From local boozers and sports pubs, to fashionable cocktail and gin bars, there’s no doubt that the humble pub is very much part of the Scottish urban landscape.
It’s not just about a place to have a quick pint or glass of wine – pubs are often the centre of their community, offering affordable food and non-alcoholic drink options.
And in a time of soaring bills, they provide a warm venue for quizzes, book clubs and special events.
So we thought we’d have a look at the best two pubs in each of our cities – including Dunfermline, which was awarded city status last year as part of Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee celebrations.
Here are which pubs made the grade according to Tripadvisor – and what reviewers loved about them.
And in a time of soaring bills, they provide a warm venue for quizzes, book clubs and special events.