Edinburgh sure has a lot of bars pubs. So many, in fact, it’s said the Scottish capital has more bars per square mile than any other city in the UK.
Now, the respected travel magazine Time Out has put together a list of what it reckons to be “the absolute best pubs in Edinburgh for drinks, food and just generally hanging out”.
Scroll through our picture gallery to see what Time Out considers to be the Capital’s best boozers. And before you go, please let us know your own favourites in the comments section.

5. Nauticus
Address: 142 Duke St, Edinburgh EH6 8HR. Time Out says: Paying homage to the area’s trading heritage, Nauticus pulls Leith’s past into the thrilling, boozy present. Photo: Third Party

6. Salt Horse
Address: 57-61 Blackfriars St, Edinburgh EH1 1NB. Time Out says: The bar crew are knowledgeable, the burgers and fries decent, and the clientele’s mainly locals. Photo: Third Party

7. The Argyle and Cellar Bar
15 - 17 Argyle Pl, Edinburgh EH9 1JJ. Time Out says: It’s got local cask ales and a real family feel, not to mention a selection of excellent events happening every week. Photo: Third Party

8. Blue Blazer
Address: 2 Spittal St, Edinburgh EH3 9DX. Time Out says: A proper local, The Blue Blazer is highly regarded among Edinburgh natives. Photo: Third Party


