A nice little cafe in Paisley. Breakfast all day. Fabulous looking milk shakes. Nice looking pastries. Has sandwiches also. We just had tea and scones which were pretty good. Locals love this place. read more

People always say you'll have to book in advance for a table at Cardosi's and its reputation and popularity become clear after one visit (perhaps even as soon as the scents from the kitchen first hit you). Having visited the restaurant for years, celebrating all manner of things with my family, I can honestly say I consider it to be Paisley's best restaurant. The staff are attentive, friendly, knowledgeable and they make each experience - always a culinary delight - truly excellent. American and Italian influences are married beautifully; the latter being (thankfully) far more prominent leaving the former as an interesting accent. The resultant atmosphere is inviting, warm, relaxed and a pleasure to dine in. The lighting in the back is perfect and really makes Cardosi's a great place for a special occasion whilst the booths are somewhat secluded and provide for an intimate retreat in which to enjoy an afternoon or evening with good company. The menu has developed over the years but some signature dishes remain popular with my family; the simple Penne Alfredo is pasta perfection and the goats' cheese bruschetta (one of the four or so bruschettas offered) is divine. Presentation is thoughtful and consistent no matter which service you're enjoying; this is a testament to the kitchen staff as dinner can be exceptionally busy. Value is excellent, especially at lunchtime when two courses can be had for £9.50. Evening and pre-theatre are very well priced and do not overly restrict the diner. The à la carte options can be a little pricey but I have yet to be anything less than impressed by the choices therefrom. Recently there have been a couple of duck dishes on both the evening and à la carte menus which have been superbly executed. The Coppa Scozia, which raises the humble vanilla ice cream to dizzying gastronomic heights with the addition of crumbled Scottish tablet and hot caramel sauce, stands out from the dessert menu (but is equally matched by the rich and decadent cheesecake). Heralded by many as Paisley's go-to place for any special occasion, Cardosi's is unrivalled in the town and can hold its own against many of the reputable Glasgow restaurants. Whether you go for lunch or dinner, with a crowd or your significant other, you can be sure you'll be enjoying the very best that Paisley has to offer in quality dining. read more

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Fabulous restaurant. Our server was delightful, the meals delicious and it was the perfect dinner after a long day of travel. I would recommend to anyone coming to Glasgow. read more

Nice Italian restaurant with a variety of dishes on their menu including three or four specials daily. I had artichoke ravioli with a creamy tomato sauce and a glass of Italian Sangeovasi. Both left me satisfied and smiling. I had been told by many people this is the best Italian restaurant in town. I have not been to another but I would not doubt the statement is true. read more

Excellent efficient service from well-trained waiting staff and a very organised kitchen. Good quality food, including veggie option daily special, representing good value for money. A wee gem. Remember to book a table a week in advance, as increasing popular. Ideal for special and casual dining. One small thing is there is no draft beer, only bottled italian and that is not everybody's cup of tea, err, I mean favourite beer. read more

Soft spot for Cardosi's and every time I come here, the food and service are consistently good. Lunch deal is great - two courses for £9.50 and generous portions so come hungry. Great options too - pizza, pasta, burgers, fish, chicken dishes so something to suit all tastes. There are gluten free options too - if you booking, just mention you are gf so they can ensure they have everything in but usually gf bread, pasta and pizza is on offer. And, Cardosi's can cook gf pasta properly unlike some other places. Staff have been here for years so it is really a great neighbourhood restaurant which provides yummy food and service! read more

3 Courses for £11.95 and it's decent and in the heart of Paisley? Not only is this surprising, but it's almost unheard of. That said Cardosi's has been serving Italian grub in Paisley for years, so it is no surprise that they do it well. It isn't fine dining, but it's a great place for a working lunch. Clean fast and efficient. read more

This is a great restaurant that puts Paisley on the map. The food is excellent, the atmosphere is great, the staff are lovely. All round this is one of the best restaurants in Paisley! Go on, give it a try, you will not be disappointed! read more

Cardosi's Restaurant - This is a must! Great food, great atmosphere, great staff, great times! Don't just believe me - go and visit - Italian Near Me - Paisley, RFW

Would not say this restauant is overrated! normally always really busy and has a great atmosphere! Food is fab, not cheap but good value! Staff were very helpfull when i last visited. Love the wall decor aswell! read more

Excellent food at reasonable prices. So you always have to book in advance, that tells me it is a popular & quality restaurant. Ask yourself this: would you want to be the only table in a restaurant? No, cos that would mean it was rotten! The food is delighful with an excellent range on the menu, pleasant surroundings and the staff are lovely. They really couldn't do more for you. I would highly recomend this place. read more

Exquisite pizza and pasta! Everything was so fresh and yummy! I'm Italian and have eaten a lot of pasta and pizza and this was yummy!

