Pasta with braised beef cheeks
The meat is cooked slowly until it melts, dressing the pasta in a dish that speaks to the tradition of long, slow cooking.
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Dining · Paisley
Authentic Italian cooking in the heart of Paisley
Eccellenza Italianacertificata 2026–2027ID 22505
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The place
At 71 Glasgow Road in Paisley, Caffè Royale offers Italian cooking that goes beyond the stereotypes. Under chef Colin Guthrie, the menu explores regional tradition with dishes such as pasta with braised beef cheeks, rabbit, octopus and king prawn risotto. The specialities change regularly, accompanied by a carefully chosen wine list. Among the desserts, Sicilian cannoli and torta della nonna round off an experience that has won over the local clientele.
The venue
On Glasgow Road, Caffè Royale brings regional Italian cooking to Scotland, with an approach that favours authenticity and quality.
Why you can trust it
CAFFE ROYALE is a member of the Eccellenze Italiane network. The mark is registered in Italy and abroad: every certified business has a unique identifier, which can be checked at any time.
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The dishes
Services and features
The meat is cooked slowly until it melts, dressing the pasta in a dish that speaks to the tradition of long, slow cooking.
Prepared according to traditional methods, showcasing an ingredient central to regional Italian cooking.
Cooked with care to achieve just the right tenderness, reflecting attention to Mediterranean seafood specialities.
Creamed using the traditional technique and enriched with fresh shellfish, a classic of Italian seafood cooking.
Sicilian cannoli, torta della nonna and Biscoff cheesecake round off the meal with both authenticity and creativity.
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What visitors say
«Absolutely delicious meal. Far beyond the typical pizza pasta stereotype, with a varied menu and regularly changing interesting specials.»
«The chef in here might be paisley's best kept secret! When I see cannoli and torta Della nonna in the desserts window, I'm sold!»
«Food was so fresh, great wine and a brilliant atmosphere. To be recommended.»
«I had the beef cheek slow cooked pasta. Absolutely delicious.»
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In the making · In the kitchen
The menu explores meat and fish through regional Italian dishes, enriched by specialities that change according to availability.
The techniques follow the rhythms of Italian cuisine: slow braises for meat, creamed risottos, and careful attention to the tenderness of fish.
The selection of Italian wines favours quality and value for money, with labels such as Valpolicella Ripasso to accompany the dishes.