Popular Portobello pub hunts for thief who stole quirky mirror from women's bathroom
The boozer only opened its doors last year but has become a popular seaside spot
A pub on Portobello High Street has appealed to customers after a mirror given to the venue when it first opened went missing at the weekend.
Matthew Field, the bar manager at The Rusty Seagull, said he noticed the sign was gone on Sunday after he checked the women’s bathroom.
He said it could have been taken on either the Saturday or Friday night.
The custom mirror was made by a friend of the pub and sat above the hand dryers in the bathroom.
“It’s a very weird thing to steal, and we’d quite like it back,” said Mr Field.
In a post on Facebook, he said he understood it may have seemed like a funny joke at the time. He said no questions would be asked if the sign was returned safely.
He said: “We understand it might have seemed funny at the time, but we’d really love to have it back where it belongs.
“No questions asked at all. If you have it or know where it is, please just return it. Even anonymously.”
Luckily, there’s plenty of Portobello locals already on the case.
“Everybody loves a bit of drama. Our customers have been straight on the case,” said Mr Field.
The Rusty Seagull was opened by East Lothian brewers Winton Brewery last September.
It has quickly become a popular addition to the street, hosting weekly quiz nights and live music.