Fun and entertainment East

The bird and the bear... It's a whole story that the map tells you, and you won't be "spoilt" by it. This place has something enchanting and trendy at the same time, with a US rap soundtrack from the 2000s. The room with its mezzanine is superb, with a decor that invites you to escape. You will be able to sip a cocktail - suggestions depend on the time of day -, in the classics of the genre or among the creations of the staff. You can also eat on the premises: the dishes served are original and well-cooked, with, once again, a beautiful inventiveness.

Here's a well-known Perth venue that opened in a former foundry where metal vats, pulleys and face masks still have their place in the large, dimly lit room. Locals come here to watch sport, chat and play pool while enjoying a draught or a dram. On the food side, there are some fairly well-prepared snacks here, such as pizza and burgers, or generous portions of home fries (the halloumi fries do the job well).

Like a clandestine lair, a little off the beaten track, this bar plays the mystery, the underground and the magic of spontaneous encounters. The interior is dimly lit - just the glow of a blue neon light - as if you were underwater. You will frequent this establishment for a moment out of this world. Music of course adds to the atmosphere. And once is not customary, we will advise you to take a tour in the surrealist toilets of this extraordinary place. As for drinks, dare exoticism and creative cocktails.

CCAC for Cigars Ale Scotch Café. This is the program of this establishment created in 2013. Combine beer, scotch whisky and coffee with cigars: and why not? That's what the two managers, who are used to these weddings, said to each other before they started. That, and that they wanted to change their lives. And also that they wanted to propose something new. On the cigar side, the selection goes to the best Cuban cigars, classic or surprising. As for beer, whisky and coffee, excellence is also required for a real hedonistic tasting.

This Wetherspoon pub has been set up in a beautiful granite building and is named after the local architect Archibald Simpson, who designed it. It was once the headquarters of a bank and the interior has retained many of the beautiful features of days gone by in its high ceilinged room. At the counter there are 12real ales on display, honouring many Scottish breweries at the best possible price in town. The menu, which includes snack and pub food, is wide brewed and offers vegetarian, light, gluten free options...

The world-famous Scottish brewery Brew Dog was born in Aberdeen and it is only natural that it has one of its best bars there. The interior is quite classic in the spirit of the brand, with lots of wood, metal, stone and small lanterns hanging from the ceiling. There are about fifteen different pressures available. You hesitate between several beers? Ask to taste them... And if you're hungry, know that their pizzas are delicious and, like the great restaurants that match food and wine, you can match pizzas and beers.

Opened in 2012, the superb St Andrews micro-brewery here runs an excellent pub that is both typical and trendy. The long space is very cosy and wood dominates both the floor and the counter. There are 16 draught beers, many of them from the house. There are also more than 170 different bottled beers, about 30 whiskys and bourbons, and as many gins. Lovers of real ales won't pass by. You can also taste food in the pub food spirit, very correct and good value for money.

19 Crepes&Coffee is a newcomer to Elgin and it has made its mark. Generosity and creativity are at the forefront here. The café combines Scottish and French inspirations through a menu of savory and sweet snacks. On the menu, pancakes of course, like our Breton pancakes, but also paninis, salads, cakes, scones, waffles, hot chocolates, identical coffees... You can also taste a "full Scottish breakfast" and, on the salty side, paninis with haggis. Why not dare to discover?

This cocktail bar plunges you into a Caribbean atmosphere with compositions mixing exoticism and rum. Here, rum and sugar cane-based alcohols are in the spotlight, through a wide selection of spirits and delicious compositions. In fact, the winner of the 2018 Monin Cup for Scotland's Best Bartender officiates in this discreet, even secret establishment, whose address spreads like wildfire. The prices are affordable, the atmosphere is friendly and the music adds to the warmth of the place.

Once you've found this bar - hint: it's almost invisible, and to find it you'll have to look down and spot a light on a door - you'll want to go back. This cocktail bar is one of Dundee's secret bars . It offers a nice menu of classic and inventive cocktails, in a stylish decor and a soundtrack from the 1930s... and the speakeasy trend (American speakeasy, during the prohibition period). The atmosphere is friendly and the staff very nice.

Local, freshly prepared food: that's what this friendly tea shop and restaurant believes in. That, and also that the products from Scotland are the best in the world. We will gladly prove them right! Everything here is simple and good. The menu and the suggestions change regularly, according to the seasons and the inspirations in the kitchen. Everything served is homemade, even jams, chutneys... Coffee and tea are also locally sourced: teas from Braithwaites (Dundee) and coffee from CG Coffee (Glasgow).

This old ship is far from being a newcomer to Perth... as it is the oldest pub in the city, dating back to 1665. For several centuries it has been hidden away in the old High Street, a few steps from the Tay River, out of sight. This traditional pub is known and appreciated for its friendly and authentic welcome, but also, of course, for its Cask Ales, its impressive collection of gins (more than 250), but also its numerous whiskies. It is also a high place for sports broadcasts: the place to be on match evenings.

The Fierce Bar is dedicated to offering you the best experience in a warm and welcoming pub. No less than 20 tap beers are served at the bar, in the Fierce range, but also BrewDog, Tiny Rebel, Wiper & True... The staff will be delighted to help you discover beers you don't know, by investigating, according to your tastes, to find the one that will hit the spot. You will also have the choice among a nice list of local spirits. Hungry? Excellent salty or sweet snacks will delight you.

The establishment, which opened in January 2019, has made its way into Dundee's top 5 trendiest bars in just a few short months. This success is the result of word-of-mouth, which boasts an excellent address because it is original and stylish, as well as friendly. The Blue Room offers the art of cocktails and Italian-style flavours... Not just any cocktails, authentic flavours, made from the best products and the work of passionate and expert craftsmen. Aperitif, cocktail, afternoon tea: you will find something to delight you!

Brewdog: all you have to do is say the name of this brewery to convince people to go for a walk in its pub. The atmosphere is in tune with the brand. The decor combines modernity, industrial spirit and punk universe to create a space where everyone feels good, no matter what their age or look. The bar offers a very large number of beers. Are you hesitating? Ask for advice and ask to taste! As well as a menu of delicious pizzas, freely inspired by international culture, and prepared from fresh, local products, rigorously selected.

This coffee isn't just coffee... Located in the charming setting of a water mill, it is also a bookstore and an art gallery. A cosy and cultural place, warm and relaxed, it is one of those establishments where you could spend several hours. You will find freshly ground coffee, teas of course, homemade cakes, sandwiches and soups of the day. In the summer, a sunny terrace pushes the walls and offers another beautiful space to take your time.