Little Italy in Glasgow City

I grew up eating here. I came back after years, but won’t be back again. The older woman serving us was so incredibly and inexplicably rude you’d think I’d killed her cat. I do have a headscarf on now, don’t if that triggered her or what. Never again.

Lovely food, lovely service and lovely family time!

Great food. Pizzas are fab! Speed of service can be variable depending on how busy it is & tune of day. Great atmosphere though can get a bit noisy if its busy. Lovely staff and a great vantage - people watching spot if sat at the window. Definitely worth going to.

Very old school italian cafe vibe. Decent comfort food

Great little Italian with lots of options. We had the garlic prawns, minestrone soup, ciabatta sandwich with chicken pesto and a spaghetti Bolognese. All dishes were high quality and tasted freshly cooked. Dishes were fairly priced and portion size was huge. The spaghetti Bolognese could have easily fed two. Service was average with the timing of dishes pretty off - two starters and the sandwich arrived first with the spaghetti arriving about 20 mins later (after asking the servers to check where it is). Apart from that little service blip, we would go back.

As a returning customer, I was really let down by my experience. Admittedly, we came into Little Italy during the last hour of serving food. We asked if they were still serving dinner, which we were told yes, and we were initially greeted warmly by the worker who seated us. But then our server completely rushed us through the ordering process, making no effort to accommodate for us, and made us feel like burdens in the restaurant. We ordered the Pollo Piccante pasta and felt completely overcharged. The sauce was flavourless, and not spicy at all, and the chicken was really weird- the texture and taste indicated that it was clearly pre-packaged and thrown quickly into a pan. After reading other reviews, it seems other people have noticed this about the chicken too. Shocking value for £14. Upset by my experience and particularly the service at a local restaurant that I have enjoyed in the past

Popped in for late lunch/early supper, seated straight away in the most cramped seating ever. Service was not great, pizza certainly not freshly made base. Overpriced for what is was, so many other Italian restraunts in the vicinity better seating and standard of food.

Had a delivery minestrone soup buratta salad and spaghetti carbonara. All delicious and portion size was great. 5/5

As a frequent diner here I can say that the food is very good and usually, I receive good service. I would note though that it is a very small restaurant so is often loud and quite cramped. My latest visit was the first time that I had not booked a table prior. I waited for 30 minutes then got seated which was perfectly fine. Our meal was lovely until it came to sorting the bill. We were planning on using Apple Pay but then one of our phones Apple Pay broke, we were in the middle of trying to fix it when the waitress came and stood at the end of our table with the card machine in hand. We asked if there was a WiFi password to try to get the pay working which was left unanswered. Then a fellow waitress came up and told us we had to hurry up, I followed with “sorry is this table reserved soon” to which she replied “no we have walk-ins waiting”. I would have understood this if we were sitting talking but we were trying to sort payment which she knew we were doing. This is the height of bad manners when it comes to dining. I’m extremely disappointed as I would guess that if I wasn’t in my late teens and looked like an older adult then I would never have received this treatment. My money is the same as adults money and my respect and manners are the same, if not better than most adults. Therefore I should receive the same respect back. Some people just think that teens are just up to no good and that they can treat them however they please.

Greatnight with efficient and friendly service. Good food, great atmpsphere and reasonably priced. Ten of us had an excellentnight

Delicious food and a great attraction - a child preparing pizza in a bambini set.

Best pizza in Glasgow. A little pricey though

A well known place in the West End. Great food, great service.

The home made apple pie was astounding.

Table for 4 in the mezzanine. 2 adults and 2 kids. Pizza was fantastic - well cooked and very very tasty. Spaghetti Bolognaise was great. Kids really enjoyed it. This is definitely our go to for a wee night out with the kids. Drinks a little pricey. £7.25 for a small glass of ok wine makes me a little uneasy. But all in all a good meal.

Delicious food and drink. Service was top notch! I shared Garlic & Chilli prawns with focaccia, N'duja meatballs with focaccia starters. Both were very tasty and generous portions. I then had the Chef Special pasta with pesto, tomato and salciccio (sausage) which was amazing! We shared warm apple crumble pie with ice-cream which was yummy. Wine was lovely and water provided without having to ask. All in all it was the best food and dining experience we've had in a long time! Staff were friendly and attentive. Atmosphere lovely and relaxed. Will definitely be back!

