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Giuliano’s Menu

September 7, 2026
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Giuliano's is an Italian restaurant at 18–19 Union Place in central Edinburgh. Facing Edinburgh Playhouse and close to Princes Street, it combines a convenient pre theatre location with an elegant but relaxed dining room that can accommodate both couples and larger groups.

The extensive menu follows a classic Italian direction, moving through antipasti, pasta, pizza, fish and meat dishes. Familiar recipes and generous choice make the restaurant approachable for diners who want a quick meal before a performance as well as those planning a longer evening.

Seafood is an important part of the selection, alongside traditional pasta sauces, baked dishes and pizzas. Pre theatre choices provide a more structured option at selected times, while the main menu allows a table to share starters and choose individual courses.

Italian wine and other drinks accompany the food, and the restaurant opens from noon until late seven days a week. Booking is particularly useful around Playhouse performance times. Guests with allergies should consult the current menu and discuss ingredients and shared preparation areas with staff before ordering.

Address: 18–19 Union Place, Edinburgh EH1 3NQ, Scotland

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Giuliano's Menu

Appetizer

Bread and Butter
£2
Garlic Bread
£4.10
Bruschetta
£5.60

Garlic bread topped with freshly chopped tomato and olive oil

Garlic Bread & Cheese
£5.60

Garlic bread topped with mozzarella

Focaccia (for sharing)
£7.10

Pizza bread topped with olive oil and rosemary

Focaccia Rucola e Parmigiano
£8.90

Rocket, parmesan shavings and balsamic

Focaccia
£7.10

Tomato and basil

Marinated Olives
£4.20
Minestrone
£6.10

fresh vegetable soup

Antipasti Freddi (Cold)

Antipasto Italiano
£11.10
Large Antipasto Platter
£19.50

Fine Italian cured meats, cheese and grilled vegetables

Prosciutto e Melone
£9.70
Gamberetti Maria Rosa
£10.50

Succulent prawns coated in a light marie rose dressing

Melone
£5.60

Fresh Seasonal Melon

Caprese
£9.30

Freshly sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil

Avocado Tre Colori
£9.60

Mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, avocado and balsamic dressing

Salmone Affumicato
£10.50

Scottish smoked salmon, topped with a crisp leaf salad

Cornetto di Salmone
£12.60

Succulent prawns coated in a light marie rose sauce, wrapped in Scottish smoked salmon

Antipasto Vegetarian
£10.50

Marinated grilled aubergines, courgettes, and artichokes served with fresh mozzarella and avocado

Pâté della Casa
£9.50

Homemade chicken liver and wild mushroom pâté

Antipasti Caldi (Hot)

Arancini
£8.80

Crispy Italian rice balls, stuffed with bolognese, mozzarella and peas. Served with a tomato dipping sauce

Melanzane alla parmigiana
£9.50

Oven baked layers of aubergines, tomato and parmesan cheese

Calamari Fritti
£10.30

Deep fried baby squid, with garlic and chilli mayonnaise

Cozze Alla Marinara
£9.60

Fresh mussels, white wine garlic and touch of tomato

Gamberoni Calabrese
£11.50

King prawns sautéed with chilli, peppers and spring onions

Trippa Marchigiana
£9.90

Slowly cooked tenderised tripe, in a rich tomato sauce

Porchetta
£9.90

Pork belly, flavoured with wild fennel, garlic, rosemary and sage. Served on a bed of rocket

Modena
£12.50

King prawns wrapped in parma ham on a bed of rocket, parmasan shavings and balsamic vinegar

Pasta

Half portion of pasta as a starter £9.60. Pasta containing non gluten products also available.

Taglierini Bolognese
£14.90

Pasta ribbons with a classic rich mincemeat and tomato sauce

Spaghetti Polpette Pizzaiola
£15.10

Homemade meatballs flavoured with garlic and rosemary, with a tomato and herb sauce

Spaghetti Carbonara
£15.80

Pancetta, eggs, cream, parmesan and black pepper

Spaghetti Sofia Loren
£15.20

Roasted peppers, parma ham, onions, cream and a touch of tomato

Penne Vegetariana
£13.90

Pasta tubes, mixed vegetables, mozzarella and tomato sauce

Penne Pollo Funghi crema
£15.90

Pasta tubes, chicken, mushrooms, garlic and cream

Penne Norcina
£16.10

Pasta tubes, fresh Italian sausage, wild mushrooms, cream, parmesan and a scent of truffle cream

