Even though I'm not the world's biggest fan of this place, it is so refreshing to see a bar on Cowgate that isn't chav central. \n\nIt's got all the low ceilings and rabbit-warren style layout that you'd expect to find in the heart of the Old Town, which brings me to my first grumble. Without wanting to sound princessy, as soon as there are more than about 10 people in here it gets really humid and smelly.\n\nDrinks aren't that cheap, either. I went once with my flatmate because we'd heard that pool was free in the afternoon for students, but when you pay George Street prices for a pint before long it actually works out as quite an expensive game!\n\nIt's great for live music though. They regularly have local bands playing (usually along the indie/rock/folk lines) and these are always a good night.