Vittoria's is the perfect restaurant to sample a real taste of Italy. Renowned for its high level of service and fresh Italian food, book online with Vittoria's on Leith Walk and experience over 40 years of history. You can now also book online at Vittoria's on the bridge and at La Favorita too.

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• Average price 2 courses:
   £19 (lunch)
   £19 (evening meal)
• House wine: £13.95 per bottle

• High point: Relaxed dining in buzzing atmosphere
• Low point: Background music not to everyone's taste
• Food served: Sun–Thu noon–11pm; Fri/Sat noon–midnight
• Open since: 1982
• Also offers: Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Takeaway

This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2008
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Gordon Scott is keen to promote his restaurant as a family venue. And there is no risk that he will fall foul of the trade descriptions act, with brother Gary imparting his profound industry knowledge, daughters Daniela and Vanessa now involved in the business and niece Giulia adding a real Italian flavour. After more than 25 years, Gordon's has acquired a loyal following that ensures the winter is almost as hectic as the peak season, when regulars jostle with tourists for tables both inside and out in the High Street. Like the slightly dated décor, the menu appears to have undergone little change over quarter of a century. Mushrooms stuffed with salmon and deep-fried in breadcrumbs deviate slightly from the norm, but alternative starters include a hearty minestrone that is loyal to tradition. Milanese is a substantial offering of another established dish, and risotto marinara combines a mountain of rice with a cocktail of seafood. If there is room, profiteroles live up to gooey expectations. But don't be daunted: half or even quarter portions are available for smaller appetites – after all, this is a family establishment.