Baba

You'll find Baba tucked into George Street's restaurant corridor, where it stands out for actually caring about what lands in your glass. The space has that effortless Edinburgh sophistication—not trying too hard, but clearly thought through. Dark wood, warm lighting, and the kind of crowd that knows the difference between a decent cocktail and the watered-down nonsense you'll get elsewhere. The drinks menu pivots around classical technique with interesting twists, whilst the food leans into Middle Eastern flavours that genuinely complement the drinking. It's become exactly the sort of place locals keep coming back to, whether you're after a proper night out or somewhere to land a date that doesn't feel try-hard.