Bars in Edinburgh

Aurora on Great Junction Street puts you in Leith, one of Edinburgh's most interesting neighbourhoods for an evening out. Booking is easy and last-minute reservations are realistic, making it a low-friction option for a return visit or a late addition to a longer night. Best experienced after the early dinner crowd has cleared.

Baba on George Street is a solid late-evening choice in Edinburgh's New Town — accessible, sociable, and easy to book without the advance planning required by the city's more competitive venues. It works best as a full-evening destination rather than a quick stop, and suits groups better than an intimate two-person dinner.