MINESTRONE
£6.95
Home-made vegetable, mixed bean, ditalini pasta & San Marzano tomato soup with sourdough bread & butter.
MINESTRONE
Home-made vegetable, mixed bean, ditalini pasta & San Marzano tomato soup with sourdough bread & butter.
MOZZARELLA FRITTA
Crisp-fried and breaded mozzarella with San Marzano tomato sugo & Pecorino Romano.
BRUSCHETTA
Toasted sourdough bread topped with marinated tomatoes, basil, oregano, ricotta salata & extra virgin olive oil.
ARANCINO AI FUNGHI
Truffled woodland mushrooms, smoked provola & pasta, crumbed & crisp-fried, served with truffle aioli.
GAMBERI AL LIMONE
King prawns sautéed in white wine, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon & fresh chilli with crostino bread.
CARPACCIO
Carpaccio of prime Scottish beef with fresh rocket, shaved Grana Padano and truffle oil.
CAPESANTE AMARONE
Seared Scottish king scallops, shiitake mushroom, crispy pancetta crumb, creamy saffron velouté & asparagus.
CAPRESE D.O.P
Buffalo mozzarella DOP, heritage tomatoes, rocket pesto, olive crumb, oregano, toasted pine nuts & extra virgin olive oil.
PATÈ DI SALMONE
Scottish salmon, smoked salmon, mascarpone, dill & vermouth pate served with carasau bread.
SALUMI MISTI
Platter of Salame Ventricina, Spianata, Capicola, cotto ham & Mortadella, with buffalo mozzarella, olives, spicy taralli, grissini, scapece courgettes & carasau bread
BRUSCHETTA VEGANA
Toasted sourdough bread with marinated tomatoes, fresh basil, oregano & extra virgin olive oil.
NOCELLARA E PANE FRESCO
Nocellara Del Belice olives & sourdough bread
PIZZA MARGHERITA D.O.P
San Marzano tomato sugo, Fior di latte and buffalo mozzarella, basil & extra virgin olive oil.
PIZZA PEPPERONI PICCANTI
San Marzano tomato sugo, Fior di latte mozzarella, spicy pepperoni & chilli flakes.
PIZZA ORTOLANA
San Marzano tomato sugo, Fior di latte mozzarella, grilled courgettes, aubergine, mixed peppers, basil & extra virgin olive oil.
PIZZA PAZZA
San Marzano tomato sugo, spicy ‘Nduja, Italian sausage, pepperoni, ricotta cheese, Fior di latte mozzarella, black pepper & basil.
PIZZA POLLO DIAVOLA
San Marzano Arrabbiata sugo, marinated chicken, Fior di latte mozzarella, chilli oil, chilli flakes, rocket & spicy mayo.
PIZZA CAMPIONE
San Marzano tomato sugo, marinated chicken, Fior di latte mozzarella, Italian sausage, spicy pepperoni & extra virgin olive oil.
PIZZA PROSCUITTO E FUNGHI
San Marzano tomato sugo, Fior di latte mozzarella, cotto ham & woodland mushrooms.
PIZZA ‘NDUJA AFFUMICATA
Spicy BBQ & ‘Nduja San Marzano tomato sugo, red onion, smoked pancetta, black pepper, buffalo mozzarella, basil & extra virgin olive oil.
CALZONE AL FORNO
Traditional folded pizza topped with light tomato sauce, filled with Fior di latte mozzarella, ricotta, spianata Calabrese, smoked provola, basil & black pepper.
PIZZA MORTAZZA
White pizza base, Fior di latte mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, mortadella, pesto, pistachio crumble & rocket.
GLUTEN FREE PIZZA BASE
Vegan & gluten free
PIZZA MARGHERITA VEGANA
Tomato sugo with fresh basil & vegan mozzarella.
PIZZA MARINARA
Tomato sugo with fresh basil and oregano with leccino olives & garlic.
