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.
Massimo
- Food served: Mon–Sat noon–10.30pm. Closed Sun
- Bar open: Mon–Thu noon–midnight; Fri/Sat noon–1am.
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 2
- Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least 25% of main courses), Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Takeaway, Outdoor tables (smokers welcome)
- Music on stereo: Easy listening
- Capacity: 70
- Largest group: 70
- Open since: 1998
- Average price 2 courses:
£16 (lunch)
£16 (evening meal) - House wine: £12.50 per bottle
This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2008 – in the shops now or buy online.
Located in a semi-basement directly across from the King's Theatre, Massimo – which also has outlets in Bearsden (see below) and Livingston – is unsurprisingly very popular among theatregoers. Getting a table pre or post-performance can be tricky, so booking in advance is advisable. The décor and layout is smart and contemporary, between the stripped wood floor, glass partitions and open kitchen at the rear. It also has a cosy feeling, largely thanks to a roaring fire, which is a welcome sight on a chilly evening, whatever the season. The starters – split between crostini, soup, focaccia and antipasti selections – may appear to lack ambition. Still, the olive oil, basil and balsamic vinegar vegetables on crostini al peperoni are delicious. More obviously appealing are the main courses, particularly the giant classic calzone, which brims with salami, egg, ham, stuffed black olives and masses of melted mozzarella. If you have enough time before the curtain rises try the warm caramel shortcake, topped with a dollop of vanilla ice-cream and a glaze of chocolate sauce.
- High point: Open fire
- Low point: Overly fired bread
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