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Jekyll and Hyde’s is a member of the Scary Pub Company chain of pubs, of which there are a number within Edinburgh, including the Old Fire Station, Sneaky Pete's and Maggie Dicksons to name a few. They all have a theme based on the darker side of Edinburgh History. Jekyll and Hyde’s ... Read review
Prologue Lost In The Darkness Facade Pursue The Truth Facade Emma's Reasons I Must Go On ... more
Take Me As I Am Letting Go Facade No One Knows Who I Am Good 'N' Evil Now There Is No Choice This Is The Moment First Transformation Alive Your Work - And Nothing More Sympathy Tenderness Someone Like You Alive Murder Murder Once Upon A Dream Obsession In His Eyes Dangerous Game Facade The Way Back A New Life Confrontation Facade Finale
Advantages: Atmosphere, theme, drinks. Disadvantages: Bugs in the back
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Jekyll and Hyde’s is a member of the Scary Pub Company chain of pubs, of which there are a number within Edinburgh, including the Old Fire Station, Sneaky Pete's and Maggie Dicksons to name a few. They all have a theme based on the darker side of Edinburgh History. Jekyll and Hyde’s theme comes from the Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Luis Stevenson.
Stevenson got his inspiration ... ...twisted it so that Doctor Jekyll used his chemistry skills to delve into the other side of his human psyche.
The pub plays more on the darker side of the story, but everything is normal on the outside. Jekyll and Hyde’s is located a short walk from Princes Avenue, at 112 Hanover Street. The front is not too flashy and a single door leads inside.
And some of them are big Bug***s! Some have eight legs, some six, some are hairy, some not. OK, so before all the arachnophobes run off screaming and never think of entering the place I will let you know that they are all safely behind glass. They are also mostly at the rear of this fabulous pub so you can safely stay to the front without catching a glance of them through the corner of your eye.
Jekyll and Hyde’s is a member of the Scary Pub Company chain of pubs, of which there are a number within Edinburgh, including the Old Fire Station, Sneaky Pete's and Maggie Dicksons to name a few. They all have a theme based on the darker side of Edinburgh History. Jekyll and Hyde’s theme comes from the Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Luis Stevenson.
Stevenson got his inspiration from the historical figure of Deacon Brodie, a respected member of Edinburgh Society by day and a feared thug by night (there is a pub named after this gent on the Royal Mile). He twisted it so that Doctor Jekyll used his chemistry skills to delve into the other side of his human psyche.
The pub plays more on the darker side of the story, but everything is normal on the outside. Jekyll and Hyde’s is located a short walk from Princes Avenue, at 112 Hanover Street. The front is not too flashy and a single door leads inside.
The pub can be split into four parts.
1. The bar and Balcony 2. The library 3. The Laboratory 4. Downstairs
The bar area is dark and has a balcony overlooking it on three sides. The balcony has seating and is more suitable for smaller groups or couple due to the constricted space. The bar is long and unobstructed, with only a couple of high tables and stools against the walls opposite it. It is a bar for standing at and has forged iron footrests and grab rails. A great selection of drinks is available at the bar. I will tell you about them later.
From the bar you can move into the library or proceed downstairs. The library is reached by a few steps and is dominated by a simulated bookshelf. It may seem strange that the area before the book case is devoid of seats and table - it looks like the ideal spot - however, if you find the two books entitled "Stories for Boys" or "Stories for Girls" you can open the hidden doors and enter the relevant toilets. I can only comment on the gents, but don't be surprised at the groans and moans while you take a leak. It's not the hinges, and the cubicle may well be empty!
Also in the library are a sofa and a few tables. Large groups tend to hang around this area, overflowing the sofa.
From the library you can enter the laboratory in two ways. One way is to climb a short stairway up to a broad balcony containing booths, the other is to walk through a passageway to the laboratory itself. Have a look in the mirror if you leave through this passage - you may be surprised.
The Laboratory is dominated by a glass case containing the skeleton of a dog. There are also numerous cases containing lab equipment and other freaky stuff (This is where the bugs are). There are four booths in the lower laboratory and a similar number on the balcony overlooking the main floor.
Back into the bar and heading downstairs takes you to more toilets and further drinking areas and another bar. This tends to be more standing area only - as a result I normally head for the laboratory.
There are the usual beers and spirits on sale, as well as selected ales. Howling Moon is one I recommend. There is also the opportunity to try cocktails served in test tubes. These multicoloured drinks retail for about £1.00 and are too easy to drink! You can also buy a mini "Yard of ale" glass with the Scary Pub Company logo on it. A varied food menu is also available, with the usual fare and also a selection of platters heaving with dippy stuff - excellent for a group with the munchies!
With being part of a chain the pubs promote each other with leaflets and merchandise and award concessions if you visit all of them.
During the day the pub is an ideal spot away from the hustle of Princes Ave for something to eat, and on a night it is heaving. Get in early if you want a seat.
Advantages: great, erie atmoshpere Disadvantages: always packed by 9 pm
...pub in Edinburgh is the Jekyll and Hyde. It's quite central for one, you can walk there easily from Princes Street. The whole place is decorated with old books, medical instruments, bones and more, and of course all the stuff is supposed to have belonged to Dr. Jekyll himself.
In any case, the atmosphere is great, you can sit up on a little balcony or even go down to a vault-like part. Among the things I'd recommend you try is any one of the cocktails ... ...want a whole pitcher, go for a smaller quantity served in a test-tube. The Nachos are also great, you get a pile of them for not too much money. All in all, this place is a must-see and you'll discover new things every time you go. As for discovering the hidden toilet - well, I won't help you with this one. Just watch how the others do it. ...
kat1605 04.10.2000
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...what is essentially a Dr Jekyll museum.
Well recommended. This has to be my most favourite pub in the UK. If I lived in Edinburgh I wouldn't be out of this place. It won't appeal to everyone but tough. It appeals to like minded people so that makes it absolutely perfect. ...
IanRThompson 06.01.2004
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