Arti & Alba, situated within the Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood, occupies a prime position in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, opposite the Scottish Parliament and a short stroll from Edinburgh Waverley station and the Royal Mile.
The area is rich in heritage, framed by the dramatic backdrop of Arthur’s Seat and convenient for leisure and business visitors alike. The dining room is contemporary and relaxed, with neutral tones and local Paolozzi-inspired artworks creating an inviting atmosphere. A semi-private area is available for events and private dining, while the adjacent bar offers cocktails such as the ‘tales of the Old Town’, alongside light bites and afternoon tea.
This stylish restaurant and bar is led by chef Andy McRobert and serves a fusion of Scottish-Italian cuisine, showcasing locally sourced Scottish produce married with Italian culinary traditions. Dishes are offered across three distinct menus: a hearty breakfast buffet, an all-day casual bar menu, and an evening à la carte dinner service. The dinner menu features starters such as haggis bon bons with whisky mustard mayo, oak-smoked Scottish salmon, and a tomato and roasted pepper soup. Mains include chicken milanese with basil mozzarella, the hotel’s signature Marriott smashed burger, risotto with semi-dried tomato and butternut squash, Paolozzi beer-battered North Sea haddock, grilled fillet of seabass, and premium cuts such as dry-aged rump steak. There are also sharing platters like Scottish & Italian meats and cheeses, plus comforting desserts including sticky toffee pudding and Arran Dairy ice cream.
Overall, Arti & Alba blends regional Scottish flavours and seasonal Italian dishes in a comfortable, family-friendly setting. With its convenient central location, varied menus, and welcoming ambience, it appeals to hotel guests, locals, business diners, and tourists looking for dependable, quality fare in Edinburgh’s Old Town.