81 family-friendly pubs in Edinburgh
Family-friendly pubs in Edinburgh, filtered so every one has at least one confirmed family signal — a kids' menu, high chairs or step-free buggy access. Tick the filters to narrow by what matters to you, and check the map to see what's nearby.
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Relaxed Murrayfield spot with free parking, high chairs and great-value fixed-price menus — attentive staff, but book ahead.
Quiet Edinburgh gastropub with high chairs, a kids' menu and gluten-free options — worth booking ahead with little ones.
Stockbridge gastropub with a well-equipped play corner, a wee ones' menu and hearty Scottish cooking — worth booking ahead.
Cosy, relaxed Edinburgh pub with generous portions, a much-praised beef burger, kids' menu, high chairs and famously warm staff.
Handsome Edinburgh pub with a kids' menu, high chairs and much-loved fish and chips — walk in at lunch, book for evenings.
Roomy two-floor city pub with a kids' menu and high chairs — go at lunch, sit upstairs where it's calmer.
Roomy, dog-friendly pub near Arthur's Seat with free parking, a kids' menu, quick service and a well-loved Sunday roast.
A cosy, historic pub at the foot of Arthur's Seat with free parking, a patio, generous pies and unhurried staff — book ahead, it gets tight.
Cheap and cheerful carvery with a kids' play area in the family section, huge plates, and free parking — book ahead.
Roomy Edinburgh pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, beer gardens and a cracking full Scottish breakfast — book ahead for food.
A quirky, fairy-lit old pub off Rose Street with high chairs, a kids' menu, famous haggis bonbons and mountainous shareable nachos.
A locals' pub near the Botanics with roomy space at the back, generous Scottish plates and famously warm, patient service.
Roomy Edinburgh pub off the Royal Mile with famously big burgers, kind patient staff, high chairs and easy buggy access.
Edinburgh's oldest tavern, minutes from the Castle — haggis, pies and fish and chips, with high chairs and buggy access sorted.
Lively Edinburgh pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, gluten-free choices and step-free buggy access — booking recommended.
Roomy Edinburgh pub with buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu — order the small plates, especially the haggis fritters.
Handsome old Edinburgh pub with an upstairs dining room, generous steak pie, patient staff and high chairs — book ahead.
A cosy, wood-panelled pub off Victoria Street with high chairs, buggy access, short pie menu and famously patient, whisky-wise staff.
Roomy Edinburgh pub with a big courtyard beer garden, high chairs and a kids' menu — lovely on a sunny day, loud on match nights.
A gloriously odd Edinburgh pub of salvaged decor and all-vegan food, with a kids' menu, high chairs and buggy access — lively, friendly and well priced.
Quirky Edinburgh bar near Meadowbank with a surprisingly brilliant kitchen — tacos, small plates and a generous, good-value Sunday roast.
Lively Edinburgh pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and gluten-free options; booking recommended.
A rambling old vet school turned pub with cracking Sunday roasts, friendly staff, room for prams and outdoor seating.
Handsome Royal Mile pub with an upstairs dining room, kids' menu and high chairs — cracking pies and fish, but expect a wait.
Pub in Edinburgh with outdoor seating — 4.2★ (2,235 Google reviews).
Lively Old Town pub with high chairs, a kids' menu and huge shareable fish and chips — note the automatic 10% service charge.
A traditional Edinburgh pub by the Bobby statue with a child-friendly dining side, fast service and outstanding haggis — but tight seating.
A relaxed, mid-priced Edinburgh bar with outdoor seating and a solid 4.2 rating — an easy spot for a casual family bite.
A characterful Edinburgh pub serving real ales and Scottish dishes at mid-range prices, with a long-standing 4.4-star reputation.
A traditional, convivial Edinburgh pub with wooden floors serving real ales and freshly-cooked food at mid-range prices.
Historic Edinburgh pub with British food, real ales, and a castle-view beer garden that's lovely for a relaxed family meal.
Lively Edinburgh bar with a vaulted ceiling, steak and seafood, live piano in the cellar, and outdoor seating.
A cosy Victorian pub in Edinburgh with barrel decor, guest draught beers and plain lunches in a relaxed, well-loved setting.
A traditional Edinburgh pub serving classic pub food with live sport and outdoor seating, rated 4.1 across nearly 2,000 reviews.
Roomy Victorian Edinburgh pub with mirrors, an ornate dark-wood bar and hand-pulled beers — relaxed and characterful at a mid-range price.
Classic Victorian-style Edinburgh pub serving traditional British food and real ales, with a comfortable mid-range, sit-down feel.
A characterful Edinburgh pub with traditional Scottish music, a big whisky menu and outdoor seating for families.
A relaxed, traditional Edinburgh pub serving homemade comfort food, with outdoor seating and easy-going prices for families.
Spacious, budget-friendly Irish pub in central Edinburgh with live bands, TV sports and a buzzing, well-loved atmosphere.
