The Tuscan invasion

Popular plate: Try 'I famosi spaghetti allo scoglio Sarti', a seafood laden pasta dish spiked with chilli and fresh tomato.

Word to the wise: You can have your food intolerance and eat well too, as there are plenty of gluten-free pasta options here.

The grand dame of Glasgow's copious Italian eateries, Fratelli Sarti is a true family restaurant and a city institution that spreads its Tuscan and Ligurian love over three City Centre establishments.

Although staff can be unapologetically slow, the chic café-style decor retains a welcome informality, complimented by a simple yet appealing menu featured throughout all three outposts. Consistently authentic choices are guaranteed for those with a love of Italian fare that stretches beyond the usual pizza and pasta, with notable dishes including the slow-cooked Tuscan sausage stew 'salsiccia Sarti all’ uccellet' and the boar-wrapped and baked 'involtini di speck e mozzarella'.