Yikes. I wasn't too keen on Guilty Lilly, the previous occupant of this building that closed down some time ago, but The Bonnington achieves an entirely new level of grim. \n\nIt can't quite make up its mind whether it wants to be a nice old man pub (which would probably suit the hard core of guys who have stuck with it through its numerous changes in ownership) or something a bit more quirky. As a result, The Bonnington has precisely zero character and all the charm of a corn plaster in a swimming pool.\n\nThe selection of drinks is decent and, to be completely fair, the two times I've been in the draught beers seemed fine.\n\nThe food, however, is a different story. I completely understand that since the smoking ban, pubs really need to serve food to entice people in. But honestly, if you're not going to commit to it, just stick to burger and chips. If, however, your menu promises a spiced vegetable grill in a soft white roll, I don't really expect a few chunks of almost raw pumpkin (or squash, or something) in a stale bap, which is what I got.\n\nIn short, if you're in the neighbourhood, it's well worth walking a bit further to Cannonmills, Newhaven or Leith.