The Merlin
Your friendly Morningside local for cracking pub grub, live sports, and epic game nights – dogs and students welcome!
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About
If you're looking for a genuinely friendly local pub in Morningside with a fantastic vibe, The Merlin is your spot! This place is always buzzing with a mix of students, locals, and theatre-goers, creating a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. You'll love catching all the big sports games on their screens, diving into a delicious haggis burger, or joining in for their free entry board game nights and lively quizzes. Don't miss out on their dog-friendly beer garden when the sun's out, and students, grab your discount card for 20% off! It’s the perfect place for a relaxed afternoon pint or a fun evening out.
Facilities
Board Games
The Merlin hosts tabletop games nights featuring a selection of board games, ranging from party games to modern eurogames, for a night of strategy, deception, or dice-fuelled chaos.
Dining
The Merlin offers a selection of delicious pub food, including pub classics, small plates for sharing, a burger of the month, and hearty Sunday roasts. They also provide a seniors menu with a 3-course meal for £7.99.
Football
The venue offers the opportunity to watch football all year round, including action from the SPL, Premier League, EFL, and European football.
Full Description
The Merlin is a big, friendly pub located at 1 Grange Rd, Edinburgh EH9 1UH, United Kingdom. It is a cosy Edinburgh pub described as being bursting with heritage, welcoming a diverse crowd including local pensioners, students from Napier University, and am-dram audiences. The pub is a hub for entertainment, offering live sports viewing on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, including Rugby Union (Six Nations and World Cup) and various football leagues (SPL, Premier League, EFL, European football). Regular events include Tabletop Games Nights, Board Games Nights, Digital Quiz Nights with free entry and gift card prizes, and Live Music every Saturday. The Merlin provides delicious pub food, including pub classics, small sharing plates, and a monthly burger special. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. Beverages include expertly-made beers, spirits, shots, and quality real ales. Students can enjoy a 20% discount on food and drink with a student discount card. Facilities include disabled access, a dog-friendly atmosphere, a beer garden, and free WiFi. The pub is family-friendly and can host functions. Payment is accepted via credit cards (American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa), debit cards, and NFC payments. Reservations are also available. Opening hours are: Monday-Wednesday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM, Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM, Friday-Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM, and Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM. Food is served daily until 9:00 PM. The Merlin has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 227 users and a TripAdvisor rating of 3.4 out of 5 from 499 reviews. Recent refurbishments have enhanced its comfort, acoustics, service, and real ale quality. Additionally, the property features 15 Type 2 (Socket Only) EV charging points, each with 7 kW power, AC (Single-Phase) current, 230 voltage, and 32 amps. These are operated by POD Point (UK) and require membership for public use, with a tariff structure of £0.45/kWh and £0.75/kWh. Free parking is available. The official website is https://brassmonkeygrange.co.uk/ and the phone number is +441316672335.