Mamma Roma Restaurant in Edinburgh, City of

Rather expensive even for Edinburgh and especially ridiculous portions

The food was outstanding, brilliant cocktails and very friendly staff!

We discovered this restaurant near our hotel during our three-day stay in Edinburgh. Although we hadn't booked, we were given a table. We received a very warm welcome. The owner and staff were very friendly, and the food was excellent and plentiful. We ate there two evenings. We will definitely return on our next trip.

Loved it and staff were great 👍

Food was fantastic with a large variety of options. So good we ate there twice on our 1 week vacation.

My god, the food was fantastic! But the service was even better. Every server in there was gorgeous. I’d go back just for the eye candy.

The waiters were very kind and the food was nice also the food came out very fast and one last thing there were good options.

Amazing food with really friendly staff 👍🏻 Got treated so poorly next door at La Sal and decided to come here instead. They saved my birthday meal 😭❤️

Outstanding in everything. The food was magnificent and the waiters are the most hospitable ever seen

Carbonara was very oily and meat was not rendered (very fatty and off putting). The grease made me turn off the meal and the eggs had almost scrambled. Had a few mouthfuls and the grease made me not want to eat it.

This restaurant knows how to cook😍 The food is so yummy and the staff are so friendly you should try it

Totally reliable Italian restaurant with friendly and professional staff. Food is solid but certainly

Cannelloni was cooked to perfection

Everything we had was good but we still made room for dessert! The sticky toffee pudding was delicious.

Fantastic restaurant staff are lovely and friendly food was beautiful highly recommend

The restaurant is awesome. We tried the Margherita and Arrabita pizzas from them, and both of them are frankly delicious. Their prices are reasonable and not expensive. Their service is nice and excellent, and the atmosphere is also great. Everything was 10/10

My husband & I are in from the states and wanted to have a nice dinner for our Anniversary. Mama Romas was just a walk up the road from our hotel. We had a reservation & were seated immediately. The restaurant itself is very cozy & comfortable! Our server Josh was AMAZING! He took great care of us and was very nice. The drinks were great, we had The Godfather cocktail which was whiskey & amaretto and it was delicious🥃We started with the bruschetta and it was so good. Pasta dinners were our choice and both were excellent! Strawberry cream cheesecake & espresso to top it off. It was sincerely a lovely evening and would recommend it to anyone.

Highly recommended for a cozy dinner, date night or even a group meal! Authentic italian cuisine.

During our trip to Edinburgh, after traveling over 3000 km, we never imagined we would come across such an extraordinary restaurant. We ate divinely: each dish was taken care of down to the smallest detail, with authentic flavors and ingredients of the highest quality. The welcoming atmosphere and impeccable service made the experience even more special. A real gem that you don't expect, especially after such a long journey. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to have an unforgettable culinary experience!

CAREFUL! Disgusting food. Had some calamari on Monday. Pretty sure they were rotten. They smelled disgusting and felt like plastic.

Absolutely amazing food! Every dish was full of authentic Italian flavors, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. The ambience was warm and inviting, and the service was top-notch - friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcomed. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a real Italian experience in Edinburgh

Excellent service. Super friendly staff despite arriving late and they still let me eat. The food was wonderful. I had very good pizza and also lasagna that was just right. But the best part was the cheesecake which was one of the best I've ever had in my life. Thank you.

Truly a wonderful experience without a shadow of a doubt!!!!

Quite slow to serve and average food

Terrible service. The staff over there was very disrespectful.

Honestly, if I could give zero stars, I would. My friend and I had a reservation, but the moment we walked in, no one even looked at us. We waited around 25 minutes before someone finally came over—only to tell us we had to wait until everyone else who arrived earlier ordered first. Seriously? Another 25 minutes passed before anyone took our order. Then the food took forever to come out. And when we were ready to pay? Same story—ignored again. We had to ask twice and still waited 20 more minutes just to pay. What a joke. But here’s the part that really pissed me off: we were the only people who looked different in that restaurant, and it honestly felt like we were being treated that way because of it. Last time I came here with a local friend, everything was smooth. This time, it was a nightmare. Coincidence? I don’t think so. This wasn’t just bad service—it felt personal. Disrespectful. I’m never coming back, and I’ll be telling everyone I know to stay far away.

I would give 0 stars if I could. My friend and I made a reservation for this restaurant. When we entered the restaurant, no one came to serve us. They even ignored my gaze. About 25 MINUTES later, we asked the waiter to order, but I WAS TOLD THAT WE HAD TO WAIT FOR ALL THE GUESTS WHO ARRIVED EARLIER THAN US TO ORDER BEFORE WE COULD ORDER. After that, we waited for another 25 MINUTES before someone finally came to take our order. The food also took an unreasonable long amount of time to come. When we needed to pay, no one came to ask us. We asked again and waited for 20 MINUTES before someone came to take payment. Your waiter wasted over an hour of my and my friend's time. I don't understand if it's because we are the only race that looks different in the whole restaurant? Another thing, before that, everything was fine when I first went to your restaurant. Is it because the other friend I was with who went there for the first time is a local?

