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    Di Maggio's

    3.6 (40 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Open 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Peppercorn cream chicken
    Gary P.

    Better than a three, not quite a four. Great location, right on the square. Noticed nice outdoor seating but weather was too cool for it this night. Seated immediately downstairs. Two very drunk guys were then seated next to us (with a buffer table between), but they ended up behaving better than I'd expected. Amusing but not annoying. Mussels to start in a white broth (butter, cream, garlic, wine, I'd guess) that was fantastic. Wife had a very nice mushroom and chicken risotto. I had a salmon dish that was fine, but forgettable. Good solid, simple Italian fare - no complaints. Service was spotty, but not egregiously bad. Probably won't be back with so may other great places to try in such a small area.

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    Gavin M.

    It takes a lot for an Italian restaurant to be worthwhile in my eyes, and Di Maggio's took a while to get my seal of approval. I used to work next door and often used their takeaway as we got a staff discount. Pasta dishes swimming in sauce and some half-arsed American hybrids seem to be the order of the day, but then I made a discovery. Fusilli Al Greco with olives, and a pizza with olives, Serrano ham and anchovies. Utterly flawless.

    Foccacia which was supposed to have toppings
    Sarah A.

    I'm really sorry to be leaving 2 stars on a place but it really wasnt great. Arrived at Di Maggio's to meet friends for dinner. There were 3 staff members near the door so I asked them to direct me to my friend's table. They ignored me (including a manager) and continued discussing which dishes needed washed so I stated "Its ok i'll find it myself" to have one at least reply "Sorry I dont know where it is" Fair enough, thanks for at least responding to me so off I went to find my friends. When I finally found them (which wasnt easy) it took a while for a waiter to ask my order. I thought he was asking about drinks but no he wanted to know about food - even though I didnt have a drink. I gave him my drinks order and asked for a few moments to read the menu. We decided to share a Foccaccia Peppercino which was supposed to come topped with fresh tomato, onion, chilli, basil and balsamic. Instead we got tomato paste and bread which had kinda been chopped but not fully so when we tried to split it it became messy. It did taste nice though so at least thats something. For main we all ordered the Lucca pizza which was supposed to have peppers, olives, pine nuts and oil. Well it did but as you can see from the photograph a few bits of each (a few is being generous). I did ask about sides but was told the wedges and onion rings were cooked with meat so given we're vegan we passed. Some extra things to note - at one stage my friend asked asked a waiter (when one finally came) for extra oil. He was carrying a bin bag at the time but noone else was coming near us. He did go to get oil but carried the bin bag to our table, through the restaurant and then back to the table. He was young and did try to help so can totally forgive that. When we went to pay the waiter (another one) informed us we were short of money. We werent. The money was laying outside the dish but on the table beside the other money. He told us he wasnt allowed to touch money on table. New one to me. He could have asked was the money on the table for the bill instead of saying we were short money. So yeah all in all not a great experience. Definitely better than one star but not by much. But hey nice cocktails (even if very pricey for mostly ice!)

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    Liz K.

    DiMaggio's is a Glasgow institution. They have 4 branches across the city and are so popular you need to book for dinner. I've only ever been for lunch and I must say - I don't know what the hype is all about. It's not that there's anything WRONG with it. It's pretty good. But that's all. The only really big gripe with me is that a lot of their staff seem to have trouble understanding English. What is that about? I don't have a particularly strong Scottish accent, and even if I did - the restaurant is in Glasgow, so we should be able to make ourselves understood. On one occasion here I had their "famous" lasagne. It was a great lump of lasagne in a bowl, with no sides or salad. It was extremely tomatoey though, which isn't really to my taste. Another time I had pasta, not carbonara, but something similar, and it was pretty nice. I personally would never choose to go here, but if someone else suggested it I would have no complaints.

    Nicola B.

