Best & Cool Bars in The Glasshouses

We've collected top 10 mentioned bars in The Glasshouses from other articles such as Matador Network, concerthotels.com, Scotsman Food and Drink, including the cool, fun, and roof top bars.

Best & Cool Bars in The Glasshouses

The Scotch Whisky Experience
The Scotch Whisky Experience
4.6 (5873 ratings)4.5 (5663 ratings)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride.
The Royal Mile, 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, United Kingdom
Food & DrinkBarDistilleries
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Taste the water of life at The Scotch Whisky Experience, and let the whisky gurus reveal all there is to know about Scotland’s national tipple. Tour the replica distillery, gawp at 3,500 bottles of the iconic elixir, ride in a whisky-barrel car and take home a tasting glass. There’s an attached shop, restaurant and whisky bar, should you fancy a post-tour dram."
Harmonium
Harmonium
4.7 (690 ratings)
Chic, leafy spot for vegan dishes such as stone baked pizzas plus organic wine, cocktails & beer.
7-11 E London St, Edinburgh, EH7 4BN, United Kingdom
BarVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Watch Me See
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"On top of my personal list of vegan eateries in Edinburgh is Harmonium in Broughton. The restaurant is the little sibling of Glasgow’s vegan icons Mono, Stereo and co. and offers top-notch vegan cuisine in the casual environment of a cosy pub. The menu is very diverse and includes comfort food classics, like pizzas, burgers and mac & cheese, but also more creative options like scallops made from King Oyster mushroom (I order these every time) or beer-battered nori banana blossoms with chips."
Mentioned by Suitcase Magazine
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"Offering a vast menu of vegan dishes, Harmonium is a haven for plant-based eaters. Come for brunch, when simple decision-making abilities will be thrown out the window as you're faced with choosing between dairy-free grilled cheese and "bacon" sourdough sandwiches and Belgian waffles topped with whipped cream, fresh berries, maple syrup and powdered sugar. Wash it all down with coffee from local Edinburgh-based roasters Williams and Johnson Coffee Co.."
Mentioned by DesignMyNight
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"This bar and restaurant from the Stereo team doesn't even need to flag vegan options on its menu because the whole damn thing is free from any animal products. Offering all your favourite comfort eats, from burgers and macaroni cheese, to laverbread cakes with streaky bacon, they're easily one of the best vegan restaurants in Edinburgh."
Union Brew Lab
Union Brew Lab
4.5 (1168 ratings)
Trendy, innovative coffee-house offering single origin brews and artisanal produce.
6-8 S College St, Edinburgh, EH8 9AA, United Kingdom
Coffee shopBarRestaurant
Mentioned by Live Like It's the Weekend
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"Specializing in single-origin specialty-grade coffee, Brew Lab serves up beans from Union Hand-Roasted, featuring two different espressos and filters each day so there is always something fresh to try. But for non coffee drinkers, craft beers and local wines along with salads, soups and sandwiches from local suppliers around Edinburgh are also up for grabs in this modern coffee house with a science lab vibe. 6-8 S College St, Edinburgh EH8 9AA, UK"
Mentioned by Off-Kilter
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"Two former Edinburgh University students got addicted to coffee while trying to get their essays in on time. Then, they created Brew Lab. They converted an old university office into one of the best coffee shops in the city."
Whiski Rooms
Whiski Rooms
4.5 (1353 ratings)
Classic and modern Scottish cuisine served in refined bare-stone room with over 300 malts to sample.
4-7 N Bank St, Edinburgh, EH1 2LP, United Kingdom
Scottish restaurantBarBistroCocktail barLiquor storeRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
Scottish Food and Drink in Edinburgh - Forever Edinburgh
"Situated within a short distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Whiski Rooms boast stunning views over the mound and Princes Street. With a bar, bistro, restaurant and shop, the Whiski Rooms neatly captures a superb food and drink experience under one convenient roof. Their food menu seamlessly blends classic and modern dishes using only the finest and freshest, locally sourced produce."
Mentioned by DesignMyNight
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"Give your next date night a sophisticated edge by heading to Whiski Rooms for an evening of tasting tipples and nibbling on cheese. Try out a selection of drams from all over Scotland, with paired bites for each drink."
Roseleaf bar cafe
Roseleaf bar cafe
4.7 (1094 ratings)
Playful, quirky decor in an informal cafe bistro with health-conscious menus and teapot cocktails.
23-24 Sandport Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6EW, United Kingdom
PubBarBreakfast restaurantCafeRestaurantScottish restaurant
Mentioned by cityexplorerstours.com
Edinburgh's Best Brunch Spots
