The Cambridge Bar is a pub in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. Rated 4.6 stars from 1117 Google reviews. Known for burgers and staff attentiveness. Best for burgers and catching a match. Price range: £20–30.
The Cambridge Bar is rated 4.6★ on Google (1,117 reviews) and 4.5★ on TripAdvisor (629 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
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The Cambridge Bar
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 1,117 |
| Best for | Burgers |
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
1,746 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Reliable burgers, friendly staff, and a roaring fire make this a neighbourhood fixture worth the trip to Stockbridge.
You want the best burgers in Edinburgh without pretension or a long wait.
About The Cambridge Bar
Stockbridge's go-to for a serious burger, The Cambridge Bar is an airy, stylish gastropub with a roaring fire that earns its keep on a cold Edinburgh evening. The burgers are the main event — the haggis burger draws particular attention, and the five alarm burger has its devoted following too — with sweet potato fries and onion rings the sides people keep coming back to. Beyond the food, a whisky selection worth exploring and cask ales on tap mean there is always something worth drinking alongside the meal. Staff are consistently warm and quick — Gav in particular gets a name-check for his service. Trivia nights bring a proper local crowd and a family feel that is harder to find than it should be in this part of town.
In the last 90 days, The Cambridge Bar has drawn 9 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Burgers
Multiple recent reviews single out the burgers as the best in Edinburgh; the Portobello and Cajun sandwiches are specifically named as very good.
Staff attentiveness
Reviewers consistently praise friendly, efficient service; one review specifically names Gav for excellent customer service.
Whisky and hot sauce selection
Google review topics show whisky selection mentioned 13 times and hot sauces 9 times; one recent review praises the good range of hot sauce.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Cambridge Bar
The Cambridge Bar in Stockbridge, Edinburgh is known for the Portobello and Cajun sandwiches, both consistently praised in recent reviews for quality and care in preparation. The Haggis burger and Five Alarm burger also feature prominently in what people mention online.
The Cambridge Bar in Stockbridge hosts regular trivia nights that draw groups for a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The pub's multi-screen setup and roaring fire make it equally suited to casual group dining or catching a match together.
The Cambridge Bar offers a thoughtfully curated whisky selection, craft beers, and cask ales. The pub also stocks a good range of hot sauces to pair with the food.
The Cambridge Bar in Stockbridge, Edinburgh has a welcoming atmosphere and staff noted for their friendliness and attentiveness. Recent reviews mention family feel on trivia nights, and staff are willing to accommodate dietary preferences.
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On the Stockbridge Hot List · ranked October 2026
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