Delicious food and friendly service. Despite being busy service was attentive and the right pace. Highly recommend the baked neopolitan cheese starter!

I love Italian food. Period. Everything about the experience at Mamma Roma exceeded expectations. The food was flavorful, there is a melted cheese and sauce small plate that I would eat every day, if I could. Service was impeccable, true professionals who love what they do and enjoy making people happy with food. It shows. Definitely recommend. We accidentally went to the lower level which was okay but had more of a "locals only" vibe.

Fabulous lunchtime food we had pizza and cannelloni carne, both delicious. Just a couple of niggles which prevented 5 stars, we were sat at the street level, as requested , but the front door was left open and it was a chilly day so we were cool. We had a few flies dancing round our food too. Service was good

great place good food nice workers but I did hear the chef shouting at someone

The food was lovely and the staff was nice and welcoming. I had booked a table for two for a birthday and booked well in advance even mentioned the occasion on the booking they somehow managed to give us the seats near the bathrooms. Which was kind of disappointing. Everything chanced after receiving our starters we completely forgot about the inconvenience the food was amazing.

Perfect! We had the most lovely waitress serve us, she was so kind, welcoming and helpful. Food was scrumptious!

A wonderful ambience, the food is great and the catering service is perfect. If you are in Edinburgh you should definitely eat there. We had a wonderful evening.

Went in this evening for my 21st birthday (which I mentioned when I booked) which wasn’t acknowledged. The lady that served us was lovely, the food on the other hand not so much. Our friends had a pizza which they enjoyed however, the salmon pasta I ordered was oily and honestly just not very nice (only ate it as I was starving). My boyfriend ordered the Stirlion steak, and all I can say was it definitely wasn’t a Stirleon steak. It was full of burnt hard fat, cooked terriblely, and not worth £24 (plus £4 for peppercorn sauce)! I happily paid at the end, however I said to the gentleman taking our payments about our complaints and he just stared at me blankly and then offered us our receipt. Can genuinely say after looking forward to this meal, it was extremely underwhelming.As a manager of a restaurant, I would be appalled if any of my staff acted the way the gentleman taking our payments did. All in all was an awful birthday meal ruined more by the server than our awful food. P.s prices were expensive for inadequate food and lack of acknowledgment for complaints

Fantastic good food and very nice people, really good Italian cuisine.

Best Italian restaurant in Edinburgh, delicious amatriciana and meatballs

Impromptu visit absolutely incredible food staff price a must if an Italian food fan !!!!!

Very good food friendly staff and reasonably priced we are in the downstairs restaurant as upstairs was fully booked.There was a few of the other customers were Italian so the food must be authentic.If you go I would book in advance as seemed busy even on a Monday as it is across from theatre.

Florinda immediately put us at ease, making us feel all her warmth. We ate very well and spent a sweet evening. Would I go back? Safe!!

Lovely food, great price and staff were very friendly

Super delicious food, very friendly staff. Despite high demand, we managed to get a table for four. The food, pasta and pizza, was very good and plentiful. We'd be happy to come back if we're ever in Edinburgh again.

Absolutely loved the food. Made a few changes and the staff were super accommodating. Giovanni had outstanding service, he was really warm and helpful. Best service I’ve received from a waiter in a long time. Definitely recommend this restaurant with a great selection of dishes and fresh ingredients.

Popped in for a birthday lunch with my wife , service and food was amazing will definitely be back .

Absolutely fantastic service, the food was delicious and the service was impeccable. Staff were amazing and very attentive.

Staying in Edinburgh for weekend and so glad we chose to book a meal here. Very friendly, attentive service and pizzas were very fresh and tasty . Good choice of options on menu and reasonable prices .

Beautiful food, vibes and excellent service. Highly reccomend.

Exceptional italian restaurant.

We had a great night earlier tonight. Our waiter Josh couldn’t have been more attentive and just really amazing at his job. We had only told him what cocktails we wanted and the barmaid was already on the ball making them before he left the table! Thank you for a great evening

All three of our party had supperb meals. The place was busy, but great service was maintained. The wine was also very good.

Wow, what an awesome experience. The food was just out of this world. Cooked to perfection 10/10. Service was friendly and with a smile. Professional waiters and waitress. Lovey authentic surroundings. Very well priced considering the quality of the cuisine served. I can give top marks and would certainly visit again when in Edinburgh. Well done to you all for a perfect 👌 experience. Visited again March 2025 and still the best Italian restaurant in Edinburgh. Superior food, great service. Again I will return.

