Massimo Bearsden

Massimo has been part of the Bearsden dining scene since 2004, a family-friendly Italian restaurant on Kirk Road that has grown into one of the town's most enduring restaurant choices. The kitchen follows the modern Italian tradition — handmade gnocchi, prawn and chorizo linguine, king prawn starters, spaghetti carbonara, fillet steak, sea bass — with fresh ingredients at the centre of the menu. A beer garden overlooking Manse Burn and New Kirk church is one of the more unusual outdoor dining spots in the area. The bar carries Italian beers on tap and a solid wine list. With nearly 300 TripAdvisor reviews placing it in the top five Bearsden restaurants, Massimo has built a strong local reputation. The restaurant does get lively on busy nights, which is worth bearing in mind for those seeking a quiet table.