"For a quirky and casual brunch outing, try a visit to Roseleaf, located in the historic Leith area of Edinburgh. It’s a mix of bar, cafe, and bistro, open all day and welcome to all ages. Furnished with second hand items, and a collection of unusual trinkets and treasures, and run by friendly and welcoming staff, you will have a laidback, but still top quality, dining experience."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"This unusual pub is off the beaten track just beyond The Shore in Leith. It's a little bit quirky, offering an imaginative range of food and booze which extends to some great breakfast options. It's very friendly, the furniture is mismatched and you can get cocktails served in teapots for your very own Madhatter's Tea Party."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Brunch and Breakfast Spots in Edinburgh
"The Roseleaf serves top-notch grub|Courtesy of Roseleaf / © AdamJBellPhotography. There’s a real buzz in Leith just now, with the diversity of its restaurants, from gastropub to Michelin-star restaurants, unrivalled elsewhere in Edinburgh. One of its most beloved pubs serving top-notch grub is the Roseleaf."
Nauticus
Nauticus
4.8 (254 ratings)
142 Duke St, Edinburgh, EH6 8HR, United Kingdom
Bar
The Bon Vivant
The Bon Vivant
4.7 (358 ratings)
European-inspired snacks & mains pair with champagne & cocktails in relaxed, wood-accented environs.
55 Thistle St, Edinburgh, EH2 1DY, United Kingdom
RestaurantBar
Mentioned by Nightflow.com
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"Bon Vivant lives up to its name: From the drinks menu to the atmosphere, everything is a bit indulgent – in the best possible way. Stylish and smart, the bar has a laid-back vibe thanks to Parisian flea-market lamps, dark walls, tabletop candles, and deep leather armchairs and booths. The sea of wine glasses is particularly noticeable in this beer- and whiskey-happy city – the bar’s selection has a reputation for being excellent."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"Bon Vivant has previously won the ‘Best Restaurant Bar in the World’ as their bar menu changes daily. Take your pick from the ‘bites’ section, where you can try tasters of haggis bonbon, pork belly, smoked haddock arancini and mushroom, truffle and feta rolls for £2 a plate. bonvivantedinburgh.co.uk/"
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Candlelight reflected in the warm glow of polished wood makes for an intimate atmosphere in this New Town favourite. The food is superb value for this part of town, offering a range of tapas-style 'bites' as well..."
Red Squirrel
Red Squirrel
4.3 (973 ratings)
Chic, modern bistro pub with gourmet burger menu, locally-sourced dishes and craft beers on draught.
21 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2DJ, United Kingdom
GastropubBarBreakfast restaurantHamburger restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Owned by a group that runs several Edinburgh pubs, the Red Squirrel is at the bottom end of Lothian Road and it combines a well-stocked bar with cheap, tasty pub grub. You'll find standard Scottish options on tap alongside some more exotic options. You can get a breakfast, late into the afternoon, and choose from a wide range of burgers featuring haggis, venison, pork and chorizo."
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
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"This Lothian Road spot has long been a popular haunt for beer lovers. The bar boasts over 20 craft beers and ales on tap, including a great variety of bottled options. They showcase a wide range of Scottish brewers, including some local favourites such Edinburgh Beer Factory and Pilot."
The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen
The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen
4.2 (412 ratings)
Elegant, modern bar & bistro serving seasonally changing, locally sourced rustic Scottish cuisine.
21-25 George St, Edinburgh, EH2 2PB, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarBreakfast restaurant
The Cocktail Geeks
The Cocktail Geeks
4.6 (469 ratings)
Funky bar known for inventive cocktails & experiences with unique pop-culture themes.
Arch 14, 27 E Market St, Edinburgh EH8 8FS, United Kingdom
BarCocktail bar
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The Pop Up Geeks offers a different theme every three months|© SJS Photography. If you’ve ever wanted to step into a scene from Game of Thrones, Stranger Things or The Walking Dead, visit The Pop Up Geeks. Every three months, this micro-bar in the arches of Waverley Station reinvents itself around a different pop-culture theme – complete with a food menu and cocktails to match."
Mentioned by visitscotland.com
18 Quirky Places to Eat in Edinburgh
"A post shared by The Pop up Geeks (@thepopupgeeks) on Jul 31, 2020 at 12:44pm PDT. Passionate about all things geeky, the Pop Up Geeks have become one of Edinburgh's hippest night spots. They create unique and immersive experiences based on popular films and TV shows."
Mentioned by An Orcadian Abroad
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"One of two places on this list that I haven’t made it to yet, but it’s worthy of a mention!. Now a permanent fixture along from Waverley train station, Pop Up Geeks changes its theme every few months. At the moment, it’s on a Star Wars theme until March!"

