Sadly, an alarming number of local businesses have been forced to close their doors in recent months – but here we look at some of the Edinburgh establishments that have defied all the odds to stand the test of time.
Many of them are family-run and have been open for decades, and some for over 100 years or more.
Have a look through our photo galley to see 15 Capital businesses that have survived long enough to earn “institution status”.
9. Cockburns of Leith, Est. 1796
Delivering wine across the nation since 1796, Cockburns of Leith is considered Scotland's oldest surviving wine merchant. Photo: LEWIS HOUGHTON
10. The Sheep Heid Inn
Duddingston's Sheep Heid Inn is considered to be the oldest pub in all of Scotland. While not a longest-running business as such, there's been a drinking establishment on this site since around 1360 and has served sorts - including the Queen in early 2016. Photo: Third Party
11. Romanes & Paterson, Est. 1808
Situated at 62 Princes Street, the Scottish-themed Romanes & Paterson is quite possibly the oldest still-extant shop in Edinburgh. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
12. Hill Lord & Co, Est.1890
Bruntsfield's family-run pet shop Hill Lord & Co started trading in 1890 Photo: Google