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: £N/A (set lunch) / £15
• House wine: £12.95 per bottle

• Hitlisted
• High point: Casual, friendly atmosphere
• Low point: Limited space between some tables
• Food served: Mon–Sat 8am–11pm; Sun 10am–10pm
• Open since: 2007
• Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least 25% of main courses), Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Takeaway

This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2008
– in the shops now or buy online.

Opened in 2007, this is the younger, slightly brasher sibling of the city centre establishment Centotre, owned by Victor and Carina Contini. Many aspects of the two are consistent, including the insistence on high quality, largely organic local produce, as well as organic options on the reasonably priced wine list. Where they differ is in the surroundings. Zanzero's décor is dazzlingly bright and has a range of seating from banquettes to dining chairs and stools, creating a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Menus are rotated seasonally and offer simple, tasty dishes such as assagini – a collection of mozzarella, sun-dried and cherry tomatoes, fried aubergines and prosciutto – or rustic bruschetta topped with tomatoes, chilli flakes and oregano. Pasta dishes come in starter and main course portions, while organic flour pizzas offer a selection of mix-and-match toppings, and sit alongside a choice of spiedini – skewered chicken, fish or beef, which is high quality Aberdeen Angus rump steak served succulently pink with potatoes and courgettes. Specials, which change weekly, include options such as cod and peppers, cooked until the texture is delicate yet firm. For dessert, it's difficult to resist ciliege – a mix of maraschino cherries and ice-cream in a chocolate cup.