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The 34 best restaurants in Glasgow you need to try

From swanky new eateries to much-loved institutions, here are the very best restaurants in Glasgow right now

Scotland’s biggest city has something to suit every diet and craving. But when Cail Bruich became the first restaurant in Glasgow to land a Michelin star in 18 years in 2021, it highlighted the true level at which contemporary Glaswegian dining was operating.

Though Edinburgh is known for its many Michelin-starred institutions, there’s also plenty to get excited about further west. Whether you’re after adventurous international cuisine or locally-sourced delights, our list of the best restaurants in Glasgow will give you all the top tips you need to eat your way around the city.

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Top-rated restaurants in Glasgow

1.  Celentano’s

What is it? Michelin-awarded, Italian-inspired dishes.

Why go? Celentano chef-owners Dean and Anna Parker were inspired by their honeymoon trip to Italy – though many dishes use Scottish meats, plus herbs and honey from the restaurant’s own garden and beehive. It’s been a big hit: within six months of opening in 2021, they scooped a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Dishes on the rotating seasonal menu may include linguine with cod cheeks and pistachio, or Loch Etive trout with seaweed butter. There’s also a three-course set menu served on Sundays, occasionally accompanied by live music.

2.  Glaschu

What is it? Scottish fine dining in the heart of town.

Why go? Glaschu (pronounced ‘glas-a-hoo’) is the Gaelic name for Glasgow, meaning ‘dear green place.’ John Molloy’s menu, however, is less about greens and more about celebrating native meats and fish. Angus beef cheek, Gigha halibut and a showstopping beef Wellington are the main players, supported by black truffles, heritage carrots and micro herbs. It’s set in the building of the 19th-century Western Club and is technically the club’s restaurant, but, unlike other members’ rooms, is open to the public.

3.  Kimchi Cult

What is it?  Korean-style fast food  in  Glasgow’s  West End.

Why go?  Starting life as a food stall in London, Kimchi Cult eventually found a permanent home in Glasgow, from which they continue to initiate locals in bold Korean flavours and unique menu options. Their food is all reasonably priced, with delights like soy garlic fried chicken, bibimbap, kimchi burgers and kimchi cheese fries all popular with regulars.

4.  Ox and Finch

What is it? The small plates trend is done very well at this slick Sauchiehall Street restaurant.

Why go? Opened in 2014, when it fast established itself as one of the city’s most exciting new restaurants, Ox and Finch is a rare thing on Glasgow’s generally casual dining scene: one of those places you need to book well in advance. Its location on Sauchiehall Street, slightly removed from the increasingly restaurant-dense bustle of the Argyle Street Finnieston ‘strip’, makes for a handy geographical analogy of how confidently it sits apart from the crowd. It looks hip without feeling try-hard. The smart small-plates menu of mainly Scottish provenance packs a punch and never fails to satisfy.

5.  Bilson Eleven

What is it? A  five- or even eight-course fine-dining odyssey.

Why go? The suburb of Dennistoun just east of Glasgow city centre is fast casting off its roughspun reputation, in part thanks to the likes of Bilson Eleven. Housed in one of the oldest and most iconic tenement buildings in the area, the setting is as relaxed and informal as dining at a friend’s house. The cuisine raises the best of Scottish produce to a new level with boundless passion and respect for the ingredients. 

6.  Cail Bruich

What is it?   Très bon Franco-Scottish cooking. 

Why go? Following a major renovation in 2017, Cail Bruich has elevated itself from a fairly run-of-the-mill Scottish bistro to one of the trendiest and very best restaurants in the city. The attention to detail is exemplary, from the consideration given to dietary requirements to the cooking and some exuberant advice from the sommelier . The trim seasonal or tasting menu strives for flawlessness as it works its way up through the gears using the finest of Scottish fish, meat, game and vegetables, some of which come from the restaurant’s own garden.

7.  The Hanoi Bike Shop

What is it?  A fresh, casual, canteen-style Vietnamese restaurant.

Why go? This canteen-style establishment opened in 2012 to a chorus of buzz. And it really is irresistible, with a decidedly informal vibe. Food comes out when it’s ready, so make sure you order to share – the table can go from empty to a banquet in a matter of moments. Menu staples such as glass noodle salad and classic beef, chicken or tofu pho make for as dependably good a meal as you’ll find anywhere in the city. You’ll be back again and again.

8.  The Gannet

What is it?  A slice of Brooklyn-esque cool on the Finnieston ‘strip’.

Why go? Recognised as one of the standouts in Finnieston – an area transformed from scruffy to hip over the past decade – The Gannet should be on every Glaswegian foodie’s bucket list. Less than a year after it opened its doors, it bagged a Bib Gourmand award for quality dining at moderate prices. The owner-chefs, Peter McKenna and Ivan Stein, preside over slick contemporary Scottish plates.

9.  Dakhin

What is it?  South Asian cuisine in the centre of Glasgow’s Merchant City.

Why go? Dakhin has been catering to Glasgow’s foodie community since 2004, with its flavourful and entirely gluten-free menu overflowing with speciality dishes from India’s southern regions. Dishes like the uttapam (thick pancakes) come highly recommended, but with classics like homemade paneer, dosas and biryani on the menu, you’ll be spoilt for choice. 

Time Out tip:  Order the spicy mysore chutney to add an extra heat kick.

10.  The Ubiquitous Chip

What is it?  On a good day, still the best restaurant in Glasgow.

Why go? Opened by Ronnie Clydesdale way back in 1971 and still run by the same family, this warren-like destination with several bars, upstairs bistro and downstairs fine-dining restaurant remains a perennial go-to for indulgent contemporary Scottish cuisine. Championing dishes of local provenance, the menu is rich and, at times, unashamedly lavish, but well worth splashing out on. From venison haggis to Isle of Gigha halibut, The Ubiquitous Chip raids the Scottish larder with style.

Time Out tip: Try and grab a table in  the ground floor restaurant with ponds, fountains and plenty of hanging greenery. 

11.  Five March

What is it? Five-star brunch, dinner and drinks in a stylish setting.

Why go? It’s tucked down a quiet side street between Finnieston, Woodlands and Charing Cross, and close to the entrance of Kelvingrove Park – and that’s not the only sense in which Five March sits apart from the crowd. Whether you’re starting early with a Mediterranean-inspired brunch, heading here later for a sprawling small-plates dinner with cocktails, or just lounging in the beer garden on a warm day, this fun and stylish all-rounder defies easy categorisation.

12.  The Finnieston

What is it?  Proudly sourced Scottish seafood and gins at a suitably rustic Argyll Street location.

Why go? Having opened in 2011 in what used to be Café Bayan, this seafood restaurant-cum-cocktail bar crested a wave of new openings in these parts. With its wooden beams, cosy booths and general weather-worn feel, this place does have the essence of a salty seafront boozer, where gin is the tipple of choice. And the menu duly follows suit: the Shetland mussels, native lobster and Peterhead haddock make for a foodie tour of coastal Scotland.

13.  Stravaigin

What is it? Pub grub staples done very well at a hip West End restaurant.

Why go? Taken from an old Gaelic word that means ‘to wander aimlessly with intent’, Stravaigin’s vibe is stylishly rustic: exposed stone walls, timber roof beams and an iron staircase. The café-bar menu takes pub-grub classics to a whole new level.

Time Out tip:  The weekend brunch menu – featuring everything from full Scottish breakfasts to  Szechuan bacon and maple syrup drenched French toast – is a great way to while away a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon.

14.  Mother India

What is it?  India-meets-Scotland creations, like oven-spiced haddock.

Why go? Not only is Mother India – as the name suggests – the ruling matriarch of all Glaswegian curry houses, it also ranks among the best in Britain. This is chiefly because it eschews all the usual suspects in favour of more leftfield dishes. 

15.  Nanakusa

What is it?  What’s still a relative rarity in Glasgow: a genuinely good Japanese food spot, albeit one with plenty of oh-so-Glasgow deep-fried treats.

Why go? You’ll find Nanakusa behind an unassuming, slightly odd-looking wood-panelled frontage. The ethos here is a curious blend of traditional Japanese and Scottish cooking techniques. 

16.  Paesano

What is it? Swoon-worthy Neapolitan pizza joints in a beautiful former art deco bank and in the heart of the West End.

Why go? Having quickly established itself as Glasgow’s go-to for great pizza, Paesano’s huge artisan-built wood-fire ovens from Naples churn out authentic, traditional Neapolitan pies like nobody’s business. Hand-prepared dough cooked at an intense 500-degree heat produces a moist, soft crust complemented by simple toppings such as tomato sugo with garlic, oregano and evoo or spicy salami from Calabria. Wash it down with a refreshing schooner of Menabrea. 

Time Out tip: Get a table with views of the open kitchen, where you can watch the skilled  pizzaioli  craft their wares. 

17.  Gaga

What is it?  South East Asian dishes, delicious cocktails and plenty of soul.

Why go?  Julie’s Kopitiam owner Julie Lin, and Marc Ferrier and Ken Hamilton of nearby pub The Thornwood have joined forces to bring Partick a new dining spot, specialising in South East Asian-inspired food and a fantastic selection of drinks. The rotating menu promises a range of meat and veg dishes, such as Taiwanese fried chicken, prawn toast, chaat masala crinkle cut chips and chop suey aubergine. The Chumpunker – a cocktail with tequila, cucumber, lemon, mint and anise syrup – is well worth a try as a fine accompaniment to your dish of choice.

18.  Café Saramago

What is it?  A laid-back vegetarian meal with an artsy local crowd.

Why go? Set in the bright, buzzy glass-roofed courtyard atrium of Glasgow’s Centre for Contemporary Arts, Café Saramago serves shareable and inexpensive Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian food (much of it vegan, too). They bake all of their bread in-house every morning using only organic flour. Small plates can either be ordered for tapas-style sharing or as starters. Come evening, Saramago packs out with a hip pre-pub, concert and club crowd.

19.  Café Gandolfi

What is it?  A multi-venue mini-empire in the Merchant City.

Why go? For more than 40 years now, the battle-scarred revolving doors – salvaged from the Grand Hotel at Charing Cross – have been turning at this flagship of the Gandolfi dining empire on Albion Street (see also nearby Gandolfi Fish and Bar Gandolfi). It’s most popular at brunch and lunch, when diners perch at chunky chairs made out of what looks like sanded driftwood and tuck into stacks of French toast, alongside classics like cullen skink. But they do an exceptional three-course evening meal, too. Expect Scottish dishes with a flourish.

20.  Ardnamurchan

What is it?  Good-value contemporary Scottish cuisine.

Why go? With its retro cocktail-bar booths and banquettes, parquet flooring and smart sea-green tiling, stylish Ardnamurchan spruces up a lesser-trodden stretch of Hope Street adjacent to the Theatre Royal. Their pre-show offerings are a carefully calibrated ratio of quality-to-cost, meaning there’s every reason to dine here even if you aren’t on your way to a play. Co-owner Julie Douglas’s family hail from the Ardnamurchan peninsula in Argyll, and the restaurant still sources produce such as venison from the estate.

21.  Crabshakk

What is it?  One of the city’s best seafood restaurants with a daily specials board that’s always worth a gander.

Why go? This being Scotland, you’ll never struggle to find somewhere in Glasgow that sells seafood. But the Finnieston-based Crabshakk is probably the best known for serving excellent Scottish-sourced catches. It often gets quite cheek-by-jowl in here on a busy night, but that all adds to the informal buzz. 

22.  Stereo

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What is it?  Bar and gig venue with gig posters for wallpaper, a vegan menu and a leftfield events calendar.

Why go? A sister establishment to The 78, Mono, The Flying Duck and The Old Hairdresser’s, Stereo is a Glasgow institution which – like much of the rest of the family – proffers winning vegan food and drinks in edgy music bar surrounds (and at minimal fuss and expense). Their superior lunchtime sandwiches are well worth stopping in for even just for a workday lunch. The basement gig venue hosts gigs and club nights, and the bar is open until late seven days a week.

23.  Maki & Ramen

What is it? Probably the city’s best ramen, for a reasonable price.

Why go? Though originally founded in Edinburgh by Japanese chef Teddy Lee, each Maki & Ramen restaurant has a distinct character. The new Glasgow Renfield Street branch, with mid-century-style chairs and a sakura-festooned ceiling, is no exception. The noodles, which are handmade in Edinburgh, are dunked in an eight-hour slow-cooked broth and topped with a melty, marinated egg. The highlight of the stellar menu is the steak tataki, which comes with a spicy curry broth and thin slices of rare beef.

24.  Gloriosa

What is it? For fresh Mediterranean flavours from the chef who brought us Alchemilla.

Why go?  Home to the well-liked Firebird for many years, this bright corner-venue on Argyle Street has been transformed into the latest venture from Rosie Healey, the Ottolenghi-trained chef formerly in charge of Alchemilla. Happily, she takes her vibrant, veg-packed, Mediterranean-influenced food to a new level: much of the food is cooked using a huge pink wood-fired oven, while Healey sources olive oil, lemons and fresh herbs direct from Sicily. A punchy wine menu spotlights small independent European producers.

25.  Number 16

What is it?  A  Euro-bistro in a  Byres Road bolthole.

Why go? Split over two levels, Number 16 has been welcoming locals and travellers alike since 1999. The space isn’t huge (even calling it cosy would be generous), so be prepared to rub shoulders with your neighbours, while dining on a European-inspired menu.

Time Out tip:  Given the restaurant’s size, booking is advisable, especially at weekends.

