I lived in Glasgow for 5 years of my life and it feels like home to me. I'll be visiting for the first weekend of the Commonwealth Games and I can't wait to see the city packed with new visitors and experience the buzzing atmosphere. Here are my recommendations of fantastic places to eat - there are some amazing eateries in Glasgow-- I always end up eating out every day when I go back. I lived in the West End so all my suggestions are around there and the city centre.
1. Bo Vine - Byres Road, West End
Amazing steak and a fantastic market menu priced at a very reasonable £17.95 for 3 courses. If you're looking for a special place to eat, this is it. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. This is where I'm eating on my first night in Glasgow and I cannot wait.
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| Bo Vine (image from Huffington Post) |
2. The Left Bank, Gibson Street
Delicious breakfast (which i've blogged about previously) and delicious a la carte menu. A restaurant which has something for everyone including some rather tasty thai-style curries.
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| The Left Bank |
3. Ubiquitous Chip, Ashton Lane
This is probably my favourite restaurant in Glasgow mainly because i've got great memories from there and it's completely set back from the hustle and bustle. Once inside it feels like you could be somewhere in the med - lush greenery and cobbled flooring. The food is pretty excellent - the menu always has a touch of Scottishness about it. It's a special place and well worth a visit.
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| Image from glasgowfoodgeek |
4. Naked Soup, Kersland Street
A little cafe, with, yes you guessed it, lovely soup. Go for the favourite - sweet potato, lentil and coconut - delicious. They do a lunch deal which includes a sandwich, soup, fruit and drink for around £5. Be warned, it's popular and rather small but if you're lucky with the weather you could take-away and eat your lunch in the Botanics. Closes at 5pm.
5. The Shish Mahal, Park RoadMy favourite curry house in Glasgow. A huge selection of curries to choose from and my favourite peshwari naan ever. Be sure to book - this place is incredibly popular with the locals.
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| Image from Herald Scotland |
6. Il Cappucino, Great Western Road
Quite frankly, the best sandwiches I've ever had. Have one of their specialities from the blackboard or make your own from the huge array of fillings on offer. Take-away only.
Delicious breakfasts with some unusual options including Nasi Goreng. The perfect place to fill up before a stroll around the West End. The main menu is also great with a focus on Scottish fare- lovely fish and chips!
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| Image from Kapper22.blogspot |
8. Burger Meats Bun, West Regent Street
Not one I've tried personally, but i've got it on good authority that this place is excellent. If you want a burger look no further than Burger meats bun. I'm desperate to try it - hopefully i'll get a chance whilst i'm up there!
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| Image from Herald Scotland |
9. The Wee Curry Shop, Ashton Lane
Another curry house favourite on Ashton Lane. Literally very 'wee', you will also need to book this up for dinner. They have a limited menu which changes regularly but I can guarantee no dish will disappoint.
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10. Kember and Jones
If you want coffee and cake Kember and Jones is the place to go. They have a different selection every day and also a pretty awesome food menu. Try the sharing platters - they're SO good. My favourite is the Italian platter.
