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Civerinos Slice
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Civerinos Forrest Road is the slice bar that got Edinburgh hooked on serious pizza. Forget standard thin crust—this is where you go for New Haven-style apizza with its signature blistered, charred edges, or Detroit-style with those caramelised cheese rims. The industrial-chic space with exposed brick and graffiti art feels like a slice of NYC transplanted to the University area, making it the go-to for students and locals who want quality over pretension. Skip the fancy sit-down spots and grab a foldable slice here instead.
Known For
- •New Haven-style apizza
- •Detroit-style rectangular pizza
- •72-hour fermented dough
- •late-night slice bar
Best For
quick lunchlate-night bitescasual group hangouts
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 10, 2026
Edinburgh's Best Pizza Slices
Civerinos Forrest Road has become Edinburgh's go-to spot for serious pizza lovers who want quality without the fuss. The New Haven-style slices are genuinely impressive—thin, charred crusts that fold perfectly, topped with generous portions of quality ingredients. The Detroit-style pizzas are a nice twist too, with those crispy, caramelised cheese edges that make you want to scrape the pan clean. It's no wonder TimeOut ranked them among the top pizzas in the world.
The space itself is a bit chaotic, with exposed brick, graffiti art, and a constant buzz of students and locals grabbing slices between classes or after work. Service is fast and efficient, though don't expect table service if you're just grabbing a quick bite. The walk-in only policy means you'll likely queue during peak hours, but it moves quickly and the pizza is worth the wait.
If you're looking for a quiet, romantic dinner, this isn't it. But if you want authentic American-style pizza in a no-nonsense setting, Civerinos delivers. The prices are reasonable for the quality, and the variety of styles means there's something for everyone. Just don't expect to linger too long—this is a place for eating well and moving on.