An Edinburgh cocktail bar has unveiled a £100,000 makeover ahead of the Fringe this summer and the grand re-opening of the King’s Theatre.
The Blackbird, on Leven Street in Tollcross, is located directly across from the iconic theatre and has given its interiors a colourful new look as part of the major investment.
Open 7 days a week from 12pm until late, the stylish venue has hosted a number of theatre and film premieres, as well as weddings and exclusive parties.
Colin Church, managing director and co-owner of Big Red Teapot, which runs The Blackbird, said: “We’re so excited to be showcasing our bold new look in time for the Festival and to coincide with the grand re-opening of the beautiful King’s Theatre, located just opposite on Leven Street.
“Following a major £100,000 investment, we’re elevating the customer experience even further with an exciting new interior makeover, as well as new food and cocktails menus.
“We look forward to welcoming back local neighbourhood customers, as well as festival goers and King’s Theatre audiences this summer and beyond.”
Take look through our gallery to see The Blackbird after its impressive makeover.
5. Indoor seating
It has mid-century plaster pink, terracotta and blue-green colour drenching, coupled with internal tiling, contemporary globe lighting and pop art touches | The Blackbird / Ernesta Norvaisaite
6. Bar
Bartenders at The Blackbird have created a new summer cocktail menu as part of the summer glow-up | Blackbird / Ernesta Norvaisaite
7. Colin Church and Martin Luney
Colin Church (on left) is the managing director and co-owner of the Edinburgh-based bar, Big Red Teapot, which runs The Blackbird. | The Blackbird/ Ernesta Norvaisaite
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8. Indoor seating 2
There is also a new frozen house Martini, new zero proof cocktails and zero proof beers and ciders. | The Blackbird/ Ernesta Norvaisaite