2014 Festive Brochure

Festive Season 20141 S T TO 24 T H DEC E M BE R

The Festive Season with the Vittoria GroupThe Vittoria Group is an Edinburgh institution and our restaurants have been part of the city’s life for over 40 years. A family run business, our award-winning eateries o�er authentic Italian cuisine, using only the �nest quality products, matched by an extensive wine and drinks list and completed with warm, friendly service from our team.

Throughout December we are o�ering fabulous festive dining for both lunch and dinner - the perfect excuse to get together with family, friends or colleagues. Or, if you are planning your o�ce bash, then why not book one of our private rooms and make the party exclusively yours?

With a choice of fantastic venues to suit any occasion, our restaurants are the perfect place to celebrate the festive season; and they are particularly special at this time of year, as they are adorned with Christmas trees and sparkling fairy lights, perfectly complemented by our delicious food and unrivalled Italian hospitality.

We are also open for Hogmanay and there really is nowhere better to celebrate the arrival of 2015. Why not get together with friends, family or loved ones, immerse yourself in our relaxing and convivial ambience, settle in for a delicious dinner from our extensive a la carte menus, and let our team take care of you.

After over forty years in business, and with over 20 national awards, the Crolla family continue to serve up a winning combination, so wherever you choose to dine you are assured of a warm welcome, authentic Italian food and excellent service.

We hope you’ll pop in. My parents, Alberto & Dina, wife, Angela, sons Leandro & Alberto Jr, and myself look forward to welcoming you this festive season.

Tony Crolla OWNER OF VITTORIA GROUP

The ‘original’ Vittoria’s on Leith Walk has been part of city life for more than 40 years and is an Edinburgh institution. Renowned for its warm and welcoming ambience, Vittoria’s is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season whether you’re planning an evening with your loved one or catching up with friends or family.

And, if you are looking for a venue for your o�ce get together, why not book our ‘party room’. Serving up fantastic Italian food with our friendly team to look after you, why go anywhere else.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY

PERFECT FOR LARGER GROUPS

EXCLUSIVE USE OF PARTY ROOM (For 40+ guests) - no hire fee

OPEN DAILY FOR FESTIVE LUNCH & DINNER

OPEN UNTIL 1AM ON HOGMANAY

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION

CALL US ON (0131) 556 6171OR EMAIL [email protected]

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Italian Minestrone Soup Delicious chunky, farmhouse style soup full of goodness & fresh vegetables.

Celeriac Soup Drizzled with tru�e oil.

Steamed Shetland MusselsSweet mussels with garlic, chilli & tomato �nished with parsley.

Bruschetta with Woodland MushroomsToasted garlic bread topped with woodland mushrooms & gorgonzola cheese then grilled.

Beef Carpaccio Drizzled with tru�e oil & �nished with fresh parmesan & pea shoots.

Polpette Vittoria's famous meatballs in our tangy sweet & sour tomato sauce, served with a side of garlic bread.

Parma Ham & Fig Salad Slices of the �nest ham, served withbu�alo mozzarella & �gs and �nished with a honey & balsamic vinegar dressing.

Braised Beef Steak Tru�e mashed potatoes with a fricassée of woodland mushrooms, pancetta & artichokes.

Roast Turkey Free-range turkey served with all the trimmings & cranberry sauce.

Slow Cooked Lamb Shank Served with a bean stew, roasted tomatoes & garlic.

Christmas Style Pizza Tender pieces of turkey & spiced sausagewith cranberry relish �nished with delicious festive herbs.

Pan-fried Sea Bream FilletServed with squid and chilli linguine tossed in a lemon and parsley butter.

Pumpkin, Sage & Ricotta CannelloniLarge tube pasta �lled with mashed pumpkin & ricotta, roasted with a Napoli sauce, served on a bed of sautéed spinach & �nished with fresh parmesan shavings.

Lasagna Di Mamma Layers of pasta, tomato, rich béchamel sauce,minced meat & mozzarella. Just like Mamma's.

Mushroom RavioliSautéed woodland mushrooms �nished with a drizzle of tru�e oil & fresh parmesan.

