Frizzante in Edinburgh, City of

Fantastic food. Great friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. It was lovely that the staff went out of there way to speak to us and make us feel welcome.

Excellent food, great attentive staff who delivered brilliant service. Did I mention how good the food was…..? From the bruschetta, mozzarella carpaccio, to the buffalo ravioli (yes, really!) or the spaghetti bolognaise. P.s. don’t even get me started on the tiramisu or the cannolis. Simply the best Italian food I have eaten in a long while. Brilliant.

What a find! From the front the restaurant looks fine but there is plenty of room through the back. We got a two seater booth in the front and it was perfect. The staff were brilliant with us and the food and drinks were delicious and were served quickly. We halved a prosciutto and rocket pizza, and a wild boar ravioli with a sausage and tomato sauce. For desert we shared a tiramisu. Every part of the meal was homemade and was delicious. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in Edinburgh!

Thought the food was overpriced had to ask for more bread as they were a bit stingy with the slices …. and remember to look at the wine list before ordering we had a bottle of Pinot Grigio which cost £40 which was very overpriced

Very friendly and convivial surroundings . Excellent food will definitely come back. It's the first time in an Italian restaurant that my husband cleared his plate.

Food was good but a bit pricy and felt that they are a bit racist, not nice and smile to specific race

Sorry to say, but the food was absolutely not authentic and also of low quality. The "panzerotti" were instead potato crochette, even cold ! Pizza looks like frozen from supermarket. Waiters were quite rude also. Not raccomended

Fantastic restaurant with lovely staff, am Inferno pizza that is actually hot, and the manager has the most wonderful taste in shirts. A complete gem.

Great little family restaurant we chose when away on business and would highly recommend. Food was superb, fresh and authentic and the restaurant created a great atmosphere. The only thing I would criticise is that I had a carbonara which was lovely except they used bacon not pancetta so list a little authenticity

This experience was awful! The server’s behavior was outrageous—blatantly rude and even racist. That’s just unbelievable. Demanding that everyone order a pizza and garlic bread or leave was shocking; it felt like he was trying to bully us into buying an overpriced meal. We were ordering one pizza and a bruschetta to share among four people, along with about eight drinks. Plus, two of our friends who were already there had ordered full meals, so it wasn’t a small order by any means. This was, without a doubt, the worst service I’ve ever encountered anywhere in the world. No wonder we skipped dessert and left immediately! Who treats customers like that? In the hospitality business, you might have good food and a venue, but arrogance is never acceptable

You don't write Italy in vain!!!! Spaghetti carbonara was anything but carbonara. I almost cried! I am offended, for myself and for my nation.

Wonderful authentic evening of amazing food, great ambience and wonderful staff. Would highly recommend!!

Stumbled upon this restaurant when walking back to our hotel. I couldn't have been happier to find it the most friendliest staff and the food is just stunning. The service was delightful they seemed so happy to have you there. The food was so tasty. Don't hesitate, just book.

Loved loved LOVED this place and the meal. The staff were absolutely fantastic and very attentive. I got a special on the menu and it was some of the best pasta I've had in a while. We had the baked Brie with mango dip to start and loved that pairing. Then finished it off with the tiramisu and limoncello. It was the best meal I've had in awhile.

I've been coming here for years, I can safely say I've never had a bad meal and I've always left with a smile on my face.

We stopped here looking for a break from the usual pub fare and VERY GLAD we stopped here. BEST pizza we’ve ever had with thin crispy crust that was perfect. We also had some excellent Sicilian red wine and topped it off with dessert. If you are looking for Italian including pizza stop here!

What a fantastic find ! Lovely place and the food is to die for. Lovely friendly people who made a perfect evening for hubbies birthday

A really nice italian restaurant had a lovey meal the service was fab. It was really cosy inside . Can't wait to come back .

