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The Three Sisters
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Lively pub in stone building with vaulted ceilings and courtyard, for live sports and drinks deals.
Nearby attractions
National Museum of Scotland
Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
St Giles' Cathedral
High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
The Real Mary King's Close
2 Warriston's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, United Kingdom
Royal Mile
Edinburgh EH1 1QS, United Kingdom
Greyfriars Bobby's grave
Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, United Kingdom
Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery Edinburgh
Greyfriars Place, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, United Kingdom
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
549 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2ND, United Kingdom
The Edinburgh Dungeon
31 Market Place, Edinburgh EH1 1DF, United Kingdom
Festival Theatre
13-29 Nicolson St, Edinburgh EH8 9FT, United Kingdom
The Writers' Museum
Lawnmarket, Lady Stair's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 2PA, United Kingdom
Nearby restaurants
BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate
143 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JS, United Kingdom
Vittoria on the Bridge
19 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, United Kingdom
Frankenstein
26 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN, United Kingdom
Cafe Andaluz Old Town
10-11 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EE, United Kingdom
The Outsider Restaurant
15-16 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EE, United Kingdom
Nando's Edinburgh - Chambers Street
32a Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1HU, United Kingdom
Burgers and Beers Grillhouse
192A High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RW, United Kingdom
Bertie's Proper Fish & Chips
9 Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2HE, United Kingdom
OX184
184-186 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JJ, United Kingdom
Divino Enoteca Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
5 Merchant St, Edinburgh EH1 2QD, United Kingdom
Nearby hotels
Stay Central Hotel
139 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JS, United Kingdom
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
116 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JN, United Kingdom
CODE The Court
1A Parliament Sqr, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1HN, United Kingdom
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square
Off Royal Mile, 6 Hunter Square, Edinburgh EH1 1QW, United Kingdom
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
1, India Buildings, Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2EX, United Kingdom
Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh
1 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1AD, United Kingdom
House of Gods Hotel
233 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JQ, United Kingdom
Motel One Edinburgh Royal
18 Market St, Edinburgh EH1 1BL, United Kingdom
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
50 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh EH1 1NE, United Kingdom
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The Three Sisters

139 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JS, United Kingdom
4.1(2.4K)
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Lively pub in stone building with vaulted ceilings and courtyard, for live sports and drinks deals.

attractions: National Museum of Scotland, St Giles' Cathedral, The Real Mary King's Close, Royal Mile, Greyfriars Bobby's grave, Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery Edinburgh, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, The Edinburgh Dungeon, Festival Theatre, The Writers' Museum, restaurants: BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate, Vittoria on the Bridge, Frankenstein, Cafe Andaluz Old Town, The Outsider Restaurant, Nando's Edinburgh - Chambers Street, Burgers and Beers Grillhouse, Bertie's Proper Fish & Chips, OX184, Divino Enoteca Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
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+44 131 622 6802
Website
thethreesistersbar.co.uk

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Featured dishes

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PICANTE GORDAL OLIVES
Maldon Sea Salt, Orange Zest, EVOO
SALT & CHILLI CHICKEN
Panko Chicken, Black Pepper Mayo, Chilli Fried Peppers & Onion
MONTEREYJACK & GUNN FONDUE NACHOS
Chilli Smashed Avocado, Pico De Gallo, Jalapeño Salsa
TIGER TIGER CHICKEN WINGS
Blue Murder Sauce, Buffalo Sauce, Celery
SPINACH FALAFEL SHAWARMA
Feta, Pickled Red Cabbage, Cucumber & Mint Raita, Chilli Sauce, Flour Tortilla

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Nearby attractions of The Three Sisters

National Museum of Scotland

St Giles' Cathedral

The Real Mary King's Close

Royal Mile

Greyfriars Bobby's grave

Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery Edinburgh

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

The Edinburgh Dungeon

Festival Theatre

The Writers' Museum

National Museum of Scotland

National Museum of Scotland

4.8

(20K)

Closed
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St Giles' Cathedral

St Giles' Cathedral

4.6

(4.7K)

Open 24 hours
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The Real Mary King's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

4.6

(6.4K)

Open 24 hours
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Royal Mile

Royal Mile

4.7

(8.2K)

Open 24 hours
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Things to do nearby

Whisky Tasting & Storytelling
Whisky Tasting & Storytelling
Tue, Dec 9 • 5:15 PM
Edinburgh, EH1 1DR, United Kingdom
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Small Group Size Harry Potter Tour
Small Group Size Harry Potter Tour
Tue, Dec 9 • 10:00 AM
Edinburgh, EH1, United Kingdom
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Explore the castle with your guide
Explore the castle with your guide
Tue, Dec 9 • 1:30 PM
Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
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Nearby restaurants of The Three Sisters

BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate

Vittoria on the Bridge

Frankenstein

Cafe Andaluz Old Town

The Outsider Restaurant

Nando's Edinburgh - Chambers Street

Burgers and Beers Grillhouse

Bertie's Proper Fish & Chips

OX184

Divino Enoteca Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate

BrewDog Edinburgh Cowgate

4.4

(1.5K)

