As the nights begin to get colder and darker, there’s nothing quite like escaping the chill and settling down in a cosy pub with a pint in hand.
Edinburgh is home to plenty of traditional pubs, offering from warm, welcoming interiors and snug corners to roaring fires and a great selection of drinks.
Whether you are meeting a group of friends for a catch-up, enjoying a quiet pint after work or looking for somewhere to spend a chilly evening, we’ve got you covered.
With winter now noticeably approaching, we’ve rounded up some of the Capital’s cosiest pubs that perfect for enjoying a drink or two and soaking up the atmosphere.
5. The Anchor Inn
This Granton pub proved popular with our readers looking for a cosy pint in Edinburgh. John McLean said: "The Anchor Inn at Granton brilliant!" | Google Photo: Google Street View
6. The Grapes
Our readers recommended this Newington pub at 77 Clerk Street, opened in 1855. With Liz Mcgaw posting: "The grapes, always warm in winter, friendly and full of characters." While, Ray Carstairs added: "Genuinely that pub has a big heart." | Submitted Photo: Third Party
7. Mather's West End
This landmark West End pub at Queensferry Street was popular with our readers, with five of them recommending this watering hole as a favourite for a cosy pint this Autumn. | National World Photo: Kevin Quinn
8. The Regent
The Regent on Montrose Terrace, the capital’s LGBT+ real ale pub, was also recommended by our readers as a great pub for a cosy pint, with Karl Stevenson commenting: "Definitely The Regent, Montrose Terrace. Amazing, cosy, inclusive bar with brilliant drinks." | Submitted Photo: Submitted