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Port of Leith Distillery, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Port of Leith Distillery

4.7
4.7
372 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish

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2 people
19:00
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.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Distillery, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 12:00–20:00 Tue, Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–20:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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

    7 Nov 2024 - 31 Jan 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
    Festive Set Menu photo

  • New Year's Eve Party

    £25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    21:30
    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.
    New Year's Eve Party photo

Menu

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What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Best Ambience

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Innovative

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for scenic views

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Lively

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Scottish

  • Edinburgh

    Best Ambience

  • 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."

372 Reviews

  1. Ruth

    VIP

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 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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  2. Christina

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 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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  3. Andy

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 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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  4. Tracy

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 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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  5. Stuart

    Edinburgh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 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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  6. Nicole

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 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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  7. Cliff

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 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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  8. Jill

    VIP

    Newcastle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 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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  9. Alastair

    VIP

    Edinburgh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great. Epic views & super friendly staff.

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  10. Andrew

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing views, great service and a cool spot for a drink overlooking the forth

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FAQs

Port of Leith Distillery is rated 4.7 stars by 372 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Port of Leith Distillery

11 Whisky Quay, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH6 6HB

Additional information

  • Area
    Edinburgh
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 12:00–20:00 Tue, Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–20:00
  • 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
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