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PizzaExpress

PizzaExpress
3.6 / 5 (265 reviews)

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Pizza Express in Holyrood has received mixed reviews from customers. Some diners were disappointed with the poor service they received from a particular server, while others enjoyed the delicious food and overall dining experience. The restaurant offers a variety of vegan options and has a separate vegan menu available for those with dietary restrictions. The staff were described as polite and the atmosphere was compared to that of a local restaurant, despite being part of a chain. Overall, the food was praised for being excellent tasting and closer to fine dining than fast food, making it a worthwhile dining option in Edinburgh.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Gregory

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★ 3.6 / 5 from 265 reviews
gregory-442
06.08.2023

The food at this restaurant is delicious. Despite its appearance as a typical pizza place, it actually leans more towards fine dining than casual takeaway. The service is quick and efficient. It's definitely worth a visit.

stephen-227
06.08.2023

We are regular patrons of Pizza Express and typically have a great experience at the Glasgow location. However, our recent visit to the Holyrood branch was marred by terrible service from a rude and obnoxious server. He was impatient and made dramatic gestures for simple requests, displaying a lack of courtesy and professionalism. When he made an error with my coffee, he expected me to accept it without apology. After I declined, he became argumentative and brought back the same incorrect coffee. The poor service from this individual has deterred me from returning to this particular branch. Additionally, I was displeased to find an automatic service charge added to our bill for our party of eight, as I would have preferred to tip based on my own discretion.

beau-91
06.08.2023

The service at this restaurant was terrible. The server was aggressive and rude. While I understand they were short-staffed, it is unacceptable to be disrespectful towards customers. The supervisor also made excuses and did not apologize for plates being slammed or rude comments made to diners. The whole experience was so shocking that all we could do was laugh. We waited two hours for our food, one of us never received a drink, and we were constantly reminded that it was our fault for coming on what would have otherwise been a quiet night.

mark-2388
06.08.2023

This is our nearest Pizza Express. Had not been in for a while, but had a voucher for an offer. The range of food is good, the kid's menu wholly adequate, and the staff are great. Not a huge fan of chains, but this place has the feel of a local restaurant as it is tucked away behind the Royal Mile.

jeff-1441
06.08.2023

Conveniently placed just off the Royal Mile near the Scottish Parliament. Same setup as other Pizza Expresses with the same menu. The service was good and the staff polite. I expect one or two were Uni Students. Can be noise with children early tea time.

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The second closest station is Edinburgh Trams-Princes Street, located 499 meters away.

The restaurant also takes the common credit cards.

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