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Date-night bars in Edinburgh

Bars in Edinburgh that suit a night for two: quieter rooms, good drinks, nowhere you have to shout. Ranked by what each place is actually like.

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  1. 1

    Hey Palu

    A Top 50 UK Cocktail Bar on Bread Street in Edinburgh…

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  2. 2

    Bramble

    Nice and intimate.

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  3. 3

    Element

    Better for two than a big group, and never too loud to talk.

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  4. 4

    The Raging Bull

    Quiet enough to actually chat.

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  5. 5

    The Raeburn

    Better for two than a big group, a bit of outside space.

    £££open lateoutside seatswebsite ↗
  6. 6

    Devil's Advocate

    Hidden in Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Devil’s Advocate pairs rare whisky with bold, seasonal food in a historic setting. Step inside and discover more.

    £££open latewebsite ↗
  7. 7

    Vivien

    Nice and low-key.

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  8. 8

    Ecco Vino

    Somewhere to sit outside, and good for a proper catch-up.

    ££open lateoutside seatswebsite ↗
  9. 9

    Queen's Arms

    Nice and intimate. Never too loud to talk too.

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  10. 10

    Jackson the Tailor

    Suits a quiet night for two.

    ££open latewebsite ↗
  11. 11

    Drinks & Dining

    Laid back and easy-going.

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  12. 12

    Nor' Loft

    Suits a quiet night for two.

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  13. 13

    Theatre Royal

    Nice and low-key.

    ££open latewebsite ↗
  14. 14

    Caru by Candlelight

    Quiet enough to actually chat.

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  15. 15

    The Botanist

    Outdoor seats when it's nice.

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How this list works

Howff ranks every Edinburgh venue from what it is actually like: its character, tags and opening hours, how well it matches this page, and quality signals from press, reviews and the people who go. No venue can pay to be here. The list refreshes daily; closed venues drop out automatically.

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