Port of Leith Distillery

4.7

373 Reviews

£25 and under

Scottish

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

Situated on the eighth floor of the Port of Leith Distillery, the Bar contains some of the finest and most exciting new wave whiskies from Scotland and around the world.

With stunning views of Edinburgh, Leith and the Firth of Forth, the 200-bottle double-height back bar is intended to invite discovery and enlightenment at the sheer wonder and variety of global whisky alchemy.

Much like the whisky the distillery seeks to create, everything else the bar has to offer is inspired by the provenance of the Forth Valley, and Leith’s rich food and drink heritage.

With a seasonally inspired food menu of local and indigenous ingredients, Head Chef Patrick and his team, combine classic and modern techniques, championing the best of Scotland’s farmers and produce.

We look forward to welcoming you in for a dram.

Our Kitchen closes at 9:30pm Tuesday - Saturday and 7:30pm Sunday - Monday.
Our Bar Snacks menu runs all night.

Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Distillery, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue, Wed 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
0131 600 0765
Website
https://www.leithdistillery.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We find the thought of hanging out in our whisky distillery to be pretty exciting and we thought others would too. We’ve created a number of spaces within the building that you can hire out for corporate meetings, birthday parties, weddings, private tastings or high-level secret discussions.
Private party contact
The Events Team: 0131 600 0765

Location
11 Whisky Quay, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH6 6HB
Neighborhood
Edinburgh
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
If arriving by bus or tram, disembark at Ocean Terminal. On foot from Ocean Terminal, walk up Ocean Drive in a NE direction to the water and you will find us on your left.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Festive Set Menu
£36.00 - £38.00 per person
Nov 7, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025
Indulge in the Distillery Bar’s Festive Dining Menu, a four-course seasonal showcase of rich, refined flavours. Appetiser: Roasted Beetroot and Goat's Cheese Mousse Starter: Heritage Apple & Chestnut Bisque Main: Ardgay Game Venison Loin, Poached Pear, Celeraic Puree, Table Whisky Jus Vegan: Oven Roasted Cauliflower, Almond Butter Grenobloise, Croutons, Lilliput Capers, Lemon, Fine Herbs Dessert: Eggnog Panna Cotta, Pedro Ximinez Macerated Dark Fruit, Shortbread Vegan: Mulled Pear Sorbet
New Year's Eve Party
£25.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
9:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve party at the Port of Leith Distillery! Ring in the new year with spectacular waterfront views, live DJ, and a selection of premium whiskies and signature cocktails. Dance your way into 2025 and enjoy a midnight dram to welcome 2025 in style. Celebrate in the heart of Edinburgh’s vibrant port, where tradition meets modern flair. Raise a glass and make memories that will last a lifetime! All tickets include; entry, late night snack and midnight dram / glass of fizz. Kindly note that our kitchen will be closed for this event however our bar snacks menu will be available.

What 373 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Edinburgh/Midlothian
Best Ambiance
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Innovative
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for creative cocktails
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for scenic views
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Lively
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Scottish
Edinburgh
Best Ambiance
Edinburgh
Innovative
Edinburgh
Great for creative cocktails
Edinburgh
Great for scenic views
Edinburgh
Lively
Edinburgh
Scottish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Port of Leith Distillery offers breathtaking views and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing views" and "excellent service." The menu features a variety of unique dishes and cocktails, though some find it "a little pricey." It's a perfect spot for special occasions, with a standout whisky selection and "friendly, attentive staff."

374 Reviews

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Alastair
VIP
Edinburgh
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Another great experience! Amazing views, really good food and great drinks selection :)
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Ruth
VIP
Pittsburgh
71 reviews
5.0
71 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location with amazing views, creative cocktails, super friendly staff and excellent food. A special place.
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Ruth
VIP
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely time at Port of Leith Distillery, great atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. My only observation is that the venison dish, while delicious, was much smaller than we expected. Over all though a great evening
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Christina
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tolle Bar, Mega Ausblick und hervorragende Drinks und Essen! Definitiv einen Besuch wert!
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Andy
Cambridge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and drinks after distillery tour. Best bar in Edinburgh/Leith!
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Tracy
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fabulous place to meet family and friends. Super friendly staff and a great menu - and the views! Highly recommended.
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Stuart
Edinburgh
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere here is fantastic. Great views excellent staff, friendly and professional. Food this time was disappointing. Quality on the whole is good, however the quantity has reduced significantly since our last visits. We left disappointed. We love the Port of Leith Distillery and usually the food is great, just not this time.
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Nicole
Edinburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Slow service, no really input/ recommendations made. Allows kids but does not have/ we weren’t offered a kid friendly menu.
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Cliff
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent but fine dining festive menu was just that with lovely but small plates. Prices are reasonable especially if you have a G&T which was nice.
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Jill
VIP
Newcastle
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely time and the staff were brilliant. The charcuterie board was a little pricey for the quantity served but the Koffmann chips were amazing.
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FAQs

Port of Leith Distillery is rated 4.7 stars by 373 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

11 Whisky Quay, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH6 6HB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Edinburgh
Hours of operation
Mon 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue, Wed 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Distillery, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
If arriving by bus or tram, disembark at Ocean Terminal. On foot from Ocean Terminal, walk up Ocean Drive in a NE direction to the water and you will find us on your left.
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.leithdistillery.com/
Phone number
0131 600 0765
Private party facilities
We find the thought of hanging out in our whisky distillery to be pretty exciting and we thought others would too. We’ve created a number of spaces within the building that you can hire out for corporate meetings, birthday parties, weddings, private tastings or high-level secret discussions.
Private party contact
The Events Team: 0131 600 0765

Port of Leith Distillery

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Festive Set Menu

New Year's Eve Party

Menu

What 373 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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