Best Lunch Restaurants in The Glasshouses

Fhior
Fhior
4.8 (141 ratings)
36 Broughton St, Edinburgh, EH1 3SB, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarLunch restaurant
Loudons Fountainbridge
Loudons Fountainbridge
4.5 (683 ratings)
Simple, tranquil cafe for home-made breakfasts, pizza and cake, with gluten- and dairy-free choices.
94B Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QA, United Kingdom
Brunch restaurantBakeryBreakfast restaurantCafeCake shopCoffee shopLunch restaurantRestaurantTea house
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Brunches In Edinburgh 2019 - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by Loudons Cafe (@loudonscafe) on Nov 30, 2018 at 11:00am PST. Loudons bakery and cafe is located in Fountainbridge. They bake all of their bread and cakes on site and offer an all-day weekend brunch menu that caters for most dietary needs and includes options like American style pancakes, a full breakfast and scrambled eggs and smoked salmon."
Mentioned by Dickins
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"If you find yourself in the Fountainbridge area be sure to pop into this light and bright cafe to enjoy brunch or lunch!. Another bonus is they serve up delicious fluffy pancakes. Choose from classic American Style Pancakes, Vegan Blackcurrant Pancakes, or if you’re looking for a healthy boost they also serve Superfood pancakes (pictured below)!"
Mentioned by edinburghlive
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"Loudons is a stylish, spacious café in Fountainbridge that's ideal for getting some work done, or just relaxing on one of the comfy couches. They offer home-made breakfasts and cake, with gluten-free and dairy-free choices too. Their cooked breakfasts also come with a choice of brown and gluten-free bread."
Papii
Papii
4.6 (844 ratings)
Unfussy venue serving a menu of sweet and savoury breakfasts plus snacky meals and coffee.
101 Hanover St, Edinburgh, EH2 1DJ, United Kingdom
Coffee storeBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeLunch restaurantTakeout RestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by edinburghlive
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"Papii may not seem like much from outside but this little café has a reputation as one of the best on Hanover Street. Their speciality is ''eggs Papii'': a toasted English muffin, poached free-range eggs and homemade hollandaise sauce (they also do more traditional options like eggs benedict, eggs florentine and eggs royale). If you don't fancy eggs, then don't miss their famous buttermilk waffles, which come with a number of different toppings including crispy bacon, fresh strawberries or honey and cream."
Mentioned by SquareMeal
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"What: Small and with no fuss, Papii is a very popular spot in the city, so you’ll have to make sure you get their early to secure a table. Although there’s no fried breakfast to be found here, there are plenty of other options to satisfy you, including the likes of filled breakfast rolls, paninis and bagels, as well as eggs any way you like. The main attractions though, are Papii’s indulgent buttermilk vanilla waffles and the smoothies which are made from fresh fruit."
Mentioned by Faraway Lucy
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"Finally, somewhat of a hidden gem on the brunch scene, Papii Café is a small, Mediterranean inspired café with a real neighbourhood feel to it. Their menu is varied, but the two dishes that get people talking are the waffles and the eggs benedict. Despite being a classic brunch food, waffles don’t seem to crop up on too many breakfast menus in Edinburgh."

