Marcella’s Italian Bakery

This gem is quite a find. While I wouldn’t neccessarily recommend the cakes and pastries, the hot food is divine and really cheap. I especially like the spinach and cheese pasta, (probably cheaper and more delicious than if you made it from scratch) my friend who ate the ‘well known’ lasagne said it was amazing. It’s got kind of a kitsch and eccentric style but it’s totally worth eating in here if you enjoy dining under a string of fake onions.

This is something of a hidden gem. It wouldn’t fare well if you were to judge on looks alone. It is run by a slightly grumpy Italian man who I assume is Marcella, he is never to be rushed so if you are eating in it may seem he has forgotten your order but he hasn’t! The interior is decorated in plastic flowers, plastic fruit and blue tiling. However, I urge you to look past this as it all adds to the unique experience of Marcella and, if you are anything like me, you will learn to love the quirks of this establishment.
Serving big plates of hot, tasty, filling food at budget prices is my go to place after a long, cold, grey Edinburgh day. A huge plate of pasta, garlic bread and a drink will set you back £5. If you want to splash out on a three course feast you won’t be out of pocket by more than around £12.
As well as great pizza and pasta you should also try one of the many sweet pies and pastries he erves. Rather than going to one of the many coffee shop chains around, head to Marcella and get yourself a pie and cappucino for the same price as a skinny latte in a certan multi national coffee chain that shall remain nameless!