Paloma

Paloma reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jane

   Edinburgh1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent, friendly service. Fantastic food (and all gluten free!) and great cocktails. Already planning our next visit.
   

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   Bridget

   Berlin2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Tacos were great - everything gluten free and vegan/DF options. Cocktails were a bit slow towards the end of dinner, but worth the wait - we recommend the Tamarind Sour! Would definitely go back, really good value for money and relaxed atmosphere.
   

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   Roland

   Worcestershire1 review

   2.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Overall all four of us were disappointed with the experience. (2 adults and 2 teens) The portions were quite small, albeit the food is rather good. The room is really noisy and it was difficult to have a conversation, which I appreciate is probably not easy to remedy - but still part of the experience. Service was good and the staff pleasant. The bill came rather high for the quantity of food we had, especially when compared to, say, Wahaca.
   

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   Catherine

   Edinburgh2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My daughters 20th Birthday! The service was fabulous, efficient yet not pushy or rushed. So friendly and accommodating. Food absolutely delicious and fresh! Will definitely return!
   

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   Scott

   Edinburgh1 review

   4.0

   Dined on March 26, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Some outstanding dishes. Whipped feta tostadas are a favourite!
   

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   Marcin

   Edinburgh1 review

   3.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   "Paloma: More Mexico, Please!" Paloma offers a pleasant dining experience with good food, but it does not offer an authentic Mexican gastronomic experience. The food, while good, lacks the rich spices and strong flavors that one would expect of Mexican food. They were a bit bland to my taste. The portion size, advertised as two was more suitable for a single person. The ambiance of the restaurant is similar to the food – nice but boring. The decor is sterile and lacks the vibrant colors and festive atmosphere characteristic of Mexico. A pop of color is in desperate need. To truly bring Mexico alive, Paloma may consider: * Adding a vibrant mural of traditional Mexican symbols. * Incorporating colorful designs on the backs of chairs or with bright pillows. * Adding more of real Mexican spices and introducing new dishes. With a few adjustments, Paloma could be a well remembered Mexican restaurant.
   

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   charlie

   Edinburgh1 review

   4.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food and cocktails, relatively quick service, recommend you visit for a unique experience of quality food and drink. Staff are friendly.
   

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   Ross

   London61 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food, service and atmosphere. First time dining at Paloma and couldn't have enjoyed it more. Thanks to the team!
   

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   Camilla

   Edinburgh1 review

   3.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Service was great, the restaurant looks beautiful but the food doesn't quite match the prices which is a real shame. The veggie tacos in particular lacked flavour and many of the tacos tasted really similar. Having said that the whipped feta tostasdas were amazing and everyone agreed they were the star of the show. The wine and cocktails were lovely as well, it's just a shame we found the tacos a bit lacking in flavour.
   

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    Helen

    Spain7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We had a lovely time. Service was excellent, we had some elderly relatives and the staff accommodated our needs to move tables, big shout out to Jake for his help. Food was outstanding, so much so we came for the ‘Mexican roast’ on Sunday. Can’t wait to go back next time we’re in Leith. Hope Paloma goes from strength to strength.
    

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