and hanging chandeliers provide low lighting. There are separate panelled rooms leading off each of the two bars decorated with old oil paintings. I believe the architect was the same one who designed the Abbotsford in Rose St. The seating is comfortable and the tables are small with inlaid brass/copper. Everything is clean and tidy and with four handpumps this place is a must visit. From the City Centre you can get there on bus numbers 42 or 67. Millay - 24 May 2009 22:42 |
| Well worth seeking out (not that it's hard to find). Well-kept pint of Deuchres, unpretentious interior, pleasant bar-staff, friendly locals. A proper drinkers' pub. ETA - 28 Nov 2008 14:13 |
| A beautiful interior, absolutely magnificent in fact. I asked the chap behind the bar if it was listed and he said it is but it has only become so in the last couple of years. That means some mega-chain like GK wouldn't be able to 'standardise' it if they got their corporate paws on it. Leaving my bugbear to one side... I only popped in for one as it was in the wrong direction from the other Edinburgh pubs I wanted to visit but the beauty of the interior, friendly staff and great ale made me stay for a total of three. This should be a definite if you like good pubs and are in Edinburgh for a night or two. Killian42 - 25 Aug 2008 13:25 |
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