Bella Italia have over 100 Italian restaurants across the UK serving pizza, pasta, Italian classics and more, made with ingredients from Italian-family producers.
What each source says
- Google Places 4.4 5,940
- Tripadvisor 4.0 2,312
Bar length is review volume, so you can see how much weight sits behind each score. Captured 2026-08-21.
What visitors single out
Liked
- Convenient Royal Mile Location Situated in the heart of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, this restaurant offers an easily accessible dining option for tourists and visitors exploring the city's attractions.
- Delicious Italian Cuisine The restaurant serves tasty Italian dishes, including pasta, pizza, and desserts, with particular praise for items like the chicken Milanese, mushroom risotto, and gluten-free options.
- Extensive Menu with Dietary Options The menu caters to various dietary needs, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, with clear allergen notifications, ensuring a pleasant experience for those with restrictions.
- Friendly and Attentive Staff Many reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, attentiveness, and helpfulness, highlighting servers like Danny, Dominika, Justyna, Maria and Ramon for their exceptional service and recommendations.
- Quick and Efficient Service Even during busy periods, the restaurant is known for its quick service, making it a great option for a quick bite to eat or a meal before a tour or show.
Criticised
- Automatic Service Charge An automatic service charge is added to the bill, which some customers may find unexpected or disagree with, particularly when using certain payment methods.
- Cleanliness Issues Some reviewers have reported issues with the cleanliness of the toilets and floors, which can detract from the overall dining experience.
- Inconsistent Food Quality Some reviewers have found the food to be bland or lacking in flavor, with occasional issues like watery pasta sauces or stale ingredients.
- Small Portion Sizes Several reviewers noted that portion sizes, particularly for pasta dishes, can be smaller than expected, potentially leaving diners wanting more.
- Space Constraints The restaurant can be a little tight in terms of space, potentially leading to a less comfortable dining experience, especially during peak hours.
The longer read
Bella Italia - Edinburgh Northbridge garners consistent praise for its food quality, friendly and attentive service, and convenient location, particularly on the Royal Mile. Many reviewers highlight the delicious Italian cuisine, with specific mentions of the pasta, pizza (including gluten-free options), and desserts like the sticky toffee pudding and lemon cheesecake. The restaurant caters well to various dietary needs, offering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, with clear allergen notifications on the menu. Several reviewers specifically call out the restaurant's ability to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies, even mentioning a "Made with Love - Allergen Aware" sign being added to their table. Diners consistently commend the staff for their friendliness, attentiveness, and professionalism. Numerous reviewers name specific staff members (such as Maria, Levante, Magda, Dominika, Cameron, Ramon, Danny, Ingrida, Justyna, Bartex, and Dorka), praising their exceptional service, helpful recommendations, and welcoming demeanor. The restaurant's atmosphere is often described as lively, cozy, and inviting, with some reviewers mentioning the nice decor and window seating offering great views of the street. The restaurant is noted for being family-friendly. The speed of service is also highlighted, with many reviewers noting that the food is served quickly, even when the restaurant is busy. While most experiences are positive, some reviewers mention issues with portion sizes, cleanliness of restrooms, or automatic service charges. A few reviewers found the food to be bland or lacking in authenticity. However, the overwhelming consensus is that Bella Italia provides a great dining experience with tasty food and exceptional service, making it a recommended choice for Italian cuisine in Edinburgh. The central location and ability to accommodate walk-ins are also seen as advantages. The restaurant is particularly praised for its ability to create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere, with staff going above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction.
A synthesis of third-party reviews supplied by Mindtrip travel index. Not written by Breaks.
Getting there
- Phone
- +44 131 378 1918
- Website
- bellaitalia.co.uk/restaurants/edinburgh/northbridge/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_lpm_bellaitalia_edinburghnorthbridge
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| Tue | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Wed | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Thu | 11:30 - 22:00 |
| Fri | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Sat | 11:30 - 23:00 |
| Sun | 11:30 - 22:00 |
Against the neighbourhood
Rated 4.3 against a median of 4.5 across the 144 places to eat we hold for Edinburgh, where the most-reviewed is Dishoom Edinburgh.
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Where this comes from
Venue records are drawn from the Mindtrip travel index, which aggregates place data and review signals from Google Places, Tripadvisor and booking providers. Ratings are reproduced per source rather than merged into a single number. Distances to nearby venues are computed here as great-circle distances between the published coordinates, not walking or driving routes. Comparison figures are medians computed across the venues we hold for the same neighbourhood or city.
Source: Mindtrip travel index, captured 2026-08-21.
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