14-18 Bothwell Street
GLASGOW

Gusto is open:

Sunday – Thursday: 12pm–10pm

Friday to Saturday: 12pm –11pm

T: 0141 227 6270
W : http://gustorestaurants.uk.com/restaurant/glasgow/

Visit Date : 14 May 2016

Glasgow is packed with Italian restaurants, and Gusto is one of the newer additions to the scene. I’ve visited spots like Prezzo, Zizzi, Tony Macaroni, and Bella Italia, but while they were pleasant, none felt particularly special. Given my love for Italy and its cuisine, this was always a bit of a disappointment. However, I’ve recently discovered another Italian spot that now shares the top spot in my heart with Gusto, but that’s a story for another review!

I attempted to visit Gusto a few weeks ago, but it was fully booked, a testament to its popularity. I must say, though, the hostess was lovely. I decided to be prepared this time and booked in advance. The interior is beautiful, striking a great balance between “posh” and casual. There is also a small outdoor seating area at the front, which would be a perfect spot to enjoy one of Glasgow’s rare, sunny days.

Starter:

I started with the mixed olives while waiting for my meal, these were very nice but sadly they had seeds that put me right off them so I only took half.

Calamari deep-fried with lemon mayonnaise

My starter was Calamari deep-fried with lemon mayonnaise. This was very nice and was a good-sized portion something I would have again.

Main :

My main course was Spaghetti Carbonara, one of my favourite Italian meals. This was done the correct way with eggs, and not cream and very tasty. If you are a Carbonara fan get this, I also got a side of Polenta chips which worked very well with this.

Dessert:

Last I got a Chocolate Fondue which is to share and yes before you think what a pig I did share it with my friend. To be honest, it’s a good size, but I could have easily had one to myself.

Overall :

Overall my first experience at Glasgow Gusto Italian was very good, this and the Italian Cafe are currently my 2 fav Italians in Glasgow.

Next time I go back I will try different items.