Scotland is known for its excellent nightlife, with plenty of brilliant pubs and bars to enjoy a drink across the country.
Whether you’re a resident or visiting for the first time, we’ve got a guide to the best pubs and bars Scotland has to offer.
TripAdvisor reviewers have spoken and chosen their favourite pubs and bars to visit.
Here are the 15 pubs and clubs that are the most popular with customers - and what reviewers had to say about their experience.

9. The Cocktail Geeks, Edinburgh
The Cocktail Geeks in Edinburgh has a 4.5* rating from 259 reviews. A TripAdvisor reviewer said: “The Cocktail Geeks in Edinburgh is an exceptional bar that offers a unique and immersive experience for cocktail lovers.” | The Cocktail Geeks-TripAdvisor

10. The Dome, Edinburgh
The Dome in Edinburgh has a 4.5* rating from 1,019 reviews. A TripAdvisor reviewer said: “The most beautiful place you can visit in Edinburgh, George Street. You can have a very nice whisky and it is not expensive. Cocktails are really good too, a bit more expensive but really good.” | Ian D-TripAdvisor

11. The Malt Room, Inverness
The Malt Room in Inverness has a 5* rating from 278 reviews. A TripAdvisor reviewer said: “What a fantastic little bar and amazing and helpful staff! This place didn't disappoint and we had a whisky flight 'Its all gone peat tong' which was amazing. The staff were super knowledgeable about their product and we happily relaxed and enjoyed the fantastic whiskey.” | The Malt Room-TripAdvisor

12. The Cauldron, Edinburgh
The Cauldron in Edinburgh has a 4* rating from 507 reviews. A TripAdvisor reviewer said: “I did the potion making class and the service was great. The people were very polite and enthusiastic. Eve, our server, was great, very enthusiastic and tended to our every need.” | The Cauldron-TripAdvisor


