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    Bibi's

    4.3 (56 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Goat's cheese with black olives & red pepper salsa
    Jeevan M.

    I honestly thought I was missing out having never crossed the threshold of this somewhat legendary Glasgow restaurant. Everyone I'd spoken to told me, with beaming smiles, how good their food was. So Bibi's ¿que pasó? As it was Cinco de Mayo (the Mexican St Patrick's) a few of us sat down for cervezas, food & margaritas. After a pretty tough day, I was really hungry & in need for a cold Dos Equis or Pacifico Clara, so I thought Bibi's was the perfect choice. First off, the restaurant seems to have been done out an old Mexican farmhouse, but it seems to have seen better days (in the same way that Gambrino was classic Italian, before its refit). The restaurant is really quite small with around tables, you get the feeling that you could bang elbows with the people around you quite easily. The group behind me was quite noisy towards the end of our visit, which made it hard to have a conversation (although admittedly I am fairly quiet). Having got caught in the rain & walked in dripping wet, I was quite chuffed to find a complimentary Margarita waiting for me after returning from drying off (thanks!) I chose a starter of goats cheese with black olives red pepper, with sweet pepper jam. It was presented breaded and fried, looking a bit like an escalope, with a small mixed leaf salad. It was really quite nice, the cheese was warm, but not scalding hot, the crumb looked a little overdone, but was actually spot on, the problem was that the dressing on the salad & the pepper jam tasted like they were out've a bottle, the salad dressing especially was overly vinegary & punchy. For my main course I chose a Veggie burrito with a side of Guacamole. When it arrived, the burrito looked pretty small & the Guac was even smaller. The burrito was served on a bed of rice which was described as being done in the Puebla style, but it was tasteless and made with carrots and peas, it was more like boil in the bag rice than anything else. The burrito was decent, but not really worth £10 on its own. The whole plate lacked flavour, apart from another helping of the super vinegary mixed leaves. The Guacamole, oh dear god, it was just wrong! No tomato, no chilli, little citrus but celery? Guacamole is Mexico's gift to the world and this little bowl was an afront to the idea. Although it was only £1.50 as a side, such a small serving should've been included with the main course. I had such high hopes for Bibi's and honestly, I came away a little upset, for around £20 I felt pretty full, but not convinced I'd had a night in a restaurant often held in such high regard. Oh Bibi's why you gotta do me like that?

    Steak and onion taco
    Eilidh G.

    I can't believe I haven't already reviewed bibis, as it is one of my favourite places to eat in Glasgow. It's a wee hidden gem at the bottom of Dumbarton road. It is small so try and book in plenty of advance as it can be a busy little place. I love bibis as it never let's you down. Their pre theatre menu is amazing and at £11.95 for 2 courses great value. When you arrive you are given a shot of frozen Margarita. The place is small and cosy and the staff are friendly and fun. My fav thing to have is the deep fried jalapeños filled with cream cheese.. Be warned some can be much hotter than others. For mains I have the shredded pork dish which is really tasty..

    Mexican sharing platter
    Rebecca D.

    Like the walking cliché that I am, I wanted to eat Mexican food on Cinco de Mayo. So original, right? Well, whatever, Mexican food is awesome all year round and this gave me the excuse to try Bibi's - something I'd been meaning to do for ages. We booked a table for dinner. Once we were seated we were handed complimentary nachos with a good, fresh, spicy salsa. Oh, and they also gave us a shot of frozen Margarita each. This is important because it lead to a great discovery: You can have a pitcher of frozen Margarita for £14.95. How could we resist? So, we ordered that, a Mexican sharer platter for a starter, the beef burrito and the chicken mole. Bibi's was busy, people who showed up without bookings were disappointed. However, it never felt hectic, we were perfectly relaxed (possibly something to do with the cocktails) and never felt hassled for our table by the staff. The restaurant is small but perfectly formed and perfectly managed. The starter was great, and a brilliant way to try a bunch of different flavours. Even my usually very fussy partner got stuck in. The mains were similarly delicious, my chicken mole came with two large juicy chicken breasts and a rich mole sauce, as well as small tortilla wraps, rice and salad. How did we wait until Cinco de Mayo to visit Bibi's? Now I can't wait to go back.

    Gluten free "chilli rellenos" which Americans will know as jalapeño poppers.
    Tracy W.

    It has taken me forever to get over to Bibi's and try what I believe is the only Mexican place in town that I haven't visited. Well, that's remedied now! I was impressed to be handed a gluten free menu on request - apparently the owner is gluten free so the restaurant is really accommodating. Awesome news for me! I was really happy to see a gluten free option for jalapeno poppers (called chilli rellenos here, but this New Mexican knows chile rellenos to be a totally different dish.) They were really good and not crazy hot. For my main, I went for the steak fajitas. Now, they did accidentally bring me actual flour tortillas to start, but luckily I realized they were too good to be true (gluten free). I double checked and they took away the gluten and brought back gluten free wraps instead. I was less wowed by the fajitas; the meat could have used a bit more seasoning. The peppers and onions were nicely caramelized and the side of sour cream, salsa and cheese was the perfect size for the amount of meat and tortillas I had. I didn't manage to try a margarita (it was lunchtime) but I'll be sure to check them out next time. What a great find in walking distance from Partick station!

