Italian Restaurant in Glasgow City Centre
Opposite the King’s Theatre
Modern Italian dishes, generous portions and welcoming service at our Italian restaurant in Glasgow city centre.
Welcome to Sannio
Sannio Italian Restaurant & Bar brings modern Italian dining to the heart of Glasgow city centre. Located on Elmbank Street between Sauchiehall Street and Bath Street, we sit directly opposite the King’s Theatre — making us a natural choice for lunch, pre-theatre dining and evenings out in the city.
Many Glasgow locals already know this restaurant location well, and today Sannio continues that tradition with generous Italian dishes, warm service and a welcoming atmosphere for couples, families and groups.
Modern Italian dishes, generous portions and welcoming service in the heart of Glasgow city centre.
You can read more about our relaxed lunch and pre-theatre options here.
Discover why locals and visitors alike consider Sannio one of the best Italian restaurants in Glasgow.
Dining at Sannio
Whether you're visiting the theatre, meeting friends for lunch or planning an evening out in Glasgow city centre, Sannio offers Italian dining for every occasion.
Pre-Theatre Dining
Italian dining directly opposite the King’s Theatre with service organised around show times.
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Lunch in Glasgow City Centre
Our lunch set menu is popular with guests meeting friends, celebrating occasions or enjoying a daytime meal in the city.
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Italian Dining in Glasgow
Fresh pasta, Italian classics and generous portions in one of Glasgow’s best-known restaurant locations.
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What Our Guests Say
Our Menus
From relaxed lunches and pre-theatre dining to desserts and drinks, our menus are designed to suit every occasion, including our popular Steak & Wine Experience
Drinks & Cocktails
Our menus are complemented by a carefully curated drinks list and handcrafted cocktails, served alongside food.
Planning Your Visit
Sannio is an independent, family-run basement restaurant located on Elmbank Street in Glasgow city centre. Due to the building’s listed status, we do not have lift access and guests will need to use the stairs; handrails are provided. We share this information so you can plan your visit with confidence.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know before your visit and our team will be happy to accommodate you safely where possible.
You’ll find directions, contact details and booking information on our contact page.
For larger bookings, you can find details about group dining and special arrangements on our group dining page.
We also welcome small celebratory groups and hen parties looking for relaxed Italian dining in Glasgow city centre.
Gift Vouchers
Looking for a gift? Our Sannio gift vouchers can be purchased online and are available for use across food and dining experiences.
Visiting the King’s Theatre?
If you're visiting the King’s Theatre in Glasgow, Sannio Italian Restaurant & Bar is located directly opposite the theatre on Elmbank Street. Being one of the closest restaurants to the Kings, many theatre-goers join us for pre-theatre dining before a performance, enjoying Italian food just moments from the theatre entrance.
If you’ve booked tickets for an upcoming show, we recommend reserving your table at Sannio in advance. Our pre-theatre dining times are extremely popular and often fill up quickly.
You can view the King’s Theatre’s current shows here.
If you’re planning an evening at the theatre, our pre-theatre dining options are designed to fit perfectly around show times, making Sannio a convenient choice for dining near the King’s Theatre.
We also welcome small celebratory groups and hen parties looking for somewhere unique and special- a hidden gem in Glasgow city centre.
Find Us in Glasgow City Centre
You’ll find Sannio at 61A Elmbank Street in Glasgow city centre, nestled between Bath Street and Sauchiehall Street and just across from the King’s Theatre. As a basement restaurant, access is by stairs only (no lift, due to the building’s listed status). We provide double handrails for support, though the stairs and compact layout may be challenging for guests with mobility difficulties—particularly during busy pre-theatre hours—so please keep this in mind when booking.
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