26.  Shucks

What is it? Relaxed seafood restaurant from the folks behind Cail Bruich.

Why go? Shucks arrived in Glasgow’s west end in March and has since proven to be a big hit, with locals as well as with the Michelin guide, which recently tweeted its praise. Head chef Shaun Haggarty’s seasonal, produce-focused menus vary depending on what the fisherman has caught that day but highlights include the classic fish supper, their on-the-bone and in-the-shell specials and the delightful Shenwood tater tots.

27.  Chinaskis

What is it?  Proper sleeves-rolled-up plates and (of course) a formidable drinks selection at a US-style dive.

Why go? This upscale bourbon joint and restaurant – named after Charles Bukowski’s liquor-soaked literary alter-ego Hank Chinaski – is a damn sight classier than the kind of Los Angeles dives the grizzled old barfly would routinely haunt. Food is modelled on truckstop staples and Scottish classics, but executed with sophistication, while there’s a huge selection of decent beers, single malts and other drinks to choose from if you aren’t a bourbon fan.

Time Out tip: There’s a very cool little multi-tiered beer garden out the back.

28.  The Hug and Pint

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What is it?  Creative contemporary vegan dining to wolf down before a gig.

Why go? Glasgow’s renown as a city for great vegan eating almost surpasses its renown as a city for music lovers. The Hug and Pint – award-winning vegan bar-kitchen upstairs, snug basement music venue downstairs – has you covered on both counts. Unfussy and inexpensive, the Mexican-inspired menu changes daily and packs plenty of spice. You’ll find loads of vegan-friendly beers both bottled and on draught.

29.  Lychee Oriental

What is it? Uber-stylish Chinese fine dining.

Why go?  With chef Jimmy Lee at the helm, Lychee Oriental has been widely recognised for its innovative and high-quality modern cuisine. Diners can feast on staples like traditional Chinese curry, pak choi in oyster sauce and sweet ‘n’ sour king prawns, or go for one of many speciality options ranging from pulled aromatic duck to twice-cooked pork belly. 

Time Out tip:  For something extra-special, choose the exceptionally prepared five-course banquet menu.

30.  Hotel du Vin & Bistro

What is it?  A destination restaurant serving  sleek and modern plates.

Why go? A slew of joint food and hotel ventures have occupied the esteemed address of One Devonshire Gardens over the years – the Hotel du Vin chain being the latest. While some of its old-time allure may have seeped away, it remains popular with locals and visitors alike, drawing those in search of a moreish meal with a sense of class. We’re talking flavoursome   à la carte dishes with fresh ingredients sourced locally and hand-picked wines, all in elegant, old-school surroundings.

31.  Beat 6

What is it? A new venture from the team behind Six by Nico, which donates 100% of its profits to the Beatson Cancer Charity.

Why go? If you're a fan of the food served in the Six by Nico venues, which are now located all over the UK, you'll be pleased to hear that you can enjoy your favourites while supporting a good cause in the process. Beat 6 is a new restaurant in Dennistoun, with a rotating six-course tasting menu featuring some of the most popular dishes previously created in the Six by Nico kitchens. Customers get to vote for which dishes they want to see on the menu in the future, with themes ranging from 'Chippie' to 'Thai Fusion'.

32.  Ka Pao

What is it? Popular restaurant influenced by the cooking of South-East Asia.

Why go? Ka Pao officially opened in 2020 in Glasgow’s west end following a successful residency at the city’s SWG3 venue and it has since become one of the city’s go-to places for inventive South-East Asian cuisine. Order individual dishes or choose from their sharing menu if you’re up for trying as much as possible, but either way, expect to be hit with flavour. Expect dishes like the corn ribs with salted coconut, shrimp and lime, fried chicken with fish sauce, caramel and pickled banana chillies, and hispi cabbage with cashew nut butter and sriracha.

33.  The Spanish Butcher

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What is it?  Premium Spanish meat served in New York loft-style interiors. 

Why go?  A visit to The Spanish Butcher is a must for the finest seafood, Galician beef and Iberican jamón around. The Merchant City restaurant offers up a pretty spectacular dining experience if you’re into your meat, with beef that is hung and dry-aged for a minimum of 28 days.

Time Out tip:  Galician Sunday, where you get a two-course or three-course roast Sunday lunch, is well worth the extra pennies.

34.  The Partick Duck Club

What is it?  A quirky diner proving you can cook duck in A LOT of different ways. 

Why go? How many different ways can you cook duck? A lot more than you might think, as this place proves with a menu filled with everything from duck fat fries to duck rillettes. But it’s far from a one-note affair, with a flexible menu that’s ideal for both a lazy hungover all-day brunch and a dressed-up three-course meal. Not a duck fan? They do serve other things, too, we promise.

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The best restaurants in Glasgow

By Ben Mervis and Olivia Morelli

Glasgow ’s restaurant scene was rebooted by innovative spots such as The Gannet, with its excellent take on modern Scottish dining, and Ox the Finch, which turns out small, Mediterranean -inspired plates with a healthy crop of vegetables. These Glasgow restaurants have since been joined by a contingent of cocktail bars , airy cafés and colourful shops that have switched up the Glasgow many people think they know.

How we choose the best restaurants in Glasgow

Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveller journalist who knows the destination and has eaten at that restaurant. When choosing restaurants, our editors consider both high end and affordable eateries that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We're always looking for stand-out dishes, a great location and warm service – as well as serious sustainability credentials. We update this list regularly as new restaurants open and existing ones evolve.

Best restaurants in Glasgow

1. Ox and Finch

Best for: classic dishes with a modern edge

There’s a reason this restaurant isn’t budging from every round-up of Glasgow’s best restaurants. In the heart of the city’s West End, the Ox and Finch specialises in sharing plates, taking inspiration from a range of countries and cuisines. Think zingy tomatoes, crispy chorizo and morcilla piled on sourdough and topped with braised cod cheeks; creamy buffalo mozzarella with slices of sweet apricot and sprinkles of almond and thyme; flakey poached hake with squid, chickpeas and a memorable green-olive aioli. The vibe is laid back – almost a gastropub atmosphere, with leather banquettes, big windows letting light flood in and wine stacked up against the back wall.

Address: 920 Sauchiehall St, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 7TF

Website: ​​ oxandfinch.com

Best for: a neighbourhood restaurant with creative cocktails

This unassuming spot near Queens Park is the ultimate place for a cosy evening catch-up amid midnight-blue walls, exposed brick, dangling plants and twinkling fairylights. Start with a cocktail – the Negroni Soor is a lip-smacking twist on the classic, with limoncello, grapefruit and orange bitters added into the mix, while the Bloody Mourad will whip you from day to night with vodka and tomato juice blended with Malbec for good measure. At £30 per person, the set menu is the way to go. Mediterranean-inspired plates are piled with seasonal ingredients – heirloom tomato panzanella with a zesty salsa verde, sweet courgettes with a chilli brown butter sprinkled with dukkah and asparagus with fresh peas, mint and salty serrano ham.

Address: 758 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2AE

Website: loboglasgow.co.uk

Best for: seafood feasts

Scotland is well known for its fresh fish and Shucks is a great place to try it. With produce sourced as locally as possible, as well as drinks developed in close collaboration with local companies, Shucks is a celebration of Scotland’s best. As to be expected from a seafood restaurant , the menu is very fish heavy, so don’t come if you’re not a fish lover. Ceviche and sashimi kick things off and more substantial hot dishes follow, so you experience the finest and freshest, delightfully presented and offset with a limited selection of other ingredients to let the flavour of the fish take the spotlight. The Champagne trolley, joyfully wheeled about by the bar manager, is expertly curated. But we were mainly blown away by the cocktails, which were playfully designed to teach you some key life lessons while exploding your taste buds. If the choice is between a cocktail and pudding, go for a ‘You’ll Never Eat Yer’ Dinner’ with bramble, absinthe and pisco, clarified through vanilla ice cream. If it were sweets, we’d definitely finish the whole bag. Lily Bonesso

Address: Shucks, 168 Hyndland Road, Glasgow G12 9HZ Website: shucksglasgow.com

Best for: multi-course extravagance

An extension of the incredibly popular Six by Nico, Beat-6 is a neat spot in up-and-coming Denniston. With simple interiors, exposed brick, minimal furniture and bare light bulbs it has an industrial aesthetic which wouldn’t be out of place in New York’s meatpacking district. The six-course themed menus are developed with their sister restaurant, on rotation so that each venue is serving something different. Small plates explore cultural styles from around the world, with a Glaswegian spin as the chefs capitalise on local ingredients. Go big and opt in for the wine pairing – we experienced some of our favourite wines to date on our visit. What sets Beat-6 apart is its sole purpose to raise money for charity with 100 per cent of profits donated to Beatson Cancer Charity. There’s nothing like eating food this good for a good cause. Lily Bonesso

Address: Beat-6, 10 Whitehill Street, Glasgow G31 2LJ Website: beat-6.co.uk

5. Celentano’s

Chef Dean Parker previously worked with Robin Gill (The Dairy, Sorella). A few years ago he upped sticks to Glasgow with his wife Anna, to open their first solo venture, Celentano’s. Set in Cathedral House, a family-run boutique stay opposite the city’s famed Necropolis and cathedral, the restaurant was awarded Michelin ’s Bib Gourmand accolade for its Italian-leaning menu of convivial sharing plates, which also showcases the best of Scotland's larders.

Begin with freshly baked sourdough and homemade chicken liver parfait before moving onto reels of pappardelle in creamy Dexter beef sauce, agnolotti with velvety ricotta and Loch Etive trout with miso-butter cavolo nero. The house Negroni glows against the dark green wood panelling, offset by chequerboard flooring and rattan bar stools. Look out for special Sunday tasting menus, often accompanied by live music. Mhairi Mann

Address: Celentano’s, 28-32 Cathedral Square, Glasgow G4 0XA Website: celentanosglasgow.com

6. Crabshakk

This pocket-sized seafood restaurant was one of the first to open in Finnieston – now a buzzing stretch of bars and restaurants, many of which star on this list. More than 13 years later it remains a beloved favourite, with a reliable, fuss-free menu of shellfish, crustacea and gargantuan seafood platters, all served with a slight glint of revelry. High rollers can order the fruits de mer platter, piled high with oysters, clams, crab and a whole lobster. A second, larger restaurant opened in 2022, within cork-popping distance of Glasgow’s exalted Botanic Gardens. Mhairi Mann

Address: Crabshakk, 1114 Argyle Street, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8TD Website: crabshakk.co.uk

Steven Turner spent years transforming a derelict betting shop into Outlier, a multifaceted creative hub with a gallery and cafe. Positioned where Merchant City meets the Trongate, Outlier is a beacon of good taste, furnished with volcanic ash-glazed tiles, HAY furniture and Serax glassware. Head of Coffee Tony Lee Johnson has scooped multiple awards for his espresso expertise, including German Barista Champion. Sweet and savoury sourdough pastries, glistening galettes and cardamom and custard buns are the work of ex-Rochelle Canteen pastry chef Allisa Murphy-McFarlen, as are the freshly baked loaves to go. Menu highlights include a ciabatta packed with crispy, hot honey-glazed X.O chicken and the crepe-like Staffordshire oatcake with Loch Arthur cheddar, mustard and spinach. A natural wine bar and an outdoor dining space will be opening soon. Mhairi Mann

Address : Outlier, 38 London Road, Glasgow G1 5NB Website: instagram.com/outlier.gla

Glasgow’s restaurant scene is rich with flavour and bonhomie, but not Michelin gongs. Unalome is the city’s second Michelin-starred restaurant and also Finnieston’s first fine-dining restaurant. It is the inaugural solo venture from Graeme Cheevers, who was previously head chef at Martin Wishart in Cameron House. À la Wishart, expect Scottish fare with French flair and bold combinations, such as Orkney scallops in white wine sauce and a roasted fillet of roe deer with grué de cacao and cardamom quince. Don't miss the cheese trolley, piled high with punchy aromas and served with freshly baked oatcakes. Mhairi Mann

Address : Unalome, 36 Kelvingrove Street, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 7RZ Website: unalomebygc.com

9. Ubiquitous Chip

‘The Chip’ is a Glasgow institution that has been a bedrock of the West End’s cobbled Ashton Lane since 1971. During the day, light permeates the plant-filled central courtyard, while trailing, twinkling lights create a wonderfully ambient setting at night. An upmarket menu of Scottish flavours includes venison haggis and Loch Melfort sea trout. The upstairs brasserie is equally delightful, with a more casual menu for lingering afternoon lunches. The lively labyrinthian space contains several bars with cosy nooks and a rooftop terrace. Ubiquitous Chip’s sister restaurants are also worth a pit stop: Hanoi Bike Shop down Ruthven Lane focuses on Vietnamese street food, or book a table at Stravaigin, a bar and restaurant where lunch and dinner often segue effortlessly into late-night shenanigans. Mhairi Mann

Address: Ubiquitous Chip, 12 Ashton Lane, Hillhead, Glasgow G12 8SJ Website : ubiquitouschip.co.uk

10. Cail Bruich

Best for: Michelin-starred dining

Within six months of joining Cail Bruich, head chef Lorna McNee earned it a Michelin star – the first in Glasgow for 18 years. McNee trained with the late chef Andrew Fairlie at his renowned restaurant, where she developed a simple philosophy: to respect and be guided by the ingredients she works with. Naturally, Scotland ’s bounty features: Highland roe deer, Isle of Skye langoustines, west coast crab and heather honey are some of the native ingredients in each perfectly balanced dish. Cail bruich means ‘eat well’ in Gaelic. A beautifully fitting name. Lauren Hepburn