PIZZA ORTOLANA VEGANA
Tomato sugo, vegan mozzarella, grilled courgettes, aubergine, mixed peppers, fresh basil & extra virgin olive oil.
LINGUINE AL POMODORO
Summer linguine with fresh & marinated tomatoes, garlic, creamy rocket pesto, vegan parmesan style cheese & extra virgin olive oil.
BUCATINI CON CHORIZO
Brindisa Parilla chorizo in a light carbonara-style cream & egg yolk sauce with bucatini pasta, rocket & Grana Padano.
CASARECCE VERDURE
Rich San Marzano tomato & aubergine ragù with casarecce pasta, fresh basil, Fior di latte mozzarella & Pecorino Romano.
LINGUINE AI GAMBERONI
Rich creamy bisque made with prawns, San Marzano tomatoes & brandy with linguine, king prawns, parsley, extra virgin olive oil, topped with a shell-on king prawn.
LASAGNE
Traditional Italian dish of pasta baked with pork & beef slow-cooked ragù, Bechamel sauce, Fior di latte mozzarella & Grana Padano.
LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE
Fresh Scottish clams, garlic & chilli with linguine, extra virgin olive oil & parsley.
CASARECCE POLLO PESTO
Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spicy rocket pesto in a creamy sauce with casarecce pasta & Pecorino Romano.
TORTELLONI DI CAPRA
Tortelloni parcels filled with beetroot and goats’ cheese with rich, creamy saffron sauce & pistachio crumble.
LINGUINE ALLE CAPESANTE
Our signature dish of pan-seared Scottish king scallops with sun-blushed tomatoes, white wine, chilli, garlic, linguine, parsley, lemon zest & chargrilled spring onions
GNOCCHETTI AI FUNGHI
Light baby potato gnocchetti served with woodland mushrooms in rich creamy truffle sauce & ricotta salata.
AL POMODORO
Summer linguine with fresh & marinated tomatoes, garlic, creamy rocket pesto, ricotta salata & extra virgin olive oil.
CON CHORIZO
Brindisa Parilla chorizo in a light carbonara-style cream & egg yolk sauce with bucatini pasta, rocket & Grana Padano.
AI GAMBERONI
Rich creamy bisque made with prawns, San Marzano tomatoes & brandy with linguine, king prawns, parsley, extra virgin olive oil, topped with a shell-on king prawn.
ALLE VONGOLE
Fresh Scottish clams, garlic, chilli, extra virgin olive oil & parsley.
POLLO E PESTO
Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spicy rocket pesto in a creamy sauce with casarecce pasta & Pecorino Romano.
ALLE CAPESANTE
Our signature dish of pan-seared Scottish king scallops with sun-blushed tomatoes, white wine, chilli, garlic, linguine, parsley, lemon zest & chargrilled spring onions
LINGUINE AGLIO, OLIO E PEPERONCINO
A simple but tasty classic, linguine pasta with garlic, olive oil, fresh red chilli & parsley
POLLO PORCINI
Grilled supreme of chicken, roasted rosemary potato, asparagus wrapped in pancetta, porcini mushroom & truffle sauce.
ANATRA LUCANA
Pan-fried marinated duck breast, grilled endive, saffron mash & sweet Amaro sauce.
ABERDEEN ANGUS BURGER
Prime steak burger in a puccia bun with melted pecorino sardo, crispy pancetta, caramelised red onion, baby Cos lettuce, beef tomato & spicy mayo served with pickled gherkin, jalapeños & skin-on fries
INSALATA DI POLLO
Marinated & grilled chicken, baby gem lettuce, radish, caramelised onions, crispy potatoes, sourdough croutons, pine nuts & ginger mayo dressing
FILETTO ALLA GRIGLIA
227g Prime fillet.
ENTRECÔTE ALLA GRIGLIA
255g Prime rib-eye.
GAMBERONI IN PADELLA
Top your steak with pan-fried king prawns, garlic butter & parsley.
