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1. The Howgait Glasgow

3.8

Excellent(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Glasgow

Welcome to The Howgait in Glasgow.We are a popular lounge and bar situated right at the edge of the university district and the Merchant City Glasgow. Our traditional bar is a go to choice for local residents and students alike.With big screen TVs showing a variety of different sports, the bar is perfect for enjoying a quick bite to eat or just to join in the chat and catching all the action!In the evenings, why not share a bottle of wine or cocktail pitcher and enjoy regular live weekend entertainment.

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2. The Ivy Buchanan Street Glasgow

4.5

Awesome(11455)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Glasgow

Booked 137 times today

The all-day British brasserie has an all-encompassing menu serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics from dawn until dusk, seven days a week. The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.

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3. Thundercat Pub & Diner

4.7

Exceptional(2951)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Glasgow

Booked 48 times today

Glasgow City centre pub and diner specialising in deep dish pizza pies and American staples. Thundercat’s head chef Yvonne Noon is passionate about the food served in America’s diners, pubs and dive bars. Having travelled the length and breadth of the USA, Yvonne and the team behind Buck’s Bar now bring those authentic flavours and recipes to Glasgow. Open for Brunch, lunch and dinner til late.Thundercat also sells local draught beers, cocktails and shakes. Drinks promos every day.

4. Ralph and Finns

4.5

Awesome(1803)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Glasgow

Booked 28 times today

We only take bookings for dining tables but have plenty of room to pop by for some drinks. All tables for drinks are on a first come, first serve basis. The family behind Glasgow’s much-loved restaurant, Urban Bar & Brasserie have rebranded the iconic hotspot; bringing a brand new restaurant and bar to Glasgow’s city centre... Ralph & Finns. Ralph & Finns, an elegant and contemporary bar-restaurant serving classic dishes and fine cocktails with a twist. Using the best of Scotland’s local produce, head chef Kevin O'Neill combines excellent ingredients with international flavour, curating a menu of vibrant and bold dishes.The statement late-night venue offers cocktails with character around a striking 22-seater marble bar. Guests are welcomed to enjoy their favourite dram in the Whisky Room, relax over lunch or dinner in The Garden Room or enjoy a more private dining experience in Ralph & Finn’s Boardroom.

5. Ardnamurchan

4.7

Exceptional(4657)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Glasgow

Booked 41 times today

Ardnamurchan restaurant and Bar, serving up produce from all over Scotland. Making sure we are bringing the best of Scotland to our tables and supporting our farmers and fishermen. Come and enjoy a dram and some Scottish fair in our City centre restaurant.

6. Gaucho Glasgow

4.6

Exceptional(854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glasgow

Booked 24 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Located just a short walk from Glasgow Central Station, at the corner of West Nile Street and Drury Street, Gaucho Glasgow is proud to be Scotland’s first carbon-neutral steak restaurant. It is also the second in our collection to offer Argentina’s finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef, bold Latin flavors, and a premium wine list.

7. El Santo

4.5

Awesome(637)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Glasgow

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to El Santo, the pulsating heart of Latin American culture & cuisine in the heart of Glasgow! Experience an explosion of flavours at our premium casual dining venue, with a tantalising menu of small, shareable dishes, transporting you on a gastronomical adventure across Latin America. As the sun sets, the rhythm of our bar & dance floor takes over. Immerse yourself in the irresistible beats of our DJs every Friday & Saturday! Discover the allure of our El Santito Speakeasy, available for private events that can be fully customised to meet your specific needs. Experience the magic and create unforgettable memories at El Santito!Book now and experience the exotic vibrancy and mouth-watering delights of Latin America at El Santo. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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8. The Spanish Butcher - Glasgow

4.6

Exceptional(468)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Merchant City

Booked 41 times today

Located at 80 Miller Street, in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City, The Spanish Butcher serves the finest grades of Galician beef, the most premium Iberican Jamon and the freshest of seafood; combining Spanish and Mediterranean inspired flavours.Set within chic, modern New York loft style interiors, The Spanish Butcher delivers quintessential style along with the most vibrant of cuisine.

9. KELP

4.7

Exceptional(1090)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Glasgow

Booked 25 times today

At KELP we take our time to make sure the food that goes on your plate is a fresh and local as possible. We source our seafood to be specifically Scottish and sustainable. We pride ourselves on using local suppliers for all our food. The fish people supply our fresh seafood daily. Our bread comes from Soja bakehouse, a family owned bakery in Cumbernauld. Our meat comes from ABR butchers, based in Bearsden. Our executive chef, Christopher Hutchison, creates amazing, innovative dishes to be enjoyed and shared with friends and loved ones. We now have an AA rosette for 2023/2024 to highlight his and the teams amazing work. We are located on Cowcaddens Road, just around the corner from our sister restaurant, Ardnamurchan Restaurant and Bar and a stones throw from the theatre royal. Perfect for a meal before a show. Relax in our modern, airy restaurant and watch the chefs work in the open kitchen. Our signature dish is our crab doughnut, you'll be amazed!

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10. House of Gods Cocktail Lounge Glasgow

3.9

Excellent(95)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Merchant City

Booked 13 times today

Revel in our brand new, railway carriage inspired cocktail lounge amongst all the hustle and bustle of Glasgow’s most exciting new spot.Live like the worshipped as you delve into our Rock 'n' Roll and Icon inspired cocktail menu.Fresh to the Merchant City, brought to you by House of Gods x

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MARK
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Great service and everyone was stuffed with good food.
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Thundercat Pub & DinerPrice: Moderate• American• Glasgow
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4.7
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TasminVIP
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food in beautiful surroundings. Staff very attentive.
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Ralph and FinnsPrice: Expensive• British• Glasgow
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4.5
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Matthew
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We visited The IVY for our family afternoon lunch ( table reserved earlier ) and delighted to record that we all thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this lovely place… Everything you would hope for was first class from the friendly staff, the food and a relaxed atmosphere, we will definitely be back soon…
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The Ivy Buchanan Street GlasgowPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Glasgow
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4.5
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Elaine
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic value for money with lovely food. Service was excellent, nice friendly staff too.
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ArdnamurchanPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Glasgow
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4.7

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