Penne Arrabiatta
£13.10

Pasta tubes with fresh tomato sauce and homemade chilli

Penne Pollo Pepperoni
£15.90

Pasta tubes, chicken, spicy sausage and picante sauce

Taglierini Della Casa
£16.70

Pasta ribbons with bolognese, spicy sausage, mushrooms, peas and a touch of cream

Gnocchi Formaggio
£15.20

Potato dumplings with a cream and four cheese sauce

Spaghetti Vongole
£15.90

Sautéed clams with white wine, garlic and parsley

Risotto

Risotto Giuliano’s
£16.50

Italian rice, chicken, wild mushrooms, asparagus and mascarpone truffle oil

Risotto / Spaghetti Seafood
£17.10

A selection of mixed shellfish and seafood, with a fresh tomato sauce

Fresh Pasta

Half portion of pasta as starter £8.90.

Tortellini Alla Parmigiana
£17

Classic dish with parma ham, peas, a touch of cream, saffron and parmesan

Haggis Raviolli
£17

Sautéed with a touch of haggis cream and whiskey

Agnolotti ai Porcini
£17

Fresh pasta stuffed with wild mushrooms and ricotta, with wild mushroom, parmesan and truffle oil

Agnolotti Spinaci e Ricotta
£16.50

Fresh pasta stuffed with spinach and ricotta, with a butter and sage sauce

Panzerotti Lobster
£17.50

Fresh pasta stuffed with lobster and ricotta, with a selection of mixed sautéed shell fish saffron

Traditional Lasagne
£14.30

Pizze

12” Freshly baked. All topped with tomato and mozzarella. Extra toppings: Vegetables £1.00 | Meat £1.90. Pizza containing non gluten products also available.

Margherita
£12.20

Tomato, fresh mozzarella and herbs

Boscaiola
£15.10

Fresh Italian sausage, wild mushrooms and truffle oil

Caprino
£14.95

Goats cheese, spinach and caramelised onion

Meat Feast
£15.80

Meatballs, ham, spicy calabrese sausage and chicken

Nduja
£14.90

Spicy calabrese sausage, spinach and red onions

Capricciosa
£14.90

Mushrooms, artichokes, black olives and mixed peppers

Cardinale
£14.50

Ham and mushroom

Della Casa
£15.50

Spicy calabrese sausage, peppers and mushrooms

Spice
£15.50

Roast chicken, onions, mixed peppers and home-made chilli

Pollo Corn
£15.40

Chicken and sweetcorn

Mexicana
£15.50

Spicy calabrese sausage and jalapeño peppers

Pizza Salsiccia
£15.50

Broccoli and Italian Norcina sausage with a touch of chilli

Contadina
£14.60

Chargrilled aubergines and courgettes, peppers, sautéed potatoes, onions and pesto dressing

Rucola e Parma
£16.75

Parma ham, wild rocket, parmesan shavings and olive oil

Small pizza
£8.40

Calzone

Calzone
£16.10

Folded and filled with mozzarella, tomato, ham, spicy calabrese sausage, mushrooms and meatballs

Vegetarian Calzone
£13.75

Folded and filled with mozzarella, tomato, mixed grilled vegetables and mushrooms.

Sides / Salads

French Fries
£5.10
Sweet Potato Fries
£6.70

Topped with grated parmesan and truffle oil

Caesar Salad
£7.60

Crisp cos leaves, croutons, parmesan and caesar dressing

Panzanella Salad
£7.60

An old peasant salad of crusty bread, onions, cucumber, tomato and basil, marinated with olive oil and white wine vinegar

Tomato & Onion salad
£6.20
Rucola Salad
£7.20

Topped with parmasan shavings and balsamic glaze

Seasonal mixed salad
£6

Pesce (Fish)

Seabass
£20.25

Pan fried seabass fillets, white wine, cherry tomatoes, garlic and spring onion. Served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Classic Fish & Chips
£16.90

Battered haddock. Served with chips

Salmone ai Porri
£19.50

Pan fried Scottish salmon served on a bed of sautéed leeks and onions with a splash of dry martini and a touch of cream and saffron

