You never know who you'll meet in this big, friendly bar in the heart of Morningside. It could be the local pensioners calling in for a morning coffee; it could be the students from nearby Napier University; it could be the am-dram audience en route to the Chu...
Whether you’re a band dreaming of the spotlight or a music lover hungry for fresh sounds, Untapped is your backstage pass. With live heats at the Merlin and a grand prize that could launch careers, it’s grassroots music done properly.
The biggest competition in Rugby Union is back this February, and we'll be showing every game at the Merlin! Join us for an incredible atmosphere and some world class rugby.
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Merlin
Disabled Facilities
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Sky Sports
TNT Sports
Beer Garden
WiFi
Coaches Accepted
Offers Functions
Spin the wheel, win a treat
Ready to spin to win? Our new app customers can win a free main, drink or dessert – all you have to do is spin the wheel!*
Download our free app, sign up and register your details to gain exclusive access to our wonderful wheel, full of prizes you won't want to miss out on. It's big wins, on us.
Plus, you'll have our amazing app ready for your next visit, so you can skip the queue and order straight to your table.
We all love a proper lunch, don’t we? Something tasty, satisfying, and easy on the wallet. That’s exactly what our Lunch Club is all about. Get your choice of a lunch dish & drink every Monday to Friday, 12pm–4pm.
This month, you could win one of six limited-edition bottles of Highland Park Between You & I, a rare 16-year-old single malt that’s a little different from the rest.
Textbooks closed, tabs open. Our student discount card lets you grab a tasty 20% off food and drink! Pop into the pub to get yours.
WORLD CUP BOOKINGS NOW LIVE!
The World Cup is BACK and better than ever in 2026! We’re ready and waiting with pints to be poured, big screens at the ready and cheers to rival a stadium crowd. It’s coming home!
Great food is at the heart of what we do at Merlin. Maybe it’s the warm welcome you get as soon as you step through the door, or the friendly service that makes you feel right at home.
From post-work drinks to Saturday sessions, there's a beer garden in Edinburgh just waiting to welcome you. So, text the group chat, grab a table and enjoy the classic British weather, rain or shine.
Established in 1719, Belhaven Brewery is the oldest working brewery in Scotland. Situated in Dunbar, the brewery nestles amongst the rolling barley fields of East Lothian, just 20 miles from Edinburgh.
