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    Grosvenor Cafe

    3.1 (44 reviews)
    ModerateCafes
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Scotch egg and squid
    Briony C.

    I haven't dished out many 1-star reviews, I'm glad to say. Unfortunately after visiting the Grosvenor Cafe today, it's time for another one. I'd never visited here before and was impressed by the size - it reminds me a lot of Hillhead Bookclub with the high roofs and dim lighting. Very, very dim lighting. We were seated at a bench table towards the back which is ok for the first hour until you get really uncomfortable with your legs dangling and you can't stop fidgeting. It was moderately busy but the mezzanine area wasn't open, and was probably 3/4 full which didn't change much through our visit. Service was horrendously slow throughout and every time we wanted something - to order drinks, or food, or to check where our food was, we had to ask for someone to come over. I ordered from the small plates menu, 3 dishes for £12 - squid, bruschetta and the Scotch egg, as well as a side of chips. Our food was delivered in courses, and so even though I'd asked for my chips as a starter, I was left waiting with no food while the others ate (of course they offered to share, the lovely human beings they are). We'd arrived at 1pm, and it was 2.50pm before our mains arrived. No, that's not a typo. Would the food make up for the ridiculous wait? In my case, no. The squid was cold and flaccid, the Scotch egg was incredibly bland and the chips were mooshy. The only thing I would compliment was the bruschetta which had a nice amount of tomato and goats cheese on it, but was just one slice of bread - pretty stingy! There was no real apology for all the problems with our meal - perhaps that's what you're meant to expect here. Apart from the food and the service, this really isn't my kind of place to visit anyway - if you closed your eyes, it sounded like you were in a soft play centre with all the kids running around the place. Then you open your eyes, and there's students at the bar getting stuck into the booze for a big night out, and it's all just a bit wrong. Coming in at £20 a head and taking 2.5 hours for a 2 course lunch, I can't ever see myself returning here. Of course, the company was fabulous but I'm not rating them - hence the one star.

    Caleb D.

    Ah.... so this is where you are. Having heard of this place and spending most of my time exchanging 'eh?' faces with other people I've mentioned it to, i finally popped along here for a coffee. For anyone who is still doing the 'eh?' face, please stop it, it's really not very flattering... there we go, thanks. OK, so if your in anyway familiar Ashton Lane, you'll be aware, or will have heard of The Loft... well it's now the Grosvenor Cafe (he says as Glasgow lets out a collective 'ahhhhh'). The beef, scoop, inside, skinny, info, cheese (cheese? It's new, go with it people) is that while a few things have changed in the cosmetic department (it's not quite as 'meh' any-more) the GC, as did the loft before it, benefits from residing in one of the prettiest interiors, in one of the prettiest streets in Glasgow... really, it's pretty flippin grand and well worth a nosey. As for it's credentials as a drinking/eating joint, well that'll have to wait, however as far as the coffee goes... hmmm, not to bad. Staff were friendly (read attractive) service was decent (read attractive staff) and the cost was reasonable (OK so the girls were pretty)... So aye, this is worth a visit says I. I'll def need to head back to check out ra grub n'all.

    Daniel P.

    (Review based on "upstairs" - there seems to be a lot of negative stuff on Yelp for downstairs, where I haven't been - am I missing something? Also it was quite late at night, which I should mention as I've heard bad things about the place during the day.) Loved this place - mostly for the fantastic space and for the very good-looking staff (I'm shallow sometimes, sue me). There's a good selection of beers available at slightly trendy prices but the surroundings more than compensate for this. I am emphatically *not* a "Christmassy" sort of person, but the way the Grosvenor was decked out when I last visited on Dec 21st was wonderfully festive, in a slightly bleak sort of way. Which I liked. I'm weird. Music was pretty quiet but the place was quite buzzy when I was there so I didn't mind. Oh and the staff are nice. I might have mentioned that. Taxi!

    Pizza for £5!
    Angelique M.

    Pizza for £ 5 during the week? Yes please! I know it's a very individual thing, but I love their way they do their pizza dough. Delish. You also get a basic fizzy drink with that deal too which is cool. It was my first time here and I love the atmosphere and deco. Staff were helpful and friendly and service was very good. Maybe next time I'll be brave and try the mushroom one with the cheese I'd never heard of

    Not a bad pint
    Kevin D.