Having read a couple of recent negative reviews we were hesitant to keep our booking but boy are we glad we did! Service was exceptional and nothing was a bother, very friendly staff. Food, well... It was just outstanding! Between 4 of us we shared our starters which were all delicious, wine was lovely too (and a really big bottle!) We were given water for the table without even asking which is rare these days. Main courses were just as delicious as the starters if not more so. I had the chef special pasta with pesto, salciccio and sun-dried tomato which is the best pasta dish I've ever had. Everyone else cleaned their plates too. We weren't rushed at all which was especially appreciated for a Sat night. We then shared a homemade hot apple crumble pie with ice cream and it was also yummy! Between 4 of us sharing 5 starters, 4 mains, 1 desert, 3 bottles of wine and an Aperol Spritz our bill only came to £191 which I thought was good. We left a generous tip and thanked the staff for a wonderful evening. We will definitely be back and recommend! Thank you Little Italy!

I had pizza so bad .service even they not ask for drink

Came here a few days ago with some friends, we all had such a great time. special shout-out to our server Sammy, he was so attentive and funny, never failed to make our table laugh. Recommended all the best dishes and sides, probably one of the best servers I’ve had in all of Glasgow. #stansexysammy

First class calzone with lashings of olive oil. 😘😃

What a wee gem. Just the right amount of bustle, super friendly, attentive and efficient staff. Despite constant stream of customers, no one waited long and no one was rushed to leave either. Simple food fantastically executed- I recommend the burrata caprese a very young Mozzarella style cheese and super fresh tomatoes and herbs with oil. It has the feel of a proper neighborhood institution and I suspect many customers are regulars.

Always good no matter when to sit in and it’s home made Italian pizza and pasta, so tasty

This place has been a staple throughout my life. The food has always been fantastic, highly recommended for a wee coffee or amazing food.

Food was excellent as always and the staff are lovely. My only complaint is with the kids drawing mat/chefs hat. It only comes with the kids pizza and while it’s not a massive deal it seems a bit mean that one kid got one and the other didn’t cause he had the pasta. He was so upset and although we did ask if he could have one he wasn’t allowed which I found a bit weird as every other restaurant I’ve been to pretty much ever has stuff like drawing mats to keep kids entertained, regardless of what they order from the kids menu. We did get a piece of paper for him to doodle on but still not the point. Especially when the bill was nearly £100.

Discovered the chicken pesto, my new goto.

Spicy chicken pizza was one of the best I've tasted. Thin crispy but soft base with generous topping was utterly delicious. Garlic bread slices were slightly overdone for my liking but this was just personal preference. Sitting outside near closing time the staff were very accommodating. No room out side for wheelchair users a very tight squeeze. Not much of a summer vibe or exciting atmosphere. I would have loved to have had more time to enjoy the pudding selection.

Lunch 👌👌fantastic as always Meatball foccacia n a pint of morreti

Used to love this place but was really disappointed in the food when we visited recently. The pasta was tasteless and the chicken was disgusting, definitely frozen cubes. The pizza was dry and the peppers weren’t even cooked, looked like they’d been added after it came out the oven. Such a shame as this used to be a great wee place to eat. Unfortunately we won’t be back.

The chef’s special was honestly the best pasta dish I think I’ve ever tasted. It was absolutely delicious. The service was attentive and prompt but potentially could’ve been just slightly friendlier. It was really busy but we were able to sit outside.

We were served by a girl who seemed really uninterested. The chicken in the pasta tasted like packet meat and the carbonara was pretty bland, definitely not worth 15 pounds. I wouldn't visit here again it was really overpriced for what we got.

Lovely server was fun and helpful, and made my grandson feel grown up. The food was tasty and well presented.

We just entered at the last closing time and still being greeted gracefully Ordered cappuccino and Tiramisu Loverly and tasty

I've been here a few times. The food is always good. Try the 3 plate tapas. This time around, I tried the spicy meat calzone.. it hit the spot. Followed up by a shared double nugget. The owner had gone to the trouble of splitting it for us and serving it on 2 plates. Lovely touch,very much appreciated Service is amazing and very friendly. The places is always buzzing. Full of locals, students, and tourists.

Excellent place to sit and watch the world go buy great food great prices excellent service

Great restaurant with good food

Food was good and tasty but I think it was bit on pricey side. I would rather go to pizza good place that can fill my stomach and still have some leftovers with same price. I ordered arrabiata pasta, tasty but £10 just for small portion. Go once to try it.

Absolutely loved the food, and the people that work there couldn't be more pleasant and helpful. I think it was the manager that gave us complimentary drinks as the food took a bit longer to arrive as the place was really busy. Will definitely be back. Couldn't recommend it highly enough.

2nd time in Glasgow and choose this place for the 2nd time. Food amazing

Ask for a specific table and see what happens- we arrived and the upstairs was empty so we selected a table- guy arrived and the first thing he said was “i will have to move you as someone is arriving in 1 hour’ . What was interesting is that a previous time we came in - we dared to select a table after being told where to sit and obviously this irked the guy. Why is it only in glasgow you are told by waiting staff where you are “allowed” to sit. Go on choose a table in here and see what happens…..

