Edinburgh's Best Night Clubs and Bars
Any list of Edinburgh's best bars and clubs is always going to be subjective and controversial, but we have tried our best to put together a list based on feedback and general internet reviews of some of the most popular.
The Bongo Club
The Bongo Club is a cafe by day and also used as an exhibition and rehearsal space, by night it transforms to a venue for live music, theatre and clubs. Located in Holyrood Road it has two levels with stages for Djs and bands. Check their website for the latest listing and performances.
The Jazz Bar
The Jazz Bar, as the name suggests, is the place to go if you are in to Jazz. The weekly programme includes two gigs each night and Saturday afternoon jazz, as well as a complement of DJs and poetry thrown in. Cover charge applies for many of the evening acts, but there's free admission for some slots and the added enticement of drinks specials. The bar is open 7 days a week until 3am.
Po Na Na
Po Na Na is a national chain of clubs and is very popular. With a capacity of 350 people it is normally packed at weekends and you may have to queue to get in. Generally populated by a young trend crowd with very loud music and a dimmed interior. For latest lising and details click on the link above for more information.
Wee Red Bar
This choice is a little bit left field and quirky but if you want to do something different why not try the Edinburgh College of Art's students club. As you might expext has an artistic bent, but has student priced drinks to keep you lubricated. The Wee Red Bar regularly hosts live gigs and club nights. The type of music varies from reggae, dub, rock, soul and hip hop. It also features a soul mash-up of The Egg on Saturday night.