Address: Cail Bruich, 725 Great Western Road, Glasgow G12 8QX Website: cailbruich.co.uk

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11. Eighty Eight

Best for: a fresh, nourishing meal

Strands of homemade tagliatelle often hang to dry in the window of this inconspicuous little restaurant – an ingenious spot of marketing to anyone passing by. Fresh pasta is a must if you spot it on Eighty Eight’s daily-changing menu, a seasonal affair with a distinct Italian influence. Expect vibrant fruit and vegetables, locally sourced fish and meat and expertly made puddings such as dulce de leche with strained yogurt and peanut cookie or creamy panna cotta. Lauren Hepburn

Address: Eighty Eight, 88 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G11 6NX Website: 88glasgow.co.uk

12. Five March

Best for: a balmy evening

You’ll find Five March on a quiet street adjacent to Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park, where it’s lovely to sit outside and share globally inspired small plates with avant-garde drinks (the Mezcal, fermented corn, avocado and xocolatl cocktail is utterly unexpected). Star dishes include the tangy sweetheart cabbage with Korean gojuchang, corn and puff daddies, buttery salmon ceviche with chilli, ginger, sesame, mint and coriander, and the pork collar steak with chipotle, celeriac and pickled raisins. Afterwards, meander through the leafy park and along the River Kelvin. Lauren Hepburn

Address: Five March, 140 Elderslie Street, Glasgow G3 7QF Telephone: +44 141 573 1400 Website: fivemarch.co.uk

13. Gloriosa

Best for: a trip to the continent

When Ottolenghi -trained Alchemilla founding chef Rosie Healey opened Gloriosa in 2020, she swapped sharing plates for comprehensive courses. Wholesome recipes of baked fish, tender meat, fresh pasta and risotto, and vegetables oozing with olive oil so good you could drink it all draw inspiration from the Mediterranean . The curated wine list spotlights natural, biodynamic and vegan choices sourced from independent producers across Italy , Spain and France . And the white interior, vast windows and outdoor seating shout more ‘sunshine’ than ‘mizzle’. Lauren Hepburn

Address: Gloriosa, 1321 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8AB Website: gloriosaglasgow.com

14. Tantrum Doughnuts

Best for: something sweet

A stone’s throw from the fabulous Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, this unassuming, grab-and-go shop launched a citywide doughnut craze when it opened in 2015. Tantrum rotates its flavours monthly, with the exception of mainstays such as their crème brûlée (torched sugar on the outside, Madagascar vanilla-bean custard on the inside). Visit through the seasons to enjoy specials such as pistachio and tahini custard, or an apple-strudel old fashioned with caramel glaze and baked crumble.

Address: Tantrum Doughnuts, 27 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G3 8RD and Tantrum Doughnuts, 28 Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3PU Website: tantrumdoughnuts.com

Best for: a cosmic culinary experience

Though primarily a bar and restaurant , there is more to Vega than that – not least its bowling alley, which fits in surprisingly well with the retro-futuristic space-age theme. So too does the heavily Mexican -accented menu, rich in corn-derived products and chipotle. (Even entirely non-Mexican dishes can readily be Mexicanised – an all-American iceberg-lettuce wedge, for instance, cries ¡Olé! with the addition of adobo pulled pork or pinto and black-bean chilli.) The likelihood of an astronaut going bowling or eating Mexican food in orbit will seem neither here nor there after a couple of sharing cocktails. The largest of these (‘for a team of four to six’) are served either in a mirror ball illuminated with electric ice cubes or an oversized Martini glass large enough to contain an entire bottle of prosecco in addition to its other ingredients and from which individual drinks are decanted into smaller glasses by means of a ladle. Steve King

Address : Vega, 260 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8QW Website : vegaglasgow.com

16. The Gannet

Best for: modern Scottish

The Gannet is Glasgow’s take on modern Scottish cooking. Chef-owners Peter McKenna and Ivan Stein work closely with more than a dozen producers, sourcing quality ingredients across the country – from Shetland to the Hebrides , the Borders, and back again. The kitchen is constantly evolving and recently switched to a tasting-menu format, offering both meat and vegetarian options. These excellent seasonal dishes, served up in a warm, rustic environment, make The Gannet a special place to pay tribute to Scotland’s larder.

Address: The Gannet, 155 Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8TB Website: thegannetgla.com

17. Ranjit's Kitchen

Best for: casual dining

Ranjit Kaur’s Southside restaurant is an extension of her home kitchen. She and her family serve delicious, slow-cooked Punjabi vegetable curries and dals, homemade paneer, stuffed parathas and the city’s best sweets – bar none. Diners eat side-by-side at communal tables framed by bright walls painted in traditional Phulkari patterns. The homey atmosphere, affordable pricing and straightforward menu have earned it a cult following.

Address: Ranjit's Kitchen, 607 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2QG Website: ranjitskitchen.com

18. Drygate Brewing Co.

Best for: beer and a bite

This popular East End brewery offers two takes on pub food: a casual beer hall serving pizza and snacks, and a sit-down brewhouse with a menu of reinvigorated classics. Expect haddock battered in Drygate’s own Bearface lager, pan-fried venison with redcurrant jus, and salsify pappardelle with smoked chestnut. The brewery has about 20 beers on tap, as well as an extensive list by the bottle.

Address: Drygate Brewery, 85 Drygate, Glasgow G4 0UT Website: drygate.com

19. The Hug and Pint

Best for: vegan food

This is a lively West End bar with an excellent, unassuming vegan menu that draws its inspiration from familiar South-east Asian flavours. Dishes such as jackfruit curry, black-pepper aubergine and kimchi porridge draw in Glasgow’s thriving vegan community from all over. At night the cosy downstairs area transforms into a venue space, hosting many of the best small acts touring Scotland.

Address: The Hug and Pint, 171 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G4 9AW Website: thehugandpint.com

Best for: baked goods

Pre-pandemic, Kaf served brunches worth lining up for and, despite panicking loyalists when relaunching as a bakery in 2020, today it’s clearly just as popular, as evidenced by the queue outside. Highlights on the changing menu have included fluffy doughnuts, buttermilk cakes, twice-baked almond croissants and sea-salt, brown-sugar and caramelised-white-chocolate ice cream. Made-to-order sandwiches are, of course, served on freshly baked bread (the adobo pulled pork and barbecue chard with ‘burnt cheesy sweetcorn’ are standouts). Room left in your bag? Try the focaccia.

Address: Kaf, 5 Hyndland Street, Partick, Glasgow G11 5QE Website: instagram.com/kafcoffee (pre-ordering recommended)

21. Mother India

Best for: supper

Opened by Monir Mohammed in 1990, Mother India is a Glasgow institution: an Edwardian space run by suited waiters, with candelabras and high-backed Charles Rennie Mackintosh chairs. Order the phenomenal butter chicken, served in a cast-iron skillet and drenched in a deeply rich sauce, then mop up the piquant sauce with an order of peshwari naan – lightly sweet and still hot from the tandoor.

Address: Mother India, 28 Westminster Terrace, Glasgow G3 7RU Website: motherindia.co.uk

22. The Hidden Lane Tea Room

Best for: afternoon tea

Head down this secret, cobbled lane and you’ll stumble upon its eponymous tearoom, outfitted like a home kitchen with glass-windowed façade, mismatched porcelain and kitschy floral curtains. Expect a range of 30 different teas (everything from white peony to East African green), with freshly baked scones and homemade jam with clotted cream. The tearoom serves sandwiches including Mull of Kintyre cheddar and smoked salmon with dill, and can cater for gluten-free or vegan diets. A BYOB policy also makes it a handy spot for afternoon bubbles.

Address: The Hidden Lane Tearoom, 1103 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8ND Website: hiddenlanetearoom.com

The 15 Best Restaurants in Glasgow, Scotland

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Glasgow's dining scene has evolved dramatically over the past several years, becoming one of the best in Scotland and the U.K as a whole. While there are some beloved local mainstays that will never lose their luster, like The Ubiquitous Chip and Mother India, Glasgow's culinary landscape focuses on the new, cool spots these days. Whether you're looking for Scottish cuisine in a fine dining setting or something more low-key, Glasgow has a lot of delicious dishes on offer. From brand new eatery Unalome to local favorite the Pot Still, here are 15 of the best restaurants in Glasgow.

The Pot Still

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Technically a pub, the Pot Still is Glasgow's top spot for whisky. Their menu boasts 800 different whiskies and the food has a simple yet comforting vibe. Enjoy traditional Scottish dishes with your single malt, including haggis, neeps, and tatties pie (a sort of shepherd's piece with haggis, turnips, and potatoes). While the pies, which are also available in vegetarian versions, are delicious, it's the overall experience of the Pot Still that draws in customers. If whisky isn't your thing, try one of the local draft beers or ciders.

Ox and Finch

Ox and Finch is a popular contemporary restaurant in the hip Finnieston neighborhood. It boasts a variety of small shared plates best enjoyed by a group of friends or family. The menu is tailored toward those who love meat and fish but there are a wide variety of vegan and vegetarian options, too. Each dish is creatively and beautifully prepared like cod cheeks served on sourdough with chorizo, morcilla blood sausage, and tomato. Or for something sweet, how about a dark chocolate tart topped with miso caramel and creme fraiche. The drinks selection is equally compelling, with offerings like a spicy margarita and non-alcoholic beer for those who prefer not to imbibe. Consider making a reservation in advance online, especially if coming with a larger group.

The Ubiquitous Chip

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Come for the quirky name, stay for the delicious Scottish fare at The Ubiquitous Chip. The restaurant, located on Ashton Lane, has been around since 1971 and since become a fixture in the Glasgow dining scene. The menu changes depending on the season, but typically guests can choose between a seven-to-nine-course tasting menu (which also comes vegetarian) and an a la carte menu. A majority of the meat and seafood is sourced from Scotland, like Barra scallops and Ardgay venison. Upstairs, there's a contemporary brasserie and mezzanine with a slightly more casual menu of bites.

Bilson Eleven

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Head east of the city center to the Glasgow suburb of Dennistoun to discover Bilson Eleven, which offers a locally-sourced tasting menu that centers on Scottish cuisine. The experience is intense, with the tasting menu lasting three to four hours, and it's an ideal spot to book for a special occasion or celebration. The menu often changes, but guests can anticipate creative, high-end dishes with Scottish seafood and meat, as well as local produce. Note that Bilson Eleven is very small, with only three tables in the main dining room, so visitors should make a reservation well in advance.

Mother India

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First opened in 1990, Mother India is an essential Glasgow restaurant. There are now several locations around the city, all of which feature the eatery's signature Indian home cooking. The menu is filled with classics like chicken tikka and fans of Indian food will find plenty (maybe too much) to order. There is also a solid takeaway menu, for those who prefer to dine at home. Be sure to grab an order of Smeena’s Slow-Cooked Chicken Curry, named for chef Monir Mohammed's wife, during your visit.

The Spanish Butcher

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If you like meat then you'll love the Spanish Butcher, located in the Merchant City area. They serve Galician beef, premium Iberian jamón, and seafood from the Mediterranean, all of which are offered in various preparations. The main reason to come is the steaks, many of which are cut to share, but there's also a whole suckling pig for those with big enough appetites. The wine list is equally well-curated, and the cocktails marry with the food well. Those visiting on a weekend may want to book a table for the festive Sunday roast, which is pricy but worth it.

Julie's Kopitiam

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Julie's Kopitiam is an unusual find in Glasgow, serving up Malaysian street food based on recipes taught to the owner by her mother. There are two menus, one for lunch and one for dinner, and the dishes are satisfyingly authentic. Guests can opt to dine in or take the food to go, and the restaurant even sells its own chili oil for those who love a little heat. The casual spot can be found slightly outside the city center and is worth the trek.

Cafe Gandolfi

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Cafe Gandolfi emphasizes good food made with local ingredients and simple cooking, and the restaurant, found near the city center, is a great pick for visitors. It's been around since 1979 and the atmosphere has that classic feel. Come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, although the lunch and dinner menu is where you'll find the most popular dishes like crab risotto and chicken schnitzel. It's not the fanciest restaurant in Glasgow, but it's a local favorite.

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The dishes at Stravaigin are as deliciouse to eat as they are beautiful to look at. The chef often uses wild ingredients, like grey squirrel, hedgerow herbs, and sea urchins, and restaurant encourages diners to "wander off the beaten path." The a la carte menu shifts with the seasons and is designed to share, making it ideal for a group meal. For those who don't eat meat, there's even a veggie haggis dish on the Strav Staples section of the menu. Stravaigin is also open for breakfast and brunch, which is served until 4 p.m. on weekends.

Scotland is well-known for its incredible seafood, which is on full display at Crabshakk. The restaurant, which opened in 2009, is all about fresh-caught crab, lobster, and local fish, which you can order as fish and chips or in a sandwich. It's open daily until midnight, so there's no excuse for missing Crabshakk during your visit to Glasgow. Bookings are recommended, especially on weekends.

Cail Bruich

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Michelin-starred restaurant Cail Bruich, found in the West End, is all about seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients, which come together to create contemporary dishes that look like works of art. Led by chef Lorna McNee, the restaurant has its own kitchen garden and works with a team of butchers, fishmongers, farmers, and foragers to find the best offerings in Scotland. The evolving menu comes as a five-course or seven-course option, with vegetarian swaps available, and diners can opt for a wine pairing. Reservations are a must, whether you're coming for lunch or dinner. Bonus: McNee is currently the only female chef in Scotland with a Michelin star.

