Joia Italian Restaurant & Bar is an independent Italian restaurant at 1075 Argyle Street in Glasgow’s West End. Contemporary elegance and a warm, family influenced welcome create an intimate setting within easy reach of the SEC and OVO Hydro.
The kitchen builds bold Italian flavours from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Handcrafted pasta is a central feature, joined by pizza and carefully prepared starters that express the restaurant’s preference for clear, confident combinations rather than unnecessary complication.
Meat and fresh seafood give the main menu further breadth, allowing diners to move from a light pasta dish to a more substantial multi course meal. Traditional foundations are balanced with modern presentation, so the cooking feels recognisably Italian while retaining its own Glasgow identity.
An extensive wine list spans established vineyards and emerging regions, helping staff find a suitable pairing across the menu. The restaurant can also host private dining for larger groups, while its atmosphere remains comfortable enough for a relaxed lunch, pre event dinner or evening celebration.
Address: 1075 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8LZ, Scotland
Joia Italian Restaurant And Bar Menu
Express Menu
2 Course £16.95 • 3 Course £21.95, available 11AM – 3.30PM. Any side £6.50 each when ordering from the Express menu. Dips £2.50 each. Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VG). Gluten-free options available on request. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill.
LA ZUPPA
Our soup of the day served with rustic bread (VG)
LA BRUSCHETTA
Sourdough Bread, Datterini Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, Oregano & Evoo (VG)
IMPEPATA DI COZZE
Scottish Shetland mussels steamed in white wine with garlic & fresh chilli, finished with parsley and extra virgin olive oil. Served with toasted homemade sourdough bread. (SUPP £4)
LA MOZZARELLA IN CARROZZA
Crispy-crumbed melted mozzarella with tomato ragù and basil pesto. (V)
LA FRITTURA DI ALICI
Crispy deep-fried whitebait, lightly seasoned and served with a lemon and caper aioli drizzle
IL CROCCHETTONE
Crispy-crumbed smoked croquette with haggis, topped with spicy ’Nduja sauce, crispy pancetta crumbs, and a drizzle of hot honey.
GNOCCHI AL PESTO ROSSO
Soft potato gnocchi tossed in fresh Sicilian Pesto alla Trapanese, made with almonds, basil, garlic and sweet sun-dried tomatoes, finished with extra virgin olive oil and a touch of pecorino. (V)
IL RAGÙ
Mezzi rigatoni Pasta, Slow-Cooked Beef Ragù, Red Wine & Tomato Sauce, Primo Sale Cheese
L’ARRABBIATA
Spaghetti pasta in a rich spicy tomato sauce and basil (VG)
L’INSALATA CESARE
Joia Caesar Salad with little gem lettuce, sourdough croutons, Caesar dressing, Grana Padano, crispy pancetta, anchovies and egg. (vegetarian on request)
POLLO ALLA MILANESE
Tender chicken supreme, panko-coated and golden crispy fried, served with skinny chips and mixed salad. Upgrade for a £4 supp and choose any pasta from: Arrabbiata-Ragu-Gnocchi al pesto rosso
IL BRANZINO SELVAGGIO
Roasted wild seabass fillet, paired with silky mashed potatoes, wild asparagus and a delicate mint velouté. (SUPP £6)
PIZZA VEGETALE
Tomato sugo, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Red Peppers, Aubergines and Courgette (V)
PIZZA DIAVOLA
Black charcoal pizza, Tomato Sugo, fior di latte mozzarella, Spicy Spiananata. ADD Vegan Mozzarella £2.50
TIRAMISU ALLA MOKA
Classic tiramisù with layers of espresso-soaked savoiardi and a rich mascarpone & zabaione cream
PANNACOTTA
Velvety white chocolate, cardamom and vanilla panna cotta, topped passion fruit (VG)
TORTA AL LIMONE
Classic Italian cake, White Chocolate & Lemon, Chantilly Cream served with whipped cream
IL SORBETTO
Ask your server for the flavour of the day (VG)
GARLIC BREAD
(V)
TRUFFLE FRIES
(V)
ROCKET SALAD WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND GRANA PADANO
MASHED POTATOES
(V)
WILD ASPARAGUS
(VG)
CAESAR SALAD
ROASTED VEGETABLES
(V)
NDUJA AIOLI DIP
GARLIC MAYO DIP
ARRABBIATA DIP
Kids Menu
Mains £6.95, Sides £4.95, Gelato £2.50. Please inform a member of the hospitality team of any food allergy or special requirement.
RIGATONI POMODORO
Pasta & Tomato
RIGATONI FORMAGGIO
Pasta & Cheese
FILETTI DI POLLO
Chicken Goujon & Fries
PIZZA MARGHERITA
Activated Black Charcoal Pizza
SKIN ON FRIES
BABY ROASTED POTATOES
ROASTED CHANTENAY CARROTS
TODAY’S ICE CREAM
Dolci
Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VE). Please inform a member of the hospitality team of any food allergy or special requirement.
AFFOGATO
A semifreddo of creamy chocolate and zabaione ice cream, “drowned” in hot espresso.
TIRAMISU
Classic tiramisù with layers of espresso-soaked savoiardi and a rich mascarpone & zabaione cream.
PANNACOTTA
Velvety white chocolate and vanilla panna cotta, topped with Amarena dark cherries. (VG)
TORTA AL LIMONE
Classic Italian cake, White Chocolate & Lemon, Chantilly Cream served with Madagascar vanilla whipping cream.
CUORE CALDO AL PISTACCHIO
Melt-in-the-middle chocolate pudding with pistachio and white chocolate namelaka sauce, and raspberry coulis.
IL SORBETTO
Ask your server for the flavour of the day (VG)
Caffè & Te'
ESPRESSO
ESPRESSO CORRETTO
MACCHIATO
CAPPUCCINO
Cocktails
A curated collection of drinks designed to surprise, delight, and stir the senses.
OUR SIGNATURE SPRITZ
Choose your vibe: Aperol | Campari | Limoncello | Hugo (Mondoro Elderflower) Vermouth; Prosecco • Soda • Citrus; Crisp, refreshing, made for golden hour.
NEGRONI
Bonbay Sapphire Dry • Campari • Cucielo Vermouth Rosso; Your Negroni, your rules.
AGED NEGRONI
Barrel-aged Gin • Campari • Sweet Vermouth; Smooth, deep, and refined.
BOULEVARD
Courvasier Brandy • Campari • Cucielo Vermouth Rosso; Rich, smoky, dangerously elegant.
Beers and Ciders
Birra Moretti
Birra Moretti Sale di Mare
Peroni
Peroni Libera (Alcohol-Free)
Spirits and Liqueurs
Smirnoff
Absolut
Vanilla Absolut
Belvedere
Our Mixers
Schweppes Soda Water
Schweppes Tonic Water
Schweppes Slimline Tonic
Schweppes Lemonade
Our Soft Drinks
Coca Cola
Coca Cola Zero
Diet Coke
Sprite
Water
Still Water (50cl)
Still Water (75cl)
Sparkling Water (50cl)
Our Teas and Coffees
Decaf +0.50. Add Syrup: Ask your server for the flavour, Extra 0.95.