Bars

12 Edinburgh bars serving tasty mocktails for 'Dry January'

Kay’s Bar, on Jamaica Street in Edinburgh, has won CAMRA’s Real Ale Quality Award.

Hidden gem pub wins CAMRA's award for 'best pint' in the Capital

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Nightclubs warn tax hikes could push venues to closure

Kilderkin, located on the Canongate, at the foot of the Royal Mile, in Edinburgh, has closed before it is rebranded in March.

Pub on historic Royal Mile closes, telling customers 'that's all folks'

The manager of the Tally Ho pub in West Lothian has warned verbal or physical abuse of staff will not be tolerated.

West Lothian pub troublemakers facing ban after 'violent altercations'

Described as a “reimagined seaside chippy”, Landy's in North Bridge is the latest venture from the Crolla family, who own several iconic eateries in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Owners say Landy's will give diners the chance to “experience proper fish and chips and all the chippy classics – crispy, golden and loaded with flavour”. They also promise to serve it all up “with a splash of the city's favourite Edinburgh chippy sauce”

10 bars and restaurants that opened their doors in 2024

Singh Street is a contemporary Punjabi bar and kitchen serving street-food-inspired dishes. The Bruntsfield Place restaurant offers a range of eyewatering dishes from curries, small plates and an innovative brunch menu that includes Punjabi omelettes, bacon and egg Naan rolls, and baked eggs and masala beans

11 cafés, restaurants and bars that opened their doors in 2024

This Broughton Street, which pairs a bar with cider, cheese, charcuterie and pickles in rustic digs with a patio, is the top rated Edinburgh pub or bar on TripAdvisor, with an average rating of five out of five from 1.173 reviews.

The 10 best Edinburgh pubs and bars according to TripAdvisor reviews

Historic Edinburgh pub The Cramond Inn has announced it is calling last orders on Saturday, 21 December.

Historic 300-year-old pub's shock closure prompts anger and sadness

You won’t believe the price of some of the VIP Coldplay concert tickets

How to get the best prices on an unforgettable VIP concert experience

The Dog House pub on Leith Walk in Edinburgh is looking for a new tenant.

City pub with iconic 'Nae Bams' sign in window seeks new tenant

Gordon’s Trattoria, a cherished Italian gem situated on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, has been acquired by Merchant Leisure.

Local 'institution' restaurant sold after 43 years in same family

CCTV footage shows the crime gang using weapons to force entry into multiple properties - smashing glass doors and breaking garden gates.

Caught on CCTV: Keyless car theft gang stole vehicles worth £215,000

The False Widow bar in Edinburgh has been forced to close due to 'issues out of their control'. The owners hope to reopen soon.

Popular bar forced to close due to 'issues out of their control'

Five Edinburgh bars have been named amongst the UK’s Top 50 Cocktail Bars for 2025 – including Hey Palu, pictured.

5 Edinburgh bars in prestigious UK's 'Top 50 Cocktail Bars' list

Jun Au and Katie Messers have both been named in the 30 under 30 list by CODE Hospitality

Edinburgh duo named in CODE Hospitality 30 Under 30 list
Two Edinburgh hospitality professionals have been named in a list of the 30 most influential people in the industry under the age of 30.
Callum McCormack

Edinburgh pub Sandy Bell’s is considered to be something of a local institution - but singer Barbara Dickson is less than impressed with some of the musicians it attracts today.

Barbara Dickson 'upset' by musicians 'making a racket' in city pub

The Botanist, located in St Andrew's Hall just beside St James Quarter in Edinburgh, is giving away free Christmas cocktails.

City bar giving away Christmas cocktails – here's how to get one

The Bullfinch, located on Bath Road in Edinburgh, has been put up for sale.

Brilliant wee pub' with cosy beer garden is put up for sale

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Porty Vault, on Edinburgh's Portobello High Street, will close its doors in December.

Locals gutted' after popular city bar announces 'sad' closure

The joys of Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, with Liam Kennedy and Tui. (pic by Dominic Scurr).

I visited Egypt's desert jewel and left with smile wider than Sinai

Rob Cocker, from Stoke-on-trent, with his good beer guide in his local pub Manor Court Ale House enjoying a pint of beer to add to his list. So far he has visited over 12,000 pubs in 55 years. Photo: William Lailey / SWNS

Watch: Beer lover visits 12,000 pubs during 55-year UK-wide pub crawl

The new location will feature striking design elements across two floors and guests can enjoy a dynamic and stylish setting within a combined area of 380 sq m.