Unalome by Graeme Cheevers

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Helmed by chef Graeme Cheevers, Unalome takes a sustainable approach to fine dining in Glasgow's West End. The restaurant opened in the summer of 2021, making it one of the best new additions to the city, and there are several menus, including a la carte and a tasting menu. The plates combine a modern European influence with inspiration from Japanese cuisine, and everything is about the farm-to-fork approach. The menu is subject to change but expect dishes like Okrney scallops and Shetland mussels served with a savory custard or Angus beef cheek slow-cooked in a red wine sauce. The tasting menu is also available in a vegetarian version, and the set lunch menu is a more budget-friendly way to try to restaurant's dishes.

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Venture over to Finnieston to find Rafa's Diner, a casual Mexican-American restaurant that pays tribute to the fast-food establishments of the American Southwest. There are tacos, burritos, and, of course, a tres leches cake, and all of the dishes are notably affordable. The U.K. isn't known for its stellar takes on Mexican food, but Rafa's Diner is like stepping into an eatery in Arizona. There are also vegetarian options, as well as Mexican drinks like Jarritos sodas and horchata.

The Hanoi Bike Shop

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The Hanoi Bike Shop offers Glasgow's best Vietnamese street food served in a lively atmosphere. They offer everything from classic summer rolls to sticky chicken to pho, and there's a separate lunch menu available Thursday through Sunday. The best offering is the build your own pho section, which allows guests to select from ten different levels of spice. There's also a solid cocktail list that includes non-alcoholic options, a key inclusion on any restaurant menu. The hours can vary, so check online ahead of your visit.

Kimchi Cult

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For some delicious fast food, try Kimchi Cult, a takeaway spot near the University of Glasgow. The burgers are serious business, and there are also several versions of bibimbap and Korean fried chicken. Don't skimp on the kimchi cheese fries, and vegetarians will be happy to find a fried tofu substitute for all the chicken variations. The to-go joint is open for lunch during the week, and for lunch and dinner on weekends. You can also order in advance for pick-up if you're on a time crunch.

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13 great restaurants you won't want to miss in Glasgow

Tales of deep-fried Mars Bars have faded into urban legend. Glasgow is bursting at its culinary seams with award-winning chefs and young pretenders competing with innovative cuisines to suit every taste and budget. Classic restaurants in the city centre and the West End have upped their game to match a lively new eatery scene between them in the Finnieston district, and there are encouraging signs of a culinary revival south of the river. Fresh fare from Scottish hills and sea lochs is as good as it gets and even haggis is given the nouvelle cuisine treatment.

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A Glasgow institution justly renowned for fine dining in a relaxed, cosy ambiance of unashamed Scottish luxury. Dark oak panelling, tartan carpets, and crystal glasses on white tablecloths set the tone for classic Scottish fare served by kilted staff. Seafood is a speciality, featuring West Coast scallops with haggis and scampi bisque cream, and Shetland halibut with Cajun spice. There’s also a full vegetarian and vegan menu, and extensive wine list and lunch and pre-theatre menus.

Contact: 0141 221 8188; twofatladiesrestaurant.com/buttery Price: ££-£££ Opening times: Mon-Thurs, 12pm-3pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat, 12pm-3pm, 5pm-10.30pm; Sun, 12pm-9pm Reservations: Advisable

A Glasgow legend. Art Deco style dating from 1935 and Rat Pack crooners on the sound system evoke timeless elegance, with classic and creative dishes of fish and seafood from Scottish waters. The roasted fillet of Gigha halibut is exceptional. There are several classes of dining rooms with varying prices to suit most budgets but with consistently high standards. A cosy, wood-panelled café downstairs is adorned with photos and amusing quotes of statesmen and film stars.

Contact:  0141 248 4055;  roganoglasgow.com Price: ££-£££ Opening times:  Daily, 12pm-5.45pm (last orders 2.30pm); 6pm till late (last orders 10.30pm) Reservations:  Advised

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Café Gandolfi

This stylish and popular restaurant in an old cheese market is an early trendsetter from the 1970s, and the menu features classy Scottish fare from the Highlands and islands. The Summer Isles peat smoked salmon followed by haggis from renowned Cochrane’s of Dingwall are a perfect combination of signature dishes. Cool music fosters a chilled vibe, and light filters softly through stained glass windows onto hand crafted tables in elm, ash and mahogany. On a cold day it’s like a warm hug.

Contact : 0141 552 6813;  cafegandolfi.com Price: ££ Opening times:  Mon-Sat, 8am-11.30pm; Sun, 9am-11.30pm Reservations:  Advised

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The Ubiquitous Chip

A venerable mecca of fine dining in the West End imaginatively created from an old cow byre. Tables are set in a hanging garden, with a fountain tinkling in a rock pool, beneath a glass roof and illuminated by fairy lights and crystal decanters. The effect is magical, like the classic Scottish fare emanating from the kitchen. The Aberdeen Angus fillet steak au poivre is justly renowned. A brasserie upstairs overlooking the dining area offers dishes of the same quality at reduced prices.

Contact:  0141 334 5007;  ubiquitouschip.co.uk Price: ££ Opening times:  Mon-Sat, 12pm-2.30pm; Sun, 12.30pm-3pm and 5pm-11pm Reservations:  Essential

Cail Bruich

A warm, cosy glow emanates from this intimate little epicurean gem in the heart of the West End, which has been awarded Glasgow’s first Michelin star in 17 years. A bare brick wall and copper piping evoke the city’s industrial past, while award-winning chef Lorna McNee exemplifies its contemporary cuisine with innovative Scottish dishes that ensure the eaterie lives up to its Gaelic name (‘Eat Well’). A la carte and tasting menus offer delicate fusions of flavours and colours, notably in West Coast crab with Orkney scallop and caviar, but a star is the perigord foie gras, a multi-layered melt in the mouth delight. Needless to say wines are top flight and presented with eloquent dissertations on their characters.

Contact: 0141 334 6265 cailbruich.co.uk Price:  £££ Opening times: Wed, 6pm-10pm; Thurs-Sat, 12pm-4pm, 6pm-10pm. Reservations: Recommended

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Ox and Finch

Jonathan MacDonald, former head chef of the McLaren F1 team, brings to Glasgow a culinary world tour on small plates. Forget starters and mains, choose from a fusion of flavours such as confit duck leg with yellow curry, thai basil and crispy rice. Portions are generous, and vegetarians and vegans are well catered for. The setting is post-industrial chic with high pressed ceilings and iron pillars by an open kitchen. A decent wine list and a connoisseur’s collection of malt whiskies round off an exceptional casual dining experience.

Contact: 0141 339 8627; oxandfinch.com Price: ££ Opening Times: Mon-Thu, Sun, 12pm-11pm; Fri-Sat, 12pm-1am. Reservations: Essential, at least a week ahead for weekdays and six to eight weeks for weekends. It’s that good.

This friendly eatery and bar in the West End lives up to its name (wandering) by fusing exotic world flavours with local ingredients in an eclectic menu ranging from delicately spiced ras el hanout chicken breast to an aromatic nasi goreng. The ethos is ‘Think Global, Eat Local’. Choose between an intimate downstairs restaurant with bare stone walls and a lively street level café and bar serving the likes of Shetland mussels and curries of the day.

Contact: 0141 334 2665; stravaigin.co.uk Price: ££ Opening times:  Mon-Fri, 9am-1am; Sat-Sun, 11am-1am Reservations:  Advised

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A compact little seafood restaurant that has gained a big reputation, bristling with crab claws and creative energy. The owner is from a family of Western Isles fishermen and it shows in dishes that taste as if they have just been landed from boats and creels, which they probably have. The focus is on the food, notably sweet and tender lobster and lightly spiced crab cakes,  rather than comfortable seating, in a fairly cramped space that heightens a convivial ambiance.

Contact:  0141 334 6127;  crabshakk.com Price: £ Opening times:  Daily, 12pm-12am Reservations:  Advised

The 78 Bar & Kitchen

A popular vegan oasis with a late night bar and live jazz on Sunday evenings draws even non-vegetarians with creative dishes and a cool, relaxed vibe. Chunky wooden tables are ranged along a bar stocked with craft beers, and exposed stonework and an open fire conjure a cosy setting. Grilled artichokes are tender, juicy and full of flavour, and a special seitan asada burrito with refried beans is succulent and satisfying.

Contact: 0141 576 5018; the78barandkitchen.com Price: £ Opening times: Daily, 11am-late. Food served till 9pm Reservations: Advisable

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West Brewery

An oddity in the city – this is a Bavarian-owned brewery on Glasgow Green that specialises in traditional German fare in a big, airy beerhall-style bar and dining room in a former carpet factory, that was modelled extravagantly on the Doge’s Palace in Venice. There's seriously good draught and bottled beers to wash down the authentic Jäger Schnitzel and Nürnberger Bratwűrstl. Inevitably there is a live Oompah band during Oktoberfest. A quirky, fun place not widely known outside the city, you’ll be among Glaswegians.

Contact:  0141 550 0135;  westonthegreen.com                          Price: £ Opening times:  Sun-Thur, 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-12am (food served daily, 11.30am-9.30pm) Reservations:  Not essential

South of the River Clyde, which divides the city, has never been noted for culinary delights – until now. The Bungo bar & restaurant which takes its name from the Strathbungo neighbourhood offers bistro dining at its best with inventive variations of burgers, pasta and curries, and small plates that can be shared tapas style. The chickpea and vegetarian haggis is exceptional. Exposed brick walls and wooden tables foster an unpretentious low-key vibe popular with the locals. It's worth crossing the river for.

Contact: 0141 423 0023; thebungo.co.uk   Price: £ Opening times: Sun-Thurs, 10am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 10am-12am Reservations: Not necessary

Julie’s Kopitiam

Former Masterchef contestant Julie Lin MacLeod introduces Glasgow to the delights of Malay street food in a hole-in-the-wall restaurant inspired by the home cooking of her Malaysian mother. The sparse interior has space for barely 20 diners happy to queue for warming dishes such as chickpea murtabak, kari laksa king prawn and nasi goreng. Choose three or four small dishes for two. No alcohol, but delicately flavoured teas complement lightly spiced food.

Contact: 0141 237 9560; facebook.com/julieskopitiam Price: £ Opening times: Tues-Wed, 5pm-10pm; Thurs-Sat, 12pm-10pm; Sun, 12pm-8pm; may vary, call to confirm. Reservations: Not taken, come early to avoid queues

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Battlefield Rest

Italian restaurants in Glasgow are generally family affairs, and this award-winning Southside gem is a classic of the genre. Privately owned by Marco Giannasi, it has the cosy ambiance of a living room in an ornate century-old tramcar shelter, and it offers impeccable Italian cuisine and service at moderate prices. There is no better minestrone or antipasto in the city, and the slow-cooked Salciccia Cacciatore melts in the mouth. A warm, welcoming place open for lunch, pre-theatre and dinner.

Contact: 0141 636 6955; battlefieldrest.co.uk Price: £ Opening times: Mon-Sat, 10am-10pm Reservations: Advised                  

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The Must-Try Restaurants in Glasgow: A Culinary Journey

Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, boasts a diverse culinary scene catering to every palate and preference. The dining landscape reached new heights in 2023 when Cail Bruich clinched a Michelin star, marking a significant milestone in ( restaurants in glasgow ) contemporary Glaswegian gastronomy.

While Edinburgh may be renowned for its Michelin-starred establishments, Glasgow holds its own with a mix of trendy newcomers and beloved classics. Whether you crave international flavors or locally-sourced delights, our curated list of the city’s top restaurants in glasgow provides the ultimate guide to navigating Glasgow’s culinary offerings.

Top Restaurants in Glasgow: Glasgow’s Culinary Gems

Celentano’s.

Why Visit: Inspired by a honeymoon trip to Italy, Celentano’s chefs, Dean and Anna Parker, create culinary wonders using Scottish meats, herbs, and honey from their own garden. Within six months of opening in 2021, they earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand, offering dishes like linguine with cod cheeks and pistachio.

Why Visit: Named after Glasgow in Gaelic, Glaschu , helmed by John Molloy, focuses on native meats and fish. Angus beef cheek, Gigha halibut, and a standout beef Wellington take center stage in this restaurant located in the 19th-century Western Club.

Kimchi Cult

Why Visit: Originating as a London food stall, Kimchi Cult found its permanent home in Glasgow, introducing locals to bold Korean flavors. With reasonably priced delights like soy garlic fried chicken, bibimbap, and kimchi cheese fries, it quickly became a local favorite.

Ox and Finch

Why Visit: Established in 2014, Ox and Finch stands out in Glasgow’s casual dining scene. Located on Sauchiehall Street, its smart small-plates menu features Scottish provenance, delivering a satisfying dining experience that demands advance booking.

Bilson Eleven

Why Visit: Situated in Dennistoun, Bilson Eleven elevates Scottish produce in a relaxed setting. Housed in an iconic tenement building, the restaurant showcases a passion for ingredients and a commitment to excellence.

Cail Bruich

Why Visit: Undergoing a major renovation in 2017, Cail Bruich transformed into one of Glasgow’s trendiest restaurants. With meticulous attention to detail, it offers a seasonal or tasting menu highlighting the finest Scottish fish, meat, game, and vegetables.

The Hanoi Bike Shop

Why Visit: Opening its doors in 2012, this canteen-style gem offers an informal vibe and a menu featuring delectable Vietnamese dishes. The glass noodle salad and pho are standout staples, creating an irresistibly authentic experience.

