Friday night, the beginning of many workers’ weekend and what a way to kick start the two-day break than trying Clydebank’s newest hot-spot for grub.
Bangin’ Pizza has just opened on the town’s Kilbowie Road, and it was jumping.
The third member of its franchise, the brand already has successful shops in Johnstone and Dumbarton, delighting customers with its unique mix of music and pizza.
By the time I was being served my pizzas, there was a line of five or six out of the door. (Image: Newsquest)
(Image: Newsquest) For only being officially opened for a few days, the store was a buzz with customers queuing out the door. It was clear bankies knew the hype surrounding this new spot.
I placed my order of two pizzas, one plain La Marinara and a recommendation of the Highlander (the most expensive on the menu). Topped off with a portion of the Bangin’ Fries.
My total was £28.
The scran. (Image: Supplied) I was buzzing to get tucked in, but a half-hour wait is what comes with a busy Friday and a newly opened, in-demand commodity.
An introductory menu is in place for the soft launch of the new venue, offering five pizza choices and four sides.
I’ve been fortunate enough to have visited Naples, the home of the beloved doughy creation, only recently, so I was ready to set this Scottish-Italian twist against the homeland.
First off the La Marinara Pizza is priced at a decent £9.50.
A simple, but delicious tribute to the heart of Italian food. The thin base was the perfect homage to the country’s pizza, with a hearty dough, packed with flavour and piping hot.
The tomato-based sauce was sweet on the tongue, dusted with some oregano to give it an extra kick; it was everything an Italian would want from a pizza.
Classic, original and punching with flavour.
Along with the generous pricing, this thoroughly deserved a 10/10.
READ MORE: More than £3.5m worth of drugs found in home
Onto the Highlander, topped with Stornoway black pudding and smoked Ayrshire bacon, this treat was a sensation for the taste buds.
Highlander Pizza with San Marzano sugo, Stornoway Black Pudding, smoked Ayrshire bacon, Neapolitan Fior di Latte cheese, fresh basil, Scottish mature cheddar, a dusting of Pecorino romano and a drizzle of Abruzzo EVOO. (Image: Newsquest) It was denser than the first pizza, but it was for a reason. The toppings were plentiful, evenly spread and generously given.
The black pudding was the cherry on the cake, absolutely beautiful.
Although i favoured the first, my friend who grabbed a bit of this one was delighted. I’d give it a strong 9/10.
READ MORE: I became a beekeeper for a day and learnt one painful and embarrassing truth
Lastly, there were the Bangin’ Fries, priced at £4.
At first, when I opened them, I was expecting a bit more from them to be named after the brand.
Bangin’ Fries. (Image: Newsquest) However, when I grabbed a bite, my opinion changed. They were perfectly seasoned, not too salty, just the right amount.
A strong start for the sides, I rate this a 8/10.
These pizzas were a true testament to some of the delish bites I sampled in Naples, they were delicious and hearty food that I will easily be finding myself going back for.
Despite a newly opened shop and a packed queue of customers, there was no compromise of taste, presentation or service.
It was clear the restaurant is looking for authentic, heartfelt food whilst bringing in their music background with plenty of tunes whilst you wait.
In my opinion, it was in fact ,Bangin’.
Dining and Cooking