Spry is a relaxed wine bar and bottle shop in central Edinburgh that champions natural wines and quietly confident cooking. Set on Haddington Place, just off Leith Walk, it offers a calm, easygoing space for enjoying a glass of wine, settling into a meal or picking up a bottle to take home. Since opening in 2019, it has become a trusted local favourite for those who appreciate good wine, unfussy food and a thoughtful approach to hospitality.
The space is clean and understated, with shelves of wine lining the walls, a central kitchen and bar area, and warm wood tones that give it a welcoming feel. The atmosphere is deliberately pared back, letting the food and drink do the talking. There’s seating across the ground floor and a downstairs café and bakery called Ante, which runs during the day and supplies the bar with fresh sourdough and baked goods.
The wine list focuses on low-intervention, organic and biodynamic bottles, sourced from small producers across Europe and beyond. The team are friendly and informed, offering guidance without any fuss or formality. Wines are available by the glass, or from the shop selection with a corkage charge, making it just as appealing for a casual drink as a longer evening.
Food at Spry is led by the seasons, with a short daily menu of small plates. Dishes are carefully put together without being overworked, often highlighting one or two key ingredients. Past menus have featured kohlrabi with dill and mustard, cured trout with sauce vierge, and handmade egg raviolo with chanterelles and cheese. A dessert or two rounds out the offering, such as dark chocolate mousse with fruit compote or a scoop of simple ice cream.
Spry is the kind of place that doesn’t shout for attention. It’s quietly sure of itself, offering well-chosen wine, honest food and a setting that encourages you to slow down and enjoy both.