La Vita Piccolino in East Renfrewshire

Honestly I can't fault any La Vita Restaurants.

Food is delicious and staff are friendly and helpful. A lovely little gem of an Italian Restaurant in Newton Mearns.

Always a nice atmosphere with lovely friendly staff. The food delicious with a great choice.

Very poor food and service. Wish we had checked the reviews. The menu read well but the quality was poor as was the service

I frequent this place a lot but there's never a special and the menu hasn't changed for years

Higher Prices, smaller portions - I generally rate La Vita highly but this time I need to mark it down as I feel the pinch of shrinkflation, prices have gone up whilst portions (e.g. pasta) have become smaller. I also have to mention the dessert we got, it was the toffee popcorn sundae. Now my wife does not like complaining but as a trusted customer I must. In the past I have enjoyed this dessert but not the last two times. This most recent time, the dessert was 80% whipped cream and 20% ice cream, should be the other way around. If I wanted a mouthful of whipped cream I would just go to Asda and buy a can of sprayable cream and eat that. But I don't expect that in a restaurant charging almost £10 for the dessert. I don't know if its a money saving idea to give the customer less ice cream. The mains was still decent enough.

The food here is always great. No faults whatsoever and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. We were here for my daughter’s 2nd birthday and my only complaint is with the service. My husband ordered water for the table which we had to ask again for several times before it appeared. When he asked for extra pepperoni on his pizza at the time of ordering the waiter actually sighed, visibly rolled his eyes and said ok! I was met with similar eye rolling when I asked for the blinds to be pulled down as the sun was directly in my eyes and my 2 daughters. All in all this is a bit disappointing as we elgebuibely love the food here, but it has put me off returning as I felt we were an inconvenience rather than valued customers.

I'm lucky enough to stay local to this absolute gem of an eatery. Food is second to none. Authentic and delicious. Service fabulous and such a comfortable relaxing vibe makes this my go to every time.

Of all the La Vita restaurants in the Glasgow area, this one is the best. Food was delicious, service was fast and friendly. Would go back in a heartbeat

Great food , the service wasn't the greatest, don't know if they were under staffed .one of the waiters seemed in the huff and didn't hide it .

Service with a smile ..lovely dinner and friendly attentive staff ..would definitely return surroundings are lovely too

Brilliant restaurant and carry out. Great value for money. Great service.

4th visit to this restaurant always an enjoyable meal. This time lunch with 3 pals. Serving staff very helpful and patient. Fab food. Pristine toilets! Always a restaurant to look forward to. Thank you

Great food ,great ambience & great service .

Varied menu, tasty food, great service. I've been here many times and love the food. But yesterday I asked for a decaf coffee, unfortunately a normal one was delivered even though I checked and as usual, the caffeine made me ill. I normally always check (visually) but didn't this time, I will in future.

Food is lovely but was let down by the service. Most of the staff were lovely but unfortunately the man serving us was quite irritable and threw his hands up and walked away when we asked for 2 minutes to have a look at the menu before ordering our drinks. The atmosphere is generally quite noisy and busy.

This resteraunt is close to me and I've never been in, so tonight I invited some friends and we went for it. On arrival it took a good few minutes to be aknowledged by a staff member, and the ambience in the room was loud but it was very busy. Staff had difficulty hearing orders over the noise of the room, but the food was delicious. The food is very good, and I would likely go back again.

We went as a large group for my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary and we all really enjoyed our evening. For the number of people at our table and considering how busy the restaurant was, the service was quick and staff were all very friendly and helpful. The food was tasty and so filling that only a few of us could manage a dessert. The occasion cakes (we ordered 2 via the website) were brought to our table after our main courses with sparkler/candles and staff went above and beyond the whole evening.

A great evening, excellent food, and very friendly staff. No problem at all with online booking or when we called to adjust our party size from 6 to 4 due to call offs.

Great restaurant great staff great food

Lovely girls lunch can recommend it not rushed plenty of time to sit and chat

The extra large strawberry tart is indeed extra large

The pasta with the prawns was lovely but it was supposed to have scallops in it, it had one very bashed scallop at the bottom. For £16.95 I was very disappointed with the lack of scallops

Service was pretty average tbh Had to ask for extra drinks , twice. Wrong item delivered at one point and service could have been more faster on plate clearance

Ordered a takeaway collection last night as I do most weeks . Opened the pizza box and was stunned that it could ever have been acceptable to hand it over to a customer. The pizza was at least 24 hours old , stale and stuck to the box. Was so shocked I put it straight in the bin. Couldn’t be bothered calling and waiting for another delivery. Really poor quality control measures. A simple glance would have told staff the pizza was inedible. Really disappointed.

Excellent service and very good food at reasonable prices.