Tagliatelle Vittoria Ribbon pasta with tomato, mincemeat, cream, mushroom, onion & spicy sausage. Our best-selling dish – bellissimo!

Christmas Pudding A rich pudding of fruit & nuts served with hot brandy custard.

Pro�teroles Filled with chantilly cream, served with a salted caramel & chocolate sauce.

Tiramisu Della Tradizione Classic style with co�ee & mascarpone cheese.

Glazed Lemon Tart A zingy lemon tart served with a blackcurrant sorbet.

Baked Chocolate Fondant Served with vanilla ice cream.

Italian Ice Cream or Sorbets Two scoops from our selection of delicious �avours.

Christmas Cheese Selection Served with walnuts, tru�e honey & oatcakes.

ComplimentaryGLASS OF PROSECCODine on our 3 course Festive menu, Mon to Wed & each guest will enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco.

*advance bookings only

Conveniently located on George IV Bridge, in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, Vittoria on the Bridge has been serving up delicious, authentic Italian cuisine since it opened in 2007. It really is the perfect venue for your festive celebrations, whether you’re catching up with friends & family or organising your o�ce party - we’ve got an amazing party room that’s just perfect for larger groups of up to 100 guests.

One of the city’s most popular eateries you are guaranteed a warm welcome, perfectly complemented by divine festive menus served up by our award-winning kitchen brigade.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY

PERFECT FOR LARGER GROUPS

EXCLUSIVE USE OF PARTY ROOM (for 80+ guests) - no hire fee


LAST ORDERS 11PM ON HOGMANAY




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Italian Minestrone Soup Delicious chunky, farmhouse style soup full of goodness & fresh vegetables.

Celeriac Soup Drizzled with tru�e oil.

Steamed Shetland MusselsSweet mussels with garlic, chilli & tomato �nished with parsley.

Bruschetta with Woodland MushroomsToasted garlic bread topped with woodland mushrooms & gorgonzola cheese then grilled.

Beef Carpaccio Drizzled with tru�e oil & �nished with fresh parmesan & pea shoots.

Polpette Vittoria's famous meatballs in our tangy sweet & sour tomato sauce, served with a side of garlic bread.

Parma Ham & Fig Salad Slices of the �nest ham, served withbu�alo mozzarella & �gs and �nished with a honey & balsamic vinegar dressing.

Braised Beef Steak Tru�e mashed potatoes with a fricassée of woodland mushrooms, pancetta & artichokes.

Roast Turkey Free-range turkey served with all the trimmings & cranberry sauce.

Slow Cooked Lamb Shank Served with a bean stew, roasted tomatoes & garlic.

Christmas Style Pizza Tender pieces of turkey & spiced sausagewith cranberry relish �nished with delicious festive herbs.

Pan-fried Sea Bream FilletServed with squid and chilli linguine tossed in a lemon and parsley butter.

Pumpkin, Sage & Ricotta CannelloniLarge tube pasta �lled with mashed pumpkin & ricotta, roasted with a Napoli sauce, served on a bed of sautéed spinach & �nished with fresh parmesan shavings.

Lasagna Di Mamma Layers of pasta, tomato, rich béchamel sauce,minced meat & mozzarella. Just like Mamma's.

Mushroom RavioliSautéed woodland mushrooms �nished with a drizzle of tru�e oil & fresh parmesan.

Tagliatelle Vittoria Ribbon pasta with tomato, mincemeat, cream, mushroom, onion & spicy sausage. Our best-selling dish – bellissimo!

Christmas Pudding A rich pudding of fruit & nuts served with hot brandy custard.

Pro�teroles Filled with chantilly cream, served with a salted caramel & chocolate sauce.

Tiramisu Della Tradizione Classic style with co�ee & mascarpone cheese.

Glazed Lemon Tart A zingy lemon tart served with a blackcurrant sorbet.

Baked Chocolate Fondant Served with vanilla ice cream.

Italian Ice Cream or Sorbets Two scoops from our selection of delicious �avours.

Christmas Cheese Selection Served with walnuts, tru�e honey & oatcakes.