Cosy dockside Edinburgh pub with warming food, a big drinks range, and outdoor seating for relaxed family meals.
A stylish, welcoming Edinburgh gastropub serving gourmet burgers, steaks and craft beer, with a roaring fire and a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews.
A cosy, affordable Edinburgh pub with booth seating, TV sport and free WiFi — a relaxed spot for a casual family bite.
A relaxed, mid-priced Edinburgh pub with a solid 4.2 rating and an easygoing feel for a casual family meal.
A budget-friendly Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating and a steady 4.0 rating — an easygoing stop for families.
A well-loved Edinburgh bar with outdoor seating and a 4.5-star rating, easygoing and gentle on the wallet for family visits.
A relaxed, family-welcome Edinburgh pub with handy outdoor seating and a solid 4.2 rating from over 800 reviews.
A relaxed Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating and a 4.6 rating, handy for an easygoing family bite.
A budget-friendly Edinburgh pub with a 4.6 rating from over 500 reviews and a genuinely warm local feel.
A laid-back Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating and a warm 4.3 rating, easy-going enough for families to settle in.
A budget-friendly Edinburgh pub with a steady 4.2-star rating, handy for a relaxed, no-fuss family stop in the city.
A relaxed 19th-century Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating and a warm 4.4 rating — an easy spot for a family meal in the city.
A cosy, laid-back Edinburgh pub serving burgers and familiar favourites with beer on tap, in an easy-going neighbourhood setting.
A wood-panelled Edinburgh pub with sea views, classic British food, and a garden where the kids can stretch their legs.
A relaxed, design-led Victorian-style pub in Edinburgh's Leith, well rated for a casual bite and a drink.
A laid-back Edinburgh bar serving burgers and comfort food, with sport on the TVs and live entertainment in a buzzy, informal setting.
A budget-friendly Wetherspoon pub in a grand former bank, with a wide menu and outdoor seating for an easy family meal.
A budget-friendly Edinburgh pub with hearty food, outdoor seating, and live music evenings — a relaxed spot for a family meal.
Budget-friendly Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating and a 4.5 rating from 500-plus reviews — an easy, low-key spot for the family.
An easygoing, low-cost Edinburgh pub with exposed wood and a big menu of pub grub, well-liked at 4.2 stars over 1,400 reviews.
A relaxed mid-range Edinburgh pub with a solid 4.2-star rating, good for a casual drink and a bite.
A warm, casual Edinburgh pub serving comfort food and pub grub at moderate prices, with a steady 4.3 rating from over 450 diners.
Relaxed Edinburgh craft-beer bar with outdoor seating and a 4.6 rating, an easy mid-range spot when the weather's good.
Budget-friendly Wetherspoon pub above Edinburgh's Waverley station, with outdoor seating and an easy, low-cost menu for families on the go.
Easygoing Edinburgh pub with a beer garden and outdoor seating, mid-range prices and a steady 4.4 rating from nearly 600 reviews.
Budget-friendly Edinburgh family inn with comfort food, a kids' play area and outdoor seating for relaxed meals out.
A well-rated, mid-priced Edinburgh bar with a relaxed feel — handy to ring ahead about families before you go.
A laid-back Edinburgh bar with a 4.4 rating, best checked ahead for family facilities before you bring the kids.
A well-rated, mid-priced Edinburgh pub that makes for an easygoing stop when you're out in the city.
A classic two-floor Edinburgh pub with local beers, updated bar meals and outdoor seating for easygoing family visits.
A lively city-centre darts bar in Edinburgh with a strong 4.7 rating — best to check ahead about younger guests.
A grand vaulted Edinburgh bar with Scottish food, live music, ceilidhs and outdoor seating — lively and family-welcoming.
Bustling traditional Edinburgh pub with homemade pies, live music and outdoor seating — a well-loved local rated 4.5.
A characterful old Edinburgh pub of cosy nooks and crannies, known for real ale, whisky and live music.
A laid-back Edinburgh bar with outdoor seating and a steady 4.0 rating, comfortable for families looking for a mid-priced spot.
A well-rated central Edinburgh bar with outdoor seating, easy on the budget at ££ for a relaxed family stop.
A lively Edinburgh cocktail bar with outdoor seating, better suited to older kids and easygoing afternoons than quiet meals out.
A smart Edinburgh bar with cocktails and global classics in contemporary surroundings — call ahead to check family facilities.
A well-regarded Edinburgh pub with a 4.7 rating and easygoing, mid-priced charm for a relaxed drink out.
A relaxed Leith bar with comfort food, vegan options and outdoor seating, plus an upstairs room for live music.
A characterful 1897 Edinburgh pub serving real ales and brown spirits in cosy, traditional surroundings, rated 4.7 by over 1,200 reviewers.
A friendly Edinburgh pub with outdoor seating, mid-range prices, and a solid 4.4 rating from over 900 reviews.
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