We have been to the restaurant a number of times now and although the food is generally great it is let down by an incredibly rude, grumpy and offhand older waiter. He takes orders without looking at you, slams or removes food & glasses aggressively and generally makes you feel really unwelcome. As we have been served by him every single time we have been it has really marred the experience and we decided last night we won’t be going back again sadly.

First time here and was so surprised was excellent and fantastic value for money will definitely be back had the day time menu of 3 courses although we did share the dessert lol drinks a little over priced but it’s a nice day out so why not.

The lasagne was cold and chewy and the mozzarella fritta had clearly been reheated and was rubbery. Jusf awful

La Vita Newton Mearns is definitely worth a visit, the food is faultless and the staff are very friendly and helpful - we’ll definitely be back, again!

The risotto was overloaded with veg, was not enjoyable. We initially thought we had ordered the wrong risotto to what we usually order as it was not like any other risotto’s we’ve had in the past. The arribiatta was full of tomato skins, which is different to the usual blended sauce. Again not as enjoyable as usual.

pizzas - great, tiramisu - disgusting. Worst ever tried - avoid at any cost.

I'm adding an edit because of my last two visits, while excellent food wise, illustrated a common issue these days with many food outlets. Owners and Managers must remember there will usually be a designated driver who should not have to miss out because there is a lack of non-alcoholic drinks available. Some of us don't drink period. Contrary to what I said earlier they had Peroni Libre as usual but no red/white wine. Neither for that matter do they ever have booze free Gin. There is no excuse for this. They charge the same. I'm so annoyed that I've said "nothing for me, I'm not going" and that would be a pity. One Peroni and a glass of Tonic Water from a small can. Maybe they will let me take in my own? The galling thing is someone could have nipped into the off licence and got a bottle for a fiver. My sister thought that maybe there is too much waste but one big glass and the bottle would be paid for. Come on Marco, you were not there at the last Bank Holiday. Just as well as you'd have taken scalps. Table of six, three courses. I felt like a wean again. Lovely Gins in the Orchard Park and when the heck will more restaurants sell Guiness Zero. So far, only available in the Golf Club. I hope you see this. One star coming off! ORIGINAL POST: Top notch. I went Pescatarian this time around and everything was fresh and delicious. Regardless of the menu, you can ask for whatever you fancy and the boss man owner will make sure you get it. Full portion too much? Easy, ask for a half portion. Wine selection etc is excellent and whilst I want a glass and an aperitif and a liqueur, I tend to drive so am happy with the non alcoholic Peroni and red wine. Even the tablet with the large cup of coffee is great and the boss man usually slips in extra. He oversees a number of La Vitas but always appears and has a chat. It's not expensive for what you get. It is noisy but which Italian is not? Dine in is excellent. Take away is the same food (tip: order and collect yourself) and superb value. Delivery is available but personally have not tried it. There is a car park behind the shops. Parking at the restaurant may be restricted. But not far to walk. Space is a little restricted but the Staff will move tables when possible. Disabled toilet.

A very busy Thursday evening at the restaurant, a good sign. The service was excellent and there was no pressure to order quickly or a return time for the table. The food was very good and only comment would be that the portions were on the large side. Prices were ok and pretty standard for Italian restaurants but quality definitely a plus

Possibly one of the best venue for pizza in the city. This has a wonderful Italian history of excellence, well done, Hard working and friendly staff too.

I’m a frequent visitor to this establishment, I have always been happy with the quality of service, but on this occasion, I was bitterly disappointed by the lack of interest from staff. We sat for ages when we finished our main course , then 2 different staff who looked the more senior of team cleared our plates , no chat of dessert menu’s etc from either, then sat a further 15 minutes to get their attention for bill as we didn’t have any more time to spare for dessert as I was going to a show. When the bill was presented, I asked for the card machine instantly but gentleman just walked off. After another 5 minutes, we just got up and went to bar to pay. We have spent many many meals at this establishment over the years and the service has been fine. But I feel it will be a while before I return unfortunately. As always the chef cooked a lovely meal, cannot fault it. It appeared that there were at least 4 senior looking staff around and two new faces that obviously were maybe still learning.

Lovely Italian food. I would have like to have practiced my Italian more. Will just need to go back.

Excellent, so glad we finally found a great Italian for pizza

This was our second visit to La vita piccolino, however the experience was not the same as the first time 3 years ago. In fact the experience was awful. There was no welcome at the door. We were given A La carte menus and then the waiter disappeared for 15 mins. When we enquired about a set menu, the waiter reluctantly brought them then rushed off again. At this point we are still waiting for a drink order to be taken. When we asked for a jug of water as well as drinks, it was thrown onto the table by a scowling waiter. The set menu did not whet our appetites at all, so all 5 of us ordered from A La Carte. Prices were very expensive ie £18.95 for Ravioli. Focaccia £11.95. The food was very average . Two of our group had Penne pasta mixed in the spaghetti. Gives impression everything not running well in the kitchen. But the whole experience was a disappointment after having enjoyed it 3 years previously. One waiter looked liked he’d just put the rubbish out, as his trousers were filthy. The other two were fighting with each other and at no point did any of them converse with us. When we gave some feedback on one dish, the waiter replied saying “ yeh I was going to tell you not to order that, maybe avoid that next time” No one actually asked us if everything was ok or if we needed anything else. In general, there was no warmth or atmosphere and all agreed we would not return. We did not feel like we were valued as customers in any way.

