Cool and Quirky Bars in Edinburgh
Scotland's capital city has its fair share of hidden watering holes, secret speakeasies and beautifully decorated nooks. Serving a delectable range of finely crafted cocktails, an impressive selection of international wines and a whole load of craft beers, these spots offer their visitors a completely immersive experience. Here's a list of some of the coolest and most quirky bars that Edinburgh has to offer.
Last updated on 20th January 2021
Located just a stone's throw away from Edinburgh Castle, Angels Share is a luxe lounge bar and hotel. Whilst the daytime sees this place screen major sporting events and serve a mouthwatering menu of modern Scottish cuisine, as night falls it's all about the tipples - with vintage whiskies, tasty cocktails and fine wine aplenty.
When it comes to weird and wonderful bars in Edinburgh, they don't come much quirkier than Frankenstein. This monster-themed venue boasts daily live shows, with ghoulish sights and spooky sounds. The prices here though? They're anything but scary - think £6.95 for a signature cocktail, slashed to £3.95 between Mondays and Wednesdays.
Promising to inject a bit of carnival spirit into your next night out, Boteco Do Brasil is the Latin-inspired party bar with a reputation for its wild weekend antics. With a mouthwatering menu of tapas-style plates, as well as an impressive selection of rum-infused sips, it's the perfect place to shake it off after a long hard week.
If you like your cocktails with a side of science, look no further than The Alchemist - the Edinburgh bar serving up some of the city's quirkiest concoctions. From smoking glasses to fizzing fancies and foaming tipples, the drinks here are pretty darn spectacular - just be sure to have your camera at the ready.
One of Edinburgh's best-known bars, The Three Sisters is a popular spot among locals and students alike. With a huge outdoor courtyard, as well as cosy private rooms in the basement, there's never a dull moment here. Be sure to check out one of their roaring sports screenings, bingo events or St Paddy's Day parties.
From cocktails that defy reason to unique and interesting interiors, Heads & Tales is a must for those looking for something a little different. The drinks here are scorched with hot flames, served in teapots and utilise an eclectic selection of international spirits, making each creation a unique experience in itself.
A secret speakeasy bar in Edinburgh city centre, Cask Smugglers is themed around Scotland's whisky smuggling past. There are 12 signature cocktails, ranging from the Aperol, Tabasco and grapefruit-infused More Lock, to the Liquor at Nightfall - a potent mix of Dark Matter, lime juice, banana syrup and egg white.