Where to go on a pub crawl in Edinburgh

Tucked away on the gentle slope near the east end of Princes Street, Outhouse Bar is a cosy and welcoming spot that attracts a diverse crowd. The bar offers a wide selection of craft beers, cocktails and wines, as well as pub food favourites like burgers and nachos. There’s also a pool table and a jukebox, making it the perfect place to hang out with friends or even make new ones!

If you’re a fan of vegan food and drinks, Harmonium is the place to be. This trendy bar offers a fully plant-based menu (real highlights including the loaded mac and cheese and the carrot lox on toast) and an extensive selection of craft beers, wines and cocktails, which are all also vegan. The bar is known for its lively atmosphere, with regular live music and DJ nights. You can also enjoy a game of table football or sit outside in the beer garden during the warmer months.

Located on the picturesque waterfront of Newhaven, Old Chain Pier is a traditional Scottish pub that offers stunning views of the Firth of Forth. The bar has a warm and cosy interior, with a fireplace and wooden panelling. You can enjoy a pint of local ale or whisky while watching the boats sail by. The pub also serves delicious seafood dishes, like fish and chips and Cullen Skink soup. An Edinburgh must-visit!

The Fox and Faun is a hidden gem located in the heart of the Old Town. This charming bar offers a selection of local and international beers, wines and spirits, as well as delicious pub grub. We particularly like the cocktails, like The Lola, made with Edinburgh gin liqueur and candy floss! The bar has a rustic interior, with exposed brick walls, wooden beams and a fireplace. You can also sit outside in the courtyard and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Grassmarket area.

Dating back to 1360, The Sheep Heid Inn is one of the oldest pubs in Edinburgh and a must-visit for history buffs. The pub has a cosy and traditional interior, with stone walls, low ceilings, and a roaring fire. You can enjoy a pint of local ale or whisky while relaxing in the courtyard. The pub also serves delicious Scottish fare, like haggis, neeps and tatties. Don’t leave without trying the apple and damson crumble (served with bourbon vanilla ice cream, no less). Yum!