    Just another one of your average, run-of-the-mill, cookie-cutter Italian restaurants. I went here for a birthday a few years ago and was a bit disappointed, given the hype that had surrounded the place before I went. They have outdoor seating area on Royal Exchange Square during the summer, which always looks lovely, but al fresco in Glasgow is always a little less fun than you would imagine. However Di Maggios itself is very nice. Not much difference in price from Frankie & Benny's, but definitely a better overall experience, and as far as I know it isn't all brought in frozen and re-heated. When I went more recently we'd been hearing lots of hype about their pizzas - which, when they came, were positively dripping with grease and ahd to be consumed with a knife and fork. I'm assured they tasted pretty good, though. The best part for me was the stuffed potato skins. Mamma mia! They're delicious. It's a bit of a shame when your starter is the most memorable part of your dinner, but oh well. Good Italian food, in a very Italian setting, and a big bar. Not bad at all. Just remember to reserve a table first, though!

    Darryl R.

    A stereotypical Italian restaurant - from the food, to the decor, to the wait staff (are they actually Italian, or are they forced to speak with an 'Italian' accent?). If you want Pizza/Pasta then here is probably a safe bet - the food is actually quite nice, although, as someone below pointed out, not really worth ALL the hype. Book ahead if you actually want to eat though - the waiting times are ridiculous.

    Marco F.

    Mama mia! What a cracker of a restaurant. Believe or not Italian cuisine is not my favourite but if I had to choose my favourite Italian restaurant in Glasgow then the gong goes to Di Maggio's. The Royal Exchange Square restaurant is located in the heart of Glasgow City Centre, just opposite the Gallery of Modern Art. So after you've gotten your art on you can get your nosh on! The largest of the Di Maggio restaurants the Royal Exchange Square is a perfect spot for all food lovers. Whether you're a big wig business power luncher, a bargain hunter needing a break from a hard days shopping, or you're about to kick start a night out in the city centre tiles. Then you're in a prime location. In the summer months its extensive sun terrace is a magnet for people watchers and sun-worshippers. During the festive months pre-booking is always best. For added comfort to an already rather comfortable atmosphere I recommend grabbing a booth. It's just that wee bit more cosy. Food wise I can't fault this place. The prices are reasonable for a quality menu that's packed with all the classics and a bit extra. The pizzas are ace, the desserts are just yummy. My fave thing to order is the lasagne. It simply reminds me of my aunt's lasagne. Nooo no, I can't say which aunt! Are you mad?! I'm a bitI've already said too much about aunts and their cooking. If I make it to next Yelp do, I'll be the one with a black eye and a guilt complex. The only thing I would change is the decor. Time to bring it into the 21st century. But hey, it adds a bit of charm atleast. Di Maggio's also provides private dining facilities which can cater for parties of up to 50, perfect for family gatherings, office parties and conference catering. To enquire, please email info@dimaggios.co.uk or call 0141 248 2111.

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    Another very nice Italian restaurant in the city center and with great pizza. You can also book online.

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    Do the most amazing lasagne and chocolate fudge cake, not to mention all the yummy starters. I love this place!

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    I've been to quite a few other Italian places and had many a lasagne but nowhere has came close.

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    Pizza Punks - Took an hour to arrive!

    Pizza Punks

    3.7(23 reviews)
    0.2 miCity Centre
    ££

    I chose this pizza place for our dinner, the family was sick of "heavy" Scottish food and it's…read morecrazy when pizza is the lighter alternative. The choice was between a more traditional Italian restaurant and Pizza Punks which had a little more of the grit and industrial nature that we associate Glasgow with. The reason for the low review is the pizza took an hour to arrive. We were excited to start the meal but around 30 minutes of waiting it started getting awkward and when we looked around at other tables that were there before us we also noticed them looking around for their food. It took so long some people started leaving and the only reason this is not a 1 star review is staff was very good and kept apologizing. They did knock off 10 percent off the bill which we really appreciated but we would have left if they told us at the beginning the kitchen was very far behind. The pizzas tasted OK, but we were also very very hungry by the time it came. I would have ordered more food but were terrified it would take too long so we left still hungry. Interior is very nice and surprisingly large. They had a DJ in the front room and a professional photographer was also there when we ate shooting the interior. It could have been a more interesting experience if it didn't take so long!

