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Al Dente Restaurant

139 Easter Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QA, Scotland
01316521932
Ranked #62 of 1,093 restaurants in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 132 Reviews
Price range: S$32 - S$73
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Leith
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Small resturant hidden away on Easter Road. The frontage is discrete with frosted windows and to honest not very welcoming..... but the food is amazing. I went with my parents and boyfriend on a Saturday night with a reservation which was probably unneccessary.The resturant was quiet with only a five other people at two other tables. The service was good... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This little restaurant is situated a little outside the city centre, inconspicuously huddled between some takeaways and travel shops I think. Despite its inauspicious surroundings, this is simply one of the finest restaurants in Edinburgh, and one to which I happily return time and time again. The hosts' confident banter is backed up by their attentiveness and excellent knowledge of... More

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I went to this restaurant with a friend using a voucher we got from monster deals. on walking in it was a welcome sight, relaxed decor with a bit of italian charm, waiter was very friendly and food was well cooked and delicious - have only been to Italy once and that was a few years ago so cant comment... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Visited this restaurant for birthday celebrations, and chose restaurant after reading the good reviews. Problems started when asking for water with meal, waiter had top be reminded more than once to bring this. Also asked for additional bread for the table and again waiter had to be prompted when this failed to turn up. When ordering waiter main courses waiter... More

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North Yorks
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

Took the opportunity of an Itison voucher to visit this place, otherwise we'd never have thought of going there. It's a bit off the beaten track but well worth finding now I know how good it is! Interesting menu, extremely tasty. I am usually disappointed in Italian restaurants because I feel I could have done better, but not here! It... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

love this place, food and service always good, fresh and varied good italian food

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dublin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

Had risotto & pasta which was as good as any we have had in Italy. Please try the risotto with squid ink ! The restaurant takes part in the Taste Card & Gourmet Society scheme - so pay for one main course get the other free. One small thing the portion was not huge - think perhaps that they encourage... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

This was my second trip here after having enjoyed an excellent meal with work colleagues in December 2010. The food was as before; simple and tasty. My wife cheerfully experimented with fish dishes which was quite unusual for her and I think that was down to the relaxed (but efficient) service. Price seemed fine for what we got and we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

The restaurant definitely fulfilled my expectations. It's a small (some would say 'cosy') restaurant located in an area where you wouldn't expect great dining experience! I went with a friend and we were both happy with the service, felt slightly claustrophobic though, but I guess they need to maximise the number of tables to serve as many clients as possible...... More

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edinburgh
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

our third visit here and I must say we have loved our meal every time started with a half portion of pasta (a bit like lasagne but with small shells ) and the mince stuffed cabbage and both were superb for mains we had the stuffed fish and the fish pie and again both were lovely although I thought the... More

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