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The festive period is always a great excuse to catch up with your friends over a couple of drinks, and our readers definitely have some ideas about where you should head.
From cosy spots to a warm and friendly welcome, these pubs in Edinburgh are great examples of the capital’s brilliant pub culture and scene. If you’re looking for somewhere to head this year - you could do a lot worse than head to one of these great Edinburgh pubs.
Keep reading to find out where our readers love to go for a Christmas pint.
13. Doctors Bar Edinburgh
Where: 32 Forrest Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2QN. Another super friendly bar. This one is just down the road from the Meadows. | NW
14. Logan's Rest
Where: 79 Restalrig Road South, Edinburgh EH7 6JD. This one was recommended by plenty of readers. Photo: Third Party
15. Black Ivy
Where: 4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh EH9 1DU. This super stylish bar is perfect for a festive drink according to readers. | Black Ivy
16. Starbank Inn
Where: 60-64 Laverockbank Road, Newhaven, Edinburgh EH5 3BZ. Right down on the water, Starbank Inn is a brilliant spot. Photo: Third Party