7 great cosy bars in Edinburgh for a drink this autumn
Some of Edinburgh's best cosy bars to head to for a drink this autumn.
Edinburgh is home to plenty of great bars where you can enjoy a drink in the colder months.
Each of these spots has their own distinctive character and offer something different.
Here are seven great cosy bars in Edinburgh for a drink this autumn.
The Abbotsford Bar & Restaurant
The Abbotsford Bar & Restaurant is one of Edinburgh’s finest-preserved Edwardian pubs, featuring an original island bar crafted from Spanish mahogany, an elegant Jacobean ceiling, and a charming upstairs space. 3-5 Rose St, Edinburgh EH2 2PR.
The Abbotsford Bar & RestaurantClark's Bar
Clark's Bar is a much-loved tenement bar and a pub full of character. The main room features vintage brewery mirrors and old photographs charting the pub’s past, while two private rooms tucked away at the rear offer a little extra space. 142 Dundas St, Edinburgh EH3 5DQ.
CAMRATeuchters
Tucked away on William Street in Edinburgh’s West End, Teuchters Bar is a great cosy pub to check out in Edinburgh. For almost 25 years, this independently run freehouse has been a favourite destination for whisky and beer lovers. 26 William St, Edinburgh EH3 7NH.
TeuchtersThe Dagda Bar
Tucked into an 18th-century tenement terrace in the heart of Edinburgh’s university quarter, this small ground-floor bar is full of character. This is a terrific little cosy spot that you need to check out this autumn. 93-95 Buccleuch St, Edinburgh EH8 9NG.
The Dagda BarThe Oxford Bar
Small, unpretentious and full of character, this vibrant drinking den has changed little since the late 19th century. The bar almost fills the cosy front room, while a side room offers more space, a roaring real fire and artwork for sale. A true taste of New Town’s past, it’s famously a favourite of Rebus and his creator Ian Rankin, and has welcomed plenty of other characters over the years. 8 Young St, Edinburgh EH2 4JB.
CAMRAThistle Street Bar
Thistle Street Bar is a traditional Scottish pub nestled on one of the oldest streets in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. Expect the very best of Scotland, from cask ales, draught beers and lagers to an impressive selection of whisky and gin. 39 Thistle St, Edinburgh EH2 1DY.
SuppliedThe Last Word
Whether you’re heading to The Last Word for after-work drinks, pre-dinner cocktails or a whisky flight after your meal, they'll make your evening exactly what you want it to be. Alongside their carefully curated collection of single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, you’ll find an extensive selection of spirits and liqueurs, wines from around the world, and craft beers from Scotland and beyond. 44 St Stephen St, Edinburgh EH3 5AL.
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