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Jolly Judge

7 James Court, Edinburgh, Scotland
Ranked #38 of 75 nightlife in Edinburgh
3.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Description: A local pub full of smoky ambiance.
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Bar Harbor, Maine
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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We visited this pub twice during our visit to Edinburgh. The first time for pints and a bar snack (corned beef and potato stovies were on special and it was the *perfect* accompaniment to what was a cold and windy day); the second time for part of their Monday night pub quiz. On both visits, we found a seat, ordered... More

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See 8 more reviews by mpmckernan for Edinburgh
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012
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Jolly Judge is very cozy. We stopped in here for a quick drink and a meal. I was pleasantly surprised to find the food was freshly prepared. The spicy bean soup didn't have over cooked mushy beans, but instead sported tender flavorful hearty ones. I didn't care much for the taste of the stovies (a potato, corned beef and vegetable... More

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See 2 more reviews by nvherekar for Edinburgh
Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Went in 2008, love this pub!! So cozy and full of character right in the heart of the royal mile! We are from Canada and just loved this place, ignore the negative comments, great place!! More

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Leeds, UK
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

On previous visits we missed out on a visit so we thought we would pop in for a pint and maybe something to eat on the last visit. We walked in around 1230/1300 and it was two deep at the bar maybe more, all the tables where full BUT and a big one at that, one person was serving and... More

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See 22 more reviews by Duderoo1975 for Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2011
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We have been in this Pub a few times & always like going there. by far the best pub near Edinburgh Castle. It is down a little lane but a sign hangs out on the mile which i have enclosed in my pics. Beer selection good. Please note only bar snacks available IE Baguettes,Toasted sandwiches, Soup etc. I would recommend... More

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See 12 more reviews by EdinburghChaz for Edinburgh
north east scotland
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Reviews in 57 cities Reviews in 57 cities
107 helpful votes 107 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

Many of the pubs in the old town of Edinburgh are small with little to eat other than pies , sausage rolls or microwaved gloup. However many of them are tucked away from the main thoroughfare and are full of interesting bits and pieces - well worth spending 30minutes having a drink and a look around - before you move... More

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See 16 more reviews by yandinazetland for Edinburgh
London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011
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This pub was recommended to us by our Rabbie's tour guide. It is apparently famous for its huge variety of beer and a collection of international currencies, which is stuck on its ceiling. We thought we'd go there to grab a bite and also to see this unusual collection. Unfortunately, we had the most unpleasant pub experience ever. The interior... More

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See 3 more reviews by LeVoyageur_11 for Edinburgh
West Midlands, England
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2011
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Very cosy little pub, nice for a relaxed drink. Underground, down a little alley, interesting! More

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See 12 more reviews by becky_bourne for Edinburgh
Armagh, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2011

Nice traditional pub down a narrow street and in a basement. Clean and tidy inside, good service and a lovely open fire. Nice pub, try it! More

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See 6 more reviews by basilfawlty007 for Edinburgh
Sussex, New jersey
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113 reviews 113 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2010

This a small pub in the basement of the building. It is a nice quiet little hideaway off Royal Mile. We had toasties for lunch which were made in what looked like a small closet off the bar. More

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