Brass Monkey

One of the best bars in Edinburgh and a local secret, Brass Monkey offers all manner of delights. From Havana and Coke for little more that £2.50, monkey art, iconic posters and an intimate back room – what more could you want? A room made of pillows, you say? Weeell...

The larger back room is a mound of mattresses and cushions with little tables that you can rest your pint perfectly in (not on) from your lying-down (or at least lounging) position. There are movies on the big screen too, for those lucky people who don't have to work for a living (*cough*, students), alongside a varying selection at the weekend. All in all, it's a gem of a place, great for a slow afternoon pint or a fun gathering before a night out.