Bullard & Worth
Bullard & Worth
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Don't be fooled by the frosted windows, metal grates, and worn down old doors, behind the unassuming facade is one of Edinburgh’s best cocktail bars. This intimate speakeasy draws influence from bars in Berlin and New York, cocktails are stirred down and boozy, service is personable, and the setting is suitably moody and comfortable.
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Neighborhood: New Town
Suits and shopping bags rule the streets of New Town, until after dark when strappy dresses come out to play. This is the city’s central business district with its smaller offices, clothes boutiques, and many of the city’s flashiest restaurants and ritziest clubs. The architecture along roads like George Street helps give it a swank and formal feel: it’s a planned Georgian development of regal townhouses, geometric squares, and self-important statues. But it’s also a very wanderable neighborhood, with a healthy bustle at almost any time of day and fine people-watching in places like St Andrew's Square which fills with picnickers around lunch. You’ll also find a series of cheerful basement bistros on Hanover Street, while dark Rose Street has something of the feel of an undiscovered back alley and is chock-full of characterful pubs and small independent shops.
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  • Charlotte B
    Southampton, United Kingdom118 contributions
    Secret Bar
    This bar was out of the way and quiet, quirky and we loved the menus tucked away in detective envelopes. I must admit the shared toilets are not ideal and we only stayed for the one drink as it is pricey but it's a cosy and chilled atmosphere. If your budget is high enough they also have some very old and expensive whiskeys..no fear if not the waitress will recommend a cocktail for you. They also make sure you are topped up with water which is much needed! We had a lovely time!
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 18, 2020
  • Gemma W
    47 contributions
    Great Experience
    On a windy Wednesday night I was the only patron in this bar and I had a brilliant time! David and Elliot (sorry if I've got names wrong!) were friendly and entertaining. I never actually had any drinks from the menu, instead they asked me what I liked spirits, flavors, etc and came up with some brilliant concoctions. The bar has an old speakeasy vibe and the drinks match. Short but strong! This bar won't be for everyone but they do the concept well in my opinion and I will be recommending to others who appreciate a good cocktail.
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 17, 2020
  • Matt E
    East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom57 contributions
    Love Love Love!
    Absolutely loved it here, after we found it! I really really enjoy the concept of these hidden 1920’s speakeasy’s. From the knocking on the door, the period decor and the strong and short drinks. It’s well worth a visit if you’re in Edinburgh!
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 30, 2020
  • Just one more....
    Cheshire, United Kingdom865 contributions
    Rude staff, expensive and a silly concept
    It's situated up dirty rubbish invested back road. The door is made to 'look' old with no name on it and locked. You knock to be let in ( i think this is supposed to enhance the experience) You are not allowed to stand, so have to wait... on a waiting list for a table! the placed only has about 10 /12 small tables. An incredibly rude waitress takes your order from the table, from a silly menu ( in an envelope.. more mystique!) However, don't dare ask for anything that contains 'perishables' for example a bloody Mary! They don't serve drinks with 'perishables' All in all it's a very small dark bar, that I found scruffy with a surly waitress, the cost for 2 single gin and tonics ( without any perishables £10.00. not worth going to this silly gimmick of a bar. I can see how some may think it's good but it really is not worth the effort.
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 9, 2020
  • Elsa F
    London, United Kingdom40 contributions
    Quirky cocktail bar in Edinburgh
    The bar is disguised as an old fashion detective agency and you need to knock on the door to get in. Small bar inside with dim lights and cosy atmosphere. The cocktails are good but very small for the price. There is no beer available.
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 4, 2020
  • Iker J
    Carlisle, United Kingdom3 contributions
    Rude and overrated
    This place has changed a lot in the last year... Even when they have enough place to have a quick drink, you will always find that they are very arbitrary with who they want to have there. The worst thing is that waiter that received us the last times is very rude and arrogant. I used to recommend it but not anymore.
    Visited August 2017
    Traveled solo
    Written August 14, 2017
  • RkG
    United Kingdom11 contributions
    Negative experience
    Had a pretentious experience which ruined the vibe of the evening completely. This place really isn't special and the drinks did not impress us. There's better bars around, especially in this price range.
    Visited February 2018
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 15, 2018
  • Jake
    Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom46 contributions
    You HAVE to visit this place
    Great experience. We actually couldn’t find the bar at first glance, then when we finally came back to look again it was pretty obvious.... a great idea with brilliant cocktails.
    Visited March 2019
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 23, 2020
  • Christine C
    Bensalem, Pennsylvania40 contributions
    Drinks with a twist
    We were on a search to find the perfect martini for our son in law and we nailed it. In fact. The cocktails were better than anticipated. It was fun looking for this secret spot
    Visited October 2019
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 21, 2019
  • Nice bar
    We stopped in for a fee drinks last night. Service was excellent and the prices were good.The place was clean
    Visited September 2018
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 13, 2018
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Just one more....
Cheshire, UK865 contributions
Jan 2020
It's situated up dirty rubbish invested back road. The door is made to 'look' old with no name on it and locked. You knock to be let in ( i think this is supposed to enhance the experience) You are not allowed to stand, so have to wait... on a waiting list for a table! the placed only has about 10 /12 small tables. An incredibly rude waitress takes your order from the table, from a silly menu ( in an envelope.. more mystique!) However, don't dare ask for anything that contains 'perishables' for example a bloody Mary! They don't serve drinks with 'perishables'

