The Best Bars & Pubs in Edinburgh

Hoot the Redeemer

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Eclectic basement bar with tarot-inspired cocktails, alcoholic ice creams & retro arcade machines.

claw machine cocktail flavours, that's all I'll say

The Alchemist

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Experimental cocktail bar serving up genre-bending drinks as well as food.

smoking cocktails, bubble cocktails, kind of a bit mind blowing

The Jazz Bar

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Live jazz, acoustic music and cocktails served up in a bustling basement space. Cash only for entry.

live jazz everyday, get your groove on

NQ64

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Quirky bar & arcade awash in colourful neon lights, offering cocktails, craft beers & retro games.

they have guitar hero, do I even need to say more

Bittersweet

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Serving up delectable cuisine and beverages inspired by the rich traditions of Italy.

Dragonfly Cocktail Bar

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Edinburgh's oldest cocktail bar with a small, carefully considered menu as well as hundreds of classics for guests to explore.

when I went they had a curry cocktail. wha.

Nauticus

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Upscale pub with dark panelling, ship-inspired decor & chandeliers, plus craft cocktails.

ahoy, all aboard!

Panda & Sons

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Dark, vintage, speakeasy-inspired bar offering a robust wine list, inventive cocktails & craft beer.

The Dog House

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Unique pub grub and creative cocktails turned out in a funky setting with frequent live music.

super vibey mad decorations, Tuesdays live music jam sesh

Brass Monkey Drummond Street

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Easygoing hangout with simple food and a back room with floor mattresses and afternoon movies.

good pub, has sofa/beds

Secret Arcade Vodka Bar

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Cosy bar that boasts over 100+ vodkas to choose from.

get the flight of 5 shots and thank me l8

Nightcap

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Intimate bar featuring outdoor seating & serving wine & freshly mixed cocktails, plus beer & cider.

Smith & Gertrude

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A charming and inviting establishment celebrated for its curated selection of artisanal cheeses and fine wines.

The Lioness of Leith

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Modern art and hip designer touches bring this Victorian-style British pub bang up to date.

The Wildcat

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A classic cocktail bar and locals haunt in the heart of Tollcross.

£5 negronis, small speakeasy vibes, cute for date night

Satyr

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A classic cocktail bar on Leith walk serving great drinks paired with delicious meat and cheese boards.

low light low-key vibe cocktail bar

Three Marys

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Serving up seasonal locally-themed cocktails, independent local beers & fine French wines.

Spry

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Casual wine bar in a modern, minimalist venue, offering seasonal small plates & full-course meals.

bar with the best decor in the city