A Glasgow restaurant has been named best in the city just two years after opening.

Italian eatery Ristorante Pieno, on Hope Street, won 'Best of Glasgow' at the second annual Scottish Restaurant Awards, for the second year in a row. 

The event saw renowned chefs, industry professionals and food enthusiasts gather in the city to honour the talent across the country. 

Held at Glasgow's Marriott hotel on Monday, a number of local eateries were nominated across several categories recognising everything from fine dining to street food. 

Malaga Tapas, which has spots in Pollokshields and Clarkston, took home the prize for Spanish Restaurant of the Year, while Piccolo Mondo on Argyle Street won Italian Restaurant of the Year.

Damasquino in Saltmarket earned the title of Lebanese Restaurant of the Year, while the award for Vegetarian Restaurant of the Year went to Glasvegan on St Enoch Square.

The Drake, based in Kelvingrove, was recognised as the Family Restaurant of the Year while Sapporo Teppanyaki earned Sushi Restaurant of the Year.

A spokesperson for the awards said: “These Awards serve as a platform to highlight the outstanding contributions of restaurants and individuals who play a vital role in shaping Scotland's vibrant food scene.

"By acknowledging their achievements, we aim to inspire continued innovation, collaboration, and growth within the industry.

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists of The 2nd  Scottish Restaurant Awards 2023.

"Their commitment to excellence has undoubtedly raised the bar for the Scottish culinary landscape.”

Here are the Glasgow winners of the Scottish Restaurant Awards:

Spanish Restaurant of the Year: Malaga Tapas

Italian Restaurant of the Year: Piccolo Mondo Glasgow

Lebanese Restaurant of the Year: Damasqino Restaurant & Cafe

Vegetarian Restaurant of the Year: The Glasvegan

Family Restaurant of the Year: The Drake

Best of Glasgow: Ristorante Pieno

Sushi Restaurant of the Year: Sapporo Teppanyaki Glasgow