    Chicken quesadilla - appetizer for early bird menu
    Aviva J.

    Let me just say that overall I really enjoyed this place. However, being from Texas and growing up with both authentic Mexican food and TexMex, I have some pretty high standards. So when I ordered vegetarian enchiladas and they came out looking like an Italian dish (even coming with a side of bread instead of beans or rice) I was a little surprised. My friend ordered the same and after trying the dish, we both felt that it tasted like spicy lasagna. Now let me just say - I thoroughly enjoyed it and ate the whole thing, including the side of bread....but it tasted nothing like enchiladas. The cheese was not quite what you'd expect and the sauce tasted like spaghetti sauce. But like I said, it tasted pretty darn good to me. My boyfriend seemed to order the right thing - he had a chimichanga and a quesadilla appetizer. Both of those dishes looked relatively authentic and apparently tasted great (I'm a vegetarian so I didn't get to taste them). When I go back, and yes I plan on going back - I am going to check out the vegetarian fajitas or possibly a quesadilla. This place has a very inviting atmosphere and the staff is super nice. I was more than happy to come in here and eat the chips and salsa that they put out when you first arrive. So overall I say its a winner, but if you are looking for authentic Mexican food, maybe don't order the vegetarian enchiladas.

    Salsa and chips and a baby taster margarita.
    Fiona H.

    To quote my Dad, "I can't believe I am eating outside at such a nice restaurant on Dumbarton Road." Context, Dad lived in Glasgow as a student many many many moons ago. He had flown in that morning from abroad and wanted a quick but nice dinner as close to my flat as possible. Bibi's ticked all this bizarre criteria. I did warn him, that we might not get a table due to the size of the place. I was right, but it was a pleasant enough evening so we decided to sit outside. This soon resulted in the other 4 tables also being occupied! Great business for Bibi's as extra covers, and people are always attracted to busy places. We both ordered the blonde beer, and I got to have both of the baby margaritas. I think it's such a nice idea to over a sample, as well as enticing people to order a full-size one. One day I definitely will be. The salsa and chips were so fresh, causing us to order an extra plate (#greedy). For mains, I had a beef burrito, extra spicy with guacamole and my Dad had mixed chicken and beef fajitas, with guacamole. We like our avocado okay.. The burrito was good, but not spicy, although I do have a high spice tolerance. Saying that, it was well spiced and the guacamole was again really fresh. Dad's fajitas had so many components we had to pull the table next to us over! The staff were really accommodating of us doing this and for the fact my Dad wanted both beef and chicken in his fajita. They also were more than willing to grab more tortillas if needed. Thanks other yelpers for your reviews which resulted in me bookmakring and loving here!

    Paul C.

    Only recently have I discovered the phrase Mexi-can't. It was introduced to me by a Mexican friend who explained that it's used to describe the neverending stream of overseas Mexican restaurants that spectacularly fail to produce dishes comparable to their homeland. This constitutes "nearly all of them", apparently. Well, Mexicans, I've got news for you. While you've been busy mocking the UK's feeble attempts to produce authentic cuisine, Glasgow nipped in and claimed a place of its own. Bibi's on Dumbarton Road is a small but perfectly formed restaurant with fantastic variety on the menu. The speciality is, naturally, the fajitas, with the tequila-marinated beef a particular favourite of mine. Perhaps the only downside of the restaurant is part of the appeal, with the venue so small that often elbow room can be at a minimum. For those who embrace this, it can create a more intimate atmosphere. Furthermore it also helps for a subtle dunt in the ribs of any Mexican guests who tries the food here and still claims it's a "Mexi-can't".

    Em C.

    Ok, so this place has been reviewed a wee bit and the concensus is good. I'm not really covering new ground here. But after the jazziest wrap I've ever tasted, my stomach has taken hostage of my brain and I have to add to the commendations! I passed by Bibi's with a gurgling belly and a sun-sleepy head, not expecting to find such a gorgeous restaurant this close to the motorway. There're some lovely shops along here and small coffee houses, but Bibi's jumped out at me with its airy, classy exterior and upmarket look. Before I knew it I was browsing the takeaway menu, deliberating whether or not to burn some cash on even more food (I'm a bit of a hungry hippo ya see)! I made the good choice when I unwittingly missed my bus - oops - and the smell sunctioned me in. Not only is this gorgeously decorated, but it's super chilled out and the staff are so friendly compared to - well, most places I've ever been, actually. I opted for a gorgeous wrap with feta, spinach, fajita chicken, creme fraiche and just about everything good about this world spilling out of it. I devoured it like I'd been stranded on a desert island with no sandwiches for a week, and have to say it was bloody delicious. So I may be adding to an array of praise, but the good words about Bibi's stand as an indication of its quality. I took my bus speeding by me as a divine sign to enter - take note of these reviews and do the same!

