Located at 9-11 Annfield in Edinburgh, Basils is rapidly making a name for itself as a premier bar with a welcoming atmosphere. With its beautifully decorated interior and friendly staff, patrons like Pablo Vergara Pérez appreciate both the ambiance and the carefully curated music selection. The culinary offerings are impressive. The CharGrilled Chicken Salsa Flatbread stands out at £9.00, perfectly paired with a range of affordable wines, including the Flagstone Sauvignon Blanc for £6.00. Customer Angela Davey praised the Sunday Roast, highlighting the tender roast beef, delectable gravy, and perfectly cooked vegetables. The desserts, especially the warm Belgian waffle, add a sweet touch to the experience. While most reviews reflect a positive sentiment about the food and drink, customers like Lu suggested the desire for vegan options, which Basils has since addressed. The mix of vibrant cocktails and a comfy setting makes it an ideal spot for casual dining or date nights, as Raymond Antoni Balasca discovered. Overall, Basils combines fantastic food with a warm, community-focused vibe. Whether you're stopping by for a drink or a hearty meal, it's a place that promises a delightful experience worth revisiting.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has karaoke
Has live music
Has live performances
Has quiz night
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Has free water refills
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Basils
Pablo Vergara Pérez
May 6,2025
This new place has a beautiful decoration, super nice staff, and their music taste is similar to my own, so I enjoyed the music a lot. But the most important part of the business is food and drink and it was amazing. We will be back soon!
Lu
Apr 30,2025
This place has so much potential. Friendly service, comfy, plenty of events, and the cocktails were good, but would love some vegan food options so we could eat here, and would also love some local beers on the menu. The atmosphere wasn't quite right either. Good music but the lights were way too bright, needs some candles or something to make it cosy. We will still definitely be back for more drinks! Edit: they added vegan options! Fab
Angela Davey
Apr 20,2025
Basils has an excellent location directly across from the tram stop. All 3 in my group ordered the Sunday Roast. Plate was perfectly proportioned with roast beef, an amazing gravy, roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding with perfectly cooked carrots and beautifully seasoned cabbage. Great selection of puddings. One sticky toffee pudding ordered and one apple crumble... delicious. All with some pre-rugby beer to accompany. Lovely family run business with fantastic service in great atmosphere. Highly recommend.
Raymond Antoni Balasca
Apr 7,2025
Booked a table for a date night. The place is tidy and very beautifully decorated. The staff is friendly and very responsive. And the food.. The food is absolutely fantastic . The size of the dishes is abundant and the taste (Oh, the taste!) is even better! Would definitely recommend a meal there, if you find yourself in the area!
Tessa Parker
Mar 7,2025
Lovely food and very friendly service! Went near Christmas so was nicely decorated and festive. Would definitely recommend to visit
Graham Telfer
Feb 20,2025
Took my mother last week for lunch. Was quiet but very friendly staff. 2 Mains , 3 drinks (2 alcoholic) & 2 desserts for 42. Good value for money & will return..
Julia Walker
Feb 11,2025
My Niece and I used to visit here before suddenly closing. Now opened under new family business I have to say the food was good for value for money the staff, Mandy & Joe were excellent. Their when they were needed, yet still gave us privacy when also needed. Thanks again guys. We will be back to see your upcoming ideas which you spoke about. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Sara Anderson
Feb 7,2025
Amazing staff, service and food. Would highly recommend!
Reviews For Basils