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The Advocate is a vibrant pub located in Edinburgh Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! Visit us, we can't wait to welcome you.
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Stop for a pint at the Advocate, a charming pub in Edinburgh's Old Town. This unique venue became a pub in the 90s, and has been a popular favourite for locals and tourists for many years. You can enjoy a pint of Belhaven Best or one of our many drinks available. And why not pair them with pub classics from our extensive menu range whilst visiting with friends and family. Sports fans are well catered to, with all the live sports shown across Sky Sports and TNT Sports, while dogs are always welcome – who doesn’t love a dog-friendly pub? We're proud to offer disabled facilities, have free Wi-Fi and a family-friendly welcome.

30/10/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN WITH A SOUNDTRACK! 🎸🦇

Saturday night is getting spooky at The Advocate, and we’re turning up the volume with Cherry Red joining us for an evening of live music! 🖤

Expect great tunes, plenty of Halloween atmosphere and a Saturday night worth getting out for.

🎸 Cherry Red – Live from 9pm
📅 Saturday 31st October
📍 The Advocate, Hunter Square

Gather your ghouls, grab a drink and join us for a frightfully good night! 🕸️🍻

30/10/2026

🎄✨ IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR! ✨🎄

Our brand-new festive menu has officially arrived at The Advocate! 🥂

From comforting classics to delicious seasonal favourites, we’ve got everything you need to get into the Christmas spirit. Whether you’re joining us for a festive lunch, a catch-up with friends or a Christmas celebration, we’ve got a table waiting for you! ❤️

🎅 Gather your favourite people, leave the cooking to us and let the festivities begin!

📍 The Advocate, Hunter Square, Edinburgh
📅 Book your table now and celebrate Christmas with us!

23/10/2026

LAST CHANCE TO WIN a bottle of the limited edition Laphroaig 14 Year Old Willem Dafoe Wh**ky edition to enjoy at home! Simply enter using the link for your chance to win: https://www.belhaven.co.uk/competitions/malt-of-the-month

And don't forget to try out Malt of the Month, the full-bodied and smooth Laphroaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch. Every sip unleashes a signature smokiness, with hints of seaweed and a surprising, lingering sweetness 🥃

T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Drink Responsibly. See the website for full terms.

21/10/2026

‼️TONIGHT‼️
After last weeks lovely launch of our open mic night we are back again!
Sign up is from 8.30pm with the open mic starting at 9pm. A house guitar and mic is provided! Come on down and join in the fun!
Hopefully see you there!

20/10/2026

🎄✨ ’TIS THE SEASON AT THE ADVOCATE! ✨🎄

The festive season is calling, and we’re ready to celebrate! 🥂🎅

Whether you’re planning your work Christmas party, a festive get-together with friends, or a long overdue catch-up over a few drinks, we’ve got you covered! ❤️

🎁 Christmas bookings are NOW OPEN! 🎁

Gather your favourite people, get into the festive spirit, and let us take care of the rest. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂

16/10/2026

Tomorrow night we will be welcoming back the fantastic iona rita to bring some tunes to the pub! 🕺
Starting at 9pm, make sure to come along! 🍻

12/10/2026

This Wednesday marks the start of The Advocate open mic night!
Are you a musician in Edinburgh that’s looking to meet like minded people?
Come on down to the advocate this Wednesday for the first of many open mics!
Any and all skill levels welcome, house guitar available. We shall see you there!

09/10/2026

Love pubs? We need your support!

Hospitality brings communities together, but right now three hospitality business are closing every day. That’s why we're backing the call to cut VAT for hospitality from 20% to 10% and help secure the future of the sector.

Nearly 400,000 people have already signed. Now it's your turn.

📲 Scan the QR code or visit vatstheproblem.co.uk to add your name.

09/10/2026

October's Malt Of The Month is the full-bodied and smooth Laphroaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch. Every sip unleashes a signature smokiness, with hints of seaweed and a surprising, lingering sweetness. Perfect for the colder autumnal month ahead 🥃🍂

WIN a bottle of the limited edition Laphroaig 14 Year Old Willem Dafoe Wh**ky edition to enjoy at home! Simply enter using the link for your chance to win: https://www.belhaven.co.uk/competitions/malt-of-the-month

T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Drink Responsibly. See the website for full terms.

03/10/2026

Looking for somewhere to kick off your Saturday night? Join us tonight for live music from Roadhouse from 9pm! 🎶

Grab your mates, grab a drink and settle in for a great night of live music in the heart of Edinburgh. 🍻

📍 The Advocate, Edinburgh
🎤 Live music from Roadhouse
🕘 From 9pm tonight

See you at the bar! 🍻🎶

Address

7 Hunter Square
Edinburgh
EH11QW

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 12am
Tuesday	11am - 12am
Wednesday	11am - 12am
Thursday	11am - 12am
Friday	11am - 12am
Saturday	11am - 12am
Sunday	11am - 12am

Website

https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/edinburgh/advocate?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=locations&utm_campaign=UC_pubpage

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