Phone: +441312297788
Address: 95 Lothian Road, EH3 9AW, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom
City: Edinburgh, City of
Menu Dishes: 22
Reviews: 8584
Website: http://frizzanterestaurant.uk/
"Truly one of the worst dining experiences of my life. Not one thing was positive about the dinner except the nice female server. But even she disappeared about stopping by the table twice to take our order. The restaurant itself is very claustrophobic and run down. I don’t think they’ve put one dollar into renovating any of the wickedly old restaurant. Seats are worn out. Tables are beat up. Decor is dated and sad. Cutlery is cheap and dinged up. That being said, the food and the service is where things went from bad to worse. When we walked in my girlfriend was put off by our small table, where servers barely had room to walk by you without hitting your elbows. I told her that the food was probably much better since it is an old Italian family run restaurant. Boy was I wrong. I’ve never been to a restaurant that phones it in more than this one. All the food was atrociously bad. It’s almost like they lied about being Italian. My salad’s produce was wilted and not very fresh. The tomatoes were an absolute joke. Cold, bland, and tasteless. Which makes no sense because everywhere I drove through the UK I could find amazing tomatoes at farmer stands and stores. So they are clearly not putting any money towards good ingredients. Cheap. They provide the table with oil and vinegar which was the first sign that we were in for a bumpy ride. The “olive oil” was almost crystal clear with zero taste. It clearly wasn’t olive oil and instead Canola oil. I asked one of the male servers if I could get a side of olive oil and he told me that the oil in the dispenser on the table was their olive oil. I was dumbfounded by this and asked him for the good olive oil that they cook with and he said that the oil on the table was the oil they cooked with. Once again. Cheap. The main courses finally arrive after a long wait and the pasta was not even on par with elementary school cafeteria pasta and the pizza was even worse. Totally bland. The ingredients once again were trash. Cheap. To call it Italian food is laughable at best. And then the atrocious service. The owner of the restaurant was there, walking past our table a million times but never once addressed us until the very end when I asked for change so I could tip. Both he and the other elderly male server would rush every conversation to the point where it felt like we were bothering them. And believe me I was super polite and kind through the whole process. Every time I asked for anything, I could never get my full request out because the server would run off while I was still talking. Extremely rude and dismissive. My girlfriend and I had pizza at the shopping mall the next day and the pizza was 100 times better. And this was a chain in a mall. Save yourself the money and frustration and AVOID this restaurant unless you want to be scammed into buying a lot of cheap and tasteless food by rude people. Such a joke."
Full menu - 22 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Pasta
Ravioli
Pasta pockets filled with ricotta and spinach, served in a rich tomato sauce.
Linguine
Linguine pasta served with a light sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Rigatoni
Rigatoni pasta tossed in a rich tomato basil sauce with garlic and parmesan.
Cannelloni
Tube-shaped pasta filled with cheese and spinach, baked with tomato sauce and topped with melted mozzarella.
Dessert
Cannoli
Crispy pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta, chocolate chips, and garnished with powdered sugar and pistachios.
Tiramisu
A classic Italian dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Cheesecake
A rich, creamy dessert with a smooth texture and graham cracker crust, often topped with fruits or a sweet glaze.
New York Cheesecake menu
Classic creamy cheesecake with a rich, dense texture, served with a buttery graham cracker crust.
Entrées
Minestrone Soup
Minestrone Soup: Hearty Italian vegetable soup with beans, tomatoes, pasta, and herbs.
Sides
Salads
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze.
Rice
Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection, with a rich blend of Parmesan and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Main Courses
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Meat Dishes
Meatballs
Juicy meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce with herbs, served with crusty bread for a hearty meal.
Soups
Minestrone
A hearty Italian soup with mixed vegetables, beans, and pasta in a savory tomato broth.
Seafood Dishes
Fried Calamari
Crispy fried calamari served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Classic pepperoni pizza with zesty tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese on a crisp crust.
Kenneth
Great service fantastic food with a great atmosphere and brilliant staff
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Reviews
Rachael
Best Italian restaurant in Edinburgh. The bruschetta was one of the best I’ve ever tasted outside of Italy !
Michael
We wanted to drink a bottle of wine in the evening. The boss expelled us from the restaurant saying that he sells food.
Magdalena
Wow! Amazing place,nice atmosphere. Lovely,lovely owners,the owner was at our table few times speaking and joking with us,seemed he liked us View menu
John
Visited here this evening for a meal before a show at the Usher Hall. Lovely food- I had the pepperoni pizza which was delicious but the pasta dishes looked fantastic also ! Staff were super friendly and very lovely. We will be back!
Siraaj
Olivia and the team couldn't have been more welcoming, warm and attentive. So helpful with pointing out allergen information and wine pairing. Food was absolutely phenomenal and just hit the spot. Great atmosphere and happy staff are always a good sign! We'll be seeing you molto presto!
רלי
My husband and I went before a show in Usher Hall. The food was blend. But that was nothing in comparison to the fact that I gave 2 bills of 50 pounds to cover a bill of 51 pounds. The waitress gave change from 60. When I protested, they made me out to be who knows what. I practically got thrown out of there by someone who appeared to be the owner or son of owner. Scarry rude guy. Terrible experience. Don't go there. View menu
Carolina
My husband was craving pasta so this had rave reviews decided to walk over from our hotel. The restaurant screams authentic Italian. We were able to get seated immediately and greeted with what we wanted to drink the water is served in the prettiest blue glass bottles. The menu is limited with some dishes not offering pasta with it at all, got penne pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with added chicken and spaghetti bolognese and a side of garlic bread. Sadly the garlic bread was the best part of the meal. Just kind of boring flavor. Forgot to even bother taking pics. The penne all you could taste was the chili spice and the bolognese tasted like a basic pasta sauce not much flavor. We were both...
Theodor
Uncertain about how anyone could call this an authentic Italian place. Besides the odd Italian staff member, the food is definitely not. The pizza is far from Napoletan, there's too much cream in everything. The carbonara bears no resemblance to the actual dish, with no pecorino or guanciale in sight, only ham (yes, the honey wafer thin kind), and cream. I asked the owner for an authentic dessert, they recommended the tiramisu, which didn't have savoiardi, nor mascarpone, nor espresso. It had whipped cream and chocolate sauce? Your nonna would cry if they were served this sorry excuse for a tiramisu at an Italian restaurant, for 8 quid!!! You can get more authentic Italian food at Sainsbury'...
Lord
Truly one of the worst dining experiences of my life. Not one thing was positive about the dinner except the nice female server. But even she disappeared about stopping by the table twice to take our order. The restaurant itself is very claustrophobic and run down. I don’t think they’ve put one dollar into renovating any of the wickedly old restaurant. Seats are worn out. Tables are beat up. Decor is dated and sad. Cutlery is cheap and dinged up. That being said, the food and the service is where things went from bad to worse. When we walked in my girlfriend was put off by our small table, where servers barely had room to walk by you without hitting your elbows. I told her that the food was... View menu
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Pizza Delve into our perfectly baked pizzas, crafted with hand-tossed dough, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of gourmet cheeses. Each slice bursts with fresh toppings, ensuring a delightful bite every time.
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Pasta Delight in our selection of classic and contemporary pasta dishes, each crafted with fresh, quality ingredients and flavorful sauces that capture the essence of Italian cuisine in every bite. View menu
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European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.
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Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.
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