56 North
Scottish and British Bar/Pub
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2-8 West Crosscauseway
Edinburgh
EH8 1JP
Phone: 0131 662 8860
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from EmmaR (72%) on February 27th, 2010 (6 months ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Went here for a work lunch a couple of weeks ago. The table had been booked so when we arrived it was all set out ready for us. It's a trendy bar at night but seems quite light and airy in the day, with a variety of different tables from sofas to booths to standard seated tables. They also have plenty of outdoor seating in the summer.
I chose one of the specials of pate with sticky onion. Many of the others chose varying types of flatbreads and I think a chicken burger.
The pate was delicious and there was plenty of it. The sticky onion was sweet and tasty. It really complimented the pate. It came with toast and a salad. The plateful was more than enough for lunch and came in at about £8. The flatbreads that almost everyone else ordered were also of a generous portion and were all enjoyed. The quality of the food seemed high and very fresh.
Although it took a little while for the food to come out, we were still only in there for about an hour. It averaged £10 a person including drinks and a tip, so not too bad for a lunch. Service was polite and friendly. I'm not sure if this will be the same for dinner but I can definitely recommend for lunch.
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from rachybaby (69%) on May 1st, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
This is my local so I was interested as to what the refurb and change of hands would be like. It didn’t disappoint – the décor is stylish and the food menu is varied and appealing. The drinks menu has a unique touch and specialises in lots of different types of gins; being a gin drinker I appreciated this and was keen to give some of them a try.
I have only eaten once here and tried the all day breakfast for £7. It was slightly disappointing – it took quite a long time to arrive and, when it did, it was slightly cold. Personally, I thought it had far too many beans and not enough of the yummier things such as sausages, eggs, bacon etc.
On the contrary, friends have been very impressed with their lunch and dinner menus so I will definitely go back and give them a try.
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from steven (26%) on April 25th, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
I noticed this bar had changed hands last week so went in for a drink with a friend last night. Admittedly we didn't have anything to eat, so can't comment there. The menu looked appealing, if perhaps slightly pricey for bar food in this part of town.
It has hardly changed from the Human Be-in. New decor, but the layout's identical - it still doesn't have much atmosphere and we left after one drink and went to Assembly. The most obvious and least welcome change is a huge TV on the wall on the left as you enter. Last night it was playing the Rangers game at high volume. Really classy.
I might go back some time and try the food, but I'm not in a hurry to. I'll update my review then.
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from margret odonahue (12%) on May 12th, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
I went past this new place at the weekend. Seeing it was very busy went in with my partner. We had a meal and a few drinks. I had the koftas, my partner had the steak. Didn't wait very long at all and the food was fantastic. Shame the service let them down.
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from local (12%) on June 24th, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Delicious food menu at great prices. Haven't experienced a delay with the food or bad service. Chilled out and unpretentious. Ideal place for drinks or food, day or night.
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from granty (12%) on September 21st, 2008 (1 year ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Food was cold when arrived after a long wait. Did not accept my spree discount voucher even though I showed them when I first ordered, apparently I had to buy something on the menu at £8 even though most places will discount the value of £8 from the bill.
The only saving grace was their Sky HD Football.
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from Paul Simpelton (12%) on April 14th, 2010 (4 months ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Had a great dinner for me and my friends. The place has clearly had effort spent on it as the food and drinks were well presented and the service was very good. The only small down side was as the sun went down it was cold with the outdoor windows open. £3.50 cocktails is also a major plus point. I'll be back.
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from NealeG (11%) on April 23rd, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Amazing how this place has been revived. Really stylish and comfortable with a wide ranging food & drinks menu. Lots of choices well prepared and presented. Great eats and good value, I'll certainly be back.
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from nizzy84 (6%) on July 25th, 2008 (2 years ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
Wow - what a change.
Having studied at George Sq just over the road for four years I was used to the drab and unimpressive Human Be-In, and kept with it for convenience alone.
What a relief that someone finally saw the potential in the venue and gave it the make over it deserved. Everything from the service, the food and drinks menu has improved ten fold and this laid back and welcoming venue is certainly close to becoming my new home from home!!!
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from kimmybee88 (6%) on January 18th, 2009 (1 year ago)
56 North, 2-8 West Crosscauseway, EH8 1JP, Edinburgh
As a student regular eating around the area this is definitely one of my favourites. The food is consistantly good and the portions are generous. 241 cocktails in the evening is always a bonus. If you are a student on a budget it is always a good option.
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