    Great drinks and excellent music being played. Was sat immediately and the staff was very…read moreaccommodating

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    Pizza Punks - Signage, music, and Interior decor were nice

    Signage, music, and Interior decor were nice

    Pizza Punks - Inside, main room, DJ spinning punk music loudly

    Inside, main room, DJ spinning punk music loudly

    Pizza Punks - "anarchy" is the perfect way to describe our dinner here

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    "anarchy" is the perfect way to describe our dinner here

    Bloc+ - Fried chicken and chips

    Bloc+

    4.3(106 reviews)
    0.4 miCity Centre
    ££

    Easily accessible to Kings Cross. Had the Châteaubriand that was excellent. Great food and service.read more

    Came here for dessert . I had been eyeing there unique offerings and knew this was a must for when…read moreI finally had a chance to visit Glasgow ! Had the Goth ice cream which a black coconut ice cream With Jäegermeister syrup black sprinkles and wafer .Coconut creamy meets chocolate bitters and orange citrus . The syrup they use is sweet and thick and adds another dimensions of texture to this already complex up desert . Absolutely fabulous . I will definitely be back to try their buckfast shake . --- Came back the next day because I wanted to get their extremely limited goth dessert again which they were sold out of . Sad . But at least I had the chance to take advantage of their £4 Tuesday burger meal deal . I added caramelized onions for an extra pound but would recommend springing for the cheddar cheese or bacon for an extra £2 which is still a good deal ! As the the taste ? It's £4 burger with fries . No complaints ! As for the buckfast shake ...what an interesting concoction . It's strong ...I can only imagine what having straight buckfast would be like ..I'm glad my first time was in shake form as I'm sure the cream and milk toned down the alcohol and sharpness a lot . The overall flavor really grows on you . It reminds me of like a Neapolitan shake ( heavy on the chocolate and strawberry and no vanilla ice cream ) with a crap ton of added fermented strawberries and maraschino cherries and maraschino cherry syrup . If I was the chef I'd tweak this by adding a rum flambé banana slice or just banana in general would be so nice . I like this place a lot and would low key love to be a business partner or be able up a similar place in the States . Definitely a gem in Glasgow.

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    Bloc+ - Pizzas til 3am

    Pizzas til 3am

    Bloc+ - Durty burger and fries.

    Durty burger and fries.

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    Pizza and wing menu

    Amalfi Pizzeria - Frutti di Mare pizza

    Amalfi Pizzeria

    4.6(11 reviews)
    0.3 miCity Centre, Sauchiehall Street
    ££

    My wife and I had a great experience at Amalie Pizza in Glasgow. The food was excellent--I…read moreespecially loved the chicken risotto, which was rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The caprese appetizer was fresh and well balanced with tomatoes, cheese, and light lettuce accents. Service was outstanding, with warm, friendly, and attentive staff who made us feel very welcome. We are visitors from California.

    Ordered the first time online on Almalfi's website using Uber Eats, which was super easy. Pizza…read morecame by bike courier piping hot. I'd had shrimp scampi pizza before and pizza with escargot many years ago and was surprised at how well seafood and pizza go together. The Frutti di Mare pizza from Almafi's was no exception. With calamari, mussels and king prawns topping a tomato sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan base, there was plenty of flavor. I happily devoured most of the pizza and was glad my hubby had filled up on onion rings so I didn't have to share more than a couple of slices. Loved the pizza so much, I made sure it was also the last thing I ate before departing Glasgow to fly back to Dublin. First pizza the dough was more puffy, which I preferred. The second one was a flatter dough but still delicious. This was likely because the pizza oven wasn't as hot or the dough had rested differently - the first one was in the evening and the second flatter one was just as they opened at 11:30am. Note that their signage refers to opening at noon, but their website and Google say 11:30.

