Inventive Indian small plates with bold spice and strong vegetarian options; great flavors but service can be slow at peak times and portions run small.
Cutting Chaii delivers bold, well-executed Indian cooking with standout vegetarian options and a loyal neighborhood following, earning solid B+ standing. However, service pacing lags during peak hours and occasional quality variation in signature dishes prevent advancement to grade A territory. The cozy Leith setting and modern regional approach make it competitive with Edinburgh's better neighborhood restaurants, though not a citywide destination.
One caveat: Pacing issues at peak: waits to order and long gaps between courses