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The Canny Man’s is an Edinburgh institution established in 1871 and passed down through generations of the Kerr family. It is a free house, as free as the wind as Mr Kerr used to say, therefore it has no connection with any brewery and only sells the best of each brewers produce.

The public house serves food everyday from 12-3pm and in the evenings from 6.30-9pm (except Fri/Sun nights). A snack menu is available till 5pm.

The food that is served is seafood and S MØRREBRØD sandwiches. Introduced many years ago, it has been tailor-made to suit customers’ needs, and freshly prepared each day, it is ideal as a drinker's meal.

A public house that is what this is, and it has survived as such for over one hundred years. Please try to remember it, and the characters you see here are real. It is well loved and well hated. Loved by those who know it and hated by those who do not understand it. A place that will not change, will not alter, respecting the past and prepared at all cost to preserve the future.

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Beer gardenCar parkDisabled facilitiesDogs allowedFamily friendlyFoodReal aleLive musicCask Marque

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4.3/5

Yvonne Walker

2 months ago

Little disappointed on this visit to the Canny Man, barmaid serving drinks was friendly, didn't find the lady taking food orders very friendly or polite, having spent over 120.00 for a couple of hours mainly on our drinks, was a little disappointed with my dining experience on this occasion. The open medley sandwiches were not as nicely presented as normal, we were not left with basic things like salt or pepper on the table and although, I could have asked but could not see the waitress, appreciate she will have been busy placing the orders etc. I always take photos of the food drinks and todays food was not presented or tasted as good as previous, occasions. Still a lovely clean place with a well stocked range of drinks, didn't see the normal Management on site who keep a good house and always say hello when passing the tables, which I like as makes you feel welcome and adds a personal touch etc.

Ashley

2 months ago

A beautifully eclectic establishment serving some lovely whiskeys. Prices are about right. Didn't order any food so can't comment there, wouldve been nice if the staff knew about whiskeys but wasn't a problem. The place looks fantastic, would love to see a vintage bandit/automaton in there but that's just my opinion (can source if you want one). Will definitely be visiting again when next in Scotland.

Matt Clarkson

2 months ago

Very much an Edinburgh or Morningside institution. Have been coming here off and on for years; at least 30 of them. Try to visit every time I'm in Edinburgh as I grew up here. I'd agree with comments that say it can be a hit and miss but the decor is fabulous and my overall impression is very positive; yes the staff can be a little cold at times, but not overly so. Also took my dad here a few years ago and they could not have been more polite and courteous to a man in his 80s. Beer and whisky selection is good and beer well kept. Haven't eaten here so can't comment.

Andre Motta

3 months ago

ok, technically it's a pub but in reality this is a fantastic antiquarium where you can  have a pint or two! beautiful and cosy, the pub has several rooms decorated with all kinds of old stuff you can possibly imagine. if you don't like hoarders, this place might annoy you, but give it a try. It's super cool!

Agness Agnieszka

6 months ago

Really old cool bar, huge selection of whiskeys. Great staff, food was really good. It's a very busy bar so if you want to eat there on the weekend you might need to book a table.

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