    I only went in for a drink and even though the pint was cold, it took ages to get served ...... With only 1 person in front of me,. Not sure the team set up is correct to maximise potential revenue, poor girl behind me for overlooked several times for being served and she ended up leaving. Place lacks any kind of atmosphere and while all the surrounding bars were packed this place wasn't .... I'm not surprised. I asked for the pint and as it ran out downstairs they had to go upstairs for it, I don't really want my pint doing a lap of Ashton lane before I get it. 2 beers on tap - 1 tennents .... Boalk Pleasant girl who did Serve me...... Quite so got a seat too and that's where the stars end

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    This place has some damn good wings. If you like buffalo wings, please do yourself a favor and try the chefs take on an American favorite

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    Not amazing pizzas, but not bad, particularly as they were part of a really cheap drinks deal for the rugger!

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    You get 5 wings for £5, served crispy with a light brush of buffalo sauce atop a plate of bleu cheese and celery.

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    Kember & Jones - Kember and Jones

    Kember & Jones

    4.3(56 reviews)
    0.1 miByres Road, West End
    ££

    The food was excellent as always. Utterly delicious. Service is good though the queue can be a…read morelittle tiresome, but worth the wait. It's a great environment just to sit and enjoy a light brunch.

    I'd have to say that this cafe is pretty much my favorite one while I lived in Glasgow. I…read morefrequented it almost once a week. Now that I'm back in America, I miss this place a lot! Glaswegians, your cafes have definitely spoiled me and I can't find anything that compares to this in the U.S. When you walk in, you automatically get this cozy and warm feeling. Try to get a seat in the upstairs dining area, because this is where you will feel the most warmth. I also like sitting in the bar stools by the window because I like looking outside at the rain. If you find yourself waiting for a table, just take that time to browse the pastries, savory foods laid out, and even their selection of cookbooks. Their selection of cake and tarts change daily, but if they have leftovers one day then they serve the leftovers the next day until they are gone, but a lot of the time their pastries sell out on the first day. Bonus to this is that your pastries are definitely fresh! But the pastries still taste good even if they are a day old. Trust me. My go-to pastries were the Belgian Chocolate Cake or the vanilla custard tarts. This cake has hazelnuts inside of it and is served with raspberries, chocolate bits, dusted with sugar on top. If you love chocolate, this cake is the way to go. The vanilla custard tarts reminded me of home (because I would get Egg Tarts at Chinese bakeries and this vanilla custard tart tasted just like a egg tart) The only difference is that the tart at Kember & Jones had flaky layers of crust, which made the tart even better. My go-to drinks are hot chocolate or the Moroccan Fresh Mint Tea. The hot chocolate is served with foam and little chocolate bits on top. The Mint tea is served in a clear glass, but it comes hot (which was weird because I didn't think you would serve hot drinks in a glass) but I understood why because it has a bunch of mint leaves in it that changes the color of the drink to a light tan. It's cute and if you have a sore throat, it will make you feel better. Other things that I have tried and loved were the Warm Waffle (because it was served with syrup and fresh fruit), the French Lemonade (It was pink lemonade with a little bit of sourness), and the macarons (They make different ones each week. Try all of them because they go fast! I have to say during Christmas time their Christmas pudding one tastes pretty good, too.) Last thing to note is that the staff is very nice. I never really feel pushed to leave. They are polite and attentive.

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    Kember & Jones - Macarons display looked beautiful

    Macarons display looked beautiful

    Kember & Jones - Taken from www.kemberandjones.co.uk

    Taken from www.kemberandjones.co.uk

    Kember & Jones - I like this corner of the cafe!

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    I like this corner of the cafe!

    The Hidden Lane Tearoom - Afternoon tea

    The Hidden Lane Tearoom

    4.4(71 reviews)
    0.8 miFinnieston, West End
    ££

    I was on a trip to the wonderful city of Glasgow from the US with my mom. We went to the quaint…read moreHidden Lane Tearoom our first day in to unwind and enjoy delicious treats. First you go down an alley, only to reveal a secret enclave of an antique store, corner shop, and the tearoom. The square itself is fun to explore and great for photos. Once we sat down in the charming tearoom, we were greeted by a friendly and accommodating server. We ordered the afternoon tea. There was a perfect balance of sweet and savory with yummy finger sandwiches and delectable scones with clotted cream and jam. This is a lovely afternoon tea spot for all ages!

    Honestly I could rave about this place. I just love afternoon tea to begin with so there's that,…read morebut honestly I feel like the teas were just SO lovely. I had their house chai and their London fog, both of which were creamy and SO flavorful and served in the loveliest teapots. The finger sandwiches and cakes were also really good and I actually did leave full, as did my travel companions. The servers were friendly and checked in often, and the place itself was actually fairly big (had 2 floors and we sat in a corner on the second floor), but it had a quant feel. The cost per person was reasonable in my opinion at £16 per person for a mini pot of tea and selection of sandwiches and tea cakes. We really enjoyed our experience there and I would recommend it to anyone looking to have a lovely afternoon tea!