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Why Visit: Recognized in Finnieston, The Gannet earned a Bib Gourmand award within a year of opening. Owner-chefs Peter McKenna and Ivan Stein curate contemporary Scottish plates in a sleek setting.

Why Visit: Catering to Glasgow’s foodie community since 2004, Dakhin presents a flavorful, entirely gluten-free menu with specialties from India’s southern regions. From uttapam to homemade paneer, it offers a diverse range of choices.

The Ubiquitous Chip

Why Visit: Established in 1971, this family-run destination remains a go-to for contemporary Scottish cuisine. From venison haggis to Isle of Gigha halibut, The Ubiquitous Chip showcases dishes of local provenance with a touch of luxury.

And the culinary adventure continues with diverse options ranging from Japanese delights at Nanakusa to authentic Neapolitan pizza at Paesano, making Glasgow a haven for food enthusiasts. Each restaurant on this list adds a unique flavor to the vibrant tapestry of Glasgow’s dining scene.”

Why Visit: Tucked away in a quiet side street between Finnieston, Woodlands, and Charing Cross, Five March stands out as a unique destination. Whether you’re indulging in a Mediterranean-inspired brunch, savoring small-plates for dinner, or enjoying the beer garden, this versatile spot defies easy categorization.

The Finnieston

Why Visit: Opening its doors in 2011, The Finnieston , housed in what used to be Café Bayan, offers a seafood-focused menu in a setting reminiscent of a salty seafront boozer. With wooden beams and a weather-worn feel, it takes diners on a coastal Scottish culinary journey featuring Shetland mussels, native lobster, and Peterhead haddock.

Why Visit: Translated from Gaelic as ‘to wander aimlessly with intent,’ Stravaigin embraces a stylishly rustic vibe. With exposed stone walls and timber roof beams, the café-bar menu elevates pub-grub classics to a new level.

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Mother india.

Why Visit: A ruling matriarch among Glaswegian curry houses, Mother India sets itself apart by offering leftfield dishes. Renowned not only in Glasgow but throughout Britain, it showcases a unique take on traditional Indian flavors.

Why Visit: A rarity in Glasgow, Nanakusa is a standout Japanese food spot. Behind its unassuming wood-paneled frontage, it blends traditional Japanese and Scottish cooking techniques, creating a distinctive culinary experience.

Why Visit: Quickly establishing itself as Glasgow’s go-to for exceptional pizza, Paesano boasts artisan-built wood-fire ovens from Naples. The result is authentic Neapolitan pies with hand-prepared dough cooked at an intense 500-degree heat, offering a delightful blend of simplicity and flavor.

Why Visit: Conceived by Julie’s Kopitiam owner Julie Lin, along with Marc Ferrier and Ken Hamilton of The Thornwood pub, Gaga is a South East Asian-inspired dining spot. The rotating menu promises a variety of meat and veg dishes, complemented by a fantastic selection of drinks.

Café Saramago

Why Visit: Nestled in the glass-roofed courtyard atrium of Glasgow’s Centre for Contemporary Arts, Café Saramago offers shareable and inexpensive Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian food. With organic, in-house baked bread and a hip pre-pub crowd, it’s a perfect spot for tapas-style sharing or starters.

Café Gandolfi

Why Visit: For over 40 years, Café Gandolfi has been a flagship of Glasgow’s dining scene. Situated on Albion Street, it features chunky chairs, salvaged revolving doors, and Scottish dishes with a flourish, making it a popular choice for brunch, lunch, or an exceptional three-course evening meal.

Ardnamurchan

Why Visit: Located on Hope Street near the Theatre Royal, Ardnamurchan offers a stylish ambiance with retro cocktail-bar booths and sea-green tiling. Co-owner Julie Douglas’s family ties to the Ardnamurchan peninsula ensure the restaurant sources quality produce, creating an enticing pre-show dining option.”

Conclusion:

These restaurants in glasgow has a tapestry of flavors waiting to be unraveled. Venture beyond the familiar and discover the city’s hidden gems that promise to redefine your culinary experiences. From whimsical wonderlands to seaside serenity, each hidden gem adds a unique chapter to Glasgow’s gastronomic story.

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The best restaurant in Glasgow is Cail Bruich (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Lorna McNee serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Cail Bruich currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 3 AA Rosettes, a ranking of 16th in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of Exceptional in the Good Food Guide.

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Talk of the Town: The 10 Best Restaurants in Glasgow Right Now

20th December 2019 by Paul Trainer

Glasgow’s 100 Best Restaurants is a new book introducing the city’s top food places. The follow up to last year’s Glasgow and West Coast Cook Book , the 100 Best will lead readers to the right restaurants across the city in 2020.

Glasgowist has partnering with The Herald to introduce the new book as a celebration of the food and drink stories in the city. You can order a copy online and have it delivered to your door.

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The book is your restaurant roadmap for 2020. It includes a list of the top ten restaurants in the city, as voted by readers of Glasgowist, then a carefully considered collection of food inspiration – everywhere you should visit for breakfast, lunch, dinner and chips on the way home.

Today we reveal the countdown of the best restaurants in the city. For the full story, buy the book!

Glasgow’s Top Ten Restaurants

As voted by readers of Glasgowist

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10. ROGANO  

11 Exchange Pl, G1 3AN / 0141 248 4055

Experience the time-capsule effect of escaping the busy streets around Buchanan Street, to be enveloped by the Art Deco style that was set when Rogano opened in 1935. Back then, the Cunard liner Queen Mary was being built on the Clyde, and that became the defining design influence.

The restaurant retains an element of stardust from a bygone era. Rogano is not a classic curiosity, however, it’s very much alive in the here and now. Martin Conner is the Head Chef leading the kitchen, putting his own imprint on the menu with more venison and lamb dishes.

A sushi platter is a recent addition. Pass through the bar to the dining room with jazz notes floating in the background and linger for lunch. 

Best Dish: Half lobster Thermidor with Frites (£27)

9. JULIE’S KOPITIAM

1109 Pollokshaws Rd, G41 3YG / 0141 237 9560

From Masterchef contestant to street food pioneer to established Pollokshaws Road favourite. Julie Lin MacLeod’s star is very much in the ascendancy. Rarely a month goes by without an approving nod for her Shawlands Kopitiam from visiting food critics. One of the busiest food places in a particularly competitive part of the Glasgow culinary map.

Much of the appeal comes from colourful, simple dishes that get straight to the point. Often consisting of just four or five carefully selected ingredients, they crackle and pop with flavour as chilli flakes and crispy onions are sprinkled on top of sambals, soys and rich curry sauces.

Readers say: “cool place with stunning food”, “staff are really friendly, good value for money”, “a fun experience”. 

Best Dish: Mamak Fried Chicken (£7)

8. THE BUTCHERSHOP BAR & GRILL

1055 Sauchiehall St, G3 7UD / 0141 339 2999

Serve the best steak and let people have fun. That was the short mission statement when James and Louise Rusk decided to open a neighbourhood restaurant in 2010. Exposed brick walls, cosy round leather booths. Regulars tell us they are interested in one thing. Grass-fed Scotch beef, hung on the bone and dry-aged for up to 45 days. They come from far and wide, congregating for fillets, sirloins, rib eyes, tomahawks and all the rest of the prime cuts. Enjoy with hand-cut chips, bearnaise sauce and top with garlic prawns for the full experience. Onion rings and creamed spinach on the side. Outstanding local produce, prepared with skill and precision, enjoyed with a sense of occasion in a relaxed setting. 

Best Dish: Côte de Boeuf (£38)

7. TWO FAT LADIES AT THE BUTTERY

652 Argyle St / 0141 221 8188

Ryan James started off on Dumbarton Road and then took over The Buttery thirteen years ago. He also has a city centre restaurant on Blythswood Street. The Buttery itself dates from 1870 – but it took a patient refurbishment and some culinary flair for it to retake its place among the best restaurants in the city.

This is the type of place that is difficult to create, it has to evolve over time. A traditional dining room without being stuffy. The charming staff glide between tables and put guests at ease. There’s a buzz of easy conversation. Tourists who visit The Buttery like what they find. Tip: Always order the scallops starter. 

Best Dish: Grilled Whole Lemon Sole Meuniere (£23)

6. UBIQUITOUS CHIP  

12 Ashton Ln, G2 2ND / 0141 334 5007

Ubiquitous Chip has become a byword for Glasgow cooking, in more ways than one. The venue’s success is due to the efforts of the talented staff combined with the genial atmosphere generated by its faithful cadre of bohemian customers who come here to tell stories and eat stovies.

A business crowd rubs shoulders with the arty set upstairs on the twinkling mezzanine level or in the restaurant. Students are brought here by parents to mark progress in their studies with red wine and a selection of dishes involving seasonal Scottish produce.

Ubiquitous Chip is a dining destination with a strong sense of place and a big personality. Go to their Wee Whisky Bar after dinner.

Best Dish: Loin of Lamb, Ratatouille, Sherry jus (£28.95)

225A W George St, G2 2ND / 0141 572 0899

From the East End of Glasgow, Derek Marshall left school with no qualifications and joined a youth training programme. It was the start of a culinary journey of discovery that would take him to the Channel Islands, the French Alps and Spain. Gamba turned 21 this year. It has held a 2 AA Rosettes rating since the first oyster was shucked.

Our own routine when visiting for dinner is to start with a bowl of foup – what Gamba call their fish soup, a finely balanced blend of Portland crabmeat, stem ginger, coriander and prawn dumplings. Monkfish and scallops for main course, cooked with ginger, spring onions, fish sauce and lemon. Desserts are spectacular, so order the wild honey and ginger cheesecake with dark berries. Ask about their gin cocktails.

Readers say: “My absolute favourite for seafood”, “dinner is always a pleasure”. 

Best Dish: Isle of Gigha Halibut with Brown Shrimps (£24)

4. SIX BY NICO  

1132 Argyle St, G3 8TD / 0141 334 5661

Judging by the naming convention at chef Nico Simeone’s restaurants, he likes numbers. Six by Nico is a hit. Here’s how it works: a six-course tasting menu for £29, with a wine pairing option for £26 is created around an idea, place or memory.

Experimental preparations cue nostalgic emotions, deconstruct a particular cuisine or pepper a series of small plates with pop culture references. Enthusiastic staff introduce each dish. Pictures are taken for Instagram. This has become a Glasgow success story, with Six by Nico opening in Edinburgh, Belfast, Manchester and most recently Liverpool.

Readers say: “Our Finnieston favourite”, “special every time”, “can’t get enough of these tasting menus”. 

Best Dish: Six course Tasting Menu (£29)

3. CAIL BRUICH 

725 Gt Western Rd, G12 8QX / 0141 334 6265 

Cail Bruich is known for beautiful food and an innovative approach to fine dining. The family-run restaurant and bar currently holds a 3 AA Rosette status and was included in the latest Michelin Guide, although they are inexplicably reluctant to present brothers Paul and Chris Charalambous with a star.

When the Good Food Guide 2020 announced the best places to eat in the UK, Cail Bruich was included in the top 50 restaurants in the country. Last year the dining room was given a new look to mark the tenth anniversary of the Great Western Road stalwart.

Menus rotate in harmony with the seasons. Produce arrives daily from local suppliers including Loch Fyne Sea Farms, Highland Game Company and Isle of Skye Shellfish, combined with ingredients provided by the kitchen’s own garden and a team of foragers. Glasgowist readers compliment their confident cooking and attentive staff. 

Best Dish: Seasonal Tasting Menu (£65)

2. THE GANNET  

1155 Argyle St, G3 8TB / 0141 204 2081 

A highly-regarded leader of the Glasgow restaurant new wave, The Gannet has attracted international attention for fine dining in a modern, casual setting. Ivan Stein and Peter McKenna are working chefs and owners: preparing dishes, organising ingredients, devising menus. Ivan is from London, Peter is Irish. Both gravitated towards Glasgow.

They couldn’t see a restaurant they wanted to work in. So they created their own in a vacant tenement building that had been derelict for almost a decade. With the help of architects and a significant amount of hard work, a stylish bar and restaurant was fashioned from the space.

The relationships the chefs have with local producers, combined with significant flair in the kitchen, is the basis of their success. Some of our favourite Glasgow meals have been enjoyed at The Gannet. 

Best Dish: Seasonal Tasting Menu (£45)

1. OX AND FINCH  

920 Sauchiehall St, G3 7TF / 0141 339 8627 

Glasgowist readers have voted Ox and Finch as the best restaurant in the city right now. You come here for modern small plate dining. Assemble a selection of dishes, divide and conquer. The menu covers a lot of culinary ground. A myriad of influences and ingredients, some familiar, others surprising. The fact the kitchen can maintain impeccably high standards across such a selection is the greatest achievement of the restaurant team.

Some of our favourite dishes: venison, juniper and peppercorn carpaccio, hazelnuts and crowdie. Thai fish cakes, prik nam pla, lettuce wrappers and pickled salads. Slow-cooked lamb shoulder, bulgur wheat, apricots, almonds and mint yoghurt. It’s a lively neighbourhood restaurant that celebrates food with an inspiring approach to cooking. Visit often.

Readers say: “Delicious dishes. Always presented beautifully. Fab cocktails”, “the food is always fantastic and great value”, “amazing staff”, “the menu is a tribute to Scotland”. 

