Apr 2, 2025

Divino Enoteca Edinburgh

Classy bar, not so classy location

""Divino Enoteca", an Edinburgh wine bar has such relaxing atmosphere (I love their fireplace) that I always need to work up the motivation to leave!"

A wine bar and restaurant, Divino Enoteca has a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere, where my biggest problem is working up the motivation to leave. In the winter, they've a fireplace and comfy sofas inside and in summer, if we ever get such a thing in Scotland, there is a terrace to try and catch a few minutes of sun.

There is a great wine list which the staff provides amazing recommendations from if, like me, you don't know where to start! Or instead you can try one of the wine flights – there is a variety of options for different tastes and price ranges.

All menus are typically Italian, with a focus on quality produce. Whatever you order you have to include the Zucchini Fritti - trust me! They also have pretty amazing specials. Last time I visited it was spicy sausage and beetroot ravioli, not a combination I would've immediately thought of but specular none the less!

My favourite night to go is Wednesday when they have a Jazz band to accompany your dinner. Even more reason to get settled in with a glass of wine!

Located in the centre of the old town, Divino Enoteca is a great escape from the crowds without leaving the city.

028-beach-bar-1
Bars
029-guitar-instrument-1
Music
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

About this spot

5 Merchant Street

Main from:

£

13

1312251770

Find your way with 138 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters

Discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Edinburgh guide.

Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:

Discover all other hidden gems in Edinburgh

The Leith Collective

Design and art shop

"Scottish Design Exchange" is in Edinburgh's Leith, hidden in a shopping mall called Ocean Terminal. It's not high concept, it's things you'd actually buy.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Mark

Gorman

Apr 22, 2025

Sabzi

Punjabi street food

"Sabzi" in Edinburgh used to be a Blockbuster video store, then it became a pop-up restaurant. Now it serves wonderful heart-warming Punjabi street food!

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Sarah

Mackenzie

Apr 17, 2025

S. Luca

Ice cream and sweet treats

"S. Luca" has been one of my favorite places in Edinburgh since I was a kid. What they're famous for is their own brand of ice cream - and I love it!

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Catriona

Laxton

Apr 14, 2025

Green. Leith

Plant shop with social mission

"Green. Leith" is a refreshing and colourful addition to the well-known street in Edinburgh. They really take green plants & accessories to a new level!

026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

by

Sarah

Mackenzie

Apr 13, 2025

Muschat's Cairn

Gory history under rocks

I have to confess I've walked past the spot thousands of times before I actually realised it was anything to pay attention to!

002-building
Art & culture

by

Fiona

Diack

Apr 11, 2025

Leith Victoria Swim Centre

An architectural gem

The "Leith Victoria Swim Centre" in Edinburgh is a beautiful pool surrounded by an ornade, Baroque, cast-iron colonnade. Well worth a visit!

017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Tamsin

Grainger

Apr 10, 2025

Pickles

Cosy wine bar

"Pickles" is a tiny wee wine bar in Edinburgh. The bar has a rustic Scottish feel to it, but the main reason I like it is their cheese and wine...

028-beach-bar-1
Bars

by

Fiona

Diack

Apr 9, 2025

Union Brew Lab

A unique coffee experience

"Union Brew Lab" Edinburgh is one of the original hipster coffee shops in the city. JK Rowling hasn't written a book here yet!

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea

by

Fiona

Diack

Apr 9, 2025

Manna House Bakery

Incredible bakery/eatery

"Manna House Bakery" in South Queensferry in Edinburgh has great views over the Forth Rail Bridge. Come here for the super value-for-money homemade food!

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Mark

Gorman

Apr 6, 2025

Craiglockhart Hill

The overlooked hill

Craiglockhart Hill is one of Edinburgh's 7 hills. In contrast to Calton Hill, Castle Hill and Arthur's Seat, even many locals can't name this one!

017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Fiona

Diack

Apr 3, 2025

Corstorphine Hill

Not just the zoo

The zoo is one of Edinburgh's most popular tourist attractions. Next to it is "Corstorphine Hill" that's in my opinion much more interesting to explore!

002-building
Art & culture
017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Fiona

Diack

Apr 2, 2025

The Jazz Bar

Eclectic late -night music spot

"The Jazz Bar" Edinburgh: a lively subterranean music club that really comes alive after midnight. I really like the crowd on weekends & their caipirinha!

028-beach-bar-1
Bars
029-guitar-instrument-1
Music

by

Alasdair

MacQuarrie

Apr 2, 2025

Heading to Edinburgh?

138 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

Authentic Stories by Real People

Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌

... for just €9.99

Heading to Edinburgh?

0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

138 Insider Tips

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

App Download Download our app

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Our team loves Edinburgh

Get to know our other Spotters from Edinburgh

As featured on:

New-York-Times
the-guardian
mashable
the-sunday-times
false
0
false
53
Filters