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Italian, Cafe, Mediterranean, European
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
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Reviewed June 5, 2022

Simple, delicious sandwiches of fresh crunchy bread; small, round, fluffy pizzas; cakes and pastries with price tags that make you wonder why everyone else is charging so much. This is simply the best place in Edinburgh for a quick take-away lunch, and deservedly sells-out early.

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed March 31, 2022 via mobile

I've been here loads of times and it's always amazing - great food, service and very reasonably priced. It has a very nice family feel to it.

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed March 3, 2022 via mobile

Just the best. Absolutely perfect. So wish it was closer to Midlothian and I’d go every single day. I cannot believe there’s not always a queue down the street. Fantastic food. Never been let down over the years. Just sublime.

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed September 3, 2021 via mobile

Go out of your way to get a Polentoni sandwich - it’s 110% worth it! The bread, meats, cheeses and fillings are authentically Italian and very reasonably priced for the exceptional quality they are. I used to go here lots when it was a full...restaurant and their food was always outstanding. I think they only do take away now. Can’t recommend highly enough! Also the staff are lovely :)More

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed August 29, 2021

Just happened to stumble across this place on the way to somewhere else and immediately after seeing what was on offer in the window we said we would have to come straight back here! We went for the Nduja & Gorgonzola Focaccia and a Dark...Chocolate Cake. Both were so amazing and fresh! Staff were so polite and friendly. Served at the door just after covid restrictions lifted in Scotland. Well worth a trip to, won’t be disappointed. Some amazing choices, it was hard to decide!!More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed August 25, 2021

Triple good. Coffee is great and the pastries and sandwiches are glorious. Everything is especial and simple at the same time. Very good flavours and ingredientes. Love it for take away in the morning.

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed August 24, 2021 via mobile

Needed quick pastry breakfast and coffee on the go and it was just the place. Pleasant staff and great quality food. Ended up getting 2 different switches while waiting for my coffee as everything looked so delicious! Good coffee too!

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed August 6, 2021 via mobile

Many claim to have ‘gourmet’ fast food - Polentoni DOES! I am an Italian who has lived in Edinburgh for 20 years and Polentoni is possibly the only place where I have found authentic italian flavours. Franco is really knowledgeable and passionate about gastronomy and...always keeps the offering interesting and varied by introducing regional specialities to his Scottish customers. More vegetarian options than in the past, SO GOOD!More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed May 24, 2021

Their sandwiches and focaccias are OUT OF THIS WORLD.. I could have them everyday. Definitely worth a try!

Date of visit: May 2021
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Reviewed January 15, 2021 via mobile

Best ever pastries - Nutella Swirl this morning was amazing. Going back to try their bread. They do take away - I’m so glad. Good luck guys, your food is just brilliant.

Date of visit: January 2021
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Reviewed December 7, 2020

This is a superb take away and we were delighted with the soup and amazing sandwiches. The range on offer was very good.

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed October 29, 2020 via mobile

Great little proper Italian on Easter Road. Currently takeaway only. Wonderfully fresh sandwiches at lunch time. Brilliant seafood dinners at weekends. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed October 9, 2020 via mobile

Had the prosciutto and mushroom sauce sandwhich which was unbelievably tasty! Staff is nice and the coffee tastes great. Could not recommend enough :)

Date of visit: October 2020
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Reviewed August 4, 2020

What I was served was poor, I ordered meatballs for starters and they were cold in the middle, they might have been fresh when they were made but not not when I ordered them, when I ordered the salmon, well let's just say portion size...it equalled to a fish finger with a table spoon of salad. The tiramasu was nice until we got to the bottom of the dish where it was watery. When I compare this restaraunt to other Italian restarauntas I was not impressed.More

Date of visit: August 2020
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Travel58160040974, Owner at Polentoni, responded to this reviewResponded August 5, 2020

Hi, I am sorry to hear you didn’t enjoy your meal. Can you please specify when you ordered it, we haven’t had salmon on the menu since we reopened.

Reviewed July 23, 2020

Header says it all. The tastiest food I've had in Edinburgh. Stumbled upon it by accident about 2/3 years back and wouldn't go a month without heading along for a breakfast. Wonderful staff, super intimate, cozy and warm. The place is often busy and I've...found I've had to wait a couple of mins on a couple of occasions. For a Sunday morning, a queue is testament to everything I've mentioned above. And don't be deterred by the wait. The turn around is very quick and you'd regret going anywhere else. If you haven't been, please, please support this place when lockdown lifts. A true diamond in the rough.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Yes, Polentoni offers takeout services.

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  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5