La Querencia Leith Walk

La Querencia Leith Walk brings the warmth and soul of Argentina to Leith, where the mood leans convivial and the flavours do the talking.

The menu is designed for gathering: plates that invite a reach across the table and robust classics that reward a lingering appetite.

It begins with empanadas, from the tucumana with hand-cut beef to the Norteña picante, lifted by a whisper of smoked paprika. Small plates keep the conversation lively: patatas bravas with a spicy paprika kick, and molten Provoleta crowned with chimichurri.

Comfort arrives by the spoonful in cazuela humita, scented with basil, onion and nutmeg, while pastel de papa offers homely satisfaction in layers. Street favourites make an appearance too, from a punchy choripan to a milanesa sandwich with lettuce, tomato and chimichurri, alongside breaded cutlets that nod to both Naples and Buenos Aires - aubergine milanesa Napolitana and milanesa de pollo a la pizza.

From the Argentine grill, expect honest, fire-kissed pleasure - perhaps a rotating Black Angus meat of the day, a classic bife de chorizo, or the famous Argentine parrillada: a selection of charcoal-grilled beef cuts to share, along with chorizo and morcilla, cooked slowly over the grill for an authentic Argentinian experience - followed by sweet indulgence in a panqueque with dulce de leche or the nostalgic chill of a copa Don Pedro.

Set your course for Leith Walk, bring good company and let the grill set the tempo - the rest is delicious footwork!