The Belfry Edinburgh

You'll find The Belfry tucked away on Barclay Place, in that sweet spot of Bruntsfield where locals outnumber tourists and everyone seems to know the barstaff's name. It's the kind of pub that takes its beer seriously—expect a thoughtful selection of ales and ciders that rotate regularly—but never gets precious about it. The stripped-back interior feels lived-in rather than designed, with the sort of chatty atmosphere where you'll inevitably end up in conversation at the bar, whether you planned to or not.