The Tourmalet is one of my favourite pubs in Edinburgh. With a quaint European atmosphere, this pub has a cycling theme. There are two rooms: one larger room with a long bar, big orange curtains, a fish tank full of tropical fish, numerous coffee table style books with subjects from international city scapes, how to build your own bike and travel guides, a mini pool table and an interesting collection of corks lining the ledges along the walls; and a smaller room near the toilets featuring a ceiling plastered with maps. It is one of the more visually interesting pubs and in my opinion a hidden gem just off Leith Walk. The owners/bartenders are friendly and I always feel like I'm in a laid-back atmosphere at a friend's rather than in a pub. I also like that some patrons bring their dogs in for a visit as well. The bar itself serves a range of German beers that are imported, plus all the usual ciders (namely Bulmer's), liquor and draught beers. One of the many things I enjoy about this pub is that they have seasonal beers, i.e. they had German Oktoberfest beers in September-November and German Christmas beers over the festive period. Prices are quite reasonable and definitely on par with anything trendy you'll find in the city. If you are looking to try a pub with a cozy atmosphere that is a little off the beaten path I highly recommend Tourmalet on the corner of Buchanan and Iona Streets!
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