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.
Mancini
- Food served: Mon–Sun 10am–10.30pm
- Pre-theatre times: Sun–Thu 5–6.45pm; Fri/Sat 5–6.30pm
- Bar open: Mon–Sat 10am–midnight; Sun 12.30pm–midnight
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 35
- Also offers: Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Takeaway, Pre-theatre menu, Outdoor tables (smokers welcome)
- Music on stereo: Jazz, Funk
- Capacity: 48
- Largest group: 50
- Open since: 2000
- Average price 2 courses:
£9.95 (set lunch)
£15 (evening meal) - Pre-theatre price: £10.95
- House wine: £13.50 per bottle
This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2008 – in the shops now or buy online.
Located closer to the St George's Cross end of Great Western Road, Mancini is a bit away from the hub of the West End. This intimate place feels a little like a well-lit wine cellar with bare brick walls (hung in places with fairly lights), leather upholstered seats and large windows that open on to the street in the summer. Mancini has a great wine list, and each option is available by the glass. And with bottles of sparkling wine scattered around as objects of art, an aperitif of prosecco feels like a natural choice. The menu is selective and well thought out. Stone-baked pizzas are available and there is a good selection of daily specials. A sharing platter of antipasti offers a bountiful selection of hors d'oevres including massive olives, smooth chicken liver pâté and salty slices of Parma ham. Among the main courses, the fillet of pan-fried flaky salmon comes with a crispy basil crust, providing contrast between delicate fish and strong Italian herbs. The baked chocolate pudding is wonderful – dark sponge with rich chocolate oozing out everywhere. Service is unobtrusive and slick, deployed by knowledgeable and attractive staff.
- High point: Intelligent food with a great wine list
- Low point: 'One-bum' bathrooms
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