Visited on a Friday at 5pm, for a meal, before a show, think it opens at that time. We had excellent service from the start, from drinks orders to food options, to curiosity about the photographs on the walls, our waiter was a 5 star option. The food, both quality and flavours were incredible, the pizza base WAS, to die for. Then the Veal arrived in a creamy mushroom and garlic sauce, which was AMAZING!. Would not hesitate to revist again, it certainly made our night all the more special, thank you the team at Frizzante Proseccheria for an memorable dining experience. We ALMOST visited a chain nearby we were so delighted we didn't, I cannot recommend this place highly enough, the kitchen team must work flat out when busy, a big thank you to them too.

Had a lovely meal and service was fantastic . The food was delicious and was a excellent standard . Can't wait to come back again .

Visited here this evening for a meal before a show at the Usher Hall. Lovely food- I had the pepperoni pizza which was delicious but the pasta dishes looked fantastic also ! Staff were super friendly and very lovely. We will be back!

Good menu selection, with something for all tastes. The mains we chose were very tasty, hot and just the right amount. Staff were friendly and approachable, with a genuine feel to the decor.

Went there with my work colleagues for lunch. Food was very average - we had pizza and lasagna. There was no plant based milk only cow's milk for coffee, one of our cups was slightly dirty and apparently there was no handwash in the male bathroom. I have been to quite a few Italian restaurants in Edinburgh, this was unfortunately the worst, will never go back.

We wanted to drink a bottle of wine in the evening. The boss expelled us from the restaurant saying that he sells food.

I was there with my mum on Monday as she had to get her car repaired and we re from West Coast aka Glasgow this place was actually pretty nice we ordered 2 pastas and minestrone soup to share and the soup was fantastic we both enjoyed it very much but the pastas were just okay a pasta Al pollo and penne arrabiatta. The pasta was slightly undercooked and the sauce lacked seasoning, me and my mum both had to season it to give it more flavour... Overall though was a pretty nice experience I just recommend you cook pasta more thoroughly and season your sauces a bit more other than that I enjoyed myself here and if I'm in Edinburgh again I may pay another visit to try again

Uncertain about how anyone could call this an authentic Italian place. Besides the odd Italian staff member, the food is definitely not. The pizza is far from Napoletan, there's too much cream in everything. The carbonara bears no resemblance to the actual dish, with no pecorino or guanciale in sight, only ham (yes, the honey wafer thin kind), and cream. I asked the owner for an authentic dessert, they recommended the tiramisu, which didn't have savoiardi, nor mascarpone, nor espresso. It had whipped cream and chocolate sauce? Your nonna would cry if they were served this sorry excuse for a tiramisu at an Italian restaurant, for 8 quid!!! You can get more authentic Italian food at Sainsbury's finest, genuinely. Save your money and your patience. The waiting staff was authentic Italian in that they didn't care too much, the glasses had lipstick marks and stains from a poor dishwasher, and generally everything is overpriced. How this place has almost a 5 star rating is honestly shocking. Has no one ever actually eaten Italian food, in Italy? Don't waste your time nor money.

Frizzante is a truly fantastic wee family run restaurant. Myself and a colleague go there every Monday for our lunch and every time we go we are greeted with the BEST service and INCREDIBLE food. The pizzas are exremely fresh, and the pasta sauces are incredibly tasty and moreish. The prices are very reasonable and I would highly recommend here to anyone looking for a gorgeous lunch / dinner you will not be disappointed.

My husband was craving pasta so this had rave reviews decided to walk over from our hotel. The restaurant screams authentic Italian. We were able to get seated immediately and greeted with what we wanted to drink the water is served in the prettiest blue glass bottles. The menu is limited with some dishes not offering pasta with it at all, got penne pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with added chicken and spaghetti bolognese and a side of garlic bread. Sadly the garlic bread was the best part of the meal. Just kind of boring flavor. Forgot to even bother taking pics. The penne all you could taste was the chili spice and the bolognese tasted like a basic pasta sauce not much flavor. We were both disappointed especially after seeing such glowing reviews. Are we eating the same food? And the tiramisu is not very good and is drowning in cocoa powder way too thick. I don’t like leaving less than 5 star reviews but had to stay honest with my opinions here.

