The World's End

Discover a highly-rated Edinburgh pub experience at The World's End. Enjoy delicious food, craft beers, and cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere. Reservations recommended.

American · Seafood$$4.5(5,358)Edinburgh

A friendly, spacious local serving up cask ales and an extensive menu featuring speciality burgers.

About The World's End

Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, this popular establishment offers a welcoming atmosphere that truly feels like a home away from home. Diners consistently praise the excellent selection of draught beers and a thoughtfully curated food menu, with many highlighting standout dishes like the Salmon and Vintage Cheddar Fish cakes. The relaxed and casual ambiance makes it an ideal spot for both couples and groups of friends seeking a memorable meal. With a strong rating of 4.5 stars, it's clear that the combination of friendly staff, delicious cuisine, and an authentic pub feel contributes to its widespread appeal. Live music and cocktail offerings further enhance the experience.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Why Travelers Love The World's

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4.5 / 5.0(5,358 reviews)

We loved “The World’s End”. It is a very homey pub, with a great draught beer selection and a really good food menu. The two bartenders we had were outstanding. The atmosphere is very relaxed and casual; great for couples or gatherings of friends. Delicious food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. I had the Salmon and Vintage Cheddar Fish cakes and they were amazing. Everyone in the group loved their food. I highly recommend eating here. Nice pub with authentic feel. Took a bit of time to get seated but once that was done service was good. Food was just OK, was hoping to eat the slow cooked pork belly but apparently it's no longer in the menu. Had wild boar sausages instead which tasted disappointingly tame, though the sauce was great.

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Where to Find Them

2-8 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK

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Opening Hours

Open Now
Monday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Recent Reviews

Dave B.

November 9, 2025

We loved “The World’s End”. It is a very homey pub, with a great draught beer selection and a really good food menu. The two bartenders we had were outstanding. The atmosphere is very relaxed and casual; great for couples or gatherings of friends.

Maribel A.

November 5, 2025

Delicious food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. I had the Salmon and Vintage Cheddar Fish cakes and they were amazing. Everyone in the group loved their food. I highly recommend eating here.

John C.

September 15, 2025

Nice pub with authentic feel. Took a bit of time to get seated but once that was done service was good. Food was just OK, was hoping to eat the slow cooked pork belly but apparently it's no longer in the menu. Had wild boar sausages instead which tasted disappointingly tame, though the sauce was great.

Ann-Marie S.

October 20, 2025

Superb food and service! They were absolutely lovely and took great care of me as a solo dinner. I had a fantastic traditional dinner of steak and ale pie with an absolutely incredible grilled cabbage wedge and mash. The real star, however, was the haggis patties as a starter. I love haggis and these were some of the best I’ve ever had. And I could have bathed in the gravy. It was wayyy too much food for me but I somehow managed to eat most of it since I’d walked all day! Also bought a t-shirt for my son as a fun souvenir. Thank you to the wonderful staff at The World’s End for a great experience!

Sherdah M.

July 16, 2025

When visiting the John Knox Home Museum, the woman helping us suggested this place. It's a rainy Wednesday early evening and although it was busy in this small restaurant, we were seated within 10 minutes without a reservation. We were intrigued by the story, but impressed with the food for its creativity, freshness, and robust flavors. We started with the Pulled Beef Rib Croquettes and Aspargus & Feta Salad with peas & mint. Both starters were fantastic and bursting with flavor. For dinner we chose a Pulled Mushroom Chilli with black beans, parsley Bismanti Rice, and guacamole and a small salad. Also we shared Salmon Fishcakes & Vintage Cheddar with a side salad with lots of delicious veggies and three times cooked fries. For desert we shared a Blackberry Elderberry Eton Mess. It was not too sweet, but full of flavor with meringue slivers for a crunch.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make The World's special

Live Music

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Dog Friendly

Groups Welcome

Reservations

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Paid Street Parking

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