Sandy Bells in Edinburgh

Went there for the music. It was ok, more american/country+pop than folk.It was quite busy, not enough seating, people were sitting on the floor or perched on stools.Dog friendly placeUnfortunately not the cleanest place.

It was our first visit in Edinburgh so we were looking for a pub with traditional look. Sandy bell’s was a best choice. We got some beer and many kinds of scotch whisky. Live folk music created a great atmosphere. I would like to repeat it.

Live folk music starts at 9PM. Wonderful pub, very authentic with live music. A Scottish experience to say the least!

Walked in last night to a pub that was like it was in the good old days before March 2020. Heaving, crowded, busy and a breath of fresh air from the majority of city centre pubs that seem to make up their overly safe and scared rules. Then wonder why they arent busy.

Fantastic local music bar. Good beer selection, everyone is very friendly and the music is unmatchable

Just adding a bit of a reference point to balance the comments about masks. Also in a busy bar with only one member of staff working they may not look directly at you when explaining something to you as they may also be serving 3 people at once

We enjoyed the pub. We Went before any music acts, but enjoyed chatting with a regular and the bartender. Treated kindly. It is small so not a lot of sitting area and they do not serve food so eat before you go.

We love this place! Excellent staff, friendly and knowledgeable about whisky, gin and more. The music is wonderful. Not too loud to still have a conversation. We met some characters here.

The staff is so friendly and helpful. There's live traditional music, and it looks like it's a local go-to place. Loved it.

It’s a tiny little bar with wonderful & best friendly staff in whole EdinburghThey have a huge huge drinks list at a very very reasonable priceIf you get confused or ant sure what you want to have the team will not only help you out but also give you an insight of the drink; they are very very knowledgableIt is called as the folk music hubPlease please visit them if you are in EdinburghThey really need our love & support to continue the beautiful Scottish Folk music heritage