Calamari Fritti
£21.50

Deep fried tender squid, served with mixed salad and a garlic and chilli mayonnaise

Carne (Meat)

Sauces – Pepper / Porcini / Diane £4.00

Bistecca alla Griglia
£26.50

10oz char grilled prime sirloin steak. Served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Rib-eye
£32.50

10oz chargrilled prime rib-eye steak. Served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Filetto alla Griglia or Balsamic
£33.50

8oz Chargrilled fillet steak. Served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Ham Shank
£18.50

Slow cooked ham shank with Italian beans

Veal Saltimbocca or Milano
£22.50
Pollo Funghi Crema
£18.70

Chicken breast cooked with mushrooms and cream. Served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Pollo Diavola
£18.70

Tender chicken breast sautéed with garlic, mixed herbs, chilli and mustard. Served with seasonal vegetables

Lamb Milano
£22.50

Lamb chops coated with breadcrumbs

Pollo Milanese
£18.70

Breaded chicken breast served with spaghetti Napoli

Salsiccia alla Griglia
£14.30

Chargrilled fresh Italian sausage with mixed salad and chips

Mixed Grill
£28.50

Charcoal chicken, lamb, sirloin and Italian sausage

Salsiccia ai Porcini
£16.30

Fresh Italian sausage sautéed with wild mushrooms. Served with roast potatoes and vegetables

Insalata (Salads)

Pollo Caesar
£17.30

Chargrilled chicken breast, cos salad leaves, crispy pancetta, croutons, parmesan and caesar dressing

Goats Cheese Salad
£15.80

Goats cheese, mixed leaf salad, cherry tomatoes, walnuts and honey dressing

Desserts

Gelati Assortiti
£6.60

Assorted ice cream

Sorbetto al Limone
£5.50

Lemon Sorbet

Banana Split
£6.90

Ice cream, whipped cream, banana, chocolate sauce and nuts

Tiramisu
£8

Italian pick-me-up!

Profiteroles con Gelato
£8

Chocolate éclairs and ice cream

Crepe (a Giuliano’s creation)
£8.20

Crepe filled with vanilla ice cream, strawberries, amaretto biscuits finished with cream, Amaretto liquor and almonds

Coppa All’ Amarena
£8.20

Wild cherries, ice cream and whipped cream

Torta Di Mele Con Gelato
£8.10

Hot apple pie with ice cream

Fragole (when in season)
£7.10

Fresh strawberries and ice cream

Fresh Strawberries Giuliano’s Style
£7.10

Strawberries, ice cream, a touch of cream and ground black peppers

Panna Cotta
£7

Vanilla custard with caramel topping

Amaretto Pot
£8.20

Ice cream with caramelised walnuts and almonds, topped with Amaretto

Eton Mess
£7.90
Torta Fantastica
£8.20

Layered vanilla toffee ice cream on a crisp chocolate base

Tartufo
£7.40

Ice cream coated with chocolate and nuts

Coppa Giuliano’s
£8.60

Mixed ice cream served with strawberry and banana, brandy, crème de menthe and grenadine

Coppa Calypso
£8.60

Chocolate ice cream topped with whipped cream, crushed nuts and Tia Maria liqueur

Punky
£5.90

Vanilla ice cream in a free plastic toy

Mantecato Misto
£7

Ice cream chocolate sauce, whipped cream and nuts

Cheesecake
£8.10

Of the day – please ask!

Banoffee Pie
£8.10
Sticky Toffee Pudding
£8.10
Dessert Wine Vin Santo (50ml)
£7

Formaggi

Formaggi Misti

Price: from £9.50

Port
£7

Theatre Set Menu

3 Course £28.50

Panzanella Salad

An old peasant salad of crusty bread, onions, cucumber, tomatoes and basil, marinated with olive oil and white wine vinegar

Avocado Tre Colori

Freshly sliced tomato, mozzarella and avocado with a balsamic dressing

Caprese

Freshly sliced tomatoes, mozzarella and basil

Penne Napoli

Pasta tubes coated in a light tomato sauce

Zuppa del Giorno

Homemade vegetable soup

Pate della Casa

Homemade chicken liver and wild mushroom pâté

Arancini Siciliani

Crispy Italian rice balls, stuffed with bolognese, mozzarella and peas, served with a tomato dipping sauce

