What to order at Vinette

Must order
The pigs head croquettes with smoked paprika and whatever the kitchen is pouring by the glass.
Signature dishes
Braised duck hearts on toast with pickled green peppercorns, Grilled Iberico pork chop with cider-braised onions
Editor tip
Cocktail bar Vivien sits one flight below, run by the same team; an aperitif there then a table upstairs is the move.
CuisineFrench Bistro
Price£££
NeighborhoodCanonmills Inverleith
HoursMon-Thu 17:30-21:00, Fri 12:00-14:30, Fri 17:30-21:00, Sat 12:00-14:30, Sat 17:30-21:00, Sun 12:00-14:30, Sun 17:30-21:00
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