Wow! Amazing place,nice atmosphere. Lovely,lovely owners,the owner was at our table few times speaking and joking with us,seemed he liked us 😊🤗 and the food? Yummm! Had one of the best pizzas ever! 🍕🍕🍕 Food reasonably priced. Highly recommend going there, if I will be in Edinburgh again,will definitely go back there 🤌🤤 PS pizza I had when in Rome,was actually one of the worst so this one miles away from its origin,made to the top and showed it's all about the effort ;) well done kitchen staff, warmest greetings to the owners - keep up the good work 👌 viva Italia 💚🤍❤️

My husband and I went before a show in Usher Hall. The food was blend. But that was nothing in comparison to the fact that I gave 2 bills of 50 pounds to cover a bill of 51 pounds. The waitress gave change from 60. When I protested, they made me out to be who knows what. I practically got thrown out of there by someone who appeared to be the owner or son of owner. Scarry rude guy. Terrible experience. Don't go there.

Great food and super nice waiters.

Great service fantastic food with a great atmosphere and brilliant staff

From the time we stepped in the door we were treated like family & the food was SPECTACULAR!

Olivia and the team couldn't have been more welcoming, warm and attentive. So helpful with pointing out allergen information and wine pairing. Food was absolutely phenomenal and just hit the spot. Great atmosphere and happy staff are always a good sign! We'll be seeing you molto presto!

we walked in off the street and they treated us like family!! it was awesome

Fantastic family owned Italian restaurant

We arrived at eight o'clock in the evening, and the waiter was looking for a suitable place for us and asked to sit outside the restaurant. Meanwhile, a man who appeared to be the restaurant manager or owner, who appeared to be Italian, kissed him and told him to inform him that the kitchen was closed, which is not true. The racism appears from his facial expressions 😡😡😡😡😡

Truly one of the worst dining experiences of my life. Not one thing was positive about the dinner except the nice female server. But even she disappeared about stopping by the table twice to take our order. The restaurant itself is very claustrophobic and run down. I don’t think they’ve put one dollar into renovating any of the wickedly old restaurant. Seats are worn out. Tables are beat up. Decor is dated and sad. Cutlery is cheap and dinged up. That being said, the food and the service is where things went from bad to worse. When we walked in my girlfriend was put off by our small table, where servers barely had room to walk by you without hitting your elbows. I told her that the food was probably much better since it is an old Italian family run restaurant. Boy was I wrong. I’ve never been to a restaurant that phones it in more than this one. All the food was atrociously bad. It’s almost like they lied about being Italian. My salad’s produce was wilted and not very fresh. The tomatoes were an absolute joke. Cold, bland, and tasteless. Which makes no sense because everywhere I drove through the UK I could find amazing tomatoes at farmer stands and stores. So they are clearly not putting any money towards good ingredients. Cheap. They provide the table with oil and vinegar which was the first sign that we were in for a bumpy ride. The “olive oil” was almost crystal clear with zero taste. It clearly wasn’t olive oil and instead Canola oil. I asked one of the male servers if I could get a side of olive oil and he told me that the oil in the dispenser on the table was their olive oil. I was dumbfounded by this and asked him for the good olive oil that they cook with and he said that the oil on the table was the oil they cooked with. Once again. Cheap. The main courses finally arrive after a long wait and the pasta was not even on par with elementary school cafeteria pasta and the pizza was even worse. Totally bland. The ingredients once again were trash. Cheap. To call it Italian food is laughable at best. And then the atrocious service. The owner of the restaurant was there, walking past our table a million times but never once addressed us until the very end when I asked for change so I could tip. Both he and the other elderly male server would rush every conversation to the point where it felt like we were bothering them. And believe me I was super polite and kind through the whole process. Every time I asked for anything, I could never get my full request out because the server would run off while I was still talking. Extremely rude and dismissive. My girlfriend and I had pizza at the shopping mall the next day and the pizza was 100 times better. And this was a chain in a mall. Save yourself the money and frustration and AVOID this restaurant unless you want to be scammed into buying a lot of cheap and tasteless food by rude people. Such a joke.

