Italian · Edinburgh
A proper old-school neighbourhood Italian, always busy with locals, and priced like it's still the nineties — a three-course lunch comes in under a tenner, which is hard to argue with when you're feeding a family. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and room to get a buggy in, and the owners are the sort who chat to everyone and go out of their way, including for gluten-free and dairy-free needs. The ravioli and pizza get the most love, and portions are generous for the money. Worth knowing: the dining room is dated and it's a small, lively space, so it fills up and gets noisy at peak times — go early with little ones. Cooking is homely rather than polished, and opinions on the food do split, but families keep coming back for the welcome.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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