The Gonzalez family opened Viva Mexico in August 1984, intending to bring the true taste of Mexico to Edinburgh, and 23 years later we are still striving to do the same. In the intervening years there have been many changes, notably in how the restaurant has grown, but we are still trying to do what we set out to do all those years ago - to give all our guests a real flavour of Mexico.

Upstairs bar area in Viva Mexico

Hopefully you will agree that our efforts have not been in vain. We want you to enjoy your visit to Viva Mexico to the full. Our recipes come from original, and in some cases, family sources and we try to use only the best local produce in order to give the fresh, vibrant flavours that identify all our dishes as authentically Mexican.

Genuine Images on display in Viva Mexico