Restaurants in Glasgow

Restaurants in Glasgow are part of what makes the city tick. You’ll find everything from hearty Scottish classics like stovies or Cullen skink to bold new takes on international dishes. Head to the West End for chilled eateries where you can sip wine over a mezze plate, or swing by the city centre if you’re after a posher meal. And if you time it right, spots like Ubiquitous Chip or Ox and Finch offer seasonal ingredients that truly sing, especially in autumn when the menus lean into root vegetables and game.

Don't be shy to wander off the beaten track either. The Merchant City has some brilliant little cocktails bars with surprising kitchens, and if you’re around Finnieston, theres an absolute uproar over its seafood places , a personal favourite of mine is Crabshakk, not far from the riverside. Just a heads up, weekends here get busy, so booking ahead is usually necessary. Oh, and if you want a quick, proper good bite on the go, the food markets like the one at the Barras can sort you out with everything from gourmet pies to the best haggis supper you've ever had.