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Vittoria on the Bridge

Vittoria on the Bridge

4.5

(2.2K)

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Frankenstein

Frankenstein

4.2

(2.4K)

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Cafe Andaluz Old Town

Cafe Andaluz Old Town

4.4

(1.4K)

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S WilsonS Wilson
Have enjoyed many nights in here since a student 15 years ago. Tonight we were greeted in an initially friendly manner and told to take a table. 10 minutes later and half way through our pint we were told to move since the table was reserved - no reservation signs and 9 other free tables. We asked if we could finish our pints until anyone came to one of the 10 free tables but were very rudely told by the blonde lady on the door to move. My brother, who is suffering from long covid and hasn't been out in a while and cannot stand for long periods was told very insultingly by the same lady: "you move!" as the large doorman came up to us threateningly. We sank our pints and left. I've never been treated so poorly at any pub in Edinburgh and really disappointed in the 3 Sisters. This has really put a damper on an otherwise nice day out. Frankly we will go to some of the lovely competitors nearby. Just sorry to see such a great establishment and stalwart of the Cowgate treat customers so poorly at 7pm on a Saturday evening. Attached is the photo of the empty tables that we watched as we were told to stand. Just a bit of a bizarre experience.
Peyton LoweryPeyton Lowery
My friends and I went last night and were very disappointed with our experience. We sat at a table waiting for someone to take our order but after about 10 minutes no one had come to ask us what we wanted so we went to the bar to order. We were told that the kitchen was open so I ordered my food and drink. The bartender took 10 minutes to make my drink, and didn’t take anyone else in our party’s order (despite everyone literally standing together at the bar waiting to order). Then once she finally finished my drink, she told my friends the kitchen was closed so they couldn’t order food. I had already paid for my order so I waited while my friends went across the street to get food somewhere else. I waited 10-20 minutes for my “salad”, which turned out to be literally 4 pieces of lettuce and a heap of meat. I will say it was delicious, but not a salad and not worth £12. The marinade was heavenly, but the overall experience was very disappointing.
Paul KingPaul King
Cool looking bar,unfortunately our request for food was handled very unprofessionally with Alot of delayed back and forth responses only to be told after an hour of waiting that even though they agreed at first to make us the food we ordered,that they couldn't then process our order for four burger's as they didn't have enough staff to cater for 4 extra people because there was an Xmas party on with twenty people and yet the rest of the premises was empty..which is ridiculous,it seemed to bring the entire place to a standstill. Cocktails/drinks were average by no means something to write home about and also a fight broke out outside when we were present and no sign of security getting involved or stopping the altercation.No sign of any help or apology from the staff so I'd say steer clear unless it's a last resort many others great bars in Edinburgh deserve your money.
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Have enjoyed many nights in here since a student 15 years ago. Tonight we were greeted in an initially friendly manner and told to take a table. 10 minutes later and half way through our pint we were told to move since the table was reserved - no reservation signs and 9 other free tables. We asked if we could finish our pints until anyone came to one of the 10 free tables but were very rudely told by the blonde lady on the door to move. My brother, who is suffering from long covid and hasn't been out in a while and cannot stand for long periods was told very insultingly by the same lady: "you move!" as the large doorman came up to us threateningly. We sank our pints and left. I've never been treated so poorly at any pub in Edinburgh and really disappointed in the 3 Sisters. This has really put a damper on an otherwise nice day out. Frankly we will go to some of the lovely competitors nearby. Just sorry to see such a great establishment and stalwart of the Cowgate treat customers so poorly at 7pm on a Saturday evening. Attached is the photo of the empty tables that we watched as we were told to stand. Just a bit of a bizarre experience.
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My friends and I went last night and were very disappointed with our experience. We sat at a table waiting for someone to take our order but after about 10 minutes no one had come to ask us what we wanted so we went to the bar to order. We were told that the kitchen was open so I ordered my food and drink. The bartender took 10 minutes to make my drink, and didn’t take anyone else in our party’s order (despite everyone literally standing together at the bar waiting to order). Then once she finally finished my drink, she told my friends the kitchen was closed so they couldn’t order food. I had already paid for my order so I waited while my friends went across the street to get food somewhere else. I waited 10-20 minutes for my “salad”, which turned out to be literally 4 pieces of lettuce and a heap of meat. I will say it was delicious, but not a salad and not worth £12. The marinade was heavenly, but the overall experience was very disappointing.
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Cool looking bar,unfortunately our request for food was handled very unprofessionally with Alot of delayed back and forth responses only to be told after an hour of waiting that even though they agreed at first to make us the food we ordered,that they couldn't then process our order for four burger's as they didn't have enough staff to cater for 4 extra people because there was an Xmas party on with twenty people and yet the rest of the premises was empty..which is ridiculous,it seemed to bring the entire place to a standstill. Cocktails/drinks were average by no means something to write home about and also a fight broke out outside when we were present and no sign of security getting involved or stopping the altercation.No sign of any help or apology from the staff so I'd say steer clear unless it's a last resort many others great bars in Edinburgh deserve your money.
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Myself and lads were in Edinburgh last weekend. Tipped into Sisters on Friday (15th Sept) around 19:30. As we all arrived one of the lads accidentally walked in the exit instead of the entrance which are located right beside each other at the front gate. Bear in mind he had never been there before, so it was an easy mistake to make. Also bear in mind there was actually no one arriving or leaving at the time. The kind and friendly bouncer took all this on board and immediately roared at by my mate that he needed to walk back out the exit and walk back in the entrance. Cool the jets crazy bouncer man. My mate had to walk out and literally turn around and walk back in. LOLs.