All in all it's a very small dark bar, that I found scruffy with a surly waitress, the cost for 2 single gin and tonics ( without any perishables £10.00.

not worth going to this silly gimmick of a bar. I can see how some may think it's good but it really is not worth the effort.
Written January 9, 2020
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Elsa F
London, UK40 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The bar is disguised as an old fashion detective agency and you need to knock on the door to get in. Small bar inside with dim lights and cosy atmosphere. The cocktails are good but very small for the price. There is no beer available.
Written January 4, 2020
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Iker J
Carlisle, UK3 contributions
Aug 2017 • Solo
This place has changed a lot in the last year... Even when they have enough place to have a quick drink, you will always find that they are very arbitrary with who they want to have there. The worst thing is that waiter that received us the last times is very rude and arrogant. I used to recommend it but not anymore.
Written August 14, 2017
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RkG
United Kingdom11 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Had a pretentious experience which ruined the vibe of the evening completely.

This place really isn't special and the drinks did not impress us. There's better bars around, especially in this price range.
Written February 15, 2018
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Jake
Aberdeenshire, UK46 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Great experience. We actually couldn’t find the bar at first glance, then when we finally came back to look again it was pretty obvious.... a great idea with brilliant cocktails.
Written February 23, 2020
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Christine C
Bensalem, PA40 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
We were on a search to find the perfect martini for our son in law and we nailed it. In fact. The cocktails were better than anticipated. It was fun looking for this secret spot
Written October 21, 2019
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Sep 2018 • Couples
We stopped in for a fee drinks last night. Service was excellent and the prices were good.The place was clean

Written September 13, 2018
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nbelsky
Duluth, MN28 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Lovely speakeasy located in an alley off of Rose St. Delicious and innovative cocktails and really lovely ambiance - quiet, romantic and intimate feel.
Written July 24, 2017
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Juliegillie
Feltham, UK92 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
I've sampled a few cocktails in my time but the cocktails I drank here were by far the best I have ever tasted!!
Just off of Rose Street, a small but beautifully decorated bar awaits. Very atmospheric almost a step back in time.
The detective theme follows through with the menu in a brown envelope marked 'confidential' and the bill in a smaller envelope marked 'case closed'.
I drank a 'no yolk sour', 'pain au raisin flip', and a 'no sleep til Brooklyn' these were amazing! Cocktails to savour in beautiful glassware. Friendly staff...a hidden gem!
Recommend!
Written May 17, 2017
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Quirky
Preston, UK10 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Really nice vibe to this secret style bar. Just knock and the door and wait to be seated by the friendly bar tender. Recommend for one or two drinks.
Written December 6, 2019
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