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Jolly Judge, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
EH1 2PB
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E TA left this review about The Jolly Judge
An atmospheric, quirky little pub hidden away in cellars just off the Royal Mile but not overrun by tourists. Low painted beams, reportedly recycled from an old ship, add novelty value. Plenty of locals made it a friendly pub, while the slightly dizzy bar staff helped with the homely feel. I had Knops IPA and County Ferry, the onyl ales on draft. lively but The latter was very refreshing, served slightly cooler than it should have been but none the worse for it. The Knops was very well kept and most enjoyable. Well worth seeking out and definitely worth including in a Royal Mile Crawl.
On 10th October 2011
- rating: 7
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dragonfly xxx left this review about The Jolly Judge
intimate,cosy little pub off the beaten path but busy just the same.good friendly banter in the courtyard outside during the summer .well run pub,like a local but in the city centre
On 17th January 2011
- rating: 7
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ROB Camra left this review about The Jolly Judge
Very touristy cellar bar just off the Royal Mile. All the tourists think they've found a real Edinburgh local bar, they haven't. They do sell real ale though and whilst it's not kept brilliantly it's usually OK. Had to go in earlier this week to appease the other half who likes it. As an ex local I would never go in most of the bars in the old town given a choice.
On 16th April 2010
- rating: 4
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peter ashworth left this review about The Jolly Judge
this pub is situated down one of the many close's off the Royal Mile I found it quite cosy and friendly pub with no loud music blasting out,in fact it was like a Samuel Smith's pub without the cheap beer.Went in most nights of my 4 night stay and is certainly worth a visit.
On 16th October 2009
- rating: 8
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