Inside glamorous new cocktail bar Manahatta inspired by New York

The Edinburgh skyline as viewed from Calton Hill

Edinburgh named third friendliest city in the UK

First look at Somewhere by Nico’s murder mystery cocktail experience

Founded in 1997, Why Not has been a student favourite for many years and has been crowned the best nightclub in Scotland on three occasions. Situated beneath the Dome Bar & Grill, the club boasts four luxurious party booths, Scotland’s only LED Room and a heated outdoor courtyard

The 10 best bars and nightclubs according to students
Edinburgh is a brilliant city for a night out - as many students discover when they make the move to the capital to study.
Neil Johnstone

Iconic city hotel set to open new cocktail bar and restaurant

Edinburgh pub The Black Bull, which closed in February 2024, is set to reopen as Penny Black in the next few weeks. Generic bar photo: Pixabay

Pub goers share memories of infamous 'dive bar' as return is announced

10 nostalgic drinks that will bring back memories from a night out in the 1990s (Photo: Adobe/Getty)

10 nostalgic drinks from the 1990s

The Happy Valley Hotel, located on Bathgate Road in Blackburn, West Lothian, is up for sale.

Pub where Susan Boyle entertained locals at karaoke nights up for sale

Ballie Ballerson, a ball pit cocktail bar located on Forrest Road in Edinburgh, has permanently closed.

Biggest cocktail bar in city announces closure 'with so much sadness'

Forage & Chatter, an acclaimed restaurant located on Alva Street in Edinburgh, is up for sale.

Award-winning Edinburgh restaurant up for sale

Westside Rodeo, a country-themed pop-up bar at 51A George Street in Edinburgh, opens for a limited time from Friday, September 27.

New pub with country music, cowboy hats and cocktails opens today

Iain McPherson (centre), who owns Edinburgh bar Panda & Sons, has won the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award 2024.

Edinburgh pub owner is crowned as the 'world's best bartender'

Located on Rose Street, Manahatta promises to bring 'NYC-style vibes' to Edinburgh when it opens its doors.

Glamorous New York-inspired cocktail bar shares opening date

The Boathouse in Portobello, Edinburgh, is getting ready to reopen after undergoing a stunning makeover.

Popular bar teases marvellous makeover as it gets ready to reopen

The Burrow, a stylish new whisky and cocktail bar located just off the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, opens on Friday, 13 September.

First look at new whisky & cocktail bar with original Banksy artwork

A new Brass Monkey pub is set to open at the former site of Jessie May's in the Gorgie area of Edinburgh. Photos: Left, Councillor Ross McKenzie; right, Jessie May's

Iconic pub group set to open new venue at site of much-missed bar

There are a number of new bars taking part in Edinburgh Cocktail Week this year.

The 18 venues making their Edinburgh Cocktail Week debut

Cocktail Geeks are one of the bars nominated for an award at the Edinburgh Bar Awards

All the pubs and bars shortlisted for the Edinburgh Bar Awards 2024

Hamilton's in Stockbridge is up for sale

Popular gastropub up for sale as owners plan to move on after 16 years

Edinburgh Zoo is one of the city's top attractions and it's located in Corstorphine. The zoo has had a number of firsts, including being the first in the world to house penguins and currently the only to house Queensland koalas.

Edinburgh Neighbourhoods: 7 things to see and do in Corstorphine

Edinburgh bar Black Ivy won the prize for 'best outdoor area' at the Scottish Bar and Pub Awards 2024.

City pub wins 'best beer garden in Scotland' award for 2024

Landlord announces 'amazing news' day after 'last night' celebrations

Stockbridge Market has a bit of something for everyone. From street food to handmade crafts, the market has it all. Stockbridge Market is open every Sunday, 10am-4pm, at Saunders Street, Edinburgh.

8 things you must do if visiting Stockbridge in Edinburgh

Merchant Leisure-owned Jackson the Tailor is located on the capital’s Leith Street.

I visited a hidden gem cocktail bar which reminded me of childhood

Reminiscing on the Spice Girls Cadbury chocolate bars of the 1990s (Photo: Ray Burmiston/Avalon/Getty Images)

Reminiscing on the Spice Girls Cadbury chocolate bars of the 1990s

Argyle and Cellar bar is known for being a great option for its local casks in a friendly and welcoming setting. Dog friendly.

15 - 17 Argyle Pl, Edinburgh EH9 1JJ.

Bank Holiday: 8 Edinburgh bars to check out this Bank Holiday

The new outdoor cinema screen is situated outside the Omni Centre in Edinburgh.

Outdoor cinema showing Paris Olympics and classic films

The infinity pool outside my room at Mayia Exclusive Resort and Spa.

I never saw point of all-inclusive holidays but this place seduced me

Performers dressed as the ancient Egyptian god Anubis surprise London commuters.

Egyptian Gods descend on London

Locals to nominate favourite pubs for Edinburgh Bar Awards 2024

Staff at Revolution bar in Edinburgh have revealed the venue's exact closing date on social media.

Exact date giant city pub will close as 'sad' announcement is made