I'd say this is the best Italian Restaurant in this area. Extensive menu and food is always good. Only downside is that it can be fairly noisy. Reasonably priced.

Did not deliver food - called and the guy was no help, they delivered it to the wrong house and no one answered so they didn’t even bother to call me - terrible service, AVOID

Earlier than advised, but I was ok with that. Meal delicious.

I liked my pasta, my partner didn't like her pizza in fact she left half of it, but I think if she chose another pizza she would have liked it. The mozzarella starter was not great, more breadcrumb rather than mozzarella. The guy on the entrance that handed me my order couldn't have been nicer. I would definitely go back and try something else I liked the vibe of the place.

Food was lovely here. We were late we called ahead to notify them and it was no problem at all.

The delivery driver came to my door accusing me of not paying when I had payed my order, so I phoned the restaurant for them to say it was their mistake, in all this heat of the moment stuff my food was lying there freezing cold when they had told me I had actually paid. Awful customer service, will never be eating here again

I absolutely love this restaurant. Every time I have been (I think 4) it has been amazing. Food is delicious, staff are lovely, quick service and wide variety menu. Not to mention the decor and atmosphere. I highly recommend the selection of pizzas and Sanpelligreno. One of the best restaurant I have ever been to. Well done guys. 👏

Family get together (12 of us). Service was excellent and all food was delicious. I had seafood risotto which was really tasty. Great night out.

Friendly staff, exceptional service and authentic food

Best italian i have ever been to. The main staff have been there years. Food and service is great. Been coming here 10+ years. Amazing.

Great lunch and family friendly. Very happy little girl. Thankyou

Food was well packed no likeages. Only note is that I was surprised to see soup delivered in a standard flat tab. Food was hot and tasty. I was pretty impressed with my salted beef.

As always delicious, thanks again for a lovely meal.

I came in to order a pizza. I was pointed to where to go without looking me in the eyes or speaking to me. The rudest old man I have ever encountered in a restaurant. Clearly thinks he is better than customers. So after that charade I did order a 12” pizza to takeaway. The pizza was terrible. It was overloaded with toppings and therefore had a wet soggy base. It was not cooked properly. I would love to teach this place how to actually make pizza but I get the impression they could be too arrogant to listen.

Foccacia Piccante and Pollo Capello were good.

Delivery Driver was amazing. So kind

Restaurant was busy and very warm but the food was excellent.

was the best pizza i’ve ever tasted in my life proper class so it was. gen up being honest mate like gen up loved it. like my mouth was producing more saliva than normal… strange

Little disappointed with the Halloumi starter as it had gone soggy and a little cold, but that can’t be helped in transport. Everything else was absolutely delicious! Thank you very much! Looking forward to our next visit.

I don’t know how they think it’s acceptable to deliver such inedible veal. I wouldn’t even think there would be an animal alive that could stomach such veal unless it was starving to death.If you value food that can be eaten then you should really avoid. The spaghetti was at least edible, but not tasty. Overall quite shocked how the standards of this once upon a time nice restaurant has crashed. Please somebody have a word with the chef before somebody is poisoned by such ‘food’!

Seafood on pizza was off and smelled terrible. The rest of the meal was good but serving off seafood is unacceptable.

Very unfriendly staff. Food very average. Wouldn't rush back here.

Excellent Sunday lunch ...good food and value for money

Pizza was spot on - good crisp undercarriage and just the right amount of toppings

Found what looked like a steal bristle in my food. Just glad I seen it before I tried any. Chucked the full lot away no idea what this was or how it ended up in my food but it looked sharp so glad I didn't digest it or my children. Absolutely disgusted

The food was so delicious. Ambiance was also good. The prices are little bit high.

amazing, love it here fab dood and lovely folk

Sometime the pasta has big chunks of onion or tomato throughout which it usually doesn’t. Can really put me off. Otherwise it was delicious

Tremendous food and different but very very good lemonade. The pepperoni on the pepperoni pizza is spicy but we liked it that way. Also a very wide range of Italian food etc. (Penne, pasta and pizza.) The restaurant is very busy (a little) cold but other wise the restaurant atmosphere is good. The staff are very friendly, there are a range of staff coming from different countries so easy to communicate to if you speak another language. This restaurant is highly recommended. Well deserved 5 star 👍👍👍

Excellent service, very attentive, without being overbearing. Food very tasty, and good sized portions. Very relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely recommend and re-visit.

