Edinburgh, it’s been said, has more pubs and bars per square mile than any other city in the UK – so it’s no surprise there's some absolute crackers among them.
Now, popular travel magazine Time Out has compiled a list of what it reckons to be “the absolute best pubs in Edinburgh for drinks, food and just generally hanging out”.
Browse our photo gallery to see what Time Out considers to be Auld Reekie’s best boozers. And, before you go, please let us know your own favourites in the comments section.
Note, the pubs and bars are compiled in no particular order.
17. Bennets Bar
Address: 8 Leven St, Edinburgh EH3 9LG. Time Out says: It’s earned a reputation for its selection of craft beers and real ales, and also stocks a wide range of single malt whiskies. Photo: Third Party
18. The Bow Bar
80 West Bow, Edinburgh EH1 2HH. Time Out says: It dates to the 1980s and has the look of a traditional Scottish pub. Photo: Third Party
19. Bittersweet
Address: 24 Henderson St, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6BS. Time Out says: Bittersweet is a buzzing new Leith spot offering food and drink inspired by Italy and the culture of Italian aperitivi. Photo: Third Party
20. Cask & Barrel
Address: 115 Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3RZ. Time Out says: The choice of cask ale in this traditional pub at the foot of Broughton Street is impressive. Photo: Third Party