Sotto Enoteca & Trattoria

You'll find Sotto tucked away on Deanhaugh Street in Stockbridge, a neighbourhood that's quietly become one of Edinburgh's best for eating and drinking. This is the kind of place where they've clearly thought about every detail—from the Italian wines they've chosen (not the obvious stuff) to the pasta they're making in-house. The vibe is intimate without feeling pretentious; you're sitting close to other diners, which somehow makes everything taste better. Come here when you want proper Roman-style cooking and someone who actually knows their Barolo from their Barbaresco.