Italian · Glasgow
A formal, properly Italian dining room in the Merchant City that still copes well with a family — buggy access, high chairs, a kids' menu and a few outdoor tables when the weather allows. The lunch menu is where the value sits: portions are huge without cutting corners on quality, and the tiramisu gets particular praise. Regulars rave about the gorgonzola, apple and walnut risotto and the pistachio cannoli, and there's a separate vegan menu — the team will adapt most dishes, since everything's made to order. Staff are warm and quick to make a fuss of a birthday. Two honest notes: it fills up and gets genuinely noisy at busy times, and the menu is on the shorter side. Book ahead, especially at weekends, and you'll be seated straight away.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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