Best Dish: Cod Cheek, Morcilla, Chorizo and Tomato (£7.50) 

Best Restaurants In Glasgow City Centre

• February 26, 2023

Table of Contents

Introduction, exploring the best restaurants in glasgow city centre: a guide to the top 10, the best of glasgow city centre: a guide to the top 5 fine dining restaurants, a taste of scotland: the best traditional scottish restaurants in glasgow city centre, the best of glasgow city centre: a guide to the top 5 budget-friendly restaurants, a guide to the best vegetarian restaurants in glasgow city centre.

Glasgow City Centre is home to some of the best restaurants in Scotland. From traditional Scottish cuisine to modern international dishes, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a family meal, you’ll find plenty of options in the city centre. From fine dining to casual eateries, there are plenty of restaurants to choose from. In this guide, we’ll take a look at some of the best restaurants in Glasgow City Centre, so you can find the perfect spot for your next meal.

Glasgow City Centre is home to some of the best restaurants in Scotland. From traditional Scottish cuisine to international flavours, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a casual lunch with friends, this guide will help you find the perfect spot. Here are the top 10 restaurants in Glasgow City Centre.

1. The Gannet. This award-winning restaurant is renowned for its modern Scottish cuisine. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, making it a great spot for a romantic dinner.

2. The Ubiquitous Chip. This iconic restaurant has been serving up traditional Scottish fare since 1971. The menu features classic dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern creations. The atmosphere is lively and the staff are friendly.

3. The Finnieston. This trendy restaurant serves up modern Scottish cuisine with a twist. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are friendly.

4. The Buttery. This popular restaurant serves up traditional Scottish fare with a modern twist. The menu features classic dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern creations. The atmosphere is lively and the staff are friendly.

5. The Grill on the Corner. This stylish restaurant serves up modern British cuisine with a twist. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are friendly.

6. The Ubiquitous Bar. This trendy bar serves up modern Scottish cuisine with a twist. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is lively and the staff are friendly.

7. The Hanoi Bike Shop. This popular restaurant serves up traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a modern twist. The menu features classic dishes such as pho and banh mi, as well as more modern creations. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are friendly.

8. The Left Bank. This stylish restaurant serves up modern French cuisine with a twist. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are friendly.

9. The Ubiquitous Cafe. This popular cafe serves up traditional Scottish fare with a modern twist. The menu features classic dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern creations. The atmosphere is lively and the staff are friendly.

10. The Ubiquitous Kitchen. This trendy restaurant serves up modern Scottish cuisine with a twist. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are friendly.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a casual lunch with friends, these top 10 restaurants in Glasgow City Centre are sure to please. From traditional Scottish fare to international flavours, there is something for everyone. Bon appetit!

Glasgow City Centre is home to some of the finest dining experiences in Scotland. From traditional Scottish cuisine to modern European dishes, the city centre has something to offer for every taste. Here is a guide to the top 5 fine dining restaurants in Glasgow City Centre.

1. The Gannet. Located in the heart of the city centre, The Gannet is a Michelin-starred restaurant that serves up modern Scottish cuisine. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and dishes that are cooked to perfection. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the perfect pairing for your meal.

2. The Ubiquitous Chip. This restaurant has been a Glasgow institution since 1971 and is renowned for its Scottish-inspired dishes. The menu features classic dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern dishes such as venison and wild boar. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the perfect pairing for your meal.

3. The Buttery. This restaurant is located in the West End of Glasgow and serves up classic Scottish dishes with a modern twist. The menu features dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern dishes such as venison and wild boar. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the perfect pairing for your meal.

4. The Finnieston. This restaurant is located in the trendy Finnieston area of Glasgow and serves up modern European cuisine. The menu features dishes such as seared scallops, roasted duck breast and pan-seared sea bass. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the perfect pairing for your meal.

5. The Ubiquitous Chip. This restaurant is located in the West End of Glasgow and serves up classic Scottish dishes with a modern twist. The menu features dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern dishes such as venison and wild boar. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose the perfect pairing for your meal.

Whether you are looking for a traditional Scottish meal or a modern European dish, Glasgow City Centre has something to offer for every taste. With its wide range of fine dining restaurants, you are sure to find something to suit your palate.

Glasgow City Centre is home to some of the best traditional Scottish restaurants in the country. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal of haggis, neeps and tatties, or a light snack of fish and chips, there’s something for everyone. Here are some of the top traditional Scottish restaurants in Glasgow City Centre.

The Ubiquitous Chip is a Glasgow institution. Located in Ashton Lane, this restaurant has been serving up traditional Scottish fare since 1971. The menu features classic dishes such as Cullen Skink, haggis, and steak pie, as well as more modern takes on Scottish cuisine. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a selection of local ales.

The Gannet is a modern Scottish restaurant located in Finnieston. The menu features classic dishes such as Cullen Skink, haggis, and steak pie, as well as more modern takes on Scottish cuisine. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a selection of local ales.

The Buttery is a traditional Scottish restaurant located in the heart of Glasgow. The menu features classic dishes such as Cullen Skink, haggis, and steak pie, as well as more modern takes on Scottish cuisine. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a selection of local ales.

The Rogano is a Glasgow institution. Located in Exchange Square, this restaurant has been serving up traditional Scottish fare since 1935. The menu features classic dishes such as Cullen Skink, haggis, and steak pie, as well as more modern takes on Scottish cuisine. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a selection of local ales.

The Ubiquitous Chip, The Gannet, The Buttery, and The Rogano are just a few of the many traditional Scottish restaurants in Glasgow City Centre. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal of haggis, neeps and tatties, or a light snack of fish and chips, there’s something for everyone. So why not take a trip to Glasgow City Centre and sample some of the best traditional Scottish cuisine the city has to offer?

Glasgow City Centre is a vibrant and exciting place to explore, with plenty of budget-friendly restaurants to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely meal, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a guide to the top 5 budget-friendly restaurants in Glasgow City Centre.

1. The Ubiquitous Chip: This iconic Glasgow restaurant has been serving up delicious Scottish cuisine since 1971. The menu features traditional dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern dishes. Prices are very reasonable, with most main courses costing around £10.

2. The Gannet: This popular restaurant serves up modern British cuisine with a Scottish twist. The menu features dishes such as haggis bon bons, Cullen skink and venison steak. Prices are very reasonable, with most main courses costing around £15.

3. The Butterfly and the Pig: This quirky restaurant serves up a range of British and European dishes. The menu features dishes such as fish and chips, macaroni cheese and steak and ale pie. Prices are very reasonable, with most main courses costing around £10.

4. The Hanoi Bike Shop: This Vietnamese restaurant serves up a range of delicious dishes. The menu features dishes such as pho, banh mi and spring rolls. Prices are very reasonable, with most main courses costing around £7.

5. The Ubiquitous Chip: This iconic Glasgow restaurant has been serving up delicious Scottish cuisine since 1971. The menu features traditional dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, as well as more modern dishes. Prices are very reasonable, with most main courses costing around £10.

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely meal, Glasgow City Centre has plenty of budget-friendly restaurants to choose from. With this guide to the top 5 budget-friendly restaurants in Glasgow City Centre, you’re sure to find something to suit your taste and budget.

Glasgow City Centre is home to a wide variety of vegetarian restaurants, offering delicious and nutritious meals for all tastes. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, there’s something for everyone. Here is a guide to the best vegetarian restaurants in Glasgow City Centre.

The 78 is a popular vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of the city centre. The menu features a range of dishes, from classic favourites such as macaroni cheese and falafel wraps to more adventurous options such as vegan haggis and seitan burgers. The 78 also offers a range of vegan desserts, including vegan ice cream and cakes.

The Flying Duck is another great vegetarian restaurant in Glasgow City Centre. The menu features a range of dishes, from classic favourites such as veggie burgers and falafel wraps to more adventurous options such as vegan haggis and seitan burgers. The Flying Duck also offers a range of vegan desserts, including vegan ice cream and cakes.

The 13th Note is a popular vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of the city centre. The menu features a range of dishes, from classic favourites such as macaroni cheese and falafel wraps to more adventurous options such as vegan haggis and seitan burgers. The 13th Note also offers a range of vegan desserts, including vegan ice cream and cakes.

The Ubiquitous Chip is a renowned vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of the city centre. The menu features a range of dishes, from classic favourites such as macaroni cheese and falafel wraps to more adventurous options such as vegan haggis and seitan burgers. The Ubiquitous Chip also offers a range of vegan desserts, including vegan ice cream and cakes.

The Mono is a popular vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of the city centre. The menu features a range of dishes, from classic favourites such as macaroni cheese and falafel wraps to more adventurous options such as vegan haggis and seitan burgers. The Mono also offers a range of vegan desserts, including vegan ice cream and cakes.

These are just a few of the best vegetarian restaurants in Glasgow City Centre. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, there’s something for everyone. So why not explore the city centre and discover the delicious vegetarian options available?

1. What are the best restaurants in Glasgow City Centre?

The best restaurants in Glasgow City Centre include The Gannet, Ox and Finch, The Ubiquitous Chip, The Finnieston, and The Hanoi Bike Shop.

2. What type of cuisine can I find in Glasgow City Centre?

Glasgow City Centre offers a wide variety of cuisines, including Scottish, Italian, French, Indian, Chinese, and Mexican.

3. Are there any vegetarian restaurants in Glasgow City Centre?

Yes, there are several vegetarian restaurants in Glasgow City Centre, including Mono, Stereo, and The 78.

4. Are there any Michelin-starred restaurants in Glasgow City Centre?

Yes, there are two Michelin-starred restaurants in Glasgow City Centre: The Gannet and The Ubiquitous Chip.

5. Are there any budget-friendly restaurants in Glasgow City Centre?

Yes, there are several budget-friendly restaurants in Glasgow City Centre, including The Hanoi Bike Shop, The Finnieston, and The 78.

The Best Restaurants in Glasgow City Centre offer a wide variety of cuisines and dining experiences. From traditional Scottish fare to international cuisine, there is something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a romantic dinner for two or a casual lunch with friends, you can find the perfect spot in Glasgow City Centre. With its vibrant atmosphere and friendly locals, Glasgow City Centre is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal.

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Celentano’s.

Dean and Anna Parker love Italy. Dean cooked in Campania prior to opening London’s lauded Sorella, and their honeymoon consisted of a foodie road trip from Italy’s meaty, buttery northern provinces, via 2kg Fiorentina steaks in Montepulciano, to the country’s sun-ripened, abundant south. The couple find Italian food’s local, seasonable, sustainable nature and its emphasis on communal dining inspirational. Sharing is encouraged across Celentano’s potentially five-course menu (antipasti, primi, secondi, etc). “We wanted to celebrate Italian family feasts,” says Dean. Do not miss the agnolotti pasta filled with vegetables and ricotta, nor Dean’s next-level cold-brew affogato with malted barley gelato, dark chocolate mousse and chocolate rye crumb.

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Specialising in fresh pasta, made by hand daily, Sugo is a little sister to Glasgow stalwart Paesano Pizza and serves regional Italian dishes inspired by kitchens from Lazio to Lombardy, Puglia to Piedmont. Take your pick from a choice of nine different plates (think comforting slow-cooked beef ragu clinging to silky pappardelle or sweet San Marzano tomato sauce atop rigatoni). There are always a couple of seasonal specials – bucatini with cacio e pepe, perhaps, or rigatoni with Tuscan fennel sausage and porcini. A succinct wine list offers exclusively Italian bottles, too.

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Inspired by Tokyo’s izakaya bars, Mikaku brings neon late-night vibes to Glasgow’s Queen Street. Food-wise, portions are designed to share, so start off with miso broth – which can be ordered extra spicy – pepped up with pork, beansprouts and spring onion, before tucking into panko-coated lotus root skewers and lemon pepper chicken wings. If you like things hot, order your wings drizzled with ‘red demon’ hot sauce and black sesame seeds. As well as a selection of sakes (choose a sake flight if you fancy a few tipples), there are signature cocktails made using the Japanese rice wine. Try the Peach Sunrise, where sake mixes with grapefruit, peach liquor and lychee, or the Ginger Zen, a fiery mix of Roku gin, Ozeki sake, fresh ginger and a kick of Sriracha sauce.

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This brilliantly named restaurant is also on The Finnieston Strip. Great staff, well-prepared and prettily presented seasonal Scottish ingredients (beef, sea trout, mutton…) put it a cut above many others. This is a place for a smart meal out in an unpretentious setting: think pared-down wooden-floor, wooden-chairs and brick walls.

The attention and care given to the veggie menu, in particular, is impressive. Vegetarians get their own six-course taster menu (think smoked, pickled and salted heritage carrot with horseradish creme fraîche, and cultivated and wild herbs).

For carnivores, a carefully sourced selection of Scottish fish and meat is on the cards. The owners set off on an exploratory tour of the Hebrides, to source produce, before the restaurant opened in 2013 and a wild Scottish edge still pervades the food. It’s also good value.

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The Ubiquitous Chip

Tucked away behind its own pub in a cobbled alley just off Byres Road, The Chip is a Glasgow institution. It’s been feeding Glasgow since the Seventies (back then it was a pioneer of Scottish regionalism, a world away from the ‘ubiquitous chips and sausage' of the time) and it’s still doing pretty much the same thing in the prettiest room in town.

Under a canopy of indoor-grown greenery, the restaurant’s main room is a covered courtyard with an original cobbled floor and bare brick walls, and offers a fun tropical vibe.

It’s charming and the food is good, having stuck to its guns of serving smart Scottish dishes like crab and fennel salad, venison haggis, and guinea fowl, though it does now offer the odd chip in the brasserie. A meal here is a rite of passage for all Glasgow dwellers, and a happy occasion for any visitor.

