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A photo of Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street restaurant
1. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street
4.7
Exceptional(279)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 14 times today
Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk
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2. Eve
4.4
Awesome(170)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 11 times today
At Eve, we’re serving up a slice of Italy with mouthwatering dishes, bold Italian-inspired spritz and cocktails, and a wine list that’ll make your taste buds dance. Get hands-on with our fun group masterclasses - think pasta making and cheese & wine tasting - or just pull up a stool at our bar, where the best cocktails in town are always flowing.Located in the vibrant Cowgate, Eve combines the timeless charm of Italy with the warm embrace of Scottish hospitality. Whether you’re here to eat, drink, or unwind, our lively atmosphere is the perfect spot for unforgettable moments and great company.To find Eve, look for our neon sign, just after the roundabout at the bottom of Candlemakers' Row.For larger parties, which we also love to host, please email us on hello@eveedinburgh.com
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3. The Court
4.3
Awesome(86)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 4 times today
Taking inspiration from the city’s picturesque streets and cobblestoned squares, The Court will be a unique journey through time, culture, and music.You’ll enter a realm of local experiences and joyful indulgence with exclusive cocktails, Scottish-inspired menus, and a signature patisserie selection.
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4. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(4792)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 39 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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5. The Auld Hundred
4.6
Exceptional(667)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 13 times today
At the Auld hundred you'll find a great mix of homemade traditional Scottish food and comforting classics served in our cosy restaurant, best accompanied by our famous whisky range, with over 100 local whiskies or our large range of Scottish favourites with local Cold Town Beer, and Scottish gin, vodka and rums.We have live music 7 days a week, with local musicians Monday-Saturday and open mic nights on Sundays. The reviews speak for themselves: "Each week the range of quality performers combined with the inviting atmosphere of a well-run open mic draws a largely enthusiastic crowd. A very good night if you like a bit of live music.🐶 Dog-friendly🚶 Walk-ins welcome, we do not take bookings for our downstairs bar🏉 Sports shown in downstairs bar only🍽 Bookings are only available for our upstairs restaurant – we do not show sport here📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 7 or more
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6. Element
4.7
Exceptional(568)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 5 times today
Your local in the heart of the city. Tucked away just off Princes Street in amongst the boutiques of Rose Street you’ll find a modern Scottish bar with food and drinks that have been intimately created and served with pride. Our food is of traditional Scottish heart with plenty of modern twists.Come down and try our brand new brunch menu, available Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pmEvery month we give a craft Scottish distillery their time to shine with our In Gin Cocktail Menu.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm🐶 Dog-friendly in the bar area🍳 Brunch served Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pm🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Bookings for food only. 🍹Drinks only bookings are walk in only in our Bar Area!📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more
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7. Duck & Waffle Edinburgh
4.3
Awesome(28)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • New Town
Booked 1 time today
Set in the heart of Edinburgh's acclaimed St James Quarter, Duck & Waffle promises surprise and delight at every turn. Come enjoy our 'gastro diner' experience, celebrating the joy of delicious food & drink in a warm and buzzy atmosphere. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and weekend brunch.
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8. Cold Town House
4.4
Awesome(1901)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Edinburgh
Booked 73 times today
Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening!Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! *Live Bar & Taproom- Drink the freshest Cold Town Beer straight from our tanks. With live music, amazing food and an electric energy, its the perfect spot to drink, dance and make unforgettable memories.- Dog Friendly!*Brewery & Pizza Floor-Relax in the comfort of our Brewery & Pizza floor, watch our artisan pizzas come together all while sipping on the freshest beer from our Microbrewery.*Rooftop Terrace–Cocktails, cold pints, and epic Edinburgh Castle views! Soak up the atmosphere, sip in style, and make the most of our iconic rooftop—whatever the weather!Last bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!
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9. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street
4.8
Exceptional(572)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town
Booked 15 times today
Welcome to Bucks Bar Edinburgh Grindlay St. We look forward to welcoming you!The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! New to Edinburgh, Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night!40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk
A photo of The Barony Bar restaurant
10. The Barony Bar
4.0
Excellent(170)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Edinburgh
Booked 1 time today
A must-see restoration of an Edinburgh institution, the art-deco inspired Barony first opened as a drinks merchant in 1896 before becoming a pub and it has been a staple of the Edinburgh food & drink scene ever since. From nips and drams, to real ale and a great glass of wine, The Barony is a well-loved and well-known watering hole and gastro-pub for locals and visitors alike.

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