Guidebook for Edinburgh
Drinks & Nightlife
The Jazz Bar is a Manhattan-esque subterranean den with limited seating for 140 people, yet which still manages to feel comfortable and never overcrowded. The entry fee is typically £3 – 5 (cash on the door only) with the money going straight to the musicians. On any given night, one may find a special arts night, a performance poetry reading or an album launch. The drinks menu includes the likes of draft Innis and Gunn lager and some rare Polish vodkas.
176 locals recommend
The Jazz Bar
1a Chambers StThe Jazz Bar is a Manhattan-esque subterranean den with limited seating for 140 people, yet which still manages to feel comfortable and never overcrowded. The entry fee is typically £3 – 5 (cash on the door only) with the money going straight to the musicians. On any given night, one may find a special arts night, a performance poetry reading or an album launch. The drinks menu includes the likes of draft Innis and Gunn lager and some rare Polish vodkas.
The Holyrood 9A serves up excellent burgers and a regular rotation of regional draft beers from Scottish craft brewers and internationally acclaimed exporters.
146 locals recommend
The Holyrood 9A
9a Holyrood RdThe Holyrood 9A serves up excellent burgers and a regular rotation of regional draft beers from Scottish craft brewers and internationally acclaimed exporters.
Amazing bar in a "hidden" charming location off the Royal Mile. Varied selection of scotch whiskeys and exciting cocktails.
227 locals recommend
The Devil's Advocate
9 Advocate's ClAmazing bar in a "hidden" charming location off the Royal Mile. Varied selection of scotch whiskeys and exciting cocktails.
Great food and range of craft beers on tap. Quirky interior.
35 locals recommend
St Andrews Brewing Co. Potterrow
32-34 PotterrowGreat food and range of craft beers on tap. Quirky interior.
Paradise Palms
41 Lothian StBuzzing bar by the student union.
Food Scene
You must try the nachos- very generous portions. They even serve Vegan Nachos!
45 locals recommend
The Auld Hoose
19 Forth StYou must try the nachos- very generous portions. They even serve Vegan Nachos!
Laid-back eating using fresh, seasonal produce in split-level space with Castle views. The lunch menu is fantastic value for money.
156 locals recommend
The Outsider Restaurant
15-16 George IV BridgeLaid-back eating using fresh, seasonal produce in split-level space with Castle views. The lunch menu is fantastic value for money.
Popular Thai restaurant with a great selection of curries, noodles and other Thai dishes. You may have to queue but it's worth the wait!
257 locals recommend
TING THAI CARAVAN Teviot Place
9 Teviot PlPopular Thai restaurant with a great selection of curries, noodles and other Thai dishes. You may have to queue but it's worth the wait!
Popular Mexican restaurant! South-west cuisine with Tex-Mex flavours in high-energy, hip hangout. Lunch burrito and drink deals.
30 locals recommend
Illegal Jack's
44-45 St Patrick SquarePopular Mexican restaurant! South-west cuisine with Tex-Mex flavours in high-energy, hip hangout. Lunch burrito and drink deals.
Lush decor in a 16th-century building creates intimate mood for stylish Scottish fine dining.
128 locals recommend
Angels with Bagpipes
343 High StLush decor in a 16th-century building creates intimate mood for stylish Scottish fine dining.