First time visit, lovely place. Really liked the retro decor and the pizzas and cappuccinos were fabulous!

Reasonably priced for West End. Friendly staff. No complaints. I’ll be back

Amazing tasting food looking forward to going back

Lunchtime meal for 3 family members. Had to wait 15.mins to he seated but advised of this Whole of Byers Road cafes and eateries were much the same. Lovely food and filling. Good menu options.

We had a takeaway, the portion sizes were quite small.... My Calazone was tiny, but very Delicious. The Carbonara and Bolognese weren't very nice, according to my Husband and Daughter....

Never had a poor meal here, it is solid and delicious. Literally everything about it and the menu is First class. Pizza is the best in Glasgow by a long way

It is my number one Italian place in Glasgow. We do takeaways every week. Excellent pastas and tiramisu. Much better than in the nearby chains

Always great food and experience

Awesome, lovely food, service and highly enjoyable

Nice food, excellent attention, nice atmosphere.

We had 4 mouths to feed. Each mouth wanted a different menu item. All in all, we devoured 12 different dishes. The plates we wiped clean. No more needs be said.

While the restaurant can be busy sometimes, we went for an early lunch this day and managed to get a table almost anywhere. We chose the breakfast tables by the window since it was a bright day. Atmosphere wise, Little Italy often has a typical Glasgow Westend feel, but as it was early, it was quiet, except on the streets. We ordered Stuffed mushrooms, Minestrone soup, Flatbread with rosemary, garlic, olive oil, Caprese , coffess and a Tiramisu. I come here regularly with friends and the food can be a bit hit and miss sometimes. The Stuffed mushrooms were so aromatic and flavoursome, the flatbread were fresh and lovely moist with olive oil. Everything was very good except for Tiramisu, which I thought was really, really thick and heavy.

Had brunch. It was fine. Would liked more of the Italian sausage as it was best thing abiit food. No complaints and good coffee

Loved this wee place, spaghetti bol was delicious.

For me, I love Calzone. It is my go-to place for this. You have the option for choice of fillings. I can't imagine having a bad experience here. This is only the tip of the iceberg in terms of what they provide if course.

Popped into Little Italy on a whim this evening and so glad we did. Staff and food were fantastic and we'll definitely be back.

Amazing coffee and gluten free carrot cake

Lovely food and restaurant. Coffee was very nice.

I was charged £9.50 for a medium coffee and a cake. Look out for the old cakes wrapped in cling film. Most expensive in Byres Road.

It was delicious I had the chicken and mushroom pasta the service was really great

To be honest it’s nothing to write home about , Garlic Mushroom Starters and Penne with Meatballs as a Main Course plus a Pint of Peroni and a Still Water for my old man . At £48 it was as I expected , distinctly average

Me and my partner recently visited Little Italy on a holiday to Scotland. We were greeted with a warm welcome, treated to a delish meal and indulged in a yummy tiramisu. When I got home to England I realised I had left my new gloves at the restaurant, the staff made sure my gloves were mailed out and returned to me which I am so grateful for. Exceptional customer service and lovely people. Would 100% recommend eating here 🤩

Amazing service and great food! We were greeted with a warm welcome and treated to a yummy meal. The tiramisu was delish. I left my gloves here after the visit and the staff were lovely enough to mail them back to me in England!! Very grateful and blown away by the exceptional service . Would 100% recommend dining here!

Our favourite restaurant in the West End, excellent location on Byres Rd, great food & atmosphere. Many thanks to Remo for arranging our table for after our annual visit to the panto next month. We have lots of happy family memories at Little Italy.

My partner and I walked up and down the road not really sure what we wanted to eat . When we looked at the menus we decided to give it a try . From the moment we walked in the door you were drawn in by the friendly faces and atmosphere . We had a 5/10 min wait for a table and it was well worth the wait . The whole experience made my day out for lunch perfect . The food did not disappoint . All staff were friendly attentive and very professional . Guess where we are going next Saturday for lunch 👍😀thankyou

Food and service excellent, also best pint of lager I've tasted in a while,crisp cold and fresh.Birra on tap.

Nice atmosphere and environment but food was poor and very over priced for the quality. Tasted like frozen cubes of chicken. Hardly any taste of chilli in pollo picantte

overall happy. great vibe, food good. a bit of a mix up with our starters, but the resturant was very busy, so completely understandable. Prices are on the higher end of what I would consider fair for Glasgow West end. All in all, a good, (not great), bowl of pasta, but a really good caprese salad.

