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.
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. The Dagda Bar
93-95 Buccleuch St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9NG. Time Out says: There’s a great selection of rotating guest ales, plenty of whiskies and craft beer on tap, and the atmosphere here is friendly and relaxing every day of the week. Photo: Third Party