Amazing food, great family feel, and well priced.

Best Italian restaurant in Edinburgh. The bruschetta was one of the best I’ve ever tasted outside of Italy !

Unexpectedly in the heart of Edinburgh, a piece of home. A real Italian restaurant with super nice and kind staff and owner. A big hello also to the great cook. Mara, Andrea and Amelia

Had the misfortune of eating here yesterday. 8 of us before the show next door at the Usher Hall. I could go into greater detail but can`t be bothered. But am not sure what region of Italy the carbonara I had came from but it was nowhere I`ve ever been. The meat content was minimal and the pecorino content was missing completely, as was the egg yolk. A tiny few bits of some kind of bacon and a shoot load of cream. Tiny portion of spaghetti and loads of cream. Nothing like carbonara and would have sent it back if wasn`t starving. The waitress begging for tips in cash so the house didn`t trouser them wasn`t a great look either. Thankfully we`ll never be in here again, it was shyte.

Our concierge recommended this restaurant and it didn’t disappoint. If you want authentic Italian this is the place. One of the specials was black ravioli with prawns and it was amazing. Everyone in our group of 7 had something they enjoyed.

My first visit to Frizzante and it won't be the last. Such a friendly restaurant with a delicious menu and the host Pasquale was a joy to meet.

Always a great experience here with terrific Italian food and service. This is our regular go to restaurant when we are looking for an Italian meal

Excellent staff and service and good food and drink. Good location in Edinburgh for theatres etc and easy to get to. We have been there many times.

Lovely food and friendly service. A warm welcome from the moment you step through the door! Very relaxed atmosphere and authentic delicious food!

I've never encountered such a fantastic and fabulous experience! The staff were so happy and efficient, I half expected them to start doing synchronized dances while serving. The mozzarella? It melted like candy – so fresh and perfectly put together, it probably deserves its own fan club. And the homemade dessert? Let's just say it was so out of this world, NASA might need to investigate. If we ever find ourselves in Edinburgh again, we'll definitely be heading straight back to this true gem.

Very average pizza and pasta. I don’t think they’re worth the price.

Place needs a bit of refurbished. Starter was ok, deep fried calamari, caprese and deep fried brie with mango dip. Mango dip taste a bit off. Mains was much better, pizza, clam linguine and lasagna. Everything was delicious. Dessert, tiramisu and bake New York cheesecake both was good. Would like to come back try other main courses.

Disgusting food, carbonara swimming in cream, disgrace to call it Italian.

A truly family place. If you feel like you need some extra warmth, come here. I happened to come here on a calm and windy Wednesday early evening and I leave this place full of love 😍

Congratulations, everything was delicious... thanks to your Chef Giulia Luongo

Congratulations to chef Giulia Longo

Quick service, wonderful authentic Italian cuisine, friendly service

I love the place and I can't forget the taste ❤️❤️❤️

Delicious restaurant, food delivered quickly, friendly service...

Lovely restaurant! Best meal we had during our travels through Paris, London, Inverness, Dublin and Edinburgh!

Owners are lovely people with some much knowledge and experience to share. Food was also really good. Thank you!

such a beautiful place to go have the best food i’ve ever had. Owner was amazing and so lovely to have a chat with highly recommended the carbonara i will be back so many times for this alone

Rude and unprofessional customer service.

Top tent! Good food, great service, cozy atmosphere.

