The best restaurants serving Italian food in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh and Lothian

Salvatore's restaurant is highly recommended for its friendliness and proximity The food is really appreciable and delicious (fish and chips) If you are in Edinburgh come over

Great vibe. Friday night had a pleasant buzz, but chilled out. No blaring music. Friendly staff. Good beer and pizza!

First visit but definitely not the last. Efficient and friendly staff. Very dog-friendly. Inviting menu.

Ordered pizzas a few times They were okay

I'd been meaning to visit this place for years, and now I finally got the chance. Sadly, it appears to be closing, so I probably won't get another chance. The food was excellent, and the service was even better. The kind of friendly family-style place that's rare in Edinburgh these days.

Really disappointing. Had gone has had great reviews, but service was flat and not special. Restaurant was chilly, basic set up, paper nspkins, no candles for dinner. Cold bisque which I sent back but no further check all was good. Felt it was expensive and wouldn't return.

Such a great place!! Food was delicious and atmosphere so relaxed🤩 Alex was amazing and recommended great wine. Will definitely go back😊

Epic pizza and such lovely guys and girls. Controversial but best pizza in edinburgh

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 .

Had an amazing meal here! The ambiance is quite cozy and friendly, and the cuisine was excellent. We had a terrific time, so it's a perfect spot for celebrations!

THE best Italian food in Edinburgh

Amazing, best vegan pizza I’ve ever had and I’m not even vegan! Quite pricey but you get what you pay for. Clearly a lot of thought and effort has gone in to creating their menu and it shows. We’ll be back for sure.

First time in Papilio which is now a major life regret given we live within walking distance of this 1st class establishment since it opened 20 years ago. Always busy every time I pass and today was no different - so probably best to book, even for lunch. Vibe is 40s/50s classic in the best way possible. Waiter was super friendly and helpful. The food was fantastic, at least as good as any Italian we've ever been in the last 35 years & very good value in today's climate. They really have struck the perfect balance here & we look forward to many many more visits in the future.

Perfect Italian dinner experience. Took a date here last week, and everything was just as you'd want. Great service before and during the visit, very nice food, cosy atmosphere, and in such a convenient location. Highly recommend!

May not have done enough research but I was under the impression that this was a bit like a deli with indoor seating. Turns out the stuff is all premade on a shelf like Tesco meal deal or Greggs sandwiches, they then just heat them up. Also 1 singular table. Walked out within a minute of walking in without food as £7 for a prepackaged sandwich with no seating is expensive.