The Southsider, Edinburgh

Description

Heading to Edinburgh? be sure to check out The Southsider for great quality food, affordable cocktails and the best atmosphere in the City.

Located in the City Centre, this pub is ideal for students, tourists and of course the locals. If you are looking to host a party, they have a large function room available Monday-Sunday to help you celebrate that special occasion.

Catch up on all the live sport with the HD screens located around the pub and enjoy and burger and pint for only Ā£7.79. Fancy a Gin? The Southsider has got something to suit everyone's taste, check out the menu to see their weekly offers.

Step into the festive season at our venue and make every moment count! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues for a celebration filled with laughter, cheer, and holiday magic. Indulge in our Christmas menus, brimming with seasonal classics and all the trimmings, perfectly paired with our hand-picked festive drinks. From relaxed catch-ups to lively office Christmas parties, our space is designed to create unforgettable memories. When New Year’s Eve arrives, toast with sparkling fizz, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and welcome the year ahead. With twinkling lights, delicious food, and a lively festive vibe, it’s the ultimate destination for seasonal celebrations!

 

What's on

✨ A Cracking Christmas šŸŽ„
Christmas is best when it’s simple: good food, good mates, and a pint or two down your local. That’s exactly what we do best at The People…

Various dates from Friday 5th December 2025

More info

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Disabled Toilets
  • None
  • Children are allowed on premises until 7pm while dining and supervised by an adult

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 11:00 1:00
Tuesday 11:00 1:00
Wednesday 11:00 1:00
Thursday 11:00 1:00
Friday 11:00 1:00
Saturday 11:00 1:00
Sunday 11:00 1:00

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Friday 12th December 2025 11:00 2:00
Saturday 13th December 2025 11:00 2:00
Sunday 14th December 2025 12:00 1:00
Monday 15th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Tuesday 16th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Wednesday 17th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Thursday 18th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Friday 19th December 2025 11:00 2:00
Saturday 20th December 2025 11:00 2:00
Sunday 21st December 2025 11:00 1:00
Monday 22nd December 2025 12:00 1:00
Tuesday 23rd December 2025 12:00 1:00
Wednesday 24th December 2025 11:00 20:00
Thursday 25th December 2025 - -
Friday 26th December 2025 11:00 0:00
Saturday 27th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Sunday 28th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Monday 29th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Tuesday 30th December 2025 11:00 1:00
Wednesday 31st December 2025 11:00 2:00

Location

Address

The Southsider, Edinburgh, 3-7, West Richmond Street, EH8 9EF

Area

Old Town

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Pub Food, British and Christmas Lunch/Dinner food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Private Room Hire - Richmond Room Private Room 30 40 - - -

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

Enquire about private hire

Customer Reviews (132)

Book & Enquire