Bars · Edinburgh
The Shakespeare is a traditional Edinburgh pub with classic pub food and live sport on, and there's outdoor seating if you'd rather settle in away from the busier indoor crowd. With a 4.1 rating across nearly 2,000 reviews, it's an easy spot to grab a relaxed bite as a family.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
A well-rated central Edinburgh bar with outdoor seating, easy on the budget at ££ for a relaxed family stop.
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