Bucks Bar on Grindlay Street gets a top rating. While the Hanover St branch is moodier, Grindlay St wins on food. Expect huge, spicy buttermilk chicken burgers, sweet potato fries, and a fun vibe with friendly, busy staff. Save room for the cheesecake!
Review: Innis & Gunn Tap Room, Lothian Road
A reliable choice on Lothian Road, the Innis & Gunn Taproom is perfect for a quick pre-theatre meal. It offers efficient table service, hearty pub grub like a great value Steak Frites deal, and a wide selection of both I&G and local guest beers.
Review: Siren’s ‘Predator: Badlands’ First Hunt IPA
A must-buy for sci-fi geeks, this Predator collaboration from Siren is a solid win. The beer is a “good beer” (if “not a great beer”), offering crisp, modern, fruity hop flavours. The main event is the “cool” can, but the liquid inside is a tasty “Saturday night action movie beer.”
Review: Nobles by Bellfield, a worthy successor to Leith’s Nobles
Bellfield takes over Leith’s iconic Nobles bar, and it’s a triumph. The stunning brass and stained-glass interior is safe, now with Bellfield’s (gluten-free!) craft beer on tap. Guest kitchen Bia provided delicious burgers on a buzzing, dog-friendly opening night.
Review: The King’s Wark, a gastropub in Leith
Located in a building of Royal construction, The King’s Wark offers a classic gastro pub menu, featuring standout fish and chips, and relaxing window views on Leith’s famous Shore.
Review: St Leonard’s Bar, an inclusive bar in the Southside
St Leonard’s Bar is an affordable and welcoming pub in Edinburgh’s Southside, offering great food, local beers, and a friendly atmosphere away from the Festival crowds.
Review: The Finch, a pub on Bath Road
The Finch has successfully transformed a challenging Leith location into a destination pub. With its focus on high-quality craft beer, a wonderfully bright and chic interior, and a stunning beer garden, it’s a “hidden gem” that is rightly becoming one of the area’s most popular spots.
Review: The Volley, a pub on Leith Walk
The Volley on Leith Walk transforms The Dog House! Read our first look review of this bright new Edinburgh pub’s atmosphere, drinks & potential.