St Andrews's coolest bars are the ones with a story or something to do. These are the St Andrews Cocktail Week partners worth a visit when you want more than a drink.
| Bar | What it is | Fri and Sat until |
|---|---|---|
| Dook Cafe The Scores and the Old Course | Beach cafe | 5pm |
| Forgan's South Street, Market Street and North Street | Restaurant and bar | 1am |
| Hotel Du Vin The Scores and the Old Course | Hotel bar | midnight |
| One Under Bar The Scores and the Old Course | Hotel bar | midnight |
| Rufflets Around St Andrews | Country house hotel bar | midnight |
| The Bothy South Street, Market Street and North Street | Bistro | 11pm |
| The Hide South Street, Market Street and North Street | Bar | midnight |
| The Niblick Restaurant & Bar The Scores and the Old Course | Restaurant and bar | Not listed |
Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.
Spin and we'll pick one of the 8 St Andrews bars on this page.
The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 12 minutes on foot in total.
Numbers match the bars below. Tap a pin for the name.
A cafe at the West Sands, the beach from Chariots of Fire.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureEspresso Martini Kahlua, Absolute Vodka, Machina Expresso
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 9am to 5pm
West Sands Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9JD
A skylit, industrial-style restaurant on Market Street with grill and European dishes from sustainable produce, and ceilidh nights.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureIrish Goodbye Jameson Black Barrel, Kahlua, Caramel, Espresso
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 10:30pm, Fri noon to midnight, Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 10:30pm
110 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PB
The plush bar at Hotel du Vin on The Scores, with sea views.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureItalian Spring Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Mint
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours
40 The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AS
The bar at Rusacks hotel, by the Old Course.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureTartan Clover Jameson Black Barrel, Sugar Syrup, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri and Sat noon to midnight, Sun noon to 6pm
Rusacks, Pilmour Links, St Andrews, KY16 9JQ
The cosy bar at Rufflets, a turreted country house hotel with gardens, just outside town.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signature1924 Beefeater Gin, Cucumber and Verbena Syrup, Elderflower Presse
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours
Strathkinness Low Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9TX
A colourful bistro over two floors on Church Square, with a menu built on local produce.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureGrapefruit Spritz Malfy Rosa, Grapefruit Liqueur, Raspberry & Rose Soda, Prosecco
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 10pm, Thu to Sat noon to 11pm, Sun noon to 10pm
3 Church Square, St Andrews, KY16 9NN
The bar at Mitchell's on Market Street, with music.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureCarajillo Altos Blanco, Vanilla Liqueur, Cold Brew, Dalgona Foam, Grated Chocolate
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 10am to 10pm, Fri and Sat 10am to midnight, Sun 10am to 10pm
111 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PB
A restaurant and bar on the first floor of the R&A World Golf Museum, by the Old Course.
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatureCaramel Espresso Martini Absolute Vanilla Vodka, Baileys, Double Shot Espresso, Carmel Syrup, Salted Chocolate
R&A World Golf Museum, St Andrews, KY16 9AB
Start with Dook Cafe, Forgan's, Hotel Du Vin, One Under Bar, Rufflets and The Bothy.
Most are. One Under Bar is closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.
Yes. The Bothy, Forgan's, The Hide, Hotel Du Vin and The Niblick Restaurant & Bar are about 12 minutes' walk end to end, in that order. The walking route is on this page.
The next St Andrews Cocktail Week runs 12 to 21 March 2027. Signature cocktails start from £5 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.
Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and St Andrews's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.
The next St Andrews Cocktail Week runs 12 to 21 March 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £5 in bars across St Andrews, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.
Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025. The cocktails named are the St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.
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