The Old Chain Pier
32 Trinity Crescent
EH5 3EE
0131 552 1233
A bar cum restaurant with a maritime feel abutting the sea wall overlooking the Forth where the old Old Chain Pier used to stand, before it was destroyed in a gale in 1898. Dating from the end of the Second World War when the Chain Pier ticket
office was converted, the bar incorporates the original bulwark where the chains were anchored. It was re-roofed and refitted internally following a fire in 2004, when a conservatory was was also built to extend the dining area. The bar now mostly relies on the food trade.
The pub was a legend run by Betty Moss. Though far from today's pub, Betty's days must be mentioned. She of indeterminate age wore square bamboo framed glasses and electric blue kimono cum kaftan. The bar served Campbell Hope and Kings out of most taps, but was called lager if that's what you asked for. The walls and ceilings were festooned with beer mats and business cards and a multi-coloured plastic ribbon curtain led to a small 'select'. It had a balcony, with rickety wooden spars that took some nerve. Closing time was fun as Betty waved a sword or brandished mock (we hope) firearms - ah such fun.
The Harbour Inn
4, Fishmarket Square
EH6 4LW
0131 552 3968
This is the oldest free house in Newhaven. The pub has live music on Wednesdays and Saturdays - also on the last Sunday in the month.
The Lobster Pot
Craighall Rd EH6 4RR
0131 552 2914
A cosy locals’ bar in a quiet residential area next to Trinity Academy. Near the site of the, now derelict, railway station booking office, which is on the opposite side of the road.
The Starbank Inn
64, Laverockbank Rd
EH5 3BZ
0131 552 4141
Across the road from the Old Chain Pier, next to Starbank park, the Starbank Inn faces over the Forth and backs onto one of Edinburgh's most select areas. Built up a strong reputation for good real ales.