While you’re in the area make sure you stop off at George Mewes on Byres Road ( georgemewescheese.co.uk ) ; along with I.J. Mellis on Great Western Road ( mellischeese.net ) it’s one of the city’s best cheese shops.

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Partick Duck Club

Newish kid on the corner, Partick Duck Club offers plates of casual food made with love and skill. Ping pong ball-sized crab doughnuts are a light choux mix of white crabmeat and squishy dough, fried to just-golden. A roast duck and pistachio terrine is a meaty, homely starter of what tastes like confit duck served with toasted brioche and a lovely summer pea salad.

Mains include fried chicken with perfect homemade sriracha on a signature bun from local Freedom Bakery, which offers a comforting sweet, salty bite. The shredded sesame duck version with honey, soy and ginger, and crunchy slaw, is PDC’s big hit. A sublime summer pud sings with a pairing of white choc shavings, just-right rhubarb – still in shape but totally tender - honeycomb and a magical sprinkling of home-dried berry powder.

It’s casual, and open all day. On Friday lunch, other diners share an end-of-the-week bottle with nibbles, and the cocktail menu entices… someone else is having only soup.

If you lived near enough, you’d be in for lunch every other day, and always for a hangover brunch of shakshuka baked eggs, or just a proper Scots roll-and-sausage on Sundays. It’s chilled, friendly, and appealing, like the owners Greig Hutcheson and Ross McDonald (formerly of Delizique).

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Porter & Rye

There are a lot of great places to eat steak and drink cocktails in Glasgow these days, so why choose Porter & Rye in Finnieston? Well, the steaks are excellent, including less obvious cuts like bavette and onglet.

The beef is sourced from one local farm: Gaindykehead of Airdrie, with breeds including Belted Galloway, Aberdeen Angus, Charolais and Limousin. It’s also given a final dry-age treatment in-house at Porter & Rye. Other fresh produce is delivered daily by Glasgow company Seasonal Produce or foraged locally by the chefs. They’re always striving to do better since they opened in 2014, and now cure their own meats and sausages.

In addition to the careful sourcing, the place has a great atmosphere and the cocktails are well made (try a Forager’s Martini or a Hendricks Orbium Gimlet Gin with lime, cucumber and ginger). There’s a lovely selection of starters, too, like Drumbeg beetroot risotto with goat’s cheese mousse, or pheasant rillette with charred pear relish.

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There's stiff competition for who makes the best pizzas in Glasgow but Paesano is definitely up there among the contenders. Its pizza bases are made using a yeast and sourdough hybrid proofed for over 48 hours before being cooked at 500C in artisan-built, wood-fired ovens shipped over from Naples; the result is a moist, light, soft crust.

There are just eight toppings to choose from (none of which break the £10 mark). Our pick is the Tuscan fennel sausage with tomato sugo, mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil.

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Ox & Finch

Another small-plate restaurant in Finnieston that’s more popular than ever, Ox and Finch is casual with timber and tiles décor, large windows, and a mix-and-match menu that’s cooked and prepared with care and imagination.

Local venison carpaccio is perfectly seared to bring out its juniper and pepper crust and served with a delightfully creamy Scottish crowdie with hazelnuts, while confit duck leg comes with an original flavour pairing of yellow curry, Thai basil and crispy rice. Gin and beetroot-cured sea trout is soft and delicate, seasoned with sesame and the gentle burn of wasabi nuts.

There are plenty of vegan choices, including orzo with courgette, pea, lemon and mint, and bulgur wheat with chermoula, apricots, almonds and harissa olives. Book ahead; this place gets busy.

oxandfinch.com

111 By Nico

There’s a lot to love about this little restaurant up in Kelvinside, away from the trendy hubbub of Argyll Street. A simple brasserie-style interior with a wooden floor, bare-topped tables and lots of windows gives it a laidback feel, but the food is elegant and affordable. It’s the sort of place to have a poshish meal with your loved one without breaking the bank.

Dishes are a happy mix of modern British and Italian – maybe smoked ham hock with honey, ginger, pear and mooli radish, followed by potato risotto with smoked mozzarella, salsify and herb pesto.

Menus change frequently – always a good sign – and the chef-patron Nico Simeone has a warm heart. In the manner of Jamie’s Fifteen, he aims to give disadvantaged young people a chance to earn their stripes in the kitchen.

111bynico.co.uk

Cail Bruich

Cail Bruich means ‘eat well’ in Gaelic, and customers have been doing that here in Glasgow’s West End for 10 years now. Brothers Chris (chef-patron) and Paul (front of house) Charalambous offer Mastercheffy dishes of mostly Scottish produce.

With a market menu, more expensive seasonal menu and a tasting menu there’s plenty of choice. Mains might be hay-smoked pork with lettuce, apricot, girolle, and white turnip, or sea trout with summer vegetables and crab hollandaise. The menu descriptions bely the fanciness that comes out on the plates. But if this is your sort of thing, it’s well done and you’ll be excellently looked after in this cosy restaurant.

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There’s not much left to say about this Glasgow institution (also on that Argyll St strip), buzzing since 2009. If you love fish and shellfish, go. With Scotland’s shores offering some of the best seafood in the world, this is where to enjoy it.

They say, ‘We continue to offer the best fish and shellfish available in Scotland, every day.’ And that’s about it. A straightforward core menu of the best just-caught seafood includes everything you’d expect: scallops, mussels, langoustine, deep-fried whitebait, salt and pepper squid, shellfish chowder, Crabshakk bisque, lobster and crab, of course.

There is a single steak dish for the awkward person in your party who doesn’t like fish, plus one veggie dish. Accompaniments are really just garlic or lemon mayo, chips, green salad, or bread and butter, as they should be. There’s also a daily changing specials menu.

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Best cafés and bakeries in Glasgow

Tantrum doughnuts.

The brainchild of Iain Baillie (a former pastry chef at The Fat Duck) and his wife, Annika, Tantrum opened the doors to its permanent site in December 2015 and is a short walk from Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Fried in rapeseed oil in small batches, the doughnuts are always super-fresh and either filled or topped with homemade custards, fondants and jams; choose from flavours like pistachio custard, chocolate and hazelnut, vanilla crème brûlée or classic raspberry. Grab one to take-away, or settle in with a milkshake or coffee.

tantrumdoughnuts.com

Head to Cottonrake coffee bar and bakery on Great Western Road for freshly-baked cakes, muffins and pastries made daily on-site, or something more substantial like a smoked salmon and celeriac remoulade brioche bun, Stornaway black pudding and pork shoulder sausage roll, or cauliflower and comté quiche.

One of the first of a new wave of artisan bakeries to set up shop in a city not afraid to indulge its sweet tooth, this is one of the most inventive. Grab some coffee while you’re there, sourced from Dear Green Coffee, a speciality roaster based in the city dedicated to getting their hands on the very best beans they can (be warned, its Goosedubbs blend is addictively smooth).

cottonrake.com

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Eusebi deli.

What started as an Italian grocer shop in Glasgow’s East End back in 1975 has grown and expanded with a restaurant/deli in the city’s West End showcasing regional, seasonal dishes, such as burrata, pea gazpacho and vignarola salad.

Eusebi goes to great lengths to source its ingredients – tomatoes and herbs from Calabria, flour from Rome, cured meats from Umbria. The pasta is made from scratch daily in the restaurant’s ‘pasta laboratory’ using different flours, including chickpea, chestnut and grano arso (burnt grain).

“We wanted to take the customer out of their comfort zone,” says Giovanna Eusebi. “Italy is more than carbonara and spag bol. Our food is inspired by our Italian grandparents who farmed from land to table.

Our concept was to slow things down and return to our heritage. Food made in factories and sold under the guise of ‘artisan’ just won’t wash anymore. People don’t want watered-down versions of authentic, they want the real deal.” Click here to try Eusebi Deli's salad recipe at home

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Award-winning Glasgow café/bar and music venue Mono celebrated its 15th birthday at the end of 2017, and the team was humbled by the attention the anniversary attracted, according to general manager Ian Crawford, who’s also head honcho of the El Rancho record label.

With a menu including tofu ‘fish’ and chips, jerk-spiced jackfruit burritos and vegan mac ’n’ cheese, all food at Mono is free from animal produce, right down to the raw chocolate and avocado cheesecake.

“From day one, our ethos was, and still is, to promote an alternative choice to a meat and dairy diet without shouting about it or being exclusive,” says Ian. Click here to read about more plant-based restaurants in the UK

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The 7 Must-Visit New Restaurants of Spring 2024

By Kate Kassin

Diners in Atlanta can soon make plans to feast on enormous beef ribs served with nuoc cham, while in New York, sesame milk bread slathered with pimento cheese will be in the spotlight at a promising chef’s first solo restaurant. This spring, a slate of exciting new restaurants is setting up shop across the country: Top Chef contestant Kwame Onwuachi is opening his long-awaited Afro-Caribbean restaurant near The Wharf in DC; in Los Angeles, the duo behind two popular Echo Park restaurants is debuting a French-Japanese bistro. Plus, a Chicago chef’s tribute to Taiwanese noodle shops, a Mexico City–inspired restaurant in Denver, and lots more. These are Bon Appétit’s seven most anticipated restaurant openings of the season.

This list is organized alphabetically by city. The opening dates below are subject to change, so check restaurant websites and Instagram accounts for the latest updates.

Atlanta Opening: April

Whether it’s the magenta-colored smoker or the neon orange bubble-lettered sign that catches your eye, you can’t miss Gene’s in Atlanta’s East Lake neighborhood. After four years of popping up at bars and restaurants around the city, Avery Cottrell’s Viet-Cajun food has finally settled into a permanent space. At the restaurant, named for Cottrell’s 35-pound orange-and-white cat , the team is channeling a playful vibe with riffs on barbecue inspired by Cottrell’s time cooking in New Orleans. Diners can expect hits from the pop-up days like smoked gulf fish dip with buttered saltines, plus Cottrell’s takes on classic barbecue sides like a potato salad with green goddess dressing and gochugaru or beef tallow refried beans.

For dessert, there will be seasonal Georgia fruit hand pies and Biscoff banana pudding. Miles Macquarrie of Kimball House has designed a drink menu you’d expect at a beachy dive bar, with frozen drinks, Jell-O shots, and a Bushwacker—a cocktail that sits somewhere between a piña colada and a chocolate milkshake. The restaurant will also have a weekend late-night menu (think boudin egg rolls and hot wings) and barbecue brunch on Sundays.

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Chicago Opening: April

The headliner at Minyoli is chef Rich Wang’s Taiwanese beef noodle soup. Wang grew up in Taipei and moved to Chicago as a teenager. These bowls of warming aromatic broth, complete with springy hand-cut noodles and fall-apart-tender cuts of beef shank, are his way of paying homage to the noodle shops of juàn cun—the disappearing villages where military dependents settled after departing China in the 1950s. After working in celebrated Chicago kitchens like Fat Rice and the Michelin-starred Boka , Wang headed to the northwestern Chinese city of Lanzhou to study hand-pulled noodle-making and then spent three years cooking in Macau before returning to Chicago to open Minyoli.

His new restaurant celebrates the food of those Taiwanese noodle shops with an inviting menu featuring lu wei (snacks like soft-boiled eggs, firm tofu, daikon, and kombu braised in flavorful stock), seasonal desserts, and drinks that spotlight Taiwanese liquors. Around the dining room, walls and trim are painted a shade of seafoam green, a design decision which Wang took to Instagram to explain: “This iconic color that brought liveliness to otherwise drab urban slums [has] become inseparable from our nostalgic memories of juàn cun.”

Denver Opening: May

Whether it’s the freshly made stacks of tortillas or the corn husks used to impart sweet smokiness during cooking, nearly everything on the menu at Xiquita celebrates corn. This Mexico City–inspired spot opening soon in Denver is the second restaurant from Erasmo Casiano, who opened Latin American favorite Lucina Eatery & Bar in 2022. Rene Gonzalez Mendez will join Casiano in the kitchen. In addition to corn, Xiquita’s menu will show off ingredients native to Mexico, such as hoja santa and epazote.

A duck leg served with a supple tamal will feature a dark, velvety mole inspired by the great Mexico City restaurant Pujol. To make the mole, the kitchen team will seed, toast, crush, and fry a variety of chiles, nuts, and seeds before leaving the mole to age in a process that will take a total of four days. The traditional Yucatan dish of tikin xic—kanpachi grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf—will come with a side of fresh corn tortillas for wrapping at the table. The drink program will revolve around agave spirits that extend beyond the realm of tequila and mezcal to introduce diners to spirits less known in the US, like raicilla and sotol.

Los Angeles Opening: May

Courtney Kaplan and Charles Namba, the duo behind the beloved Los Angeles restaurants Tsubaki and Ototo, have plans for a new restaurant. They’re known for their modern izakaya-style restaurants that celebrate seasonal LA produce and introduce diners to the world of craft sake and shochu. Now the pair is stepping away from their usual Echo Park digs to open Camelia, a French-Japanese bistro in the Arts District. Their new restaurant will take over the original Nabisco factory space built in 1925 and previously home to the long-running French restaurant Church & State. Kaplan and Namba have partnered with restaurant group Sprout LA, which manages fan-favorite LA restaurants like Republique and Yangban (one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants of 2022 ).

With starters like asparagus with yuzu-miso béarnaise, Camelia’s menu will blend influences from the duo’s travels to Japan and Namba’s fine dining background. The team’s unique approach is also on display in main dishes like aromatic bouillabaisse with ginger, yuzu, and chorizo oil and a rich beef fillet with wasabi jus and bone marrow. Kaplan is bringing her expertise in drinks ( she won a James Beard Award in 2023 in recognition of her talent) to a menu that includes both sake and wine.

