The Tourmalet
- Telephone 0131 555 4387
- Bar open Mon–Tue 3pm–midnight; Wed–Fri 3pm–1am; Sat/Sun 1pm–1am
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Both of Edinburgh’s residents born with insatiable appetites for minor sports and obscure expressions of German weissbier must have felt all their prayers had been answered when the Tourmalet first appeared on the Leith pub scene back in 2009. However, although it has remained true to its roots as one of the capital’s most niche bars, it has since gained a loyal and diverse following of folk drawn to its handsome and cosy surrounds. Indeed, you don’t need to sport cycle short s or be blessed with an encyclopaedic knowledge of artisan Westphalian breweries to feel welcome, and it’s the sort of pub you’d love to have as your local, with a particular good-times vibe on Thursday–Saturday nights.
- High point: Wunderbar selection of Bundesbeers
- Low point: Pickled eggs are an acquired taste
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 6
- Private dining: Up to 25 covers
- Provides: Wheelchair access, Free wi-fi
- Music on stereo: Staff's choice of background music
- Capacity: 85 standing
- Largest group: 25
- Open since: 2009
- House wine: £13 per bottle
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