Would recommend for a wonderful authentic Italian meal and friendly service

Food was great! Service was great as well! Staff is curtious and accommodating.

Great service, fantastic atmosphere, and the food .... at the perfection!👌

Rude server with terrible pizza. Do not recommend, there are better pizza out here

Amazing authentic Italian food with a varied menu and delicious. Welcoming family run restaurant with a warm and vibrant atmosphere. I can't recommend this restaurant enough.

We had a fabulous meal in here before a gig at the Usher Hall. Nothing was too much trouble as we asked for a change in a dish and they provided it as we wished . If you are in Lothian Road and fancy a delicious meal then look no further you won't be disappointed I can assure you of that

The food was fantastic, the service outstanding. We exchanged with staff on dreams about SAFARIS in Africa (yes, do it asap) and Paqualr's colourful past. Not the usual Italian restaurant, it takes you right to the heart of Italy. Bravo Frizzante Prosecco team!!!!!!

This restaurant is a fantastic spot to bring family and friends. Warm relaxing atmosphere. All the staff are extremely friendly and do their best to make your stay enjoyable.

Very friendly and patient Italian staff. We had spaghetti carbonara and pizza. The pasta was very good, the pizza crust was thin, to our taste. A little pricey, but we ate well. Perfect proportions.

Having broken down right outside I used their facilities, and had a lovely chat with the staff/owner. A few hours later I went to get something to eat... mistake! I had hoped for fresh generous family Italian type food.. nothing could have been further from what I got and was charged £14.50 for this take away. So disappointing to see this kind of thing happen. It only made me more hangry.. shame on you 😔

Nice little spot. Lovely setting, tasty food, quick service and kind staff. Accommodating on allergies. Great spot for a date or a family dinner!

Lovely food with excellent friendly service. Very authentic Italian family run restaurant. Nice relaxed atmosphere too.

Very nice people, felt very looked after, food was very nice, price was also very reasonable.

Good place Reasonably priced considering it’s location .Busy place so booking is recommended.A traditional Italian.

Nice restaurant for Authentic Italian food. Service was good and the food was nice. The staff were very efficient, friendly and professional.

Frizzante Proseccheria offers a taste of authentic Italy in Edinburgh. We were thoroughly impressed with the food. It was clear the ingredients were fresh and high-quality, and the dishes were prepared with care. However, the service wasn't quite on par with the food. While it wasn't bad by any means, it wasn't exceptional either. A little more attentiveness from the waitstaff would have elevated the overall experience. Overall, Frizzante Proseccheria is a good option for delicious Italian food. Just be prepared for service that might be average

The boss gave us a warm welcome and then we were served the most delicious food...and plenty of it. What a wonderful occasion.

Terrific seafood, lovely and very prompt services, excellent value. Thank you!

The best pizza I have ever eaten !!!! Love the dough and you can taste the sauce which is juicy instead of dry . It was absolutely perfect!!! I'll be back !

Great authentic Italian food in a lovely atmosphere, served by friendly staff. Would definitely recommend you try when in Edinburgh

Wonderful little restaurant with incredible authentic Italian food. My girlfriend and I first visited three years ago and we recently visited again while in Edinburgh and went out of our way to return because the people, food, and atmosphere was so lovely and it was just as good again this time round, we will be back I'm sure on our next visit to Edinburgh. Great authentic pizza just like you'd see in Italy, high quality ingredients and an owner and staff who really care about the service they provide. We love Italy and it felt like we were back there for an evening!

Delicious food, friendly staff, can’t fault it.

The food was excellent so tasty. Love the staff so friendly and attentive. Overall an excellent experience, we shall be back.

This place was phenomenal. The service was great the drinks were great and best of all the food was fantastic. Definitely recommend stopping here when you come to Edinburgh!!

