Newsroom — Bar And Eatery in Edinburgh

The Newsroom is a bar and eatery on Leith Street in Edinburgh’s New Town. It sits in a former printing press building, giving it an industrial edge that suits the area's mix of historic architecture and modern energy. The menu features creative Scottish cuisine with burgers as a standout dish. Locals and visitors come here for evening drinks and meals, staying late to enjoy live music or beer tastings at the on-site brewery.

About The Venue

The Newsroom is in a building once used for printing newspapers in Edinburgh’s New Town. Exposed brick walls and steel beams are part of its architectural identity. The space has trendy decor with low lighting that creates a dim yet welcoming atmosphere in the evenings. Noise levels are high because crowds build up after 6 PM, especially on weekends when live music performances fill the venue throughout its operating hours from early afternoon until midnight every day.

Typical Experiences

The Newsroom is popular with friends and social groups looking for an evening out in Edinburgh. Locals come here for late drinks, meals of creative Scottish cuisine like burgers or steaks, and regular live music after dark. The outdoor seating area with acoustic sets makes evenings especially energetic. It also hosts weekly beer tastings at the on-site brewery, ideal for those wanting to experience something immersive during peak social hours.

Notable Features

  • Atmospheric ambiance
  • Evening crowd energy
  • Creative Scottish cuisine
  • Live music in the evening
  • Creative Scottish cuisine with burgers, steaks, fish and chips
  • Terrific decor and trendy atmosphere
  • Outdoor seating with live music
  • On-site brewery with tasting sessions

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Information about this venue is based on publicly available sources and may be incomplete. Last updated in April 2026.