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in The Glasshouses

Soul Sushi
Soul Sushi
4.5 (180 ratings)
Sushi take-out offering handmade, fresh rolls, nigiri, sashimi, poké bowls & hot katsu curries.
126 Nicolson St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9EH, United Kingdom
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Catering for those who are hungry and in a hurry, Soul Sushi offers great-value grab-and-go boxes, nigiri, salads, soups, katsu curries, gyoza and poké bowls, all freshly made daily. The multi-award-winning takeaway’s concept of healthy, affordable Japanese food was inspired by the owner’s travels around Australia. For a real bargain, stop by the Newington shop half an hour before closing, when all remaining food in the chiller is sold with 50% off the price."
Yes Sushi
Yes Sushi
4 (716 ratings)
Buzzy, cosy restaurant with creative decor serving an all you can eat sushi buffet and hot pot.
89 Hanover St, Edinburgh, EH2 1EE, United Kingdom
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by Ashley Wanders
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"A few of my favourite dishes at Yes Sushi are the prawn dumplings, salmon skin roll, and their hot pot -which is reason enough to visit. Choose your broth, noodles, veggies, seafood, and meat (all of which are served uncooked), drop them into the boiling pot, and watch them cook in front of you. It’s £17.99 per person, and also includes all-you-can-eat sushi (from a limited menu), which is a bargain in Edinburgh."
Mentioned by inews.co.uk
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"Notoriously expensive sushi is made more affordable at Hanover Street’s Yes Sushi, thanks to their bento box options. The perfect size for one, each box costs around £10 and contain enough delicious Japanese delights to fill you up. Each box is different, so diners can choose a few favourites from the likes of teriyaki tofu, tempura prawns, maki rolls, fresh sashimi and nigiri."
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Sushi Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by Martina (@maartinamar) on Jun 8, 2017 at 10:32am PDT. Always buzzing with happy customers, this lively joint in Edinburgh’s New Town is famous for its comforting hot pots and for its all you can eat sushi buffet. When enjoying the all you can eat buffet, you can choose either sushi by itself, or a sushi and hotpot combo for a little extra."
Yamato
Yamato
4.6 (254 ratings)
Inventive sushi rolls, plus wagyu and tempura, offered in a snug, contemporary setting.
11 Lochrin Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 9QJ, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantRestaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Sushi Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by Eilidh Barbour (@eilidh_barbour) on Mar 28, 2017 at 6:35am PDT. Stylish and impressive, this is a lovely restaurant to go to when you are on a special date – or just whenever you want to feel a little fancy. The menu here is a classy one: think aubergine with miso, seared swordfish, and seafood salad to start with."
Mentioned by letsgetlocal.co.uk
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"Kanpai Sushi has become so popular in Edinburgh, that they have opened a new sister restaurant, Yamato. It's doing just as well, so again, you'll need to book in advance to avoid disappointment. The setting is beautiful and the selection of sushi is mouth-watering and perfectly presented."

Free Museums in The Glasshouses

Museum of Childhood
Museum of Childhood
4.3 (1678 ratings)4 (1141 ratings)
18th-century buildings housing toy and games collections, exhibitions, puppet theatre and gift shop.
42 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1TG, United Kingdom
Toy museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by girl gone london
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"You don’t have to be a child to enjoy the Museum of Childhood, but it definitely is a place for the kids to go and see the toys of years past and get to try some of them out. This is the first museum of its kind that was dedicated to the culture of childhood and preserving toys and childhood culture, which also means adults will take great joy in seeing toys from their own childhoods. Of course, no one visiting would be old enough to remember playing with the Queen Anne Doll on display, as this dates back to 1740, but perhaps you remember the Peter Rabbit toy."
Mentioned by Scotland Bucket List
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"If you fancy a wee trip down memory lane, head to the Museum of Childhood. Located on the Royal Mile, this quirky museum is spread across four floors and covers many eras of toys and games. It gives you an idea of playthings over the years starting from the 18th through to the 21st century."
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
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"The Museum of Childhood is a fun day out for the whole family. Young people can learn about the children of the past and see a fantastic range of toys and games, while adults enjoy a trip down memory lane. And you can see the Subbuteo set in our adverts!"
Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth
4.4 (1682 ratings)4 (2327 ratings)
State-of-the-art family attraction taking visitors through history from the Big Bang to modern day.
Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Visitor centerMuseumsCafeConference centerGift shopLearning centerParking garageChildren's MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Callendar House
Callendar House
4.5 (1324 ratings)4.5 (640 ratings)
19th-century chateau and medieval tower, with staff in Georgian costume, set in landscaped parkland.
Callendar Rd, Falkirk, FK1 1YR, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkMuseumsHistoric SitesSpecialty Museums

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