Last Drop, Edinburgh

About us

You will find The Last Drop in Grassmarket Edinburgh within a short stroll of Victoria Street, Cowgate and Candlemaker Row - however you won't find another like it.

Step in to discover a traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales and its quality pub food, which are served, as they should be, with a generous measure of famous British hospitality.

The Last Drop is a macabre reference to the last hanging in the Grassmarket. Its fair to say we have a suitably spooky heritage as we are allegedly haunted by the spirit of a small girl in medieval clothing. Sightings of our young spirit have been reported in the cellar and in the bar area. Tenements once stood on this site, but these were rebuilt into the pub you see today using the old buildings'original 17th Century stone.

Facilities

Beer gardenCar parkFamily friendlyFoodReal aleWiFi freeCricketFootballRugbyTerrestrial TVCask Marque

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Reviews

4,053 reviews

4.3/5

Gijs Scholten

5 months ago

A pub in Edinburgh called “The Last Drop” is a must-visit place. It is a place with a rich history, where people used to be hanged on the gallows. But don't worry, nowadays it's a place where you can enjoy a drink and a snack. The pub is super atmospheric and beautifully decorated, and clearly shows the historical significance of the place. It is a place where you can immerse yourself in Scottish culture. I heard they have a delicious veggie burger made from cauliflower and kale. If you are a meat eater, you should definitely try this burger. It's so tasty that you won't even miss the meat. And if you like gin, they have an exciting selection of premium gins to choose from. So if you are in Edinburgh, go to “The Last Drop” and enjoy the atmosphere and history of this unique pub. It is a place where you will definitely have a good time. 🍻

Bow K. Techataveekijkul

5 months ago

The Last Drop stands out among Edinburgh's pubs due to its haunting theme. Located near the historic execution site in Grassmarket, it carries a dark history from the time of King Charles II. The area witnessed frequent hangings until February 4, 1784, with James Andrews being the last person executed. The pub's name is a grim reference to the last drink taken by prisoners before their execution. Interiors tell this chilling tale with pictures, stories, and hanging loops. While I didn't try the food, the compelling theme alone made it a worthwhile spot to enjoy drinks. 🍻

Catalina Ghera

5 months ago

Traditional food, good and quite fast service. The cullen skink was surprisingly good, the haggis was also really nice as well as the fishcakes and the ribeye steak. The cranachan dessert was weird and not sure if it was done properly because it was the first time I had it, it was just a full glass of cream topped with very sour sauce. The service was decent but a man wanted to turn us down at the entrance saying they don’t have any table. Lucky we insisted because they actually did. No booking required also but it seems like all the other Nickolsons pubs want a booking and we were sent away by 2 of them before we found the last drop.

Owen Schwaegerle

6 months ago

This place was awesome! The good was delicious. Loved the nappies and haggis. Also, the pie was so good. I loved it here. The historical significance of the location also makes it special. Worth a visit!

Carolina Miguel

8 months ago

We loved the starters; highly recommended. Everything was very good. We had Scottish beers too, and they were also very good. We also ordered hamburgers, but they were just okay, nothing special for us. The place had a nice history and nice decoration. :)