Photos
Sotto
“Matches your preference for quiet, immersive environments. This venue's atmosphere aligns with your saved favorites.”
L'ambiance
Sotto is the real deal for Italian lovers in Stockbridge—think rustic trattoria vibes with a serious wine program curated by sommelier James Clark. The basement dining room feels intimate and authentic, while the upstairs enoteca is perfect for a lively pre-dinner drink. You’ll find generous portions of handmade pasta, the gnocco fritto is a must-order, and the 200+ Italian wines are backed by staff who actually know their stuff.
Known For
- •gnocco fritto
- •200+ Italian wines
- •handmade pasta
- •Calabrian chef Francesco Ascrizzi
Best For
Location & Hours
Horaires non disponibles
Avis (1)
Authentic Italian trattoria with serious wine credentials
Sotto has quickly become a standout in Stockbridge’s restaurant scene, bringing genuine Italian warmth to Edinburgh. The two-level setup works beautifully—the bustling enoteca upstairs is great for drinks and light bites, while the trattoria downstairs offers a more relaxed, candlelit atmosphere perfect for lingering over pasta. The menu is straightforward but executed with care: the gnocco fritto is crispy and addictive, the rigatoni alla norma is rich and comforting, and the wine list is genuinely impressive with staff who can guide you through it without pretension.
What sets Sotto apart is the authenticity. Chef Francesco Ascrizzi brings Calabrian roots and experience from Edinburgh’s best Italian spots, and it shows in every dish. The service is friendly and knowledgeable, mostly Italian staff who clearly love what they do. It’s not fancy in a stuffy way, but it’s polished enough for a special night out without feeling like you’re dressing up for a board meeting.
Lire en français
Sotto s’est imposé comme une référence italienne authentique dans le quartier branché de Stockbridge. L’ambiance se divise en deux niveaux : l’enoteca animée à l’étage, idéale pour un verre et quelques amuse-bouches, et la trattoria en sous-sol, plus intime et chaleureuse, parfaite pour savourer un repas tranquillement. Les plats sont simples mais exécutés avec soin : le gnocco fritto croustillant est un incontournable, la rigatoni alla norma est riche et réconfortante, et la carte des vins, avec plus de 200 références italiennes, est accompagnée par un personnel passionné et compétent.
Ce qui distingue Sotto, c’est cette authenticité italienne. Le chef Francesco Ascrizzi, originaire de Calabre et ayant travaillé dans les meilleures adresses italiennes d’Édimbourg, imprime sa marque dans chaque assiette. Le service est convivial et expert, souvent composé d’Italiens qui aiment ce qu’ils font. L’endroit n’est pas prétentieux, mais suffisamment soigné pour une soirée spéciale sans être guindé.