The Library Bar
13 Bristo Pl, EH8 9AJ - Edinburgh
·£1–10
Menu - Popular Dishes
Nachos
Beer
Fish and Chips
Halloumi Burger
IRN Bru
Library Burger
Chicken Sandwich
Smithwick's
Quattro Formaggi
Mojito
Cerveza Española
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Outdoor seating
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Takeout
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Dine-in
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Google Reviews ⭐ 4.4/5 (688)
2 years ago
Can't go wrong with bar food. The environment and the servers/bartenders were where it was at. Loved sitting in an old style pub/library for a pint, a vegan burger and a chat. The vegan nachos were very good. Cheap and cheerful too! Relaxing at its best.
2 years ago
Loved this place. Have you ever been to a bar/pub in an actual library? This is so cool. The staff was professional and kind, and the atmosphere was really cozy. If you have the opportunity, take a seat at the tables at the second floor: you could go up for a wooden stair and enjoy your Todd and drinks amongst book shelves. Enjoy!
3 years ago
Nice location, good atmosphere, but do not order food. We had to wait over 1h for the first plates to arrive. Mostly cold. And just not good. Pizza wasnt even cooked. And it took another 20 minutes for the last plate to come in. …
2 years ago
Went in here for some food and drinks yesterday. They had screens advertising £5 pizza Tuesdays but when I tried to order that the girl at the bar said that that wasn't deal they did anymore. Why the hell you advertising it then? Got a …
2 years ago
Amazing view with delicious food!
Tried Nachos, Curly fries. …
6 years ago
Great value food, good atmosphere, cheap drinks, really nice interior (library etc) and good location. Love it
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has quiz night
Good for watching sport
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
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