First class service and food great atmosphere what more do you need 👍

The food was basic and nothing special

Roast beef lunch was tender and tasty. Not so the Yorkshire pudding which was neither. Funghi a bit too fritti.

We've been eating here for over ten years now and have never been disappointed. Keep up the great work. 👍

Pizzas took over 25 min from when it said they had been collected - chips stone cold - both pizzas barley warm - One pizza was burnt underneath beyond usual pizza oven marks - the pizza tasted very burnt. So disappointing - salad nice otherwise a waste of money unfortunately - usually like the food from here but won’t order delivery again

Arrived earlier than expected but sadly did not come close to living up to previous experiences with this restaurant. The garlic bread was ‘damp’, can’t think of a better word as wasn’t toasted that much and was in a foil bag so it had just steamed itself crazy, but sadly the garlic bread was one of the better items. The pizza was awful, and it was incredibly salty with a strange herby taste that neither of us could put our fingers on, but suffice to say it wasn’t pleasant. The arrabbiatta pasta didn’t look or taste anything like the arrabbiatta pasta which we have had in the restaurant a number of times before. It was also incredibly salty. All in all a really disappointing experience as we ended up throwing almost everything out. Have to say, just for balance; that we’ve had home deliveries from here before and they’ve always been good. We’ve also ate in the restaurant many times and had always been very good so I guess we chalk this up to an off night and move on.

Great food delivered early, spot on!

Lovely pasta & melanzane. Food nicely packed in leakproof bags. Friendly delivery man.

Always good .. good atmosphere also .nice surroundings, cannot fault it at all

Ordered via just eat. Pizza sauce was too salty and ruined it for me. Other than that it was nothing to rave about.

Like restaurant dinner at home! A nice variety of high quality starters and lovely pasta - not mean with the scallops either, which makes a massive difference to feeling you are getting a good quality meal. Delighted 😊

Slow delivery (over an hour) and food was delivered was completely the wrong order. Took another 45 minutes to deliver the correct order. Food was okay.

Garlic bread tasted rotten and acidic, lasagne portion was very small compared to normal and food arrived cold. Huge dip from previous times eating from here

We got the family meal deal and there was plenty for a family of 3 adults. The food was delicious and piping hot when it arrived. The flavours were amazing! Definitely will order from here again.

My partner and niece spotted the restaurant. This was our first time there. The food was spot on and I cannot fault the food at all. It was very busy the evening we went. So that speaks volumes itself. People obviously have been before and returned. Big menu so be prepared for some pondering. Ask the waiting for advice if you need any. Despite so many people (almost full) the service was fast. This will be on our list of restaurants to return to 👌 Second visit just as good 👌

Ate in the Newton Mearns restaurant for lunch today. No mention that the Daily menu was not available and when speaking to the waiter about it he just walked away. The waiter serving us was very rude which was a shame as the other staff were lovely and the food was delicious. I don't think I will return for that very reason.

Not as good this time round I am afraid. By the time we got the order it was freezing and cheese on pizza was congealed - clearly very busy but making food sub standard. Suggest more staff to keep up with the normal high quality (sorry)

Arrabbiata and the bruschetta is delicious 👌 the service is always amazing. Thank you 🙏🏽

Hello our French fries haven’t been delivered

Hot, delicious and well prepared dish.

The brisket and latke dinner is a TRIUMPH! Thoroughly enjoyed it! Wait time is often long (because the food is great!) But worth the wait. Treat yourself!

Our favourite Italian restaurant. Good size portions & order ready promptly. Thank you!

Ordered nice and early with a delivery time of 8:30 as got kids. Arrived at 8pm when putting kids to bed. Garlic bread was soggy and pizza was too doughy.

Our meal has not yet delivered … your phones are engaged …can you let us have an update please ?

Usually really good food, but takeaway pizza was undercooked and tasted / looked quite bad. Also always seem to be served by the same guy with the most stinking attitude when sitting in.

Really enjoyed our meal here tonight. Food was great… service was lovely. Really friendly. and very happy with the price too! Will be back soon!

Disappointed to hear a member of staff getting into trouble in front of customers. Not the right place to do that on restaurant floor!!

No food here after ordering 2 hours ago , la vita claims they only got order 20 mins ago although they had accepted order 2 hours ago , not the first time I’ve heard this from them so if your hungry I would probs go somewhere else .

Lovey food, staff are really nice. Had a fab meal with friends

Order never showed up even although I got confirmation notification that it had left the restaurant and was on route to me. Restaurant claimed to have not received order despite the notification food was on way to me and did not offer to get me any food. Just a short “call just eat”. Pretty awful service from somewhere we use regularly. Very disappointed to be honest.

Very delightful authentic Italian restaurant, the chicken is also halal, food is delicious.