Bittersweet Leith

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  Lisa Carnie

  ·2 months ago

  “As someone who loves good food great service owner presence great atmosphere and ambition… this place did it all. Two brothers from Italy came up with an outstanding concept. If I lived here I would have been a regular. Fabrizio and his brother Simo are definitely taking their partnership to a new level. The food the drinks the general feel of inclusion in this tiny establishment is exceptional. Our mixologist and servers Sam and Toby were welcoming and knowledgeable and warm. Pastas home made as are about everything else on the drink list and menu. It’s really just “one” of those places you need to experience. Go enjoy then go again.”

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  Mairi Armstrong

  ·2 months ago

  “Fantastic atmosphere, everyone is made to feel welcome. Best cocktails in Edinburgh. Espresso martini to die for. Value for money compared to a lot of other places in Leith. The care is put into every drink.”

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  Kristoffer Boesen

  ·2 months ago

  “Great service and nice drinks! Take requests and delivered. High end cocktails and surprising concoctions. Didn't try the food, but snacks are great. License until 1 pm on Fridays and and Saturdays.”

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  Collin Reay

  ·4 months ago

  “Update still absolutely the best cocktail place in Leith This is the best cocktail bar we've been to in Edinburgh. It's pretty exceptional. Incentive versions of classics and also their own inventions. Exciting bitters and elixirs not to mention their own distilled spirits. It's science. It's fun. It's delicious. Most of all the owner and staff are phenomenal. This could easily be pretentious but it's just a joy!”

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  Paul Hunter

  ·4 months ago

  “Amazing. These guys know what they're doing. The food is perfect. Drink recommendations are on-point. The service is perfectly informal and the passion for good food/drink shines through. I'm looking forward to the next time.”

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  Neil Bethune

  ·6 months ago

  “Brilliant cocktails and small plates. Staff are friendly abd very knowledgeable and passionate at what they do. So good I took a friend back the following day!”

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  Jo May

  ·10 months ago

  “We’re very lucky to have this bar nearby! The cocktail menu is phenomenal and the team are always experimenting to push the boundaries of their craft. The service is flawless! Such a treat each time we go and if you’re local or visiting Edinburgh then put this on your list. I recommend pushing your boundaries and trying something new when choosing a drink - these guys know their stuff! But if you love a classic you must try the velvety espresso, it’s no joke that once you have it you’ll never me able to have any other espresso martini again!”

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  Marco Solferini

  ·1 year ago

  “Cannot flaw the food. True Neapolitan cuisine and some truly mind-blowing cocktails. Great atmosphere and decor too. Their lasagna is possibly the best I've ever tasted outside of Italy. Incredible. Their creamy/frothy Espresso Martini is nothing short of a masterpiece. Worth visiting alone just for that. A must visit 👏🤩”

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  Jillian Mauro

  ·2 years ago

  “THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! We were staying in Leith and we were just a 15 minute walk away from Bittersweet. What a gem! The atomsphere and vibe of this place is so cohesive from the decor, to the menu, to the cocktails, and especially to there service. We were taken care of so well. Fabrizio, who is the head of the distillery and bar, was so warm and welcoming. The cocktails we got drew inspiration from their favorite rap lyrics and the vibe they got from the song. Mine was the Snoop Dogg Peaches and Cream. Well balanced taste and great presentation. Super refreshing and packed a huge punch of peach. The MF Doom cocktail called Guinnesses was a masterpiece. For our food we order every single dish under the ‘Street’ side of the menu. Every dish was flavorful and you can tell was made with such care. My favorite that I will think about forever was the Pistachio Arancini. Perfectly crispy outside with a rich, creamy, and nutty inside. We had a wonderful chat with Fabrizio and the bartender. The bartender gave us many recommendations for the rest of our trip in Scotland which was so sweet of him. We did go on an unusually slow night for them they said. I could write a 1000 more words about my thoughts on this place. We had a lovely dinner and if they were open on Sundays we would come back before our flight!”

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  Phil Cook

  ·3 years ago

  “This place has chopped and changed hands over the years but really hope Bittersweet is here long-term. There's a good range of cocktails from a £5 range to more premium drinks (it's owners are involved with Old Poison distillery) which are well made. We had a few sharing plates, which were all pretty tasty. Wines were good and are roasted regularly. Interior is tasteful and the staff hard working and very attentive. Worth checking out for a cocktail (or two) and some small plates”

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