Bow Bar

Tucked between the slew of trendy Grassmarket pubs which play on the square's deliciously sordid history, and the dignified tourist-peddling Royal Mile mainstays, the Bow Bar, with its posh pies and dark wood trimmings manages to give old-fashioned a contemporary twist. Expect fine ales and a mind-boggling array of whiskies, as well as a slick yet hearty pub grub menu.