The pizza was amazing but there was too much oil for the carbonara I ordered, besides this, the overall quality and taste of food is fantastic. 😊

Unfortunately since covid it’s gone downhill. Service is poor and the cost have increased so much. I’ve eaten here 3 times over past few months and they’ve totally messed up the order twice and the 3rd time I used a calendar to time the delivery of our food. Really disappointed as it used to be the go to place every week. Too many inexperienced staff.

Best meal in Glasgow! The pizza was incredible. Very authentic Italian dough. The pastas were incredible. Chicken carbo and salmon penne are not to be missed.

I absolutely love this restaurant. I come at least once a month. Not only is the food delicious and so flavoursome, the staff who serve it are so polite, caring, helpful and make the time to make you feel welcome. I can recommend little Italy to everyone. Give yourself a treat n pop in even just for coffee and you'll see what I mean. Well done guys. Xx❤️🍷🍽️

Not the best Italian food. Got the carbonara take away the other day and it's very bad. Tastes like they added cream, sauce is broken, and I couldn't taste the egg yolk, doesn't taste like real cabonara to me

I have very fond memories of Little Italy saving my lunchtime during my PhD studies, and the food is just as good as I remember. It'll always be a stop for me when visiting the west end of Glasgow.

Had the penne salsiccia, delicious 😋

Not the cheapest place,high rateable area,take aways&cramped inside.Pizza good&different breads .

Great food and service despite arriving at peak time on a Friday without a reservation. Good value for money too.

Super tasty pizzas and friendly folk 😊

Few vegetarian and vegan options available.

Went for breakfast had coffee and a roll and bacon both delicious the service was great very friendly😀

Nice atmosphere. Food is good. Attentive and friendly waiters.

Really nice food and atmosphere. The goats cheese foccacia is amazing

Love this place. Highly recommend 👌

Really nice food. Staff were primt and pleasant.

Went for takeout girl said £8.95 for arribiatta (no meat) which was a bowl full in side I said are you joking the price was£7.00 bought it and the pasta was too chewy sauce was underseasoned won’t be back

Disappointed not with the food but with the staff. Our reservation was for 6.30pm and we had our table until 8pm. At 7.20pm the supervisor/manager brought over our bill and just stood and waited. He didn’t give us a minute we was effectively throwing us out! Not impressed I have never been treated like that in a restaurant.

Terrible customer service. Staff Didn’t place our order and kept us waiting for 20 mins. The cesar salad we bought (which was already over priced) filled half the takeaway box and was served with rocket and a scrap of chicken - cesar salad with rocket? When we went back to complain and ask for our money back the staff member threw our money at us. Disgusting behaviour. Maybe time to reflect on your service and food quality rather than just increasing your prices and selling any old thing to unsuspecting customers. You’ve let your business slip and it’s catching up with you. Customer service is non existent.

I went back for nostalgic reasons. Used to go here back in the late 90s. It's still beautiful and the menu is pretty good. Waiting staff are lovely - casual and competent. Of course, the location is great. The coffee is good - if not exceptional. I miss the former quirkiness - the mural of God handing Adam a coffee - and it all feels a bit crammed and crowded - too many tables in a small space.

We sat outside on a sunny day for lunch once Saturday, main courses and drinks arrived promptly. Food was mediocre. Had ordered two apple crumbles and ice-cream, one came after 12 minutes of waiting and the other one 30 minutes later after the first one had arrived. Said the kitchen made a mistake, never even apologised or took accountability. Was still on the bill etc. So disappointed.

I really like this place. The lunch deal has a great value and is very convenient for anyone working nearby. Sitting in is nice as the place is very well kept and staff is very friendly. I didn't come across a dish I don't like so far. Their pizza is great and there's an ever changing selection of cake.

The staff was great, good service and good food, totally recommend!

Best tiramisu ever. Waitress Ann, working so hard, still had time to chat be very pleasant and friendly as well professional. Well done Ann, and thank you.

Great place. Wonderful friendly staff. I eat there often and it's sonsistently a fab venue. I can highly recommend it

Best calzone I've had and the pasta funghi was lovely.

Good food. Must try their Tiramisu. Friendly staff. Overall a good experience.

Good food, Good coffee, Good Service, all-in-all a Great Restaurant.

Amazing food and service, cute little pizzeria off the street. Had the Melanzane alla Parmigiana, it was amazing. Would highly recommend!

Love this place, been going here for years but not often enough to be a regular. Service is always very good and friendly. Definitely worth booking so you don't miss out.

Food was delicious. Kids keep asking to go back.

Très achalandé un vendredi sour, le service en a un peu souffert. La pizza est bonne, mais chaque ingrédient est un extra, il n’y a pas de proposition de saveurs… Ça revient un peu cher! Et nous étions vraiment très très tassés.

Superb, an easy 5 stars. Pizza style is a little thicker than I was expecting (so very filling!) but tasted great :-D