Deacon Brodie's Tavern
Traditional Scottish • Pub Food in Edinburgh
About Deacon Brodie's Tavern
Deacon Brodie's Tavern is where Edinburgh's dark history comes alive over plates of hearty Scottish comfort food that would make even the tavern's notorious namesake feel at home. Named after William Brodie, the 18th-century Edinburgh councillor who led a double life as a gentleman by day and burglar by night (and who inspired Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde), this Royal Mile institution embraces its colorful past while serving up some of the most satisfying traditional Scottish fare in the city. The atmosphere is thick with stories and history, where every creaking floorboard and flickering light seems to whisper tales of old Edinburgh's most infamous characters. The haggis, neeps, and tatties arrive with the kind of authentic Scottish pride that makes you understand why these dishes have sustained Scots through centuries of Highland winters, while the fish and chips are crispy, golden perfection that would satisfy any weary traveler walking the Royal Mile's ancient stones.
"Where Edinburgh's most infamous historical character lives on through exceptional traditional Scottish fare, creating a dining experience that's equal parts delicious food and captivating local history."
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