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NIGHT OF THE WEEK: 

The Christmas pre-club experience at The Dome

 Dress Code: Smart, sharp and stylish.

Music: Ambient background.

CLUBBING at Christmas is all about having a rip-roaring good time, with all the trimmings. So, what better way to start off an evening than by immersing yourself in the ultimate festive atmosphere? Cue Edinburgh’s best pre-club Christmas venue, The Dome.

Now famed the world over for its lavish Christmas decorations, The Dome is an unmissable winter wonderland at this time of year. Iconic stone columns, decorated by twinkling fairy lights, set it apart from anything else at the east end of George Street and make it impossible to pass by.

Inside, the twin staircases and grand chandelier in the magnificent hall set the tone for what lies in store.
However, for all the theatricality on display, the main talking point of The Dome at Christmas is always the colossal centre piece of the inspired decoration - a dazzlingly beautiful Christmas tree, which dominates the main bar. It glows brightly in contrast to the warm surrounding ambience, looking every bit majestic as you’d expect.

Time now to spoil yourself. Champers anyone? Once in the mood to party, check out the wine list, it’s exceptionally good. The sauvignon blanc is an ideal tipple after the Champagne. The Tempranillo, crisp, rose, and refreshing. For serious red lovers, it has to be the Chateauneauf-du-Pape. That said, you could just as easily work your way through the house selection, as the bar is set high from the off.

If you want to set yourself up for the evening ahead, book a table in advance for one of The Dome’s two dinning experiences. The Grill Room is a lavish and 1930’s affair, the quieter Club Room more modern. Well presented, the food excels. Try the salmon, beef, or sirloin steak - unrivalled, it’s hung for 28 days and cooked to perfection.The Dome also boasts friendly, attentive waiting staff who easily make you feel like the most important person in the room. A perfect place then to spend the evening before a night in one of George Street’s clubs, and perfectly situated for the Opal Lounge, Po Na Na, and Lulu. 

Give it a try, you’ll not be disappointed.

The Dome, George Street, 10am-1am, 0131-624 8624

Words: GRANT PATERSON