Cozze

Fresh mussels sauteed with white wine, garlic and a touch of tomato

Taglierini della Casa

Pasta ribbons with bolognese, spicy sausage, mushrooms, peas and a touch of cream

Penne Pollo Funghi Crema

Pasta tubes, chicken, mushrooms, garlic and cream

Agnolotti Porcini

Fresh pasta stuffed with wild mushrooms and ricotta, with wild mushrooms, parmesan and truffle cream

Pizza Prosciutto Cotto e Peperoni

Cooked ham and spicy pepperoni sausage

Pizza Spice

Roast chicken, onions, mixed peppers and homemade chilli

Pollo Funghi Crema

Chicken breast cooked with mushrooms and cream, served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Pollo Milanese

Breaded chicken breast, served with spaghetti Napoli

Seabass

Pan fried seabass fillet, white wine, cherry tomatoes, garlic and spring onions, served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Classic Fish & Chips

Battered haddock and chips

Pizza Caprino

Goats cheese, spinach and caramelised onions

Tiramisu
Profiteroles
Cheesecake
Gelati Assortiti

Caffe

Cappuccino/White Coffee
£3.90
Espresso/Black Coffee
£3.40
Caffe Latte
£4
Caffe Martini
£8.70

Wines

House White
BTL £21.50 / 250ML £7.20 / 175ML £5.40
Sauvignon
BTL £32.50 / 250ML £10.80 / 175ML £7.90

A fabulous bouquet, good body and smooth palate.

Pinot Grigio
BTL £31.50 / 250ML £10.80 / 175ML £7.90

Delicious, firm and crisp with flavours of green apples and pears.

Verdicchio Marche Bianco I.G.T
BTL £31.50 / 250ML £10.80 / 175ML £7.90

Dry and intense with a balance of flavour and hints of almond.

Vino Rosso

Montepulciano
£31.50

Grape variety: 100% Montepulciano. Wonderfully rounded, full favour with a soft finish.

Rosso Conero
£33.50

Grape variety: Montepulciano and Sangioverse. Full bodied, aged in wooden barrels

Rosso Piceno
£33

Grape variety: Montepulciano and Sangiovese. Intense ruby red in colour with violet reflections, elegant aromas of ripe cherries and blackcurrant, soft and warm with good freshness and a long, fruity finish.

Barbera D.O.C
£36.50

Grape variety: 100% Barbera. Well-rounded wine with a smooth finish.

Vino Bianco

Falanghina
£32.50

Grape variety: 100% Falanghina. Dry with a long lasting finish, very light and fruity.

Pinot Grigio
£32.50

Firm and crisp with flavours of green apples and pears.

Chardonnay
£32.50

Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay. Ample bouquet with hints of vanilla and almonds.

Sauvignon
£32.50

Grape variety: 100% Sauvignon. A fabulous bouquet, good body and smooth palate.

Specially Selected Wines

Chianti Riserva
£42

Grape variety: Sangiovese Canaiolo. Matured in oak barrels, full bodied with a gentle tannic consistency.

Brunello di Montalcino D.O.C.G
£68.50

Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese. Full bodied and wonderfully smooth, dry and elegant with a long finish.

Tignanello – Antinori (when available)

Grape variety: Sangiovese and Cabernet. A remarkable, vibrant and primary tignanello, opulent with masses of dark red fruits and superb density.

Tombacco Azzurra
£42.50

Grape variety: Montepulciano and Sanvigiovese. Intense, ruby red in colour with violet reflections, elegant aromas of ripe cherries and blackcurrant, soft and warm with good freshness and long fruity finish.

Beers

Peroni / Paolozzi
£6.80 / Half Pint £3.40
Italian Beer
£5.30
Cider (ask Italian )
£5.30
Scottish Beer
£5.30

Spirits

Smirnoff, Gordons, Grouse, Morgan’s, Bacardi
£4.90
Selected Gins: Bombay, Tanqueray, Edinburgh, Hendrick’s
£6.15
Liqueurs
£5.40

Soft Drinks

Still / sparkling 500ml
£4.30
Still / sparkling 750ml
£5.80
Fresh orange, apple, pineapple, tomato
£3.60 / Large £5.60