The best restaurants serving Italian food in Edinburgh and Lothian

Mixed feelings. I visited last night, choosing this branch based on great past experiences with gluten-free pizzas at other PE locations. The food here was just as tasty—no complaints there! Unfortunately, something went wrong, and I ended up unwell due to gluten contamination. I hadn’t initially paid attention to the prep area, but later noticed shared utensils and what looked like the same oven being used. If you’re coeliac, I wouldn’t recommend this branch due to cross-contamination risks. I’d love to return because the food was genuinely good, but only if there’s greater awareness and care around what “gluten-free” truly means—especially for those of us who rely on more than just a label in the menu.

Fui aquí para una comida de celebración que había estado esperando durante meses, pero me quedé increíblemente decepcionado. El menú del almuerzo solo se puede pedir si todos los que están en la mesa lo piden (no se puede elegir nada del menú estándar). El servicio era muy pobre y me sentí despedido por el servidor en cada interacción. La comida no era nada especial, muy grasienta sin mucho sabor y muy cara por lo que recibimos, yo personalmente no recomendaría. Lo único que disfruté fue el cóctel que tomé.

We were trying to find a particular restaurant when we finally asked a woman walking her dog only to find out that our map app was confused to say the least. She recommended V and C which was close by. The restaurant is located in the back of a very nice neighborhood grocery and wine store. The Italian food was exceptional and the prices were very reasonable. The wine selection was fantastic. The best cappuccino and desserts were out of this world. Why they aren’t rated higher is beyond me!

The food is very nice and friendly people, fully recommended

Ordered online at 5.15pm, and was given an estimated collection time of 5.35. Went to the cafe next door to have a quick coffee, then went to pick up my order at 5.40, giving them 5 minutes grace, only to be told it would be ten minutes. Ended up waiting, along with another customer in the same situation, until 6.25. We asked numerous times for updates on where our food was, but just kept getting told 'soon'. Myself, and the other customer, had to go through to the restaurant side to try and get an update. I eventually got my food, nearly an hour after I'd ordered. Bearing in mind I'd ordered only 2 pizzas and a garlic bread, I have no idea why it took so long, especially when the restaurant didn't even look particularly busy. The food itself was basic, and not worth the price or the wait. I've had better frozen pizzas in all honesty. Used to be a decent place, but has went drastically downhill in recent times and won't be visiting again I'm afraid.

Visited Prezzo due brief visit in Edinburgh. It looked really great on the photos so decided to give it a go. We turned up in restaurant on time and waited 5 minutes to be welcomed as front of the house keep disappearing to sort someone else out. We have been seated at the small table, when having booth booked online. The atmosphere overall was really loud and we just felt ignored, on the couple of occasions we had to stand up and go to the bar to ask for service such as drinks. The only good experience during our visit was food. Really delicious and well made. We’re disappointed with our visit and hoped to have better time.

Assaggini is the best hidden gem. We stumbled in after a long day of traveling the Scottish Highlands and LochNess. It’s a great vibe, amazing smaller tapa sized dishes and the cutest drinks.

Rubbish, lied on the phone, delivered not what I asked for, phoned them back and girl who answered very rude, eat elsewhere

Pamir Express is a place that definitely requires a thorough cleaning, as hygiene is virtually nonexistent. The staff should pay more attention to their appearance, as their untidy look can be off-putting to customers. The large, colorful bar doesn't leave a great impression, and in a place where food is served, it should be maintained to a certain standard. The sanitary authorities should take an interest in this establishment. Additionally, it was highly off-putting when the seller spat on the floor – such behavior is completely unacceptable in a food-serving establishment.

delicious pizza, they gave me special cake for my birthday

Food was disgusting and took over an hour for my 1 portion of pasta and chips. Would not waste my time or money ever going back here.

The coffee is the best !!!! ( way better than any of the other well-known coffee outlets). Food is delicious ! BUT - premises are grubby and toilet is dirty and cramped and in need of refurbishment !!!!

Helpful staff, but is still fast food pizza with a wait.

Came to frankie and bennys livingston for a lunch with my fellow colleagues. I ordered a glass of red wine to then be asked for ID. I understand the need to ensure they are not serving underage people however I am a 35yr old woman who clearly does not look under age. The man who was serving was extremely patronising and rude I will never be back.

Pizzorna är riktigt goda.Tyvärr fanns det bara pizzor kvar när vi ville ha glutenfritt.Vi hade inte tänkt oss pizza.Trevlig hjälpsam personal.