New openings in Edinburgh and Glasgow
We've seen a bunch of new openings in the capital and over on the west coast this month with more to look forward to throughout Autumn. Here's the ones that have got us talking...
Pizza loving locals will be delighted to learn that Leith-based east PIZZAS has unveiled a second branch on Morningside Road. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 5pm ‘til late, expect the same great sourdough and locally sourced ingredients as the original Commercial Street restaurant. Just down the road in Tollcross, you’ll find Tables at Bennets, a pop-up bar and dining area located in the old La Petite Mort and offering everything from Scottish light bites to hearty pub grub.
Over on The Mound, The Scottish Café and Restaurant has finally re-opened its doors following an extensive seven-month refurbishment. The menu showcases the very best seasonal and local Scottish produce as well as tempting treats like home-baked cakes and High Tea for two.
PIGGS on Canongate is another new opening in the heart of the Old Town. The food and wine bar combines authentic Spanish tapas with local Scottish produce. Think IJ Mellis cheeseboards and classic bocadillos. For good coffee, freshly baked pastries, crisp salads and hearty sandwiches, head over to Kohi at YOTEL Edinburgh on Queen Street and you’ll find a new bright and airy cafe serving locals and travellers.
Looking ahead, we’re counting down the days until Tattu opens in October, in the newly refurbished Mint Building on West Register Street. Diners can expect a twist on modern Chinese cuisine and plenty of insta-worthy opportunities from the dishes and interiors.
Meanwhile in Glasgow, there’s plenty to get excited about too. For tacos and tunes, hit up Mezcal on Hope Street. The Mexican taqueria and cantina bar hosts live DJ sets from Thursday to Saturday. Feel like upping your five-a-day? Head to Civic House Canteen on Civic Street where you can get a nutritious, plant-based lunch for a fiver and take part in a whole range of food and cooking workshops too.
Over on Great Western Road, you’ll find wholesome new wine bar and eatery Bar Brett which specialises in sustainably sourced wine and small sharing plates of fresh shellfish, charcuterie and cheeses. Whilst in Finnieston, a new Turkish restaurant is due to move into the space formerly occupied by The Kitchen café on 1032 Argyle Street. Meze Meze will serve a mix of traditional Persian and Turkish dishes cooked on a charcoal grill as well as flavourful modern reinterpretations.
Rumour has it Paesano Pizza is also eyeing up a new base, soon to be called Sugo, in the Lighthouse Building. No confirmed opening yet but watch this space.