Best Gastro Pub restaurants in Edinburgh

  • The Caley Sample Room

    42 – 58 Angle Park Terrace, EH11 2JR

    Haymarket, Gorgie & Dalry, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub

    About The Caley Sample Room

    Located on Angle Park Terrace in Edinburgh’s North Merchiston, The Caley Sample Room is a pleasingly down to earth, neighbourhood bar that does great food. Along with long, tall wooden tables, beamed ceilings and white-washed walls, there are sunny booth window seats. Nine real ale lines showcase the good work of local breweries and there is a huge range of canned and bottled beers from around the world as well as wines and spirits. A Monday pub quiz, sport on the big screen, occasional live music and the highly competitive dog of the week photo keep it all lively.

  • 56 North

    2 West Crosscauseway, EH8 9ET

    South Side, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Scottish, Bar Food

    About 56 North

    56 North is a Modern and airy restaurant in the southside of Edinburgh which creates a relaxed atmosphere. Modern twists on classic dishes are the order of the day and we are renowned locally for our selection of cocktails.

  • The Mash Tun

    154 Easter Road, EH7 5RL

    Leith, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub

    About The Mash Tun

    The Mash Tun on Easter Road is an unpretentious modern pub and restaurant offering a diverse range of beers, along with fresh pizza, comfort food classics and traditional fare. Décor has contemporary touches, with exposed brick and rustic woods, but the atmosphere remains that of a friendly local, a great place to catch a match or some live music, join in with the quiz or sample some excellent craft ales.

  • The Green Mantle

    44 Westcross Causeway, EH8 9JP

    South Side, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bistros & Brasseries, Gastro Pub

    About The Green Mantle

    Popular with students and other local residents, the Green Mantle on West Crosscauseway is a quirky, modern bar housed in a traditional Edinburgh pub setting. Live music, sports and a very popular quiz night keep the Mantle buzzing. Located in the heart of the Southside, it is a much loved and evolving veteran of the local pub scene.

  • The Constitution Bar

    48-52 Constitution Street, EH6 6RS

    Leith, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Vegetarian/Vegan, Modern

    About The Constitution Bar

    A good-looking hangout, The Constitution Bar is, not surprisingly, on Leith’s Constitution Street. Stripped stone walls, clever lighting and simple, comfy seating give it a contemporary feel. Live music, plenty of sports and a great selection of interesting beers from Scotland and beyond mean that it always has a buzz about it. The outside seating is popular for al fresco beer-supping when the sun is out.

  • The Bonnington

    284 Bonnington Road, EH6 5BE

    Leith, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Modern, Gastro Pub

    About The Bonnington

    Launched in early 2013, The Bonnington in between Leith Walk and Ferry Road has quickly won a loyal customer base in the Bonnington area. A local pub, it offers regular live music, quiz nights and great bar comfort food – all served with a smile and some cheery banter. On the crossroads of Pilrig Street, Bonnington, Broughton and Newhaven Roads, The Bonnington is a cracking neighbourhood bar which also has a children’s licence until 22:00.

  • Malones Edinburgh

    14 Forrest Road, EH1 2QN

    Old Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Irish, Gastro Pub

    About Malones Edinburgh

    Malones Irish Bar is a cheery sports bar on Forrest Road – handy for Edinburgh Uni students. A large bar with a mezzanine and gallery, it has plenty of nooks and crannies in which to while away a couple of hours. Or days. Regular live bands and ceilidh nights keep the crowds dancing. Sports fans can watch all the action on four large HD screens and two projector screens.

  • Mother's Bar & Kitchen

    24 Howe Street, EH3 6DG

    Stockbridge, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, European, Vegetarian/Vegan

    About Mother's Bar & Kitchen

    Mother’s Bar and Kitchen is a gin-focused bar on Howe Street in Edinburgh’s New Town. It is a fun place with bowler hat lights hanging over the bar alongside the occasional touch of Victoriana and big screens for the major sporting events. There are booths, banquette seating, a couple of nooks
    and crannies plus a compact outside seating area for the sunny days. In short, Mother’s will look after you whether you want to watch the match with friends, have brunch with family or dinner with a date.

  • Badger & Co

    32 Castle street, EH2 3HT

    City Centre, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Scottish, Traditional

    About Badger & Co

    Badger & Co is on Castle Street in the former home of Kenneth Grahame, the author of Wind in the Willows. This history plays a prominent part in the decor. Think Toad Hall’s padded leather seats, chandeliers and wood panelled walls. There are deer heads wearing wigs and a picture of a well dressed badger riding a penny farthing. It’s how a 21st century hipster might imagine an Edwardian gentleman’s club. As well as a private dining room, there are several intriguing nooks and crannies
    and a courtyard for al fresco drinks and dining.

  • Biblos

    1 Chambers Street, EH1 1HR

    Old Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub

    About Biblos

    Biblos is on Chambers Street in the atmospheric Old Town. Handy for Edinburgh Uni, and with licensing hours which are very popular with students, Biblos is open from breakfast until the small hours. The wall-to- ceiling, wraparound windows are great for people watching, particularly during the Festival. Part of Biblos, the adjacent B Bar runs live music every night. The cocktail list begs to be explored thoroughly.

  • The Tron

    9 Hunter Square, EH1 1QW

    Old Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, European, Italian

    About The Tron

    A multi-level bar with many a cubby hole, The Tron bar has long been popular with sports fans, students, regulars and visitors to the city. All the major sporting events are shown at this Hunter Square pub while more hands-on sportsmen and women can create their own drama on the pool table. During the Fringe, the downstairs room operates as a busy comedy venue.