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    Chicken risotto

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    Sarti

    Sarti

    3.9(23 reviews)
    0.2 miCity Centre
    ££

    When we arrived they were VERY busy but they managed to get us a table in about 5 minutes. The food…read morewas tasty and filling, and their desserts were out of this world!

    When's the worst time to suddenly decide you want to go out for dinner? I'm not sure but I think…read more9:30 pm on a Monday night has to be a strong contender, at least in Glasgow. So maybe it was ill advised that this was the exact time I chose to drag my other half to Sarti but I think I got away with it. The staff didn't seem to mind at all that we'd showed up so late and without a reservation. We were welcomed, seated and our drinks orders were taken (I was gently guided away from an inferior bottle of wine to a nicer one for the same price, which is always a nice touch). I ordered a mixed wild mushroom pizza while my partner went for the spaghetti bolognese and everything was absolutely delicious, fresh and perfectly prepared. I love a good mushroom pizza and this is one of the better ones I've tried in Glasgow. We briefly considered dessert but, being the last people in the restaurant this time, decided it would be better to save it for a time when we were more organised. We paid the bill and were invited to a small glass of limoncello with the staff before we left. My partner normally hates the stuff (although he likes lemons) but actually enjoyed this one, so there's another minor victory. I've visited Sarti before but with a large group and found everything to be great on that occasion too but it was quite a long time ago. It's good to know that they're still doing everything right. We'll be back soon and hopefully at a more reasonable time.

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    Gusto - Baked gnocchi

    Gusto

    3.8(24 reviews)
    0.3 miCity Centre
    ££

    So I was lucky enough to be asked along to the VIP opening of Gusto. Going by the invite I thought…read morethis is going to be a grand opening. When we arrived we were suprised to see how posh it was (I'm so glad I wore a dress with my trainers) I felt a little undressed but did not feel looked down at by any of the staff. We arrived and meet up with some fellow yelpers. The drinks began to flow with cocktails being handed out by waiting staff. I was driving so did not get to enjoy the free drink. then came the canopies, they were beautiful to look at and tasted amazing, my favourite was the goats cheese tarts. The staff were fun and friendly, I think they liked us as we were having a laugh with them and they were soon coming straight to our table with the yummy treats. The restraunt is classic and grand looking, with the bar in the middle. The toilets are downstairs and you get to have a nosey into the kitchen on your way past. They had a live brass band playing lots of modern classics like Beyonce which was good fun. I will defo be visiting again to try the full menu and will be leaving the car at home so I can enjoy the cocktails.

    Gusto popped up in the old Clydesdale Bank (it felt like overnight but maybe I just never noticed…read moreit getting worked on). Gusto is part of the Living Ventures group (Grill on the Corner, conveniently over the road from Gusto) and serves Italian food. The restaurant is beautiful, quite similar to Grill on the Corner actually with be classy dark timber, gold finishing a and lots of mood lighting. The restaurant is split into sections so you won't feel like you're in a huge space even though it's a generous-sized restaurant. There's a bar right in the middle which is nicely decorated with stained glass and a tasty selection of booze. Of course, it's Monday lunchtime so I'm not drinking. The menu has great non-alcoholic options like coolers for £4. I opted for a mint and strawberry cooler which was absolutely lush: the barman here clearly knows what he's doing. I'm going to have to return for cocktails! Onto the food. I went for baked gnocchi with a side of spinach. The gnocchi had nduja through it - quite a lot actually as it was pretty spicy! Not unbearable though and overall this was a really nice dish, good portion size and perfectly baked. The spinach wasn't quite as good and was quite watery, and some of the leaves needed their stems trimmed. Overall I enjoyed it here a lot. The service is warm and friendly, and Holly who was looking after the area I was seated in was great and really knew her stuff. I do have to say the front of house wasn't quite as good and seemed a little confused and unsure, but the place has just opened so that's no big deal. All up, I was really impressed with my lunch and I'll be back soon.

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    Strawberry & mint cooler £4

    Gusto - Nice day to sit on the terrace

    Nice day to sit on the terrace

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