These are the 15 best pubs in Edinburgh according to 2019 Google reviews

With the Festival and Fringe done and dusted for another year, why not check out the best pubs in Edinburgh? You might even be able to get a seat.

This is what the reviews on Google had to say about the city’s top bars.

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"Great wee Irish pub with good music and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back. Quality pint of Guinness." 4.3/5 star rating. 9b Victoria Street, EH1 2HEplaceholder image
"Great wee Irish pub with good music and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back. Quality pint of Guinness." 4.3/5 star rating. 9b Victoria Street, EH1 2HE
"This bar is excellent fun. Always full of characters creating a great atmosphere, the selection of beer and spirits is first class. Stop if on your way from The Grassmarket." 4.6/5 star rating. 80 W Bow, EH1 2HHplaceholder image
"This bar is excellent fun. Always full of characters creating a great atmosphere, the selection of beer and spirits is first class. Stop if on your way from The Grassmarket." 4.6/5 star rating. 80 W Bow, EH1 2HH
"Great pub right near the Castle and Royal Mile. Fantastic beer and Scotch selection in a fun, casual, and lively atmosphere. It's off the beaten path which makes it a great find." 4.5/5 star rating. 9 Advocates Cl, EH1 1NDplaceholder image
"Great pub right near the Castle and Royal Mile. Fantastic beer and Scotch selection in a fun, casual, and lively atmosphere. It's off the beaten path which makes it a great find." 4.5/5 star rating. 9 Advocates Cl, EH1 1ND
"Great little pub tucked away in an alley. The staff are friendly. Note that there is limited outdoor seating but plenty of space inside (downstairs)." 4.5/5 star rating. 7 James Court, 493 Lawnmarket, EH1 2PBplaceholder image
"Great little pub tucked away in an alley. The staff are friendly. Note that there is limited outdoor seating but plenty of space inside (downstairs)." 4.5/5 star rating. 7 James Court, 493 Lawnmarket, EH1 2PB
"What a great pub. We dropped in for a few drinks. Super friendly and welcoming service and the highland whisky flight was a winner. Id recommend dropping in." 4.6/5 star rating. 1c Dock Place, EH6 6LUplaceholder image
"What a great pub. We dropped in for a few drinks. Super friendly and welcoming service and the highland whisky flight was a winner. Id recommend dropping in." 4.6/5 star rating. 1c Dock Place, EH6 6LU
"The themed cinema nights are great. Whether you want a chill night, a crazy techno night, live music,etc, you can find it here depending on the day. Very special place." 4.5/6 star rating. 29-35 Niddry St, EH1 1LGplaceholder image
"The themed cinema nights are great. Whether you want a chill night, a crazy techno night, live music,etc, you can find it here depending on the day. Very special place." 4.5/6 star rating. 29-35 Niddry St, EH1 1LG
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