Divino Enoteca

Name: Divino Enoteca
Telephone: 0131 225 1770
Price range: £30 - £49

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Website Call0131 225 1770 Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2QD

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Overview
Location

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Average Price

££££ - £30 - £49

Cuisine

Gluten-free options, Italian, Vegan friendly, Vegetarian friendly

Ambience

Cosy, Fun, Lively, Quirky

Food Occasions

Dinner

Perfect for

Birthdays, Celebrations, Child friendly, Special occasions

About

Hidden away under George IV Bridge, within two minutes’ walk of the Royal Mile, this vintage restaurant and wine bar has a cosy feel: comfortable chairs and banquettes, oak flooring and an eclectic colour palette.

Although it’s from the same group as pizza/pasta eateries such as Vittoria on the Bridge in the city, this is a far more aspirational venture boasting an impressive 100-bin Italian wine list and an elegant Italian food menu.

You might expect to start with Apulian burrata served with pickled wild mushrooms, lettuce and balsamic vinegar pearls, followed by a luxurious pasta course – think strascinati with king prawns, lobster bisque, capers, olives and a herb sauce. For main course, look out for the likes of steak tagliata with hasselback potatoes roasted vine tomatoes.

There’s also a choice of cocktails for those who want a different kind of thrill. All the classics are present – think Negronis and Spritz’ - or opt for one of its house creations like a Sicilian Sun featuring gin, blood orange and Amaro.

Special Promotion

Cheers and Cheese to EU (26 Oct-23 Nov)

Divino has been selected to participate in this celebration of two European icons - Grana Padano and Prosecco DOC - with a specially curated menu. Discover their pairings here

Dish: Tartare di manzo e Grana Padano PDO £18
Hand-cut Scottish beef fillet, shallots, capers, confit yolk and homemade potato crisp with Grana Padano PDO
Wine: Ruggeri Argeo Rosé Prosecco DOC 2024
Pairing: The wine’s crisp acidity and lively bubbles cut right through the rich, velvety texture of the dish while its delicate red berry notes beautifully complement the savoury, salty depth of the Grana Padano PDO and capers.

Dish: Spaghetti zucca e salsiccia £21
Spaghetti tossed with butternut squash purée and Italian sausage, finished with Grana Padano PDO and rosemary oil
Wine: Ruggeri Argeo Prosecco DOC
Pairing: The natural sweetness of the butternut squash purée is perfectly balanced by the clean, crisp profile of this Prosecco DOC. Its energetic fizz refreshes the palate between mouthfuls, ripping through the savoury richness of the Italian sausage and the nutty Grana Padano PDO.

Dish: Bistecca di cervo, zucca, finferli e grana padano £28
Venison haunch steak, squash purée, chanterelles, Grana Padano PDO fonduta, Grana Padano PDO & sage crunch, pickled blackberries
Wine: Bottega Prosecco DOC Millesimato
Pairing: This Millesimato's bright freshness elevates the earthy depth of venison and chanterelles. The sparkling acidity slices beautifully through the decadence of the Grana Padano PDO fonduta, while its clean finish is a wonderful counterpoint to the tartness of the pickled blackberries and completely restores the balance of the pairing.

Dish: Millefoglie di pere e Grana Padano PDO £12
Mille-feuille, Grana Padano PDO crème pâtissière, fresh pear, caramelised pecans, honey
Wine: Santa Margherita Prosecco DOC Extra Dry
Pairing: The ‘Extra Dry’ style provides a subtle, off-dry sweetness that mirrors the fresh pear, honey, and caramelised pecans. This sweetness, backed by electric bubbles, seamlessly cuts a swathe through the creamy richness of the Grana Padano PDO crème pâtissière, complementing the dessert perfectly.

Price: 4-course experience £65pp. Prosecco DOC pairing £35pp