Stockbridge Tap

Edinburgh


This cosy bar has more of a lounge atmosphere (sofas at the back) than a traditional Edinburgh pub, but the counter reveals that it is dedicated to real ale – there are seven hand-pulled pints on offer, with three house and four guest beers. Good range of craft gins, too.


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