Cocktail Bar / Aperitivo Food at Bittersweet

Cocktail Bar
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Whole venue
24 Henderson Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6BS
Leith, Edinburgh

About this space

Bittersweet is a compact cocktail bar defined by an intimate, low-ceiling layout that keeps groups close and conversational.

Design: The interior pairs dark-painted walls and exposed brick with warm timber flooring and low, close-set ceilings. The fit-out features neon signage, hanging plants and low-level string lighting that keeps sightlines tight and the room intimate.

Features: The venue has a staffed, full-length bar with counter seating and additional high tables. Music arrangements can be handled by your own playlist or a hired DJ; a PA system and speakers are available and a noise restriction applies. The space also provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and natural light, and accessibility features include a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets for wheelchair users.

Ideal for: Small social groups or work teams seeking a relaxed, sociable standing-or-seated drinks gathering.

What sets it apart: A compact, counter-led interior creates a concentrated social layout where the bar becomes the room’s focal point.

What guests say: The space is intimate and characterful, and the layout supports close, conversational gatherings.


Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
17:00 – 23:00
from £45 hire fee per day
Per day
17:00 – 23:00
from £45 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 45
Dining
up to 12

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegetarian menu
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Mirrors
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

• No smoking in the building.


About Bittersweet

Bittersweet is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Location

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