Paisley's hidden gem. Friendly and professional service. Going out for a meal with friends, family or your partner, this venue is perfect . Food always delicious. Service great. Never disappoints :-) read more

A nice little Italian restaurant in the heart of Paisley. Offers a range of delicacies on the menu from lunch to a la carte to pre theatre. There is also a good selection on the wine list. Very reasonably priced. Well worth a visit! read more

Food was mediocre at best and service was appalling. Literally 20 minutes to get a jug of water on a Wednesday night, waiting an age on food too. I looked around and there were long periods of time of people sitting with no food in front of them. Then when the food finally did arrive, it didn't all come out together, leaving some of us sitting waiting while others had their food. Anti-pasti starters weren't great. Too many pickled things, even the olives were pickled instead of fresh, and they didn't have enough bowls so just put some of the 3 people's stuff in the one bowl. Steak was pretty bad. I asked for it medium rare, which it was for the most part, but it had an overwhelming acrid burnt taste which I could smell strongly before I even ate it. My wife could smell it across the table. Apart from the grill marks it wasn't actually charred, so maybe it was a dirty grill. The radiators were turned up full blast, and I wouldn't be surprised if it was 25° in there, it was pretty uncomfortable anyway. All in all we were there for more than 3 hours and it really wasn't worth the wait. read more

We visit this restaurant quite often and are never disappointed. The choice of dishes is excellent and we always try something different. The seating arrangement affords privacy (if you want it) and yet has a cosy, uncramped feel. It is usually busy in the evenings and what we like is we usually meet some people we haven't seen for a while there and this adds to the enjoyment. The family who run this restaurant are friendly and attentive. What more could you ask for? read more

Highly over rated in my opinion. Food average and staff grumpy. Go to Raeburns for real quality!

Nice food but can be expensive,also you almost always have to book in advance

Pleasant staff and really good food make Cardosis a great choice for a meal out. The pepper corn steak is my favourite. Can be busy so worth calling in advance. read more

Lovely Italian food at reasonable prices. I have not found better in Paisley. The staff are very friendly and helpful. There is plenty of tables but it does get bus so advisable to book in advance if you can. Reasonable priced wine list. Parking is on street but not too difficult. read more

Lilly was brilliant. She was a phenomenal server. The food here was incredible. All of the staff were at the top of their game. Portion sizes were more than fair for the price. read more

Visited with a couple of friends one fairly local to this area who will only eat here! Friendly unfussy service, fantastic food and outstanding value. Definitely will return! read more

I love cardosis! lovely meals and not to over prices, the staff are lovely aswell

About the best restaurant in Paisley. The staff have been there for ages and embarrass you with their Italian menu speaking skills. I think one of them fancies me. read more

Mediocre food, and no refund on stake which had to get sent back twice due to being severely undercooked. Overpriced for what we received. Only good point was the server, Louise. Hopefully she ends up somewhere where the food matches her quality service and patter. read more

Had a wonderful meal. My wife had the bruschetta and it was the best we have ever had. My wife had the rigatoni and I had the salmon for mains. We finished with the homage cheesecake. The food and service were excellent ! read more

Great Italian food in the centre of Paisley. Warm atmosphere, nicely decorated and they pushed the boat out with the gangster-themed photos in the gents! Foodwise, the chunky minestrone came with three types of bread, and the spicy pizza was excellent. Very good pre-theatre selection for the price, and we will be back soon for a family meal. read more

Good food with decent standard that you would expect in glasgow City centre however small and charming enough to make you feel welcome whenever you go...Steaks are a winner usually here. read more

Very good food for an above average but not shirt and tie required price.