Dirty Dick’s Edinburgh is an independent pub and restaurant at 159 Rose Street in the New Town. Its eccentric interior, packed with curios and rustic details, creates the atmosphere of a well used local rather than a polished dining room. The pub welcomes walk ins and serves food alongside drinks from midday.
Scottish pub cooking anchors the menu. Beer battered haddock, steak pie, haggis with neeps and tatties, sausage and mash and macaroni cheese provide substantial familiar choices. Burgers, hot dogs and large sharing portions of loaded fries or nachos extend the menu towards more indulgent bar food.
Vegan haggis, a plant based burger, vegetable pie and vegan hot dog give meat free diners unusually broad choice for a traditional pub. Sticky toffee pudding and a deep fried Mars bar continue the Scottish comfort food theme. Shared preparation means allergies should be discussed with staff before choosing a dish.
Whisky is a defining feature, with single malts arranged by region and tasting flights built around different styles. Beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks offer alternatives for a casual stop. Dirty Dick’s works as a food pub because the menu is hearty enough for a complete meal while remaining entirely at home beside a dram and a busy Rose Street bar.
Address: 159 Rose Street, Edinburgh EH2 4LS, United Kingdom