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CAFES, BARS & CLUBS
0131 629 0275
18-24 Clerk Street
Edinburgh, EH8 9HX
THE DOG HOUSE
LIVE Music
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Who’d want to be sent to the dog house? Well,
when the dog house in question is a classic
British boozer serving hearty pies and good ale,
the experience promises to be pure pleasure, not
punishment. Home to Hero, the English bulldog,
this Edinburgh pub espouses the values and
passions – read: alcohol – off all archetypal Brits.
Hero is a real live dog, it should be noted, not a
porcelain pooch. If you’re looking for a quiet pint
in a pub more akin to a library reading room, there
may be other establishments more suited to your
proclivities. For everyone else though, The Dog
House is a rowdy, good-natured ball of fun, a
place where everyone is welcome and no one is a
stranger. The slew of five-star reviews to be found
on The Dog House’s Facebook page give a good
indicator of what you can expect, with high praise
reserved for the friendly staff in particular and for
its resident bulldog, who rightfully rules the roost.
There’s another reason why drinkers are quick to
make a beeline for the Clerk Street establishment
and slow to leave – the music. A stirring soundtrack
ensures there’s always something to nod along to
and your favourite tune is never more than a few
tracks away. A popular open mic night also gives the
city’s musicians and wordsmiths a chance to shine.
Beer-wise, expect a good selection of lagers and
ales, with the likes of Three Hop and Caledonian
XPA going down a treat. On weekends, the cocktail
menu also sees some serious action, keeping the
bartenders shaking and stirring till last orders are
called. Food is an integral part of the bar’s success
too; it’s simple, unpretentious fare, but cooked to
perfection using quality ingredients. An excellent
sirloin steak sandwich is just one of the highlights
to look out for at The Dog House, where pets are as
welcome as their owners.
THE DOG HOUSE
