Spitaki Greek Taverna, nestled in Edinburgh on E Claremont Street, has garnered rave reviews from patrons who celebrate its authentic Greek cuisine and inviting atmosphere. With a commitment to quality, diners rave about the freshness of the ingredients, evident in dishes like the mouthwatering octopus and heavenly baked feta. Naomi Battison describes her experience as “absolutely fantastic,” praising the impeccable service and delightful flavors. The establishment offers a unique tapas-style dining experience, allowing guests to savor dishes as they come. Regulars like Josh Goodey commend the restaurant for consistently delivering delicious meals that leave plates cleared and appetites satisfied. Kevin McPadden highlights the sensible pricing paired with remarkable dishes, such as the addictive garlic mushrooms and richly flavoured pork chop. Phil Cook emphasizes the delectable cheese saganaki and smoky aubergine dip, noting their bold flavors and perfect pairing with pillowy flatbreads. The warm and attentive service from the owners further enhances the experience, making it a cherished spot for both locals and visitors. As Spitaki celebrates its impressive 10-year milestone, it remains a cornerstone of the Edinburgh dining scene, promising more years of culinary delights. If you're in the area, make a reservation – this cozy taverna is a true gem worth discovering.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
No takeaway
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Spitaki Greek Taverna
Naomi Battison
May 12,2025
My friend and I had dinner here and it was absolutely fantastic! The food was delicious, the service was impeccable — not a single thing to fault. Such a lovely find, and we’ll definitely be coming back!
Nadi
May 11,2025
Really nice food! Everything was tasty especially the octopus and the baked feta. I recommend booking a table in advance too. Staff were friendly and the food came out quickly. It is tapas style so the food comes out when it’s ready rather than all at once at the same time.
Josh Goodey
Apr 30,2025
Spitaki never disappoints! Amazing, fresh Greek food. You can tell they use great quality produce. Every dish is delicious, we always clear our plates! A must try in Edinburgh.
Kevin McPadden
Apr 26,2025
A proper neighbourhood resturant, fantastic food at really reasonable prices. Pittas and dips to start as always, fantastic garlic mushrooms, cheese Saganaki amazing but make sure you have someone to share it with as it can be a bit full on for one person. Finally finished with the pork chop which was cooked brilliantly. The owners are so lovely and looked after us. They told us they were celebrating 10 years in business which for an independent resturant is sensational without even remembering that includes covid. It's testmount to the special place they have created. Heres hoping they have at least another 10 years in them.
Phil Cook
Apr 10,2025
Wonderful independent restaurant serving up the best Greek food in Edinburgh. A short walk from the city centre, Spitaki offers authentic Greek fayre at a reasonable price. We enjoyed cheese saganaki, which was essentially fried feta and it was delicious. Smoky aubergine dip and a Greek salad - both fresh and bursting with flavour. The meat keftedes were a generous portion with a pleasing chargrilled note to them, while the chicken souvlaki were succulent and cooked with care. The flatbreads were a real highlight: pillowy soft and very moorish, ideal for dunking into the dips and picking up the meat elements. Service was very pleasant and you could tell care went into everything.
Anna Robbins
Mar 21,2025
Small, cosy neighbourhood restaurant on a quiet street, with Greek food and decor. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly! I had two meze dishes, hummus, and two orders of steaming hot pita bread. My friend had the seasoned potatoes and chicken souvlaki, with baklava as a dessert.
Letetia Grant
Mar 9,2025
I absolutely love this restaurant, this is was my second visit and it was just as good as the first. The staff were very accommodating when I asked to move to another table (there was nothing wrong with the table, I just wanted to move to a booth) and of course the food was absolutely delicious. A highlight was the octopus and the pork chop. I had a dirty martini which was super strong (be warned haha!) and our waiter was friendly and answered our questions about the food. I can't sing their praises enough, I would come here every week if i could!
Christopher Cook
Feb 26,2025
We enjoyed a lovely lunch here for my wife's birthday. Excellent service in a beautiful setting. Its fresh and colourful design gives a welcome splash of Greece and the food was all delicious. Highly recommend and we'll definitely be back.
Reviews For Spitaki Greek Taverna