Joseph Pearce Bar & Kitchen

Picture this: you walk on your way from Leith to Edinburgh, gasping, frothing at the mouth for the last taste of proper fish and chips before you hit the big smoke. With these fish and chips, paired with the Finnish classic of Hartwall's Long Drink, you just know you're in for something truly special. Making itself known at first is the chips, best eaten hot, retaining their fluffy inside and crispy outside prefect for dipping or honestly, just a delight by themselves. And Im not just saying this, many places will claim to have these attrobutes but none can claim to do them justice - many such cases! The peas serve as a perfect complement to the big two "fish" and "chips", mint is strewn between them with salt making itself known throughout this chorus of the culinary high life. Last of all, the fish, the mainstay, the headline act. Coming in loud and proud with a bold beer batter that warns you that this will live in your tastebuds for life. But then comes the fish itself, such beauty in vulnerability and power in freshness - thats what its for, to comfort you. Rest assured I will be back, proclaiming the good news of the fish, chips and lonkero from the hills. Smoking area at the front on sunny days and quick links to the tram and bus stops.

At Joseph Pierce I had one of the greatest experiences of my visit to in Scotland. I went in for a drink, specifically to try whiskey, as I wanted to buy some to take home. Christine was so enthusiastic and helpful - she walked me through the tasting process, talked about all their options, and provided recommendations based on my tastes. She and Ruaraidh then chatted with me to make such a pleasant evening. Everyone there was remarkably kind and warm, including Piper and the other two gentlemen behind the bar whose names I don't remember. It was an experience that I will never forget and I can't wait to back! Thank you so much!