Fresh, authentic Italian pasta made daily with traditional recipes like amatriciana and ragu.
Curated list of Italian wines and premium grappa to complement your meal.
Intimate seating in a charming Old Town setting, ideal for romantic or casual dinners.
Rotating menu features including pasta of the day and seasonal Italian dishes.
Food packaged to-go for convenience, with attentive care from our staff.
Decent handmade pasta. Only complaint is the sauce of ragu tastes exactly the same as the meatballs entry which is a bit boring for my experience.
The pasta I had was delicious, the sauce had lots of flavor, the meatballs were excellent, and the service was great. I didn't have a reservation, which I'm sure can be a problem during the high tourist season since the seating area is quite limited, but thankfully when I got there, I was seated right away. The prices did seem a bit high, but this is a very nice restaurant located in the old town, so it was what I expected in this situation. There is a 12.5% gratuity fee added to your bill. The wait staff were very kind, and when I had to leave early due to a bad headache, they put my food in a to to container and showed concern about my well-being, which was greatly appreciated. I would recommend this restaurant!
Tasty food and decent service, but prices are a bit high. The place is comfortable though not remarkable. Great if you’re after good Italian cuisine, less so if you’re watching your budget. Breakdown: 🍝 Food: 8/10 💰 Price: 3/10 👨🍳 Service: 7/10 🏠 Space: 6/10
Absolutely marvellous... I'd highly recommend this place. The food was delicious, the staff were great and they serve some exceptional Grappa! The BEST meal of our long weekend break in the city.
Best pasta I ever had. I took the main of the day, pasta all' amatriciana. The sauce was amazing. There was a strong flavor of tomato with a spicy touch that was perfect! And the pork was so crispy! If I ever come back to Edinburgh I will eat here again for sure!

Authentic Italian flavors in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town.
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La Locanda is a charming Italian restaurant and wine bar nestled on Cockburn Street in Edinburgh's historic Old Town. We specialize in handmade pasta, flavorful sauces, and exceptional Italian cuisine, served in a cozy, intimate setting. Our menu features classics like pasta all'amatriciana, meatballs, and ragu, paired with a curated selection of wines and grappa. With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,200 reviews, we pride ourselves on warm, attentive service and a memorable dining experience. Perfect for romantic dinners, casual meals, or savoring authentic Italian dishes in Edinburgh.
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