New York Opening: April

Suzanne Cupps has quite the impressive résumé: The chef worked her way from intern to sous-chef at Gramercy Tavern and headed up the kitchens at Untitled at The Whitney and 232 Bleecker, the sit-down restaurant from the team behind fast-casual Dig . Lola’s is Cupps’ first solo project, and the food will focus on her Filipino American heritage and South Carolina upbringing. The menu at her forthcoming NoMad restaurant is anchored by small plates like sesame milk bread with pimento cheese, beef-and-barley tartare, and fried tilefish lettuce wraps. Larger plates lean into her Southern upbringing: crisp chicken thighs with pantry pickles and fermented hot honey, and heritage country rib skewers with baked beans and Carolina BBQ sauce. Dessert will include Filipino-style leche flan with citrus marmalade, apple hand pies with coconut caramel, and chocolate and black sesame pudding cake.

Seattle Opening: May

The many fans of Jhonny Reyes’s Afro-Latin pop-up will no longer have to run around Seattle to get a taste of his frita cubana or short rib sancocho. Chef Reyes rose to prominence when he helped open the celebrated soul food spot JuneBaby in 2017, and again when he won Food Network’s Chopped in 2022. After growing his pop-up throughout the pandemic, Reyes is opening his first solo restaurant a few blocks from Pike Place Market. He chose the name Lenox as a nod to the avenue of the same name in Spanish Harlem, where he grew up and which inspires his cooking. There will be ropa vieja made with smoked brisket, a sofrito-brined fried chicken sandwich, and hush puppies with citrus-habanero honey.

Washington, DC Opening: Late Spring

Less than two years after Kwame Onwuachi opened his Afro-Caribbean-inspired New York restaurant Tatiana to glowing reviews, the chef is returning to DC to open Dogon. Onwuachi is best known in DC for his work as executive chef at Kith and Kin, which he operated for three years before resigning and moving to New York. The Top Chef contestant and James Beard Award winner is opening his latest restaurant in the Salamander Hotel . Here, much like at Tatiana, he’s focused on his signature style of cooking, drawing culinary influences from the rich culinary cultures of Nigeria, Jamaica, and Louisiana, among others. Many of the hits at Tatiana, like plays on braised oxtail and Jamaican patties, will appear on the Dogon menu, in addition to new dishes inspired by DC culture and history.

The restaurant is inspired by Benjamin Banneker, a descendant of the Dogon tribe in Mali and a Black cartographer and writer who helped survey the city in the late 18th century. Onwuachi incorporated storytelling into the design of Tatiana and will do the same at Dogon: Because Banneker and the Dogon people used stars as their guide, the decor at Dogon will focus on astronomy, with guiding stars painted on the restaurant’s ceiling.

Kate Kassin manages editorial operations at Bon Appétit. She lives for a great snack, follows restaurant openings religiously, and can tell you where to eat in any city.

Correction, 3/29/24: Onwuachi competed on Top Chef, but he did not win.

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'A miracle happened': How a visit from TikToker Keith Lee changed 7 Phoenix restaurants

It's been over a month since Keith Lee, a former MMA fighter and current social media food critic with 17 million followers across   TikTok  and  Instagram ,  announced his plan to visit to Arizona on Feb. 21 .

Lee's videos, which feature him eating takeout food in his car and rating it in real time, have garnered over 700 million likes on TikTok. Dubbed "The Keith Lee" effect by Bon Appetit, the surge of customers that flood into small restaurants following a visit can completely change the trajectory of the business, for better or worse.

While in Arizona, Lee visited a total of seven restaurants across Phoenix and Mesa. We checked in with the businesses to see what kind of impact his visit made on their businesses.

'A miracle had happened, and we just wanted to prepare for it'

When Juanderful Tacos owner Juan Robles heard about the video, he was sitting in church with his wife on a Friday night.

"She got a notification on her phone from TikTok and when I looked over at her, her face was pale. She looked over at me and just showed me the phone, and it said, 'Keith Lee tagged you in a post'," Robles said. "I was sitting there in church, and I just started crying."

Robles called Lee's TikTok video a "miracle." He knew it was the beginning of a major turning point in Juanderful Tacos' story, but what exactly that change would look like was still uncertain.

After church he and his wife drove by the restaurant. It was an hour before closing time, and only about 30 minutes after the TikTok was posted, but Robles said the restaurant was absolutely packed.

The couple stayed at the restaurant until 2 a.m. prepping salsas and aguas frescas for the next day. And by 7 a.m. Saturday morning, Robles' wife was back at the restaurant preparing even more, while he went shopping for ingredients and supplies.

"We honestly only had like, maybe less than $1,000 in the business checking account, just because that's kind of the money that we were managing on a week-to-week. I ended up spending over $1,500 just getting ready for the day. I over drafted the bank account, because I was like, I want to be ready. I don't want to run out of things. And if we do run out of things, I just want to get to the end of the day," Robles said.

Robles shared the sentiment in an Instagram video, which Lee reposted to his story that morning. And Robles' big risk paid off: the line was out the door the entire day, and all of the inventory was sold by closing time.

"For a moment, there was a little bit of doubt. Like oh man, what if I'm making a mistake? But you know, we're very faith oriented and we trusted in God that a miracle had happened, and we just wanted to prepare for it," Robles said.

A few weeks after the video was posted, business has continued to boom at Juanderful Tacos. And there is no sign of it stopping anytime soon.

"Right now, our slowest day was our best day a year ago," Robles said.

Focusing on quality to keep customer retention was very important to Robles from the beginning.

"The day after the post was made, I gathered my team and I told them, 'Look, a lot of the people that are coming, they're coming because of the post. So don't get caught up seeing all the order tickets stacked on top of each other.' Because at the end of the day, if we don't give the customer the quality that they're coming in for, you know, the quality that Keith said in his video, they're not going to come back," Robles said.

He said he's already getting used to seeing new regulars from the last couple of weeks, including some who are on "stamp card streaks."

Some of the other restaurants that Lee visited are experiencing similar surges. Instagram posts by Republica Empanada stated that the restaurant ran out of food multiple times in the days following Lee's visit due to the incredibly high volume of customers. Myungrang Hotdog also posted on Instagram that they "have been extremely busy" following Lee's visit to the restaurant.

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Curiosity, rather than a great review, helped Hana's and Ace of Wingz

For Hana's, a small food truck in the Scottsdale area, Lee's review was slightly vaguer. He abstained from rating some of the items he bought because he doesn't like sweets, though his wife and sister enjoyed the snoballs.

But regardless of what Lee himself said or how he ranked the treats, Hana’s owner Alan Bell has banked on an uptick in curiosity following the viral TikTok video.

“It had a lot of people coming by to see for themselves," Bell said. "You know, ‘Just because Keith doesn’t like sweets, I want to see it for myself,’ and I appreciate that.”

Bell started selling snoballs and other snacks in Arizona just last year, so to see a dedicated fan base already forming, with help from Lee’s video, means the world to him and his business.

“There was one or two days where there was really a big line. It got so busy I couldn’t even take a picture or a video of it,” Bell said.

As a couple of weeks have passed, Bell said business has calmed down a bit, but he’s still seeing consistently higher foot traffic and interaction on social media thanks to the lingering Keith Lee effect.

At Ace of Wingz, business has been busy as ever despite a low rating from Lee , as the restaurant has shown in several Instagram posts.

"All the news critics at my restaurant today, lots of successful restaurant owners and people who loved my food that's just hearing about me for the first time today. Most importantly the love and support from the decent people in Arizona and those are the only ones whose opinions matter.... Over 3 million people know who I am and all publicity is good publicity apparently," wrote Ace of Wingz in an Instagram caption on Feb. 29.

Hope's Frybread and Jewel's Bakery are happy to share their food with a national audience

Unlike many other restaurant owners in Phoenix, Hope Peshlakai of Hope's Frybread did not reach out to Lee when she heard he was bringing his family to Arizona.

“I thought, cool things like that don’t really happen, so why bother?" she said. "But we did get tagged a lot by people. I thought, maybe he’s going to see this, maybe not. We really don’t even know what’s going to happen until you see the review.”

When Lee released his video about Hope’s Frybread, it was late at night on a Saturday, leaving the restaurant in an unusual situation. While some restaurants see a boom in business immediately upon opening the next morning, Hope’s Frybread is closed on Sundays, so Peshlakai had no idea what to expect on Monday.

She said that while Monday was a good business day, it wasn’t “bonkers” until the following Friday and Saturday.

“I feel like it’s largely thanks to our local media, kind of shining light on what he did. He was the initial push, but then different influencers will come by, or different publications or TV stations. It's kind of like a domino effect,” Peshlakai said.

But even more than the influx of customers, Peshlakai said the most exciting thing to her, “hands down” was being able to showcase and represent Native American cuisine in front of a national audience, including Lee’s 16 million TikTok followers.

“There were some Natives in the comments that were saying this is awesome, the fact that he tried a Navajo burger and fry bread. I'm actually five and a half hours from my hometown, but had I been on the reservation, you know, not many folks like him come there. But I'm so grateful that I'm able to be in this urban setting and he stumbled upon us, and he was able to try Navajo food,” Peshlakai said.

Lee also visited Jewel's Bakery and Cafe , a dedicated gluten-free brunch restaurant, after sharing that his sister is gluten-free. He rated most of the items around 7 out of 10 stars, which as one commenter wrote, is equal to even more for a gluten-free restaurant.

"It's rewarding to see the hard work my team and I have put in is being recognized on a national level! We hope this brings light to others that you can be conscious of the food you serve in this industry and still bring unique and tasty meals to an underserved community," owner Julie Moreno wrote in a text message to The Republic.

And like the other restaurants Lee visited in Phoenix, Moreno said, "the Keith Lee effect is real." And it's in full force at Jewel's.

Jewel's Bakery and Cafe was already an extremely popular brunch spot in the Arcadia neighborhood, but Moreno said her team is now working even harder than before to keep up with the new wave of customers after the video was posted. She said she's hoping to franchise and open additional Valley locations soon to better serve the gluten-free community all over the state.

All the Arizona restaurants Keith Lee visited

While some of the initial hype from Lee's TikTok videos has died down, the restaurants he visited are still seeing larger daily crowds. Juanderful Tacos has hired additional staff to help meet the demand, while the owner of Jewel's Bakery looks to franchising.

In his video for Hana's food truck, Lee said, "My tastebuds are not the end all be all. If you want to go try something, regardless of what I say, please go try it."

Details : Ace of Wingz, 8052 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix.  aceofwingz.com .

Details : Hana's Food Truck. Check social media for location. @hanas__az  on Instagram.  facebook.com/hanaspdx .

Details : Hope's Frybread,144 S. Mesa Dr., Suite E, Mesa. 480-465-2666,  hopesfrybread.com .

Details : Jewel's Bakery and Cafe, 4041 E. Thomas Road, Suite 101, Phoenix. 602-714-5243,  jewelsbakeryandcafe.com .

Details : Juanderful Tacos, 3650 W. Camelback Road, Suite 1, Phoenix.  juanderfultacos.com .

Details : Myungrang Hotdog, 1832 W. Broadway Road, Suite 103, Mesa. 998-877-6655,  myungrangamerica.com .

Details : Republica Empanada, 204 E. First Ave., Mesa. 480-969-1343,  republicaempanada.com .

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Google revamps Maps to feature top restaurant, travel tips from NYT, Lonely Planet, Infatuation … and AI

Google is working on making its Maps service about more than just telling users where to turn left–eventually planning to serve up everything from related content to future vacation ideas, too.

The search giant said this week that it’s teamed with media outlets like the New York Times, Lonely Planet, and The Infatuation to add created lists of restaurants and attractions for certain travel destinations, beginning with 40 cities in the US and Canada. The company offered more details about how it’s bringing generative AI to Maps for the first time, a program announced in February that’s currently in pilot stages with select power users.

The updates, which Tech Brew previewed at a travel-themed Google event in Manhattan this week, come as Google has been  using AI —not just generative AI—to change aspects of Maps, from info on EV charging stations to better recommendations.

Trendy trip tip

In addition to lists created by publisher partners, Google Maps will also generate lists of “trending” restaurants that are especially popular at a given time and “hidden gems,” or “up-and-coming” places that have been “steadily gaining a lot of interest,” Andrew Duchi, director of product at Google Maps, said onstage at the event.

When asked by another journalist at the event if Google planned to include recommendation lists from other sources like travel bloggers, Duchi said “we are going to be working with the little guys…we’re gonna take a sort of cautious approach to starting to surfacing those at first, but we will be trying to find some of these great lists from the Maps community.”

“We have some specific partnerships that I can’t get into with some of the large publishers,” Duchi told Tech Brew at the event. “We are not paying creators to create this content. One thing we are doing though is trying to engage with them about…like ‘How do we make this useful for you? How is this a tool that you can use?’”

AI everywhere

Google plans a wider rollout of its Maps generative AI features in the future as the tech giant continues to  weave the technology  throughout all of its offerings. Duchi said the integration will make Maps more conversational, so users can ask it, for instance, what to do on a rainy day in Chicago and refine results through dialogue like asking for kid-friendly options.

That feature is exclusively in the hands of top Local Guide volunteers for now, and there’s no “specific timeline” for when it will be available for all Maps users, Duchi said.

This article was initially published in Tech Brew , a branch of Morning Brew .

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