Good food. Great choices. Great service. Reasonably priced. NO SERVICE CHARGE. Staff deserved tip. Would come again.

Bravo for consistency in mediocrity! From the pizza ordered as an aperitif (frozen) to the polpette pasta (overcooked and tasteless) with parmesan served like truffle petals by the waiter while concluding with an espresso as cold as it is bad! Ideal address if you are traveling with people you don't like or who don't have a palate (no palace... no palace)

This place serves authentic meals. Service was awesome and welcoming. The food was fresh and delicious and we loved it very much. I recommend this place for friends and family.

Nothing short of an magnifico ( magnificent ) …. Thank you Ms Magda Ms Florinda and Mr Josh for the love and kindness and the suggestion… moth melting like literally

A beautiful experience, we went without a reservation and they really treated us very well, the food was very delicious and the service was great. I would repeat without a doubt!!

The restaurant had a clean and pleasant ambiance, and we were promptly seated for two. The server greeted us, offered us drinks and water, but unfortunately, only brought the drinks. The starter, bruschetta, was tasty and fresh. The main course, penne amatriciana, was an average dish—nothing extraordinary. I enjoyed it, but I wouldn’t go back.

Loved the food here. Well be back

Lovely place, well worth a visit

Very nice pizza. The prices are very normal. We didn't happen to sit down to eat, we had takeaway pizza, but the shop inside is very nice.

We had heard good things about this restaurant so we decided to try it for my mums birthday. The food was ok but unfortunately my dad’s meatballs had a hair in it so that put us off. The waiters were lovely and didn’t charge us for that plate of food but it did spoil the meal for us.

Came here as the reviews really hyped the place up and called the food authentic. The food was nice and of good quality but I also don’t feel it matches the rating it’s received. It wasn’t exactly that authentic, it felt like an English take on the food. Also my partner paid for a chicken dish and got potatoes on the side and that was not good value. £23 in total for a big chunk of chicken and then 5 baby potatoes that came out to well over £1 per potato! Would come back as food was nice but there’s better value and more authentic in a better atmosphere.

Valentine’s Day dinner, staff were lovely, service was very quick and the dessert special, a homemade chocolate cake, was delicious definitely recommend

Staff member showed professional and personal service...this lady made my night because her attention to detail thank you ..ola .. .would definitely recommend

Pizza was great, well balanced & hot Again for the pasta, came out beautifully piping hot And make their our desserts, so wasn't overloaded with sweetness

If you're in Edinburgh go here great food you won't regret it.

I was with my husband last night for our anniversary. It was a great experience. The food was great and the dessert was amazing. The service was excellent and the prices were very reasonable. We will definitely go back soon.

We were a walk-in and the staff found us a table and were very welcoming. The issue was more the food which arrived extremely hot and so there was not much taste to it. The cheeses didnt have much taste to them either.

After a horrible experience at an “Italian” restaurant across the street, we decided to try this one with some fear that it might prove a disappointment again. The food was so good that it silenced us all during the meal. The restaurant was AUTHENTIC Italian, not like the one across the street. Hands down, it was the best meal I've ever eaten in an Italian restaurant abroad. Our waitress was spectacular, unfortunately I don't remember her name but I send her a big kiss and thank her for the experience. We had a great time and if we ever return to Edinburgh we will make sure to eat there. THANK YOU. Ps. I also wanted to say hello to the waiter Bruno. The next day we returned in the hope of still finding a table but unfortunately the Restaurant was full, Bruno was extremely kind and even if he was unsuccessful, he went out of his way to look for a table. You are number 1 Bruno.

So friendly, amazing food, warm atmosphere

Delicious italian food! Staff were quick and attentive. We had the calamari starter which was ok but the tartar sauce was nice. For mains we had the calzone and penne arrabiate which was delicious! They also have the option to share a pizza and pasta which was great value. Great vibe in the restaurant.

Nice little Italian just over the road from the Playhouse. Good food, pleasant service and a nice atmosphere. Nothing bad to say about it, and prices are reasonable.

Oh, Mamma Roma—where do I even start? We’ve been coming here for years, and every time, it just reminds us why we love it so much. But this visit? This one was extra special. We were served by a waiter we hadn’t seen before—never caught his name, but he was definitely Scottish. And let me tell you, he was brilliant. Knew the menu inside out, recommended dishes we’d never even thought to try before, and somehow managed to cater to our very particular (and slightly picky) tastes without batting an eyelid. Honestly, he just sold it to us. And on top of that, he was so charming! You know when someone just has that perfect balance of being attentive but not too present? That was him. Always there when we needed, but never hovering. That’s real service. And, of course, the rest of the staff were just as lovely as always—warm, welcoming, and just make you feel right at home. The food? As incredible as ever. It amazes me how this place just keeps evolving, always keeping things fresh while still feeling like the Mamma Roma we know and love. Honestly, this restaurant is such a huge part of why we love coming to Edinburgh. Already counting down to our next visit!

