If you are in Stirling in central Scotland on a Thursday or Friday lunchtime I recommend that you have the buffet lunch at La Cicciara, 41 Friar Street, tel 01786 451552. It only costs £5.95 per person, it’s delicious and great value, just my type of restaurant.

La Cicciara, Stirling

There’s soup with Italian bread, a wonderful selection of grilled vegetables such as peppers, courgettes and aubergines (my favourite part of the meal), various salads, four main courses such as lasagne and chicken, pizza and a couple of desserts.

Grilled vegetables at la Cicciara, Stirling

In Summer the buffet is available from Monday to Friday. On days when the lunch buffet is not available there is an a la carte menu or a pizza/pasta set menu for two which costs £10.95.

I’d suggest a stroll up the Back of Hill walk to Stirling Castle, either pre or post lunch.

Stirling Castle

Have you eaten at La Cicciara in Stirling, how would you rate it?