Now that Paperino's has sadly closed we're on the lookout for a new alternative in the West End. I…read morehadn't been a fan of Di Maggio's in the past but having never visited this particular restaurant we thought we'd give it a whirl. Booking was done online via their website & was very simple. We were given a nice booth near the rear of the restaurant which was nice. The interior of the restaurant was very cosy & quite swish looking, nicer than Paperino's I would say. This is most definitely a family-friendly restaurant with what looked like a wee playroom at the back for kids to have fun in whilst the parents get swallyed (probably). Only thing I did think was odd for being such a family-friendly place they didn't have a stand alone changing room, instead there was a changing bench in the (quite wee) Ladies loo. Which meant as I was waiting to use the toilet (there's only 2) I had a wee toddler eyeballing me as the delightful aroma of baby poo filled the air... Mmm.. S'nice. The staff here were all very friendly & efficient. Although they did try to give me a beer I hadn't ordered & also added it to our bill, but they soon made their apologies & it was swiftly taken off as soon as we pointed it out. We ordered from the pre-theatre menu which was £11.95 for 2 courses. For starters I had the Pate stuffed Deep Fried Mushrooms which were really good. My boyfriend had the BBQ Ying Yang Chicken (for a small supplement extra) which were also very tasty. For mains I chose the Di Maggio Pizza which was a pizza with any 4 toppings of your choice. I chose salami, spinach, chilli and extra cheese (because I am a cheese fiend!), my boyfriend had the Calzone. We also ordered French Fries & I was expecting the skinny type of Fries that I LOVE but what we got were just regular sized chips that weren't anything particularly special...not so much French Fries as Scottish Oven Chups. Hmph. My pizza was a bit of a disappointment. The toppings were really nice (lots of fresh baby spinach, yum!) but the base was a let down. It tasted a bit like a shop bought/oven pizza base. Bah. The Calzone was also a let down with not a great or very tasty filling & there also wasn't much in the way of it. Shame. Not wanting to leave on a disappointed note we decided to share a dessert - the Cinnamon Waffles with Maple Syrup & Ice Cream and I also had a coffee (an espresso con panna). The coffee was really good and the Waffles were really really lovely; lots of cinnamon and maple syrup - delicious. They had redeemed themselves with this sweet treat! To sum up our Di Maggio's experience I would say nice surroundings, starters, staff and dessert, shame about the main courses/pizzas and nappy-scented, wee toilets. Would I go back? Probably, but when there's better pizza restaurants in Glasgow I certainly won't be rushing back. If Di Maggio's upped their pizza game then this place would be really good. This place might be great for families but it needs to be more than just a 'good family friendly Scottish-Italian restaurant' to lure in new customers and to make sure folk dine here rather then the new Pizza Express that has recently opened in Paperino's place or other Italian/Pizza restaurants in town.

If you could see me right now you would be witnessing a man/goat child, doffing his cap to a…read moreItalian food chain he once thought to be part of the 'same old story' brigade of over priced, chain joints. WRONG.....Used these guys recently for ordering some pizza for home delivery. Previous experience had suggested that we would be receiving bland grub, which would leave the belly wanting and the pocket empty. This though was quite the opposite. We plumped for a couple o pizzas, one veg, one meat tastic, along with some sides etc....all very tasty, especially the sides which are usually a big let down with these joints. All in all, a nice experience and one which has totally changed my mind on these guys. Good grub, decent prices......can you ask for more??

So, the one thing I loved about this place was that it looks nothing like a stereotypical Indian…read moreRestaurant. It's clear that the focus of the restaurant is that it should still be a fun pub atmosphere that just happens to serve Indian food. So, looking in from the outside, you wouldn't know that it was an Indian restaurant. But when you walk in and smell it, you'll know. Portions were a little small so expect that you'd need to get a few things to get a full meal out of it. But they are appropriately priced for the portion size. They serve food here tapas-style and I believe you are still meant to share them so the idea is that you get a lot of dishes and eat as you drink copious amounts of beer. The one thing that made this place stand out was their service. It was amazing! During my meal, their card machines broke down and, as a result, I didn't have a way to pay for my food. The manager then comes up to me and says, "It's our fault. Don't worry about it." To be clear, this is only something I'd see in small-town America but never in a major city. So I was surprised that in Scotland's largest city, they were so trusting. (Really earning their reputation as the friendliest city in the UK). I was so touched that I promised I'd return to pay for my meal. I even kept my receipt so they'd know what to charge me. I came back the next morning, paid my bill, and, even though it's not required at all in the UK, I left a big tip as a thank you for trusting me and being so accommodating. When I come back to Glasgow, I will definitely come back.