Amazing authentic Italian in the heart of Edinburgh! We first came here 4 years ago on our first trip to Edinburgh and knew we’d be back when we got the chance! So when my partner booked us a trip to Edinburgh for my birthday we knew where to go! The food, service and atmosphere is all 10/10! The staff are all friendly, happy and accommodating, the food and drink are all well priced and freshly made! Much better than any Italian chain! Price is super competitive for the service and quality you receive! Can’t wait to return next time we’re in Edinburgh!

Fantastic restaurant which never fails to please. We recommend it to many friends and family and visit often. On this occasion, we were a party of 7, dining before a concert at the Usher Hall which is just a few minutes walk, making it perfect for pre-show dining. Food was excellent and served in good time without feeling rushed. The staff are always very friendly and attentive. Will be back very soon, again and again.

Good food. Tasted great. Service was excellent. Staff attentive but disnt rush us at all. Really nice place to have a meal

Upon recommendation, we’d booked a table for a family of 8 adults prior to an evening performance at the Usher Hall next door. It got off to a bad start with the restaurant having no record of the reservation though they did manage to put 2 tables together for us. 2 people were happy with their mains (black ravioli; and a seafood based pasta dish both from the specials menu). But the veggie ravioli was felt to be bland with too heavy on the sauce and Luke warm on a cold plate; the risotto was also rated average, again with too much sauce; the sea bass on the specials board was fine but the accompanying vegetables didn’t arrive until the diner was half way through (we did point out it was missing). The remaining 3 diners had spaghetti with clams (from the specials board). These were the most disappointing dishes. Firstly they were only warm, on cold plates. Secondly, one person had 6 (small) clam shells but only 4 clams. And they all thought it was pretty tasteless, the white wine sauce not coming through. The service was erratic. Dishes came out individually with significant gaps such that my food which was served first was already cooling down by the time the final main was served. The waitress was grumpy. Unfortunately, whilst clearing the plates she accidentally knocked over a glass of red wine over 2 of the diners though was very apologetic. Note: I can’t remember ever giving such a low rating to a restaurant before. I gave a 5 star review to a Stirling restaurant the following evening.

Thus was our first time here and we really loved the cozy intimate feel of the place. It felt very authentic Italian with the owner having a wee chat but giving us our space tool. The Carbonara was great - no cream - proper! The Tiramisu was so tasty and homemade. We're so chuffed we've found this place and will definitely be back.

Good family atmosphere and service. Food was tasty and well cooked. Tables a little cramped but understandable from a commercial viewpoint.

Top quality Italian restaurant with the personal touch

Very good Italian restaurant! We ended up by chance since it was full where we intended to go and it was undoubtedly a success. Delicious food and great atmosphere. The service was also very good, we liked it a lot. We ordered garlic bread, spaghetti carbonara, lasagna and chocolate ice cream. All very good. I recommend it!

This is our third time returning to Frizzante for dinner, and each time it has been consistently amazing. The service is very quick and the staff are most welcoming. The food is super tasty, along with its authentic Italian atmosphere, it not one to miss out on.

A nice start to a great evening, food was great and the staff were even better

We have had the most amazing valentines night out here. The vibes were amazing, the workers were very friendly and funny and made sure we felt comfortable. The food was delicious and not too expensive. Everything about this place is perfect and they also gave me a rose which added to the experience. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a dim lit romantic dinner. 😊

A little hidden gem just what I needed on my 1st day in Edinburgh. A little authentic family run italian restaurant. Food was amazing, service was quick and staff were friendly. The food came out piping hot. I had a chefs special Risotto Al Martini followed by lemon and mango sorbet. Would definitely visit again next time I'm in Edinburgh x 2nd visit 7 months later, think its my favourite restaurant excellent food, service and price, they actually remembered me from my first visit, the lady that works there even recalled where I sat. Will be my go to place every time I'm in Edinburgh 🥰

Very nice restaurant with delicious food and friendly staff!

Beautiful meal with my husband it was lovely staff friendly and helpful would definitely go again