La Favorita, Edinburgh’s best pizzeria, is an ideal venue to celebrate the festive season in style. We are famous for our wood-�re oven cooked pizzas and gourmet pastas, but we o�er so much more and our festive menus are packed with a delicious choice of dishes with something to suit everyone.

This Christmas why not enjoy the authentic taste of an Italian pizzeria in contemporary surroundings? La Favorita is the perfect place for catching up with friends, family and colleagues - and don’t forget we have a fantastic party room available for larger groups.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY

AUTHENTIC, AWARD-WINNING PIZZERIA

PRIVATE PARTY ROOM(up to 25 guests) – no hire fee






ONLY £28 PER PERSON

Wild Mushroom & Parsley SoupWith grilled focaccia croutons.

In-house Cured SalmonDelicate slices of Scottish salmon cured with red pepper and lime served with roasted vegetables and �nished with a lime dressing.

Smoked Turkey Breast Lightly smoked breast of free-range turkey on a bed of rocket leaves, served with a stewed cherry chutney & toasted sourghdough.

Pesto Arancini Delicious rice balls stu�ed with Mozzarella & served with a stewed vine tomato sauce.

Bauletti alla MediterraneaFresh pasta parcels �lled with salted sheep's milk ricotta, sundried tomatoes & black olives parcels, coated in a rocket pesto & �nished with fresh parmesan.

Roasted Belly of Lamb Marinated with garlic & lemon, served on a bed of creamy polenta with rosemary & parmesan.

Scottish Corn-Fed Free-Range Chicken Stu�ed with Nduja sausage and mascarpone, & served with sautéed potatoes and green beans with a Fontina cheese sauce.

Tagliolini ai Due Colori con CapesanteStriking squid ink & paprika �avoured tagliolini with prawns and king scallops, courgette, garlic and diced tomato, dressed in a white wine sauce.

Grilled Fillet of Seabream With buttered linguine & chilli, lightly fried broccoli & glazed with balsamic vinegar.

Christmas Style PizzaTender pieces of turkey and spiced sausage with cranberry relish, �nished with delicious festive herbs.

Pizza of your choice from the menu

Cheesecake RafaelloDelicious white chocolate cheesecake with a hint of coconut.

Almond Pannacotta With con�t peach & crushed amaretto biscuits.

TiramisuMade with mascarpone cheese & Savoiardi biscuits soaked in espresso co�ee and co�ee liqueur & �nished with a dusting of cocoa.

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Divino Enoteca is a charming restaurant & wine bar tucked away in the heart of the Old Town. With the ambience & warmth of a traditional ‘Enoteca Italiana’, which is at the heart of Italian culture, it is an enchanting venue for any festive celebration.

O�ering delicious festive dining perfectly complemented by an unrivalled wine list (we o�er over 40 wines by the glass) & our welcoming team to look after you, it’s a unique setting to enjoy the festive season. And, if you are looking for a private dining venue, then why not ask about our delightful Enotria & Lounge rooms which are perfect for larger parties.

COMPLIMENTARY HIRE OF ENOTRIA PRIVATE ROOM(up to 14 guests)

AVAILABLE FOR EXCLUSIVE USE(60-80 guests) – no hire fee

OVER 40 WINES BY THE GLASS

FESTIVE DINNER – MONDAY TO SATURDAY

FESTIVE LUNCH – FRIDAY & SATURDAY





ONLY £35 PER PERSON

ON ARRIVAL

Veneziano cocktailA delicious mix of Prosecco & Aperol.

Chunky Mushroom & Chestnut Soup Scented with tarragon and �nished with Extra Virgin olive oil.

Winter Bean Stew With spicy Nduja sausage served with grilled focaccia bread.

Mixed antipastiFeaturing specially selected Italian salami and �ne Italian cheese served with chicken liver pâté and fresh bread.

Herb Toasted Mozzarella & Pumpkin Mousse with Parma Ham, Served with a parmesan crisp and drizzled with pumpkin oil & balsamic vinegar.

Lobster Ravioli Served with roasted crevettes, spinach and a lobster bisque.

Roasted 6oz Scottish Beef Fillet Served with a wild mushroom polenta cake, sautéed sprouts and pancetta, �nished with a rich red wine jus.

