Discover Edinburgh’s 200 best Influencer spots for your trip

The Cocktail Geeks

★ 4.8 · 2,343 reviews

Discover The Cocktail Geeks, a funky Edinburgh bar built around immersive pop-culture themes. Step into a fully dressed world and sample inventive cocktails served by costumed staff.

Lane7 Edinburgh

★ 4.6 · 2,321 reviews

Play late at Lane7 Edinburgh, a social games venue that stays open into the small hours. Mix bowling, darts, pool and mini golf with drinks, ideal for groups or a lively date night.

Paradise Palms

★ 4.4 · 2,481 reviews

Discover Paradise Palms, a playful plant-based hangout combining a bar, kitchen and record store under one roof. Order creative cocktails and vegetarian Mexican plates while soaking up the easygoing, music-loving atmosphere.

Lannan Bakery

★ 4.4 · 1,681 reviews

Join the line outside Lannan Bakery, a New Town favourite worth the wait. Pick from a changing selection of pastries and baked goods and enjoy them fresh.

Baba

★ 4.4 · 2,504 reviews

Settle into Baba, a warm, rustic-chic spot where Mediterranean plates meet the charcoal grill. Share roasted garlic and grilled dishes with a cocktail in a handsome historic building.

Panda & Sons

★ 4.6 · 2,718 reviews

Discover Panda & Sons, a dark, speakeasy-style bar tucked into Edinburgh's drinking scene. Settle in with an inventive cocktail chosen with help from the friendly bartenders, then linger over a few more rounds.

Dragonfly

★ 4.5 · 873 reviews

Discover Dragonfly, a chandelier-lit, plant-filled cocktail lounge inspired by the 1920s. Let the bartenders craft a bespoke drink to your taste before the evening music picks up.

Ka Pao Edinburgh

★ 4.6 · 726 reviews

Grab a table at Ka Pao, a trendy restaurant that keeps going until midnight. Share flavour-packed plates, many of them gluten-free adaptable, in a lively room that rewards repeat visits.

Skua

★ 4.6 · 252 reviews

Step into Skua for an evening of inventive small plates and cocktails in a buzzing dining room. Build your own tasting-style meal from oysters, pigeon and whatever the rotating menu offers that night.

Cabaret Voltaire

★ 4.0 · 322 reviews

Step into Cabaret Voltaire, a two-storey Edinburgh venue where a laid-back cocktail bar sits above a basement club. Start with drinks and old-fashioned table games, then head downstairs for live music or a late DJ set.

Bramble

★ 4.7 · 1,056 reviews

Discover Bramble, a low-lit underground cocktail bar widely rated among Edinburgh's best. Settle in for expertly mixed classics and house creations, with a whisky list to match.

Bodega

★ 4.6 · 865 reviews

Grab a table at Bodega, Edinburgh's lively taqueria for street-style tacos and tequila. Share a spread of tacos, flavourful wings and margaritas with friends or on a relaxed date night.

Armstrongs Vintage

★ 4.6 · 714 reviews

Step into Armstrongs Vintage, Edinburgh's landmark pre-owned clothing store. Flick through rails of vintage women's and men's pieces under decorative displays, hunting for a one-off find at budget-friendly prices.

TIMBERYARD

★ 4.6 · 945 reviews

Book a table at Timberyard, the converted warehouse where local Scottish produce meets inventive cooking. Settle into its warm, industrial-chic dining room for a multi-course lunch or dinner with bar drinks on the side.

La Belle Angele

★ 4.4 · 857 reviews

Discover La Belle Angele, an Edinburgh institution that came back after a fire to host live gigs and themed club nights. Pick a night that matches your taste, grab a drink, and dance or watch a band in a compact room.

MIRIN

★ 4.7 · 581 reviews

Book a table at MIRIN, the contemporary Asian address where Scottish ingredients meet inventive noodle dishes. Share hand-ripped noodles, roe deer dumplings and truffle tatties in a cosy, intimate room.

Civerinos

★ 4.5 · 2,266 reviews

Pull up to Civerinos on Forrest Road for pizza that locals say lives up to the hype. Order a thin New York-style slice or a whole pie with creative toppings in a small, buzzing room.

Lucky Yu

★ 4.7 · 1,098 reviews

Head to Lucky Yu for a casual, flavour-packed pan-Asian dinner in Edinburgh. Share a spread of small plates, from the prawn crackers to the dirty rice, with friendly service throughout.

Hey Palu

★ 4.9 · 1,113 reviews

Discover Hey Palu, a relaxed cocktail bar built around Italian liqueurs and digestifs. Pull up to the bar, ask for a recommendation and sample classic and modern drinks.

Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh

★ 4.9 · 2,785 reviews

Discover Topping & Company Booksellers, Edinburgh's grand bookshop of towering shelves and rolling ladders. Browse a broad range, enjoy tea in a warm atmosphere, and linger into the evening, as it stays open until 21:00.

The Stand Comedy Club

★ 4.6 · 1,832 reviews

Duck down into The Stand Comedy Club, Edinburgh's basement home of stand-up. Catch several comedians in one intimate night, from local up-and-comers to touring names.

Crybaby

★ 4.6 · 46 reviews

Discover Crybaby, a buzzing Edinburgh bar with great music and a lively crowd. Dig into flavourful wings and loaded sides, then stay on for drinks late into the evening.

EM's Kitchen

★ 4.4 · 742 reviews

Start the day at EM's Kitchen, an Edinburgh brunch spot with a social-media following and a lively room. Order pancakes or a full breakfast and enjoy fast, friendly service.

Broughton Street

Stroll Broughton Street, the independent-minded strip on the edge of Edinburgh's New Town. Browse antique and vintage shops and clothing boutiques, then settle into a café or restaurant for a relaxed lunch or evening.

Origin Coffee (South College Street)

★ 4.4 · 1,715 reviews

Step into Origin Coffee on South College Street for a polished specialty coffee stop. Sip a single-origin brew in a rustic room with lavender on the tables, and add a pastry from the counter.

Vivien

★ 4.6 · 14 reviews

Slip into Vivien, a cosy, classy cocktail bar tucked below Vinette. Order a dirty martini with its side of chips, then linger over a drinks list that also covers wine and inventive alcohol-free options.

Greenwoods Edinburgh

★ 4.7 · 1,485 reviews

Join the queue at Greenwoods, where Edinburgh brunch comes in a bright, stylish room. Tackle the generous full Scottish or order the bacon pancakes that regulars keep coming back for.

Paz Taqueria

★ 4.8 · 622 reviews

Duck into Paz Taqueria, a small Edinburgh favourite for authentic tacos. Order a handful of well-balanced, layered tacos and try something from the Mexican drinks list.

The Liquid Room

★ 3.8 · 507 reviews

Discover The Liquid Room, a 650-capacity Edinburgh venue for touring bands and dance nights. Catch a live show or a club night with powerful sound, bold lighting and a balcony view.

Sneaky Pete's

★ 4.1 · 304 reviews

Discover Sneaky Pete's, a loud and compact Edinburgh club where new bands and DJs keep the room buzzing until late. Squeeze in close for an intimate gig or dance to a hard-driving set.