Collect your crew, come up with a clever name, and test your trivia at these Edinburgh pub quizzes throughout the city. From free-entry student nights to £100 jackpot battles, there’s a quiz for every team’s skill level and every evening of the week.
Updated September 2026
Edinburgh’s Best Pub Quizzes
Auld Hoose
Conveniently located for Pollock Halls (Edinburgh University) and Arthur’s Seat, the Auld Hoose serves the best giant nachos in Edinburgh. Address: 23–25 St Leonard’s Street, EH8 9QN.
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Quiz: Tuesday, 8pm. Entry: £2 per table. Prizes: £30 bar voucher for the winning team, plus a bag of crisps for last place. There’s also a rollover jackpot round for a cash prize.
Transport Connections: Buses to Clerk Street (short walk). Buses to St Leonard’s.
Bennets Bar
Bennets Bar is one of the city’s oldest and most historic pubs, located at 8 Leven Street, Tollcross, EH3 9LG (near Haymarket).
It attracts a studenty audience with cheap eats and a weekly bar quiz.
Quiz: Tuesday, 8pm. Free entry.
Dog House
Located in student-central in Newington, this quirky pub attracts all kinds of people. And if you’re lucky, you might meet the owner’s dog!
They now serve food from Brazilian street vendors, such as Tupiniquim, the best street food in Edinburgh.
Quiz: Check their Facebook for current quiz night – schedules have been changing recently.
Transport Connections: Any buses serving Clerk Street and Newington.
Fierce
Located at 167 Rose Street, EH2 4LS, Fierce bar hosts a quiz on the last Wednesday of each month.
Free entry, dog-friendly venue.
Quiz: Last Wednesday of the month, 7pm.
Golf Tavern
The Golf Tavern is popular with students. Close to Warrender Park Crescent (Edinburgh University Accommodation.) Address: 30–31 Wright’s Houses, Bruntsfield, EH10 4HR. One of Edinburgh’s oldest pubs, opened in 1456.
Quiz: Thursday, 9pm. Free entry.
Transport Connections: any buses to Bruntsfield.
Newsroom
Trendy bar located at the East End of Princes Street, 1 Leith Street, EH1 3AT. Cool window display.
Quiz: Thursday, 9pm. Free entry. £50 jackpot.
Go find the speakeasy after the quiz…
Transport Connections: Buses to Princes Street, North Bridge or Leith Street.
The Peartree
A student’s favourite hideout.
The Pear Tree is located directly opposite Edinburgh University’s Appleton Tower at 38 West Nicolson Street, EH8 9DD.
Quiz: Monday, 9pm. Entry: £1. £50 jackpot.
Transport: It is best to take a bus to South Bridge/Nicolson Street and walk along West Nicolson Street.
Pro Tip: Red Box does amazing noodle boxes
The Three Sisters
Convenient for many Edinburgh University halls of residence, including Kincaid’s Court, The Three Sisters is a very busy complex of bars at 139 Cowgate, EH1 1JS, including a beer garden with sports on TV.
Quiz: Tuesday, 8pm (hosted by Goose’s Quizzes). Free entry. Plus a Beer Garden Pub Quiz every Sunday at 1pm.
Transport Connections: Lothian Buses 2 and any other service to George IV Bridge, Forrest Road or Chambers Street.
The Tron
The Tron is an Edinburgh institution.
It is just behind the Tron Kirk in Hunter Square, 9 Hunter Square, EH1 1QW (next to the Royal Mile).
Quiz: Thursday, 9pm.
Transport Connections: Any bus that serves North Bridge. A short walk from the Royal Mile.
More Edinburgh Pub Quizzes
Amber Rose
A popular New Town pub at 22–26 Castle Street, EH2 4LS, hosting Dr Paul’s famous quiz every Monday. Free main quiz with a £50 cash jackpot (optional £2 entry for the jackpot round). Teams of up to 6.
Quiz: Monday, 8pm.
Malone’s Edinburgh
Located at 242 Morrison Street, EH3 8DT (near Haymarket), Malone’s hosts Goose’s Quizzes every Monday. Free entry, teams of up to 6. Booking recommended.
Quiz: Monday, 7pm.
Black Bull
A Grassmarket favourite at 12 Grassmarket, EH1 2JU, the Black Bull runs a weekly Thursday night pub quiz. Booking strongly recommended.
