La Favorita

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza
Price Point: Mains from £10-£25

There’s a reason this chic pizzeria’s trophy shelf is groaning under the weight of more than 20 food awards.

Over three generations and across several restaurants in Edinburgh, the Crolla family have honed their expertise and can now offer locals and visitors alike one of the best casual Italian dining experiences in the UK.

Freshly made dough from Veneto forms the thin-crust base of their pizzas, which are topped with mouth-watering ingredients and cooked in log-fired Italian ovens to give that special crispness and unmistakable smoky flavour.

Also on offer are gourmet Italian pastas, antipasti (including an enormous fritte section for all your fried needs!), freshly grilled meat cooked to your liking and salads. Whet your whistle with a selection of cocktails, fine Italian wines, European beers and premium spirits.

Stylish yet understated interiors, warm and professional staff and a family friendly atmosphere will ensure you’re already plotting your next visit while your still scraping your plate clean.