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    Review Highlights - Bibi's

    I hadnt heard of this place before, its situated quite far up Dumbarton road and i think they get most there custom through word of mouth.

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    Tortilla - Glasgow - Our burritos are among the best this side of the Atlantic (we believe)!

    Tortilla - Glasgow

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    Nitshill, South Side

    Really nice food i ordered a burrito with beef and cheese i really enjoyed it. The customer service…read moreis pretty standard nothing too nice. The vibe was pretty calm in the restaurant. nothing that catches my eyes i would say my money was worth it.

    So I'm a bit of a burrito fan and there's a lot of new burrito happenings in Glasgow - are burritos…read morethe new burgers? Maybe pizza has already taken that crown. Anyway, I don't know much about Tortilla apart from that it's a chain and just opened at Silverburn, and seeing as I needed to go to Paperchase anyway, decided to go here for lunch. Tortilla is where Aunty Anne's used to be (Aunty Anne's has just moved to a central spot in Silverburn so don't fret if you're a pretzel love), near Tesco/Cineworld and isn't the biggest place - there's a seating area but it's definitely smaller than the rest of the places in the food court/cinema area. The set up is a bit like Pinto/Barburrito/Chipotle - order at the counter and they make your burrito fresh to order, then you take your food and get a seat. I went for my standard order - a naked burrito with pork, sour cream, cheese and mild salsa. They have an choice of rice - coriander or tomato, as well as a few more salsa options than I'm used to but overall the experience is pretty standard. Meat options include chicken, beef, pork or veggies. I also liked that you have the choice between a medium and large burrito. I'm sure the people in front of me were charged extra for sour cream and cheese, but I don't think I was so I'm not quite sure about that - maybe it was just my lucky day (the menu does say that sour cream/cheese are extras). I also got a can of Fanta and it came to about £6 all up which isn't bad for a lunch in Silverburn. I took a seat and dived into my naked burrito. And you know what, it was damn good. A nice amount of pork and other toppings and the rice was really nice (I had coriander rice). A good sized meal, nicely filling without being too crazy and tasty. I added some of the hot sauce which is on the tables too for a bit of an extra kick. All up, I was impressed. They also do quesadillas (chicken only) and nachos but only after 3pm. WHY?! What if I want that for lunch?! So weird. Other things to note: they do veggie options (not sure about vegan) and cater for gluten free/coeliac, and the chicken is halal. They have a whole lot of literature about the "provenance" of the food which is a bit OTT to me, and while they are a chain they apparently aren't part of a bigger group so try to pitch themselves as a little guy. The seating is a little awkward as you're right near the walkway and I found there was quite a lot of people standing right over my shoulder to read the menu - so don't sit on the outer seating bit if that might bother you (it sure as hell bothered me). Would I go again? Yes - I don't love the food options in Silverburn I have to say, and I do love a burrito so this is probably going to be quite high on my eating options list when I'm at Silverburn.

    El Cartel - The fish tacos are incredible

    El Cartel

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    Old Town

    Stopped in for dinner on a Monday night. The place was pretty full (it's a small place) and we only…read morehad to wait a few minutes. We started with a couple of their local draft beers, the chilaquiles(special) and the elote. The chilaquiles were delicious! Very flavorful but all the chips were quite soggy and a little thick. We also got a hot sauce on the side which was divine! It was spicy and had a great taste as well! The elote was sweet, juicy and the spices it was covered in were delicious! For our meals we got the steak and chorizo tacos, cauliflower tacos, Baja cod tacos and the pork carnitas tacos. All of the tacos were delicious! Again, the tortilla was a little thick, which was nice but it was falling apart a little. The cauliflower tacos already had a nice amount of spice to them. These were a great veg option for our vegetarian. The steak and chorizo tacos were interesting as it seems they were blended into a crispy pan fried patty and the sauce it came with was incredible. The cod tacos were my favorite! The fish was well seasoned, super crispy and very light! The sauce it was served with was rich abs tasty as well. I wasn't a fan of the pomegranate but that was my fault--should have ordered without it. They did not have any dessert. The service was also so great! The staff is very friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend!

    My friend and I came here on whim while walking through Edinburgh. When we arrived, we were the…read moreonly customers in the restaurant. They have good specials and we ordered their two taco special. The beef in the tacos was on the tough side and definitely could have been more tender. The service was slow despite us being the only people in the shop at the time and the waitress we had was not very friendly. The margarita was weak and watery. Overall this was a disappointing stop and I likely wouldn't come again.

    Bibi's - mexican - Updated May 2026

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