Quiz: Thursday.
Caley Sample Room
A modern Scottish pub and kitchen at 42–58 Angle Park Terrace, EH11 2JR (near Haymarket). Hosts regular quiz nights with live sport and live music on other evenings. Dog-friendly and family-friendly.
Quiz: Thursday (check their website for start time).
The Golden Rule
Located on Yeaman Place, EH11 1BT, The Golden Rule boasts one of the biggest quiz jackpots in Edinburgh at £100. Entry: £1.
Quiz: Tuesday, 8:30pm.
The Wee Pub
Tucked away in the Grassmarket at EH1 2JR, The Wee Pub is a cosy spot for a Thursday night quiz. Free entry with a £50 jackpot.
Quiz: Thursday, 9pm.
Candy Kitchen and Bar
Located on George Street, EH2 4JN, in the heart of the New Town. Free entry quiz with a £15 jackpot.
Quiz: Wednesday, 7pm.
Jeremiah’s Taproom
At Elm Row, EH7 4AA (near the Omni Centre), Jeremiah’s hosts a free Sunday evening quiz with a £20 jackpot. A great way to round off the weekend.
Quiz: Sunday, 8pm.
Edinburgh Pub Quizzes at a Glance
| Venue | Day & Time | Area | Entry | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auld Hoose | Tue 8pm | Southside | £2/table | EH8 9QN |
| Bennets Bar | Tue 8pm | Tollcross | Free | EH3 9LG |
| Dog House | Check Facebook | Newington | Free | EH8 9 |
| Fierce | Last Wed of month 7pm | New Town | Free | EH2 4LS |
| Golf Tavern | Thu 9pm | Bruntsfield | Free | EH10 4HR |
| Newsroom | Thu 9pm | Old Town | Free | EH1 3AT |
| The Peartree | Mon 9pm | Southside | £1 | EH8 9DD |
| The Three Sisters | Tue 8pm + Sun 1pm | Old Town | Free | EH1 1JS |
| The Tron | Thu 9pm | Old Town | Free | EH1 1QW |
| Amber Rose | Mon 8pm | New Town | Free | EH2 4LS |
| Malone’s Edinburgh | Mon 7pm | West End | Free | EH3 8DT |
| Black Bull | Thu | Grassmarket | Free | EH1 2JU |
| Caley Sample Room | Thu | Haymarket | Free | EH11 2JR |
| The Golden Rule | Tue 8:30pm | West End | £1 | EH11 1BT |
| The Wee Pub | Thu 9pm | Grassmarket | Free | EH1 2JR |
| Candy Kitchen | Wed 7pm | New Town | Free | EH2 4JN |
| Jeremiah’s Taproom | Sun 8pm | Leith Walk | Free | EH7 4AA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best pub quiz in Edinburgh?
It depends on what you’re after. For cash prizes, The Golden Rule offers a £100 jackpot (Tuesday, £1 entry). For atmosphere, The Three Sisters’ Tuesday quiz with Goose’s Quizzes is legendary. For a relaxed student-friendly vibe, the Auld Hoose or Bennets Bar are hard to beat.
Are Edinburgh pub quizzes free?
Most are completely free to enter. A few charge a small entry fee (£1–£2 per table) that goes towards the prize pot. The Auld Hoose charges £2 per table and offers a £30 bar voucher for winners. The Peartree and Golden Rule charge £1 entry.
Which nights have the most pub quizzes?
Thursday is the busiest quiz night in Edinburgh, with at least six venues running quizzes across the city. Tuesday comes second with five options. Monday and Wednesday each have three to four. Friday and Saturday are quiet for quizzes – most pubs save those nights for DJs or live music.
How do I start a pub quiz team?
Gather 3–6 friends and pick a catchy team name. Most Edinburgh quizzes allow teams of up to 6. You don’t need to register in advance for most free-entry quizzes – just turn up, grab a table, and sign in with the quiz host before the first round. For popular quizzes like The Three Sisters, booking ahead is recommended.
Do Edinburgh pubs offer cash prizes for quizzes?
Several do. The Golden Rule has a £100 jackpot (Tue, £1 entry). Amber Rose offers a £50 cash jackpot (Mon, free). The Newsroom, The Wee Pub, and Sportsters Bar all have £50 jackpots. Many others offer bar tabs or vouchers instead of cash.
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