At Goblin Ha' Gifford - East Lothian

We don’t eat out much but in the last few years have had lunch or dinner out a few times. Especially as have to take elderly relatives out for a treat. Most recently had come t o decision I would just in future buy sandwiches from M&S . The trend seems to be toward lego shaped cubes of unrecognisable treats such as smoked salmon ?puree? or last Xmas ordered turkey which had been processed and squeezed into a stocking shaped roll of which we each had one’slice’ I just couldn’t eat it!! Was recommended I try Goblin Ha in Gifford which was conveniently near a relatives house. Not expecting much. So what a surprise. Real food. Real soup. Real recognisable starter of prawn cocktail. Real main course. Haddock. Brilliant. Haggis delicious. Puddings yummy. Don’t know what the others ordered. I couldn’t finish mine there was too much. All perfectly cooked and presented . It wasnt expensive . £170 for 7 of us most with starter main and dessert. And drinks. (ordered one bottle wine) Don’t know how they do it. Has been ‘taken over since last visited few years ago. Unfortunately because of family circumstances unlikely will be able to go often but thoroughly recommend to anyone . The layout has also been changed and our young relatives were delighted to see 2 geese in comfy enclosure. Thoroughly recommend to anyone not just for value of money but for enjoyable edible food.

Fantastic night. Staff excellent. Steak pies delicious and the best fish chips I have ever tasted . Compliments to the chef.

The staff were friendly and accommodating, the ambiance and atmosphere were fantastic, and the service was top-notch.

We popped in after a wee walk, to see if the rugby was on. We were welcomed as if we were family to join the crowd through the back. Just before half time there were chips brought out. Thought this was a lovely gesture. I ordered the goats cheese bruschetta, this came, its was really nice and fresh. A different option from the usuals you see on a menu, it was tasty and reasonably priced. We’ve been before as a large group for once of there karaoke nights, this was great fun. We are heading back this weekend as there is a group for us going out for a meal. Always feel really welcomed when we come in here, would highly and happily travel.

Stayed here for a couple of nights. Already booked for another stay. Room comfy and clean. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Restaurant food was delicious.