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.
Topolino's
- Food served: Mon–Fri noon–3pm, 5–11pm; Sat noon–11pm; Sun 4–11pm.
- Pre-theatre times: Mon–Thu 5–7pm; Fri 5–6.00pm; Sat 4—5.30pm; Sun 4–7pm
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 3
- Also offers: Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Pre-theatre menu, Live music
- Music on stereo: Gentle Jass
- Capacity: 82
- Largest group: 82
- Open since: 1996
- Average price 2 courses:
£4.50 (set lunch)
£13 (evening meal) - Pre-theatre price: £7.95
- House wine: £12.90 per bottle
This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2008 – in the shops now or buy online.
Topolino's is Italian for Walt Disney's most-famous little rodent, but there is nothing Micky Mouse about this restaurant. It is entered by a narrow staircase, which leads diners down to a stylish basement taverna. This is no dark, dank underworld, tucked away as it is without daylight. It is surprisingly well lit, airy and modern, with blond wood floors and furniture, modern art, bright mirrors and colourful murals in the style of ancient Roman graffiti. Diners tend to be in jovial groups out for a night on the town. Surprisingly absent from the options are pizzas. Instead, the focus of this bistro-style menu is seafood and lots of meat dishes. Alongside are many familiar options – salads, crostini, pasta and a few globe-trotting dishes. The fungi Genovese is a generous portion of creamy mushrooms, sautéed in tomato and sweet rosemary and served on chunky toast. The main courses include sizzler platters – charred beef in a spicy tomato sauce, an Italian take on Tex-Mex fajitas. It's back to Italy proper for dessert with tiramisu – a slice of la dolce vita.
- High point: Tiramisu to die for
- Low point: A pizza-free zone
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