SALSE PER LA CARNE
GAMBERONI ALLA SICILIANA
King prawns in rich creamy shellfish bisque with garlic, chilli, chives sun-dried tomatoes, crisp-fried Arborio saffron risotto cake & lemon zest.
ORATA DI MARE
Pan-fried fillets of marinated sea bream served with dill potato, wilted spinach with pine nuts & raisins, creamy lemon sauce, hazelnuts & olive crumb.
MERLUZZO E FARRO
Cod loin baked with marinated sun-dried tomato, farro cooked with San Marzano tomatoes with creamy tomato & pesto sauce.
NOCELLARA DEL BELICE GREEN OLIVES
SOURDOUGH BREAD
GARLIC BREAD
RUSTIC CHIPS
ROSEMARY FONDANT POTATO
SAFFRON MASH
SPINACH, RAISINS, PINE NUTS & CHILLI
SCAPECE COURGETTES
ROCKET & SHAVED GRANA PADANO
TOMATO, OREGANO & BASIL SALAD
GLUTEN FREE BREAD
POLLO PORCINI
Grilled supreme of chicken, roasted rosemary potato, asparagus wrapped in pancetta, porcini mushroom & truffle sauce.
GAMBERONI ALLA SICILIANA
King prawns in rich creamy shellfish bisque with garlic, chilli, chives sun-dried tomatoes, crisp-fried Arborio saffron risotto cake & lemon zest.
ANATRA LUCANA
Pan-fried marinated duck breast, grilled endive, saffron mash & sweet Amaro sauce.
AL ROSMARINO
Fresh rosemary, Maldon sea salt & extra virgin olive oil.
PICCANTE
Garlic, chilli oil, Maldon sea salt & parsley.
MOUSSE AL CIOCCOLATO
Dark chocolate mousse, crispy almond base, salted caramel sauce & chocolate tuile.
TIRAMISÙ
Savoiardi sponge soaked in espresso coffee, mascarpone & zabaione cream.
CHEESECAKE AI LAMPONI
Butter biscuit base & cream cheese topping with Campari & raspberry sauce.
PANNA COTTA
White chocolate & Madagascan vanilla panna cotta, topped with black peppered strawberries with fresh basil, lemon & extra virgin olive oil.
COPPA ALL’ AMARENA
Italian vanilla ice cream & Amarena dark cherries.
AFFOGATO
Italian vanilla ice cream & shot of espresso.
Located in the heart of Edinburgh at 12-13 St Andrew Square, Amarone brings a vibrant yet elegant slice of Italy to the city’s buzzing dining scene. The Amarone Menu offers a polished fusion of classic and contemporary Italian dishes that cater to both casual diners and those seeking a refined culinary experience.
As someone with a deep appreciation for Italian cuisine, I was thoroughly impressed by the menu's balance. Starters such as the Capesante - seared scallops with parsnip purée and pancetta - exemplify the kitchen’s attention to texture and flavour layering. The pasta selection is a standout: their Tagliatelle al Ragu di Cinghiale (wild boar ragù) is rich, gamey, and comforting, a far cry from generic Italian fare. Pizza lovers aren’t left behind either, with authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan-style options like the Salsiccia e Friarielli offering a bold yet traditional profile.
Main courses move beyond expectations. The Filetto al Pepe Verde, featuring a perfectly seared fillet steak with green peppercorn sauce, was cooked with precision and showcased Amarone's confidence with meat. For seafood enthusiasts, the Branzino alla Griglia - grilled sea bass with seasonal vegetables - is light, fresh, and beautifully plated.
Where Amarone distinguishes itself from other Italian eateries is in its upscale presentation, attentive service, and elegant ambience that still feels welcoming. While it may not be the most budget-friendly option in the city, the quality of ingredients, portion sizes, and consistency more than justify the price.
Whether you're visiting for a date night, a business lunch, or a celebratory dinner, Amarone's menu offers enough variety and sophistication to suit a range of occasions. For anyone seeking a reliable and authentic Italian dining experience in Edinburgh, this venue remains a top contender.