Tempo Perso is an independent Italian restaurant at 208 Bruntsfield Place in Edinburgh. Its cooking is rooted in Casalvieri in central Italy, with an emphasis on honest dishes prepared with time, respect and care.
The food follows a deliberately straightforward Italian approach, allowing good ingredients and careful technique to carry each plate. Pasta and other familiar regional forms sit within a menu designed for an unhurried progression through several courses.
A simpler set menu gives diners a concise way to experience the kitchen, while the main selection suits a longer lunch or dinner. The focus remains on balanced, recognisable flavours instead of unnecessarily complicated presentation.
Wine is a defining part of the restaurant, with more than 150 Italian labels and a direct connection to its own wider wine business and winery. This makes Tempo Perso especially appealing to diners who want thoughtful pairings alongside relaxed Italian hospitality.
Address: 208 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4DE, Scotland
Tempo Perso Menu
Antipasti
Focaccia
Rosemary & Sea Salt (VG)
Focaccia
Garlic, Butter & Parmesan (V)
Olives Nocellara
Sicilian olives with stone
Focaccia & Mortazza Mousse
focaccia slices. Mortadella mousse, pistachio. rocket & balsamic glaze. An original recipe born in Casalvieri, inspired by mamma’s kitchen.
Polpette
three homemade beef meatballs in our tomato sauce.
Parmigiana
aubergine, tomato, mozzarella, parmesan. V
Bruschetta
toasted bread, cherry tomatoes, garlic & extra virgin olive oil. VG GF
Crostino
warm & toasted bread topped with: mushrooms, garlic & mozzarella V GF
Arancino
Three golden-fried rice balls filled with ragu’, ’nduja & Gorgonzola cheese.
Calamari
fried squid rings, dusted w/ flour
Burrata & Pomo
burrata, tomato, olives, capers, garlic, extra virgin olive oil & basil. V GF
Perfect to Share
Tagliere Vintage
a selection of cured Italian meats and cheeses, served with mixed pickled vegetables, marinated olives, and slices of warm focaccia. GF
Primi
Pasta Aglio, Olio & Peperoncino
bold, garlicky, & spicy. An Italian classic with a rock’n’roll soul. VG GF
Pasta Arrabbiata
classic Roman-style pasta with garlic, tomato, & a gentle chilli kick. VG GF
Tagliatelle Ragu
fresh eggs pasta, properly slow cooked Scottish beef ragu. GF
Pasta Limone & Gamberi
king prawns, garlic, fresh chilli, extra virgin olive oil & lemon zest with fresh pasta. GF DF
Pasta Misto Mare
fresh pasta swimming in a spicy tomato wave, with market fish, prawns, mussels & clams doing the backstroke GF DF
Pasta Polpette
homemade beef meatballs in tomato sauce with fresh pasta.
Lasagna
layered with slow-cooked beef ragù, fresh egg pasta, mozzarella, & parmesan
Ravioli Carbonara
ravioli stuffed with Guanciale, egg yolk, cacio (pecorino cheese) & pepe (black pepper) served in a creamy Parmigiano sauce.
Ravioli Ricotta & Spinaci
ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese & spinach served in a creamy tomato sauce. V
Gnocchi Tartufo & Funghi
Soft potato gnocchi tossed in a rich and creamy Italian black truffle sauce, with sautéed mushrooms, delicately finished with a fine & rare black truffle dust. V
Pasta Assassina & Burrata
Spaghetti pan-fried until crispy, with spicy tomato sauce and fresh burrata. V
Classici
Parmigiana
aubergine, tomato, mozzarella, parmesan with toasted bread. V
Milanese & Pasta Spaghetti
Italian classic. Breaded chicken Milanese & simple chilli tomato spaghetti pasta.
Pollo Marsala & Funghi
chicken breast & mushrooms in a rich marsala sauce. Served with roast potatoes. GF
Pesce
Our fish is supplied by George Hughes in 197 Bruntsfield Place
Spigola Mugniaia
pan-fried sea bass fillets in a creamy butter lemon sauce with mash potatoes on the side.
Spigola Mandorle
Oven-baked sea bass topped with toasted flaked almonds, a classic Mediterranean preparation, served with baby roast potatoes.
Carne Rossa
Our meat is supplied by Taste Tradition Farmers & Butchers
Tagliata
grilled & Sliced sirloin steak with rocket salad, garlic cherry tomatoes & shaves of parmigiano cheese.
Bistecca
Grilled sirloin steak with green pepper creamy sauce, served with a choice of two sides.
Pinsa
Pinsa 1
tomato, fior di latte & basil. V
Pinsa 2
tomato, fior di latte, mushrooms, artichokes & olives. V
Pinsa 3
fior di latte, sun-dried tomatoes, aubergines, courgettes and peppers, with Leccina olives, capers, extra virgin olive oil, mint & chilli. V
Pinsa 4
tomato, fior di latte, rocket salad dry-cured Parma ham & Parmesan shaves.
Pinsa 5
tomato, fior di latte, ‘nduja soft spicy salami & spianata spicy salami.
Pinsa 6
Fior di latte, double cream, mushrooms, finished with prosciutto crudo.
Pinsa 7
tomato, fior di latte, meatballs & shaved parmesan.
Pinsa 8
tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, extra virgin olive oil, a touch of chilli. V
Pane
Garlic bread
V
Garlic bread & Mozzarella
V
Toasted Bread
VG DF
Contorni
ALL £5.5
Mix salad
VG GF DF
Rocket & Cherry Tomato Salad
VG GF DF
Roast Potatoes
VG GF DF
Chips
V
Broccoli
VG GF DF
French Beans
VG GF DF
Mash Potatoes
V
Semplice Menu
MONDAY — FRIDAY / 12:00 — 16:45. CHOOSE A FAVOURITE + 2 SIDE DISHES £12.50
Pasta Arrabbiata
garlic, tomato, & a gentle chilli kick. GF VG DF
Pasta Ragu
slow-cooked Scottish beef in a rich tomato ragù. GF
Polpette
homemade beef meatballs in tomato sauce.
Parmigiana
oven-baked aubergine, tomato, parmesan.
Lasagna
layered with slow-cooked beef ragù, fresh egg pasta, mozzarella, & parmesan.
Pasta Pomo & Panna
smooth tomato sauce with double cream. GF
Pollo Piccante
chicken, tomato, olives, capers & chilli. GF DF
Pollo Milano
breaded chicken Milanese.
Pinsa & Soup
Half Roman-style pinsa with tomato & mozzarella. Served with a fresh tomato & basil soup. SIDE DISHES ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS OPTION.
Toasted Bread
Garlic Bread
Rocket & Cherry Tomato Salad
Mixed Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Chips
Broccoli
extra £2.50
Green Beans
extra £2.50