Gordon's Trattoria Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Gordon's Trattoria, a culinary gem tucked away on High St in Edinburgh, serving delightful Italian cuisine that warms the soul. Their menu boasts an impressive selection of handmade pastas, all crafted with fresh ingredients and a touch of love. Indulge in the Penne Pomodoro or the classic Lasagna al Forno, both celebrated for their authentic flavors and generous portions.
For starters, the Arancini Bon Bons are not to be missed, with a crispy exterior encasing creamy mozzarella and peas, perfectly paired with a zesty Napoletana sauce. To share, the Antipasto Misto presents a vibrant assortment of cured meats and cheeses that beckon food lovers to gather around the table.
Whether you’re enjoying a meal outside or soaking in the cozy atmosphere, Gordon's Trattoria promises a memorable dining experience. Don't forget to save room for their renowned Tiramisu, an effortlessly sweet ending to your meal.
STARTERS
WHILE YOU WAIT
Fresh bread and olives
BRUSCHETTA CLASSICA WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Fresh toasted bread, vine tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil, with balsamic glaze.
CALAMARI FRITTI
Deep fried squid coated in flour, served with garlic mayo.
ZUPPA DEL GIORNO
Homemade soup of the day, served with crusty bread.
CAPRESE
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, vine tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
GAMBERETTI MARIA ROSA
Prawns, lettuce, maria rose sauce and paprika.
INSALATA DI BRESAOLA
Cured meat with rocket, parmesan shavings, lemon and extra virgin olive oil.
ARANCINI BON BONS
Italian rice balls stuffed with peas and mozzarella, coated in breadcrumbs and deep fried. Served with a Napoletana sauce.
ANTIPASTO MISTO
A selection of Italian cured meats, marinated olives and red peppers, buffalo mozzarella, parmesan shavings and cherry tomatoes.
FOCACCIA
Classic garlic and rosemary oven baked bread.
TO SHARE
PASTA
GNOCCHI CON GORGONZOLA E SPINACI
Potato dumplings, Italian blue cheese, a touch of cream and fresh spinach.
RAVIOLI
Pasta stuffed with spinach and ricotta, tossed in butter, sage and pine kernels, finished with parmesan shavings.
SPAGHETTI ALL’ AMATRICIANA
Diced onion, pancetta, red wine and tomato.
TAGLIATELLE VEGETALI
Cherry tomatoes, broccoli, black olives, olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley.
TAGLIATELLE AL PESTO
Tagliatelle pasta with homemade pesto basil sauce.
TAGLIATELLE REALE
King prawns, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, white wine and fresh parsley.
SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
Spaghetti with traditional Italian meat sauce.
SPAGHETTI CARBONARA
Pancetta, eggs, a touch of cream and parmesan cheese.
LASAGNA AL FORNO
A Gordon’s Trattoria classic. Nonna’s secret family recipe, served with parmesan.
PENNE POMODORO
Fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and basil.
PENNE SPECIALI
Spicy Italian sausage, pancetta, peas, mushrooms, bolognese, tomato and a touch of cream & garlic.
PENNE FONTELUNA
Spicy Italian sausage with cream and a touch of tomato.
PENNE FRIARIELLI BROCCOLI E NORCINA SAUSAGE
Fresh norcina Tuscan sausage, friarielli broccoli and garlic, tossed with a touch of tomato sauce.
POLLO MILANESE
Breast of chicken dipped in parmesan, egg and parsley, then coated in fine breadcrumbs and lightly fried.
POLLO MARSALA
Breast of chicken cooked in a sauce of marsala, asparagus and cherry tomatoes.
POLLO DIANE
Breast of chicken cooked in mushrooms, onions, french mustard, brandy and a cream sauce.
SPIGOLA
Fillets of seabass, served with cherry tomatoes and a white wine sauce.
GAMBERONI TRATTORIA
Peeled king prawns cooked in white wine, onion, tomato and cream, served on a bed of rice.
MEAT & FISH
PIZZA
DIAVOLA
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy Italian sausage, salami, red peppers and fresh chilli.
TRE FIGLIE
Tomato sauce, goat’s cheese, spicy Italian sausage, red onion and fresh rocket.
BIANCA
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, Parma ham and fresh basil.
PRIMAVERA
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh rocket, Parma ham, parmesan shavings and cherry tomatoes, drizzled with a balsamic glaze.
DELLA CASA
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, spicy Italian sausage, cooked ham, peppers and onion.
CALZONE
Folded over pizza stuffed with ham, spicy Italian sausage, mozzarella, onion and peppers, topped with our homemade Italian tomato sauce.
PIZZA NAPOLI
Fresh norcina Tuscan sausage, friarielli broccoli, buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil.
MARGHERITA CLASSICA
Traditional Italian tomato sauce and mozzarella.
MAKE YOUR OWN
RISOTTO FRUTTI DI MARE
King prawns, squid and mussels, cooked in white wine and tomato sauce.
RISOTTO GAMBERONI
King prawns, squid and courgette in a white wine sauce, with parmigiano.
RISOTTO DELLO CHEF
Pancetta (Italian bacon), mushroom, asparagus and pine kernels cooked in vegetable stock, with parmesan.
RISOTTO
SIDES
INSALATA MISTA
Freshly prepared mixed salad.
RUCOLA CON PARMIGIANO
Rocket salad with parmesan shavings, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
GARLIC BREAD
Four slices of garlic bread.
PATATE ARROSTO
Potatoes cooked in olive oil, onion and fresh rosemary.
OLIVE MARINATE
Marinated olives.
BROCCOLI E GORGONZOLA
Oven baked tender stem broccoli, with gorgonzola cheese and roasted almonds.
VEGETALI MISTI
Selection of mixed vegetables.
ZUCCHINE FRITTE
Courgettes coated in flour and deep fried.
PATATINE FRITTE
Fries.
PANE E BURRO
Fresh bread with butter.
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Hot toffee sponge cake, in a toffee sauce, served with vanilla ice cream.
AFFOGATO ALL’AMARETTO E CAFFE
Vanilla ice cream with roasted almonds, amaretti biscuits, a shot of amaretto and a shot of espresso.
GELATO MISTO
Strawberry, chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
CHEESECAKE
Our fresh cheesecake of the day, served with ice cream.
TIRAMISU CON GELATO
Italian style trifle, served with vanilla ice cream.
HOMEMADE BANOFFEE PIE
Biscuit, caramel, banana and fresh cream, served with vanilla ice cream.
DESSERT
KIDS
MARGHERITA CLASSICA
Tomato and mozzarella pizza with a topping of your choice.
PASTA
Pasta cooked in tomato, bolognese or with cheese.
GELATO
One scoop of ice cream when you select one of the main kids dishes.