There are an abundance of bars and pubs in and around Edinburgh if you're wanting to grab a drink.
Whether you're looking for a no-fuss pint, a dram of whisky, or a fancy cocktail, there will be somewhere for you. Unfortunately, all of that variety can make it hard to know where to head for a drink.
As the cost of living crisis continues to worsen, and energy bills rise further, households across Scotland are stretching their budgets further than ever. Therefore, when getting a drink, you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth.
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To help, Edinburgh Live took to travel website TripAdvisor to find out what it has classed as the top pubs and bars in the capital. The site has a full numbered list of the best places to get a drink in Edinburgh, which can be found here.
However, keep reading on for a full summary of the top 10. We've even included a sample review for each one, so you know exactly what visitors think.
10. The Fox & Faun, 101 Shandwick Place
Rating: 4.5/5
Number of reviews: 58
What one customer said: "Very friendly people, great atmosphere! Even gave us a small class in Scottish whiskey.
"Would recommend this place to everyone."
9. The Caley Picture House, 31 Lothian Road
Rating: 4/5
Number of reviews: 657
What one customer said: "I'd say this is one of the better Wetherspoons, very clean and the staff are very good.
"I would recommend this bar for food and drink."
8. Salt Horse Beer Shop & Bar, 57-61 Blackfriars Street
Rating: 4.5/5
Number of reviews: 131
What one customer said: "Fantastic beers selection, always rotating - food is great too. My go to spot if waiting for a train on killing an hour or two in the area."
7. Don't Tell Mama Coffee Bar, 64 Home Street
Rating: 5/5
Number of reviews: 62
What one customer said: "Best drinks, best food, best service. Wonderful Greek wine at a very reasonable price.
"Lovely quiet spot for some down time. Has WiFi and a great vibe!"
6. Damm27/Meadows Tap, 27 Causewayside
Rating: 4.5/5
Number of reviews: 102
What one customer said: "Me and my wife wandered in after a meal down the road, we are glad we did! The decor was lovely, the staff attentive and the drinks flowed."
5. Cold Town House, 4 Grassmarket
Rating: 4/5
Number of reviews: 442
What one customer said: "Really liked the atmosphere here, had a good vibe, and wide range of beers/cider/cocktails on the menu. All the drinks we had were excellent."
4. Brewhemia, 1A Market Street
Rating: 4/5
Number of reviews: 1,425
What one customer said: "Amazing venue with the one of the best party atmospheres in town. Cannot recommend enough.
"Staff were a pleasure to deal with. Catered for our larger group amazingly. All said they wanted to return."
3. Hemingway's Edinburgh, 1 Commercial Street
Rating: 4.5/5
Number of reviews: 226
What one customer said: "We called in here for a cocktail late Saturday night, the cocktails were amazing and the staff were five stars, the two barmen really made our evening with the service and are a credit to the bar. Will defo return on our next visit."
2. Veeno Edinburgh, 76 Rose Street
Rating: 4.5/5
Number of reviews: 570
What one customer said: "Some really delicious wine and delicious food. Can't ask for more.
"The cocktails were great too. Carlotta looked after us very well and helped me pick exactly to sort of wine I was looking for."
1. The Piper's Rest Public House, 3 Hunter Square Royal Mile
Rating: 5/5
Number of reviews: 537
What one customer said: "Spent a lovely time having a rest from walking around Edinburgh- lovely spot, good selection of drinks and very friendly staff."
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