I thought this was a nice spot with a good selection. I thought, for the price, the dishes were a…read morebit small (I'm talking primarily the dishes that come in sauces) for the price. The supplements (samosas, naan, rices) were flavorful and fresh - we all enjoyed the variety of cocktails and mocktails, too, and would recommend on a future visit to Glasgow.

When we walked in we were immediately greeted by the fragrant aroma of the food. The gobi…read moreManchurian, palak paneer, paneer butter masala, and vindaloo chicken were all so delicious and flavorful. The chicken in the vindaloo was a bit dry, but the curry taste more than made up for it. The rice doesn't come with the curry, but one portion is quite large. The dosa was also very good. Seated with plenty of empty space at 9 PM on a Sunday. Service was also pretty attentive.

Found this one on Yelp! Nicest people working who take time to talk about the menu. We got the…read morePaper Roast Dosa and they were nice to add an extra spicy sauce on the side. Beer on tap is yummy and refreshing against the sauces' flavor.

i am sure asda sells fresher and tastier pakora, tasted like made 2 days ago and microwaved…read more Curries were mediocre and would have just about fed a squirrel.... won't be back. I remember the Ashoka from years back ..this isn't a patch on it.stay well away...waste of money.

Delicious and fresh! Highly recommend, both locations tried were delicious and service was very…read morefast. I plan to return during my next visit!

The manager was extremely rude. I got confused between the name of the dishes n tried to clarify it…read morewhen the wrong order arrived. The manager was so rude and loud that everybody in the restaurant was staring at us. He later on then gave the corrected dish but the damage was already done. On top of that, he greeted everybody while leaving the restaurant, but didn't even look at us when we were leaving. The managers behaviour felt extremely racist. Would never visit this establishment ever again. Heartbreaking to see this kind of discrimination.

We where a group of friends visiting this place for the first time. The restaurant looks really…read morereally small and when we entered the others in our group said " are you serious u booked here" Then the smells of the glorious food took over our mind. We booked for 5.15. Which we got seated straight away. Drinks where on table with spiced onions abs popadoms on table within 5 mins. Starters served pretty much instantly and all scalding hot. Tasty and fresh food. Very quick service and always wait staff available for another drink or for anything else. I would highly recommend for any occasion. The food is quality and tasty. Never had an Indian as good as this one. Friendly staff. Portions are great and the food is fresh. Doesn't taste like the reheated slop we have had at other restaurants. Deffo recommend a meal at Charcoal!

Wandering around Merchant City, we stumbled on Madha. I'm so glad we did. Living in Michigan, we…read moredon't have a huge number of Indian restaurants, so it was very to find one so good here where there are so many to choose from. First thing to know, the service is excellent. Friendly, warm, helpful, definitely interested in making sure you have a great experience. Then, of course, the food was great. I started with a really delicious lamb soup. Excellent heat, bright spice profile; delicious. Then aloo gobi with raita and naan. All delicious, all with such bright spice and seasoning. Really a memorable experience. I don't know when I'll be in Glasgow again, but if I am I will definitely be back.

Well, I just had the best, most flavorful curry ever at Madha. I travel for work, and have done so…read morefor more than 40 years. I have had Indian food in many corners of the globe. This was the best yet.

Great place to go for Indian food. Very nice waiter. I will say that the decor isn't the best but I…read morethink that the look doesn't affect the experience. I would recommend the butter chicken and saag paneer. Those are amazing. Definitely go here if you are in the area

I had a lovely time a Little Curry House with my friend who recommended it. The food is fresh and…read moreflavourful and they're great at dealing with allergies and dietary requirements! I will definitely be visiting again

Kind of ambiguous from the outside, Papa Gill's is an Indian Restaurant that also does British…read morefood. We came here because I fancied a Chasni and Stu is scared of Indian food. This would please both of us. The interior is flamboyantly decorated, with ornate light fittings and the ceiling covered in purple glitter. I loved it. As it was lunch time, my chasni came in a smaller portion - perfect! Stu got the steak pie, devoured every scrap and declared it delicious. I struggled to finish my meal, but it would be easy enough for most to finish. The bill came to a reasonable total, something under £15. Service was quick too, especially for a guy that came in, obviously a regular, and his food was placed in front of him like a minute later. Loved it in here!

This used to be my local go-to Indian restaurant. It's only not now as I moved away, but I do still…read moreoccasionally travel back for my fix. The staff are quietly friendly and efficient, with the owner always taking the time to come and say hello. They also remember our drinks, and just generally make you feel welcome. The food is pretty good and they'll recommend stuff, if you're not sure. Garlic naan is ace! Hmm, now I'm hungry again...need to go back soon!