Edinburgh's award-winning Matto Pizza to open new 'social' restaurant in West End
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A popular Edinburgh pizza business is expanding, with a new location set to open soon in the West End.
Award-winning Matto Pizza, with locations in Morningside, Newington and Meadowbank, recently announced a new concept for customers to enjoy their wood-fired pizzas within a social setting.
Social by Matto is set to open on Shandwick Place offering "good vibes, great plates and a space to stay a while."
Matto first opened in Meadowbank in 2020 and after gaining popularity among foodies and fans of authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas, the team opened a larger restaurant in Morningside in 2021.
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The 44-seater restaurant also boasts a large outdoor terrace. In 2023 a third eatery opened in Newington and the team have now set their sights on the West End with their fourth spot opening in the summer.
Posters advertising the new restaurant have already appeared in the window of the former La Piazza unit and internal work is officially underway after it closed down last year.
Taking to Instagram the team at Matto posted: "Something new is cooking…Say hello to Social by Matto - our boldest bite yet.
"Good vibes, great plates, and a space to stay a while. Landing Summer 2025. Ready to get Social?"
Matto is currently nominated for Best Pizza in Scotland at the 2025 Deliveroo Restaurant Awards, having taken top spot in 2024.
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