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    The Hidden Lane Tearoom - Selection of tea cakes and sandwiches on the left; tea pot with a cup of their London fog latte on the right :)

    Selection of tea cakes and sandwiches on the left; tea pot with a cup of their London fog latte on the right :)

    The Hidden Lane Tearoom - Late lunch with tea at the Hidden Lane Tearoom.

    Late lunch with tea at the Hidden Lane Tearoom.

    The Hidden Lane Tearoom - Teacup

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    The Steamie Coffee Roasters - Quaint no?

    The Steamie Coffee Roasters

    4.4(31 reviews)
    0.8 miFinnieston, West End
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    After walking by 15173637 times, finally I tried out the Steamie and I'm so glad I did. Staff was…read morelovely, interior cute and the food absolutely incredible. My friend and I both got the full breakfast (big yin) and they're fine to swap some things out you might not like (black pudding for a hashbrown? heck yes). The breakfast was massive and neither of us managed to eat it all but wow! so good!!! Will be back soon!

    Out in Finnieston the other day when the heavens opened and the Steamie, open for just three days…read moreat that point, appeared through the sheet of water and looked like the perfect place to shelter with a coffee. Cosy, warm, lots of wood and cool lighting - and super friendly. Looks like an outpost of Artisan Roast - and apparently it is independent but AR is involved. If the aesthetic didn't give it away, the place stocks AR coffee, cakes and bread. Food is simple - alongside cakes they have bagels, toast, yogurt and granola and do sandwiches at lunch. They will be open later in the evening than some other places - I think he mentioned 6 or 7pm but can't remember which! I only had a cappuccino and a chat with the guy running the place but the service was warm and friendly and the coffee was excellent. Competition for the also excellent CC&T a block along and The Hidden Lane Cafe but a great addition to the local area.

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    The Steamie Coffee Roasters - Delicious Artisan Roast, ground to your specification.

    Delicious Artisan Roast, ground to your specification.

    The Steamie Coffee Roasters - Soaking up some sun

    Soaking up some sun

    The Steamie Coffee Roasters - Chai tea

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    The Wild Olive Tree

    The Wild Olive Tree

    4.8(12 reviews)
    1.8 miCity Centre, Buchanan Street
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    I love this place so much that I have to stop in the middle of my vacation just to write this…read morereview! Love their food but what I love even more, is how they help to feed the homeless and/or those in need. Whether you're a paying customer or someone in need, EVERYONE EATS THE SAME SOUP! Bravo!!! The Wild Olive Tree is located on Nelson Mandela's Place, inside the St. George's Tron Church of Scotland. The lovely cafe is on the main level. You walk in and get seated for table service; or you can order takeout. This is not a Soup Kitchen per se, but if you're a person of need, you can enter via a side door for free soup and hot beverages to go. They have been in operation since 2015, and in their first three years of operation, have given away 12,000 meals and 13,500 hot beverages! Again, BRAVO!!! All profits and donations from the Cafe go to their two charity partners: Glasgow City Mission and Bethany Christian Trust, to support their ongoing work with some of the city's most vulnerable people. The charities also help with work placement and employability training. How awesome is that?!?! The team at The Wild Olive Tree consists of paid staff, volunteers and work placements. This team of people are awesome! The food is homemade and delicious, customer service is so friendly, and they're so thankful for your visit. If I lived in Glasgow, I'd be a regular customer for sure! If you're ever in Glasgow (down the block from George Square), please stop by for a gigantic bowl of delicious homemade soup and scones...you'll be so glad you did!

    Quick meal of soups, scones and pastries mainly. Coffee I had was really good for a cafe…read more(non-specialty). Flavors change daily. Service was quick and pleasant. Nice mission and staff.

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    The Wild Olive Tree - Dining area. Has table service.

    Dining area. Has table service.

    The Wild Olive Tree - Cauliflower, Cheddar & Sage Soup w.Walnut & Caramelized Onion Scone on the side. £6.65

    Cauliflower, Cheddar & Sage Soup w.Walnut & Caramelized Onion Scone on the side. £6.65

    The Wild Olive Tree - Everyone is Welcome. The cafe is inside but they feed the homeless or anyone in need via a side door. Soup for everyone!

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    Everyone is Welcome. The cafe is inside but they feed the homeless or anyone in need via a side door. Soup for everyone!

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