Excellent food, the best Italian I’ve found in central Edinburgh so far

Wonderful food, excellent service, great whisky options as well which was incredible! Definitely recommend to go!!

Great food and very nice people! We enjoyed every moment here!

Very good italian restaurant for any occasion, wonderful menu selection and attentive servers

Honestly the best italian food we have ever had. God knows why anyone would go to a bella italia or a zizzi when you have somewhere like this right in the city Centre. We had 3 courses and a drink each and it came to less than £80 for 2 of us. The food was proper classic Italian and the service from the 3 waiters was classy and professional. I would definitely recommend the tiramisu, it was to die for. Get yourself there now! Many thanks

Delicious food and very good service. Best pasta we ate.

Now average. This place used to be phenomenal. We travelled regularly all the way from Manchester just to eat here. We came tonight and it has clearly changed hands or they are cutting costs. My food was just ok, not amazing, but my husband's lasagna was just very cheesy pasta, no meat whatsoever. He didnt eat it. Service was mediocre and they couldn't get us out quick enough. We were there in total for 45 minutes. Needless to say we won't be returning. Such a shame as this restaurant was seriously 5 star and the food was authentic and delicious.

It's the best Italian restaurant I have ever been in outside of Italy. Fantastic food friendly service and lovely ambience. We will definitely be back, I have a very significant birthday coming up, ii will be there.

Great place for a meal before the theatre Best to book.

Best pasta restaurant in the world 💗

Lovely meal with friends. Great service and food.

Booked here for my and my wife's belated 38yr anniversary. Wasn't disappointed as the food was perfect and the people are so welcoming. This is a great place to try authentic Italian food. This was the first time we had been out in some time and the staff put us at ease. Definitely book here for a great meal before heading either for a show or an evening out. P.s sorry for the pic quality

What a perfect place to spend with the love of your life. Beautifully friendly service, lovely and quiet, fabulous choice menu. I would recommend the mussels as a starter and the risotto perfect. Lovely time at Mamma Roma definitely be back next time in Edinburgh.

They were short staffed due to xmas yet the service was absolutely outstanding. Food was very good as was the dessert. Highly recommend the banana cake with banana ice cream.

Excellent restaurant, the homemade pasta is spectacular, the carbonara is out of the question, don't hesitate for a second to go because you will eat divine, the atmosphere is cozy and the staff is great! value for money is good.

Fantastic place, staff excellent, food absolutely fantastic, service top quality, definitely be back

Excellent value, very good food and service. Will definitely be back

Authentic Italian food, the service was amazing too. One of the best restaurants I visited during my stay in Edinburgh. Prices were reasonable and I definetly will be back!

Giovanni and Josh are the 5 star "attractions" at this establishment, with close runner-up being the food. We would have stayed longer - and spent more money! - had the restaurant been warmer. We were in the smaller area separate from the main restaurant, and we left earlier than we would have wished as it was getting so cold. We understand they are doing something about it, so in the future, this hopefully won't be a problem.

Very attentive staff...food amazing

Very tasty real Italian food, with friendly staff and plenty of choice on the menu for young and old. Definitely recommended!

Best restaurant in Edinburgh where I have eaten. The service was on top! Very friendly and kind. T food was delivered pretty fast. There are options to get smaller/bigger portions or add ingredients to the dishes. I have eaten here 2 times during my 3.5 day stay in Edinburgh, and I would definitely come back and eat there again!

Excellent service and lovely food. Highly reccomend!

Amazing food, very nice staff and aesthetic ambience. Loved it there!

we were rained out from going to a lot of restaurants but always getting turned away. When we arrived at Mamma Roma, all drenched, the kind waiter told us they were full but was going to see what he could do. He ran to the little canteen they have next door & fixed us a table. Alone for that I would recommend them! The women who waited on us were real Italian people who checked in with us from time to time, even gave us a box to take the leftover pizza home in. They were very hospitable and VERY Italian! Come here if you want food that warms the soul & leftovers for the day after 😉

As walk-in customers, we were pleasantly surprised to find a table available for us. While the service inside was satisfactory, it met our expectations. The menu features a variety of dishes at affordable prices, and regardless of personal preference, the flavors are undeniably traditional. We indulged in desserts, and the standout favorite was the delightful "cheesecake with coconut”, and it is better with an espresso.

We are walk-in customers and they are pleased to arrange a table for us. The table services insides are not outstanding but should be up to standard. The foods here are also in affordable prices, and whatever you like it or not, the taste is traditional. We ordered desserts and the most favorite one is “cheese cake with coconut”.