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Mather's, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
EH1 3JU
Reviews (Current Rating Average: 7 of 10) see review guidelines
Ian Mapp left this review about Mather's
We were the only punters in this small, twin levelled pub. 80s music on the video screens. One friendly member of staff.
Fyne Jarl that had a slightly unusual aftertaste. Probably not the place to go looking for cask.
On 27th January 2025
- rating: 5
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Blackthorn _ left this review about Mather's
A traditional looking pub located at the end of York Place behind the new St James’s Quarter development, there’s large windows at the front and high ceilings within to create a light and airy ambience, and there was a decent crowd in on our recent Tuesday evening visit.
It’s split across two levels internally, with the rear half being up a few steps from the front. Décor wise it’s quite traditional, with sanded wooden boards on the floor, some padded bench seating around the permitter, a black papered ceiling with dark brown coving and some exposed stone walling to the right, although elsewhere the walls were a mixture of red patterned wallpaper, khaki green wood panelling and cream plasterwork. An old tiled fireplace was off to one side, as well as a piano and a beer barrel that had been converted in to a table. A couple of old black and white photos were dotted around the walls, as well as some old adverts. The rear section was broadly similar in style, although perhaps slightly cosier with more wallpaper on the walls and blue paintwork on wood panelling and the ceiling, as well as blue upholstery on the padded bench seats. Some stained glass in the rear window was an attractive feature depicting some of Edinburgh’s landmarks.
Beers on tap were Stewart’s Pentland IPA and Spey Valley’s Nice Try, whilst a third pump appeared unused. The solitary cider was Thistly Cross.
On 2nd August 2024
- rating: 7
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Real Ale Ray left this review about Mather's
A decent pub this one with the bar positioned over on the right hand side, which had a flowing curve to it, painted panelled front and illuminated cabinets along the back wall. Glazed tiling could be found around the front lounge perimeter, a upper stone wall and bare brick, along with a trendy patterned wallpaper in places.
The main feature on our visit apart from the beer, was the piano player on a Thursday night. The upright vintage piano had a great sound and stopped people in the street, who proceeded to pop in for a drink and listen to some Blues and Jazz.
Three ales on handpump Stewart Pentland IPA, Stewart 80s and Bellfield Lucky Spence IPA.
On 20th July 2023
- rating: 8
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ROB Camra left this review about Mathers Bar
A bit of a shock when I walked into this pub. It used to be a traditional Edinburgh vertical drinking bar. A bit tatty at the edges, but still a decent place for a drink. It's now been refurbished to the point where I hardly recognise the place. Two levels, the top area has dining tables & chairs the bottom half higher tables and a little snug area in the window. 4 handpumps and my pint was in good condition. I was a little reluctant to bring the other half in here, expecting it to be still as is was, but she really liked it in its new guise.
On 12th May 2014
- rating: 7
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hondo . left this review about Mathers Bar
Split level old style bar serving 4 real ales.
On 14th September 2013
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about Mathers Bar
Interesting-looking pub, just far enough from the city centre to avoid having all character refurbished out of the place. Plenty of original features inside and out, retaining a pleasantly old-fashioned (if slightly rough) feel. Small bar at street level, with a slightly larger seating area up a few steps. Five real ales on handpump, including a decent pint of Stewart No. 3 at £3.00. Also has a large range of malt whiskies. Well worth seeking out if you're not looking for something too refined.
On 13th February 2011
- rating: 8
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