Dal Patino — Restaurant in Scotland

The restaurant is small, cosy and packed with character. Let me transport you to the sun-drenched regions of Southern Italy, where the essence of traditional Italian cuisine comes alive. Imagine a rustic Italian restaurant, nestled in the heart of the countryside, reminiscent of Nonna’s cosy kitchen.

There’s a warm ambiance about this place. As you step inside, the scent of freshly cooked food envelops you. The walls are adorned with vintage family photos, there’s a weathered fire place, wooden floors and worn wooden tables, inviting you to sit and savour.

The menu celebrates simplicity. Imagine platters of bruschetta drizzled with unfiltered extra virgin olive oil, ribbons of pasta with slow-cooked ragù, and bubbled pizzas topped with buffalo mozzarella and basil leaves.

We tucked into a few sharing plates to start followed by our own mains.

BURRATA AL PESTO DI POMODORINI SECCHI (£8.50) - Burrata, basil, olive oil, chopped pistachio and a sundried tomato pesto

PANE E OLIO (v) (£3.50) - Homemade crusty bread served with olive oil.

A gem is their Burrata al Pesto di Pomodorini Secchi—a harmonious blend of creamy burrata, fragrant basil, and the rich flavours of sundried tomato pesto. The burrata outer shell is delicate, while the interior oozes with lusciousness. The burrata rests like a treasure in the centre of the dish, its creamy heart spilling out and you can’t wait to cut it open.

Sometimes, it’s the simplest things that steal our hearts. I loved the theatre of Pane E Olio dish. The Pane e Olio is a humble yet irresistible offering—a celebration of crusty bread and the liquid gold that is olive oil. Served piping hot inside a brown paper bag. Tip out the slices of hot bread and smother them in olive oil or dunk them in olive oil. My only criticism is that the olive oil is served in sachets - and I definitely do prefer olive oil served in a proper decanter!

FOCACCIA AL POMODORO (v) (£7) - Focaccia with cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil. Imagine warm, pillowy focaccia, kissed by olive oil, and adorned with vibrant cherry tomatoes. The bread is golden brown, with a soft interior and a crispy crust. It’s the canvas for a flavour symphony whilst the cherry tomatoes are wee bursts of sweetness adding colour and juiciness like edible jewels.

PACCHERI CALABRESE CON ‘NDUJA (£12.50) - Paccheri with ‘nduja (spicy, spreadable Italian sausage), tomato sauce, spinach, basil and aged ricotta cheese. Let the ‘nduja work its magic. Each forkful is a rollercoaster of flavours.

TAGLIATELLE AL RAGU EMILIANO (£13) - Tagliatelle in a traditional bolognese sauce. A traditional dish, slow-cooked with love. Their ragu rich sauce is cradled in these silky strands of pasta so that the flavours combine in every bite. This was slightly over salted but we still demolished the dishes.

CALZONE CLASSICO (£13.50) - Folded pizza filled with mozzarella, salami, ham, mushrooms and a touch of tomato sauce. This is ginormous and I feel it would be what a pizza would look like if it was a hug! Deep filled with all the best ingredients and plenty of cheese.

After indulging in those delightful carbs, dessert seemed like a distant dream. However, if I had to choose, the Panna Cotta or the classic Tiramisu would have won my heart.

As for the libations, while my Birre Moretti was a great choice, I’d have gladly raised a glass of chilled Pinot Grigio or a fruity Prosecco to complete the Italian experience at Dal Patino.

I’m thrilled that a birthday celebration led me to Dal Patino! Although it wasn’t on my radar, I’m genuinely delighted we dined here. The food was unbelievably delicious, the service friendly and efficient, and every bite truly...

I was very disappointed with the service at Dal Patino, not bringing everyone's food at once, one person has to wait a good 5-10 mins for his starter to arrive, witch was the same as someone else's at the table. Leaning across the table and over you to serve someone when he could of just walked to the other side of the table, clearing people's plates when others at the table are still eating, found this all very unprofessional and because this wound me up I found the meal very poor, lots of people where raving about the mussels but they where below average. I personally had the seafood pasta dish for mains and was so disappointed that the chef had all these amazing flavours of the sea and could still make a bland dish... quite a talent. Music was too loud was struggling to hear others. The staff are pleasant though that's about all this place has going for it...

First time visiting this restaurant and couldn’t have been more disappointed. The owner was rude and aggressive towards myself and my mum.

We headed for the toilet before getting assigned a table as they were busy and no one was on the door to greet us. The owner followed us into the bathroom then psychically removed us and told us to get out, Without even asking if we were waiting to be seated. He pushed us out using force (with his hands) and proceeded to shout at us from the door as we walked away in disbelief.

Never in my 22 years have I ever been treated this way when going into a restaurant. The disrespect this man has for customers it’s unreal. Will never be back and will advise not to come...