Where to go for family dinners in Glasgow

The team at Paesano Pizza knows the importance of family get-togethers and what better way to celebrate a special occasion than the Italian way with delicious Napoletana pizza. Paesano is all about making a meal out simple by providing a chilled dining experience, delicious simple menu created using the finest Italian ingredients and wood-fired oven.

Pizzas range from the affordable price of £5.50 through to £12, and as well as the staple pizzas there is also a daily specials menu with even more options. The pizzas on the menu are numbered, rather than named. A classic favourite is number two – tomato sugo with mozzarella, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil, as is the number eight – mushroom, spinach, mozzarella, ricotta, oregano, garlic and extra virgin olive oil.

If you are looking for an authentic Italian sit-down meal with lots of options on the menu to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters, then look no further than Tony Macaroni. With a multitude of restaurants in Glasgow, and an award-winning selection of pizza and pasta, your family tribe are sure to leave wanting more.

The a la carte menu is crammed with delicious options ranging from different types of bruschetta through to 13 different burger options! Tony Macaroni has created a portion of the menu specifically for sharing dishes realising that this is a great way for families to enjoy a range of different options together. The Antipasti all’Italiana is a collection of Italian meats served with olives, sun-blush tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella, and sweet and sour peppers as well as marinated artichokes and grissini. The Go Jimmy Style is another excellent option for families as it offers the choice of any pizza and pasta from the menu to share for the price of £20.95.

Located within the Hilton Garden Inn at the Finnieston Quay in Glasgow, Recess is a popular restaurant with families thanks to its delicious menu and location close to the SEC for gigs and events. From the plush sofa seating and colourful cushions, families will feel relaxed and at ease when catching up. While enjoying the picturesque views of the River Clyde diners can enjoy delicious nibbles and sharing platters, small plates such as crispy salt and pepper squid and crushed avocado bruschetta. Why not enjoy a tasty meal of fish and chips or king prawn and squid linguini? Alternatively, for those who wish to have something lighter a range of sandwiches are available including a club sandwich and chicken panini all served with Kettle crisps and house slaw.

The Unit is a family restaurant based on South Street in the Whiteinch area of Glasgow that boasts a 1000 square foot social space and large outdoor garden, making it an excellent venue to enjoy a family catch up.  The Unit stands out against other venues as it even has a children’s play area, pool table and a unique dessert table, which makes it an exciting restaurant to visit with the children and young people in your family.

When it comes to food, The Unit offers popular meals such as baby back BBQ ribs, Philly cheese steaks and signature flame grilled chicken. For the small diners in your family, The Young Team is an exciting children’s menu offering dishes such as tomato pasta, mini macaroni and cheese, and chicken goujons.

A Sunday carvery is a popular favourite amongst families here in Scotland and Wallace Well Farm is the perfect spot to enjoy all the benefits of a roast dinner with the full family.  Located in Robroyston in the North of Glasgow, Wallace Well Farm is famous for its decadent farmhouse carveries, which include slow roasted meats, crispy roast potatoes, trimmings, and fluffy Yorkshire puddings. Options range from a small to a large carvery, which is perfect for those with differing appetites.

Other delicious dishes on the menu include sandwiches served with chips, coleslaw and a salad garnish, British beef and ale pie and luxury macaroni cheese. Children can dine at Wallace Well Farm for as little as £4.99 for a midweek carvery or other delicious main meals such as mini fish and chips.

The American chain restaurant TGI Fridays is as popular in Glasgow as it is throughout the rest of the UK, as a venue for families to celebrate big events such as birthdays. At TGI Fridays, families can indulge in flame grilled steak burgers, sticky chicken wings and tasty salads. A children’s menu is also available priced from £5.25 and free baby food is also available, which makes it an excellent family-friendly restaurant.