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.

17. Robbies Bar
Where: 367 Leith Walk, Edinburgh EH6 8SE. A traditional and friendly local pub on Leith Walk. Photo: Third Party

18. Tamsons
Where: 280 Easter Rd, Edinburgh EH6 8JU. You'll get a warm welcome at Tamsons Bar, according to readers. Photo: Google

19. Polwarth Tavern
Where: 35 Polwarth Cres, Edinburgh EH11 1HR. Polwarth Tavern was namechecked by a few of you when we asked. Photo: contributed

20. Wherever your pals are...
A lot of you weren't too bothered about the place and more about the people, where your mates are was a common answer! | Stock.adobe


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