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Viet Taste
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Tucked away in Stockbridge, Viet Taste delivers a surprisingly authentic slice of Vietnam without the long trek to the city centre. The menu focuses on bold, home-style dishes like the cheese-filled fish patties and sizzling beef steak, served in a no-frills setting that prioritises flavour over fancy. It’s the kind of spot where you’ll leave full, satisfied, and already planning your next visit for that perfect bowl of pho.
Known For
- •Cheese-Filled Vietnamese Fish Patties
- •Sizzling Beef Steak
- •Vietnamese Salmon Noodle Soup
- •Authentic Vietnamese flavours
Best For
quick lunchcasual dinnerauthentic Vietnamese food
1 review
City InsidersEditorialMarch 30, 2026
Authentic Vietnamese in Stockbridge
Viet Taste is a quiet gem in Stockbridge that punches well above its weight when it comes to authentic Vietnamese flavours. The menu is straightforward but packed with character—think cheese-filled fish patties that are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, or the sizzling beef steak that arrives bubbling with eggs and pate. It’s not the fanciest spot in Edinburgh, but if you’re after genuine taste without the tourist trap vibe, this is it.
The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, perfect for a no-fuss meal with friends or a quick bite after a walk down the Water of Leith. Service is friendly and efficient, though don’t expect white-glove treatment. What you get instead is honest cooking at fair prices, which is rare enough in the capital to make it worth seeking out.