Airdrie’s Guidi’s restaurant, which was destroyed by fire a few years ago, will re-open next year having joined forces with another local company, ice-cream shop, The Capocci Man. The new restaurant, which will also boast a gelateria and deli, is now part of potato firm Albert Bartlett’s family after they purchased the site back last year.
Guidi’s was originally founded in 1983, and new restaurant intends to blend fresh Mediterranean-inspired design. The new space will feature exposed brickwork and timber beams, as well as a menu of traditional Italian recipes.
Ricardo Guidi said, “After many months of hard work and planning I am excited to see activity underway on the new Guidi’s. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Guidi’s in 2026 and look forward to making new memories together.”
Ernest Capocci added, “Ensuring the Capocci brand continues to be enjoyed by future generations of local people is deeply important to me, I am therefore excited to see the plans for the new development. The timing is particularly special as it will come to life in 2026 when The Capocci Man celebrates 100 years of serving the Lanarkshire community. I can’t wait to see it all coming together.”
Picture credit: Capocci Man Ice Cream