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.

  • The Scran & Scallie Public House

    1 Comely Bank Road, EH4 1DR

    Stockbridge, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About The Scran & Scallie Public House

    Run by the accomplished team behind Michelin star-winning restaurants The Kitchin and Castle Terrace, The Scran and Scallie is a very polished pub. Scottish ingredients and dishes are to the fore on a menu that ranges from fish and chips to game dishes such as the roast partridge with cabbage, bacon and raisins. The bar list showcases Scottish craft beers.

  • The Other Place Bar & Kitchen

    2-4 Broughton Road, EH7 4EB

    South Side, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About The Other Place Bar & Kitchen

    Enjoying a new lease of life after a complete revamp, The Other Place Bar and Kitchen is a bustling, local pub on the corner of Broughton road and Rodney Street. Over a hundred beers from around the world and American style comfort food, made to order from fresh, locally sourced ingredients,
    are the name of the game. Burgers, dogs, ribs, fried chicken and brisket beer chilli are all big draws here.

  • The Huxley

    1 Rutland Street, EH1 2AE

    City Centre, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About The Huxley

    A comfortable, airy bar at the west end of Princes Street, The Huxley serves a wide range of breakfasts, burgers, hot dogs and gourmet sandwiches. The burgers are based on good quality chuck steak while the hot dogs are made from British pork and beef. There are milkshakes and smoothies available. Harder options include a range of craft and big name beers along with a colourful cocktail list.

  • The Blue Bear Cafe

    9 Brandon Terrace, EH3 5EA

    New Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About The Blue Bear Cafe

    Close to the Botanic Gardens, The Blue Bear is a laidback, licensed and friendly café decorated with works from local artists. From soups and sarnies to salads and cakes, all the café staples are covered. For many, The Blue Bear’s greatest strength lies in their immense range of brunch options. From French toast to the mighty full Scottish breakfast via eggs cooked pretty much anyway you like them, The Blue Bear will get your day off to a flying start.

  • St Vincent Bar

    11 St Vincent Street, EH3 6SW

    Stockbridge, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About St Vincent Bar

    The St Vincent Bar is a traditional Edinburgh bar on St Vincent Street, Stockbridge. Burgers, wings and US-style chicken dishes are prominent on the menu. The burgers come in several variations but are all made with a mix of rare breed pork from Puddledub Farm in Fife plus Ayrshire beef. The outdoor seating is always popular on warmer days and younger visitors may be fascinated by the vinyl record player which provides the tunes.

  • Lebowskis Edinburgh

    18 Morrison Street, EH3 8BJ

    Tollcross, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub, Burgers

    About Lebowskis Edinburgh

    You don’t need to be a fan of the Coen brothers’ film to enjoy a visit to this Dude-approved Morrison Street bar. However, fans of The Big Lebowski will appreciate the wide range of White Russian cocktails while film lovers will know how handy Lebowskis is for several Edinburgh cinemas. Other classic cocktails, DJs, acoustic music and quizzes are among the other non-food related attractions.

  • The Hermitage Bar

    1-5 Comston Road, EH10 6AA

    South West Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub

    About The Hermitage Bar

    The Hermitage is a longstanding gastropub on Comiston Road in Morningside. It is a friendly, traditional bar with contemporary flourishes such as the eye-catching, wildlife-themed wallpaper on a feature wall. Live music and a regular pub quiz keep it all lively while the outdoor seating area is always much sought after when the sun comes out.

  • 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.

  • The Telford Arms

    76 Telford Road, EH4 2NF

    North Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Gastro Pub

    About The Telford Arms

    The Telford Arms is on Telford Road. A traditional Edinburgh bar, it serves the local community as well as staff from the nearby Western General Hospital and passing trade. A family-friendly pub, it shows all the big football matches. Regular bingo, quiz and disco nights mean there is never a dull evening and the outdoor seating is always popular when the sun is shining. Visit on a weekend to witness the local tradition of running the Telford train…

  • The Stockbridge Tap

    2-4 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HN

    New Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About The Stockbridge Tap

    A long term feature of Raeburn Place, The Stockbridge Tap is a friendly and pleasingly straight forward local. A good and ever changing range of craft beers is a major pull while the kitchen delivers well prepared, thoughtful bar food at keen prices. Burgers, pork ribs and fish ‘n’ chips are all present and correct. More elaborate choices might include the Jamaican aubergine curry or the smoky brisket baked beans with kimchi.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen

    57-59 Roseburn Terrace, EH12 5NQ

    Corstorphine, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Bar Food, Gastro Pub

    About Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen

    Fully refurbished and relaunched in the summer of 2017, Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen is a gastro bar on Roseburn Terrace. As the name suggests, it is within kicking distance of Murrayfield Stadium and the bar is hugely popular before and after concerts and on match days. Friendly staff offering a warm welcome; acoustic music, a wide drink selection and a satisfying food menu ensure that there are plenty of reasons to visit at other times.

  • Indigo Yard

    7 Charlotte Lane, EH2 4QZ

    New Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Modern, Gastro Pub

    About Indigo Yard

    Part of the award-winning Montpeliers group, Indigo Yard is a welcoming bar and restaurant on Charlotte Lane, just off Queensferry Road in Edinburgh’s West End. As well as a covered outside terrace, it has a light and airy bar, cosy mezzanine and a dining area with comfortable booth seating. Up-cycled and reclaimed materials give it all an enjoyably rustic edge but, underneath the stripped walls and wooden boards, this is a sleek, professional operation.

  • 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.

  • The Fly Half

    48-52 Constitution Street, EH6 6RS

    Leith, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, Modern, Gastro Pub

    About The Fly Half

    Offering live big screen sports and a hearty menu, The Fly Half Bar & Kitchen is a laidback spot for a bite to eat. Beyond the often buzzing bar area, the restaurant section’s exposed brickwork and flickering candlelight adds a certain rustic charm to proceedings.

  • Damm 27

    27 Causewayside, EH9 1QF

    Old Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: European, Seafood, Gastro Pub

    About Damm 27

    Occupying a totally revamped space, Damm 27 is a café bar offering all-day casual and contemporary European dining. Exposed stonework, leather banquette seating and a soft amber glow all create a vibe that is cosy, chic and rustic in equal parts. A late night licence and DJs at the weekend keep things buzzing.

  • Froth & Flame

    192 Morrison Street, EH3 8EB

    New Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: Scottish, Gastro Pub

    About Froth & Flame

    Froth & Flame is a gastropub in Edinburgh’s Haymarket, where you can experience a variety of dishes and wash down food with a range of craft and International brews.

  • One Canonmills

    Canonmills, EH3 5HA

    New Town, Edinburgh

    Cuisine: British, European, Gastro Pub

    About One Canonmills

    One Canonmills is an independent local bar and eatery offering lovingly crafted comfort food with a gourmet twist. The decor of exposed brickwork and stripped wood offers a stylishly low-key setting for brunch, lunch or dinner, as well as cocktails, beers and gins. Your pooch is also welcome.