The Black Fox
Your top pick in Leith for epic craft beers, creative cocktails, and delicious food in a friendly, dog-welcoming pub setting!
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About
If you're meandering through Leith, you absolutely have to pop into The Black Fox, or its newer sister spot by the shore! These pubs are where it's at for a brilliant selection of craft beers, some truly imaginative cocktails, and food that goes beyond your average pub grub – think amazing burgers, plus stellar vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. The atmosphere is always warm and friendly, thanks to the welcoming staff and cosy interiors, making it the perfect hideaway for a relaxed meal, a lively evening out, or a casual daytime brunch. And big bonus: they're dog-friendly, so your four-legged pals can join the fun!
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Dining
The Black Fox offers scrumptious food including burgers and pizzas with options for lunch, dinner, late night, and drinks. They are vegetarian-friendly, with vegan and gluten-free options, and also serve fantastic cocktails and craft beers in a cozy pub environment.
Full Description
The Black Fox is a popular pub in Edinburgh with two distinct locations offering craft beers, wines, creative cocktails, and a diverse food menu. The original establishment is situated at 17 Albert Place, Edinburgh EH7 5, and its second outpost, "The Black Fox by the Shore," is located at 48-52 Constitution Street, Edinburgh EH6 6RS. The Albert Place location, often referred to as "The Black Fox Leith," is known for its cosy environment, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and unique bespoke artwork. It serves lunch, dinner, and late-night drinks, featuring "scrumptious food" including pizzas and burgers available until 10 PM daily. Patrons can enjoy a selection of great craft beers, delicious wines, and fantastic cocktails, such as their distinctive "Leith Ritz." This branch has a Tripadvisor rating of 4.6 out of 5 bubbles from 442 reviews and is ranked #174 of 2,059 restaurants in Edinburgh. It is vegetarian-friendly, offers vegan and gluten-free options, and accepts major credit cards (Mastercard, Visa). Opening hours for this location are typically from 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM on Sunday, Friday, and Saturday, and from 12:00 PM (Monday-Wednesday) or 3:00 PM (Thursday) until 12:00 AM (Monday-Wednesday) or 1:00 AM (Thursday). Street parking is available. This location is wheelchair accessible, has restrooms, allows dogs, and is good for groups. Reservations are possible. "The Black Fox by the Shore" provides a unique ambiance that balances city-centre sophistication with a village pub feel, characterized by sumptuous leather chairs, chunky wooden tables, exposed stone, and open brickwork. This venue caters to a daytime crowd with brunches starting at 11 AM and "wee bites" served throughout the day, with more substantial burgers available from 5 PM. It is particularly recognized for its inclusive menu, offering vegetarian options like Jackfruit Sloppy Joes, Falafel Burgers, and Halloumi & Brie burgers, alongside dairy-free coleslaw and vegan focaccia buns. The drink selection includes organic wines, adventurous cocktails, and craft beers. Additionally, "The Black Fox by the Shore" offers two function rooms for hire free of charge. Its typical opening hours are from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Wednesday and Thursday, 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM on Friday, 10:00 AM to 1:00 AM on Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Sunday. This location is also wheelchair accessible.