Scottish Corn-Fed Free-Range Chicken Stu�ed with sage and onion sausage meat, wrapped in Parma ham served with a buttered potato fondant and seasonal vegetables.

Baked Pumpkin & Gorgonzola Open LasagneWith a sage and hazelnut cream sauce.

Seared Fillet of BreamOn wilted gem lettuce served with crispy potatoes and capers, �nished with a sherry vinegar and parsley dressing.

Panettone Italian ‘festive’ sweet bread loaf served warm with delicious custard cream.

Rum Pannacotta On a carpaccio of spiced pineapple.

TiramisuMade with mascarpone cheese & Savoiardi biscuits soaked in espresso co�ee and co�ee liqueur & �nished with a dusting of cocoa.

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If you are planning to see a show at the Playhouse or, perhaps, heading into town for Christmas shopping, why not pop into Taste of Italy, our all-day dining café, where you’ll enjoy delicious authentic Italian food at a great price.

From fantastic breakfasts and co�ees to get you started, to a great selection of light bites like our delicious paninis, to our freshly prepared pizzas and pasta dishes, plus indulgent home-made cakes that are perfect at any time of the day. Plus you’ll �nd a few festive specials on our menu.

CASUAL ALL-DAY DINING

OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 8AM TILL LATE

FRESH, HOME-MADE FOOD WITH FESTIVE SPECIALS

SIT-IN AND TAKE-AWAY

OPEN UNTIL 3AM ON HOGMANAY

Baxter’s Place (less than a minute from the Playhouse)Reservations not available

Sign up for the Vittoria Card, the exclusive Members’ Club of the Vittoria Group, and enjoy exclusive monthly o�ers and savings right through the year!!! And you’ll be the �rst to hear about what’s on o�er & what’s new at our restaurants!

Whether you are dining out with friends, organising a company party or planning a special occasion, we have a venue to suit. Choose from our award award-winning restaurants around the city, including Vittoria on the Bridge & Vittoria on the Walk; La Favorita, the award-winning gourmet pizzeria; & Divino Enoteca, wine bar & restaurant.

And, even better, signing up for a Vittoria Card is ABSOLUTELY FREE!

Collect your free Vittoria Card in any of our restaurants. Just ask one of the team – it only takes a minute to sign up! Simply �ll in the short form and collect your card on your next visit. Once you have your card you can start enjoying exclusive o�ers throughout the year. Don’t miss out! Sign up now!

EXCLUSIVE MONTHLY OFFERS STAY INORMED OF NEWS & PROMOTIONS ABSOLUTELY FREE

Join Our Club!

Since Alberto Crolla Sr opened the �rst restaurant, Vittoria, on Leith Walk in 1970, the Vittoria Group has become an Edinburgh institution & the Crolla family continue to serve up a winning combination, so wherever you choose to dine you are assured of a warm welcome, authentic Italian food & excellent service.

Edinburgh’s Favourite Italians Since 1970

2005

La Favorita opens,aiming to be

‘The best pizzeria in Britain’.

1970

Vittoria’s, as we know it,is opened by

Tony Crolla’s parents.

1936

Vittoria’s on Leith Walk startedlife as Pompa's tearoom.

Vittoria on the Walk’ssister restaurant is opened

on George the IV Bridge.

Taste of Italy opens its doors, o�ering snappy service and

a�ordable food.

Modelled after the Enoteca Italiana,Divino, an Italian restaurant and

wine bar makes its debut.

2007 2010 2010

W E A R E A LL CLOS E D ON

Christmas Day & Boxing Day

& OP E N A S US U A L ON

New Year’s Day

VITTORIA ON THE WALK113 Brunswick Street - EH7 5HRt: (0131) 556 6171

VITTORIA ON THE BRIDGE19 George IV Bridge - EH1 1ENt: (0131) 225 1740

DIVINO ENOTECA5 Merchant Street - EH1 2QDt: (0131) 225 1770

TASTE OF ITALY9 Baxters Place - EH1 3AHt: (0131) 557 9998

LA FAVORITA - PIZZERIA325-331 Leith Walk - EH6 8SAt: (0131) 554 2430

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