Headed inside which wasn't too packed but found it hard to get served. Lots of staff milling around but none that actually seemed that bothered if you got served or not. Most of staff seemed more interested in trying to avoid you rather then serve you. Ordered some beers finally but by 20:30 the place was absolutely wedged. Pointless trying to order any more drinks at this stage especially seeing as it was slow earlier when you were standing at the bar never mind 2 or 3 rows back. Appreciate it was a Friday night and there was a college night on and raining outside so most people were inside as opposed to in the beer garden but getting out of the place was mission to say the least. Tom Cruise would have struggled I reckon and let’s be honest here Tom rarely struggles ever. Solid wall to wall with people. Like the proverbial sardines in the proverbial sardine tin. I dread to think what would have happened if there was reason to try and evacuate the place in a hurry. There would have been some stampede/carnage. As we left people were still being admitted

Popped back in on the Saturday (16th) (genuinely not sure why) to catch some of the football around 13:00. Place not that busy at all but sadly exact same issue as previous night with the bar staff and ordering drinks. The staff work hard at trying to avoid you. I'll give them that. Between the four of us we ordered some drinks and food.

Tiger tiger chicken wings (one was eaten, and rest left as they were so bad) Nacho cheese tortillas (tasteless tortillas with tasteless cheese sauce. Majority left behind) Sweet and sour BBQ pulled pork pizza (slightly raw around the edges and cold in the middle) Riegelmann Hot Dog (Not good.. Not good at all)

And just to point out we not picky when it comes to food. I once ate a 5 pound kebab and lived to tell the tale. The food was horrendous. Not sure if it was an off day in the kitchen or the chef started early on the sherry, but it wasn't good.

One of lads called Ken had been there before, said he would normally give a ten but alas he no longer can. I suppose that's just Ken. He will always be a friend though. Silver lining, I suppose.

Anyways we all left and headed to Telegraph Road.. One of the lads had left his keys there.

Methinks we won't be...

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38w

Terrible experience over Wales v Scotland match, pre booked a table for my family and i paid £75 and was a shambles when we turned up as no way through the court yard safely you had to literally push past like sardines to get through and was told we were upstairs so we went upstairs and then was told no no you are downstairs so went downstairs and so went back down amongst the absolute chaos and they had so many people waiting who had paid more than us for there experience and were late getting seated, we finally got taken to our table over 20 minutes later than our booked and paid for time after much confusion from staff with where it was everyone was sitting! And then there was people sat on our table who then had to be moved and table cleared so that took another ten minutes so half an hour late we finally sit down and time was going on the game had already started and so we were not happy about that, and then the whole hassle of asking where our drinks were after another twenty minutes of waiting and that was all stress as we had paid for drinks and food in advance before going to Edinburgh and then the shambles of the three sisters took away our experience of watching the rugby in there bar! Would never recommend going during any rugby festival or anything big as it was dangerously busy, personally after going to the three sisters and seeing how it was managed from getting in the court yard etc they should have a pathway from the entrance to the door clear from people, put a barrier either side so it’s safe to walk through and there should be no pre booking on rugby days etc as it should be first come first served in there with getting a table, very disappointed and not worth £75, way way too busy in there, how there allowed to have that many people in there is beyond me! Health and safety would of had a field day! Better management and thought for...

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Shame on Discriminatory Dress Code and Racist Guard I was excited to spend a memorable night with some classmates before some of them left the city. As I am from East Asia, it will not be easy for me to return to Europe in the future and reunite with my my pals. Little did I know, this excitement would turn into frustration due to the club's discriminatory dress code and the rude action of the staff.

After the pres, we were all looking forward to enjoying ourselves and making lasting memories. However, upon arriving at the club, I was shocked to find out that I was not allowed inside due to wearing trousers. The reason given was that I needed to be wearing jeans to enter. This immediately struck me as both arbitrary and unjust. What made matters worse was that when the guards lost patience and shouted at me, some of other males were also wearing trousers, yet they were not subjected to the same restriction. The inconsistency in enforcing this dress code left me feeling being racist and humiliated.

What angers me even more is that this racial discrimination behavior not only ruined our evening but also potentially severed the last opportunity to spend time with some of my classmates before they left. It is truly disheartening that a club would prioritize enforcing a questionable dress code over providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for its patrons. Racism and rudeness have no place in any establishment, especially in a diverse and multicultural city like Edinburgh. I strongly urge others to consider this situation before choosing to patronize this club. No one should be subjected to such treatment based on their normal clothing choices or ethnicity.

I hope that by sharing my experience, others will be cautious when deciding where to spend their...

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