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    Mono

    4.0 (93 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Vegan, Music Venues
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Kimberly N.

    My daughter and I came here for dinner recently and had a very nice experience. We were greeted immediately upon entering and showed to a table. We were told to scan the QR code on the table for food and drink menus, which many restaurants are doing these days due to Covid. We each ordered a glass of wine while we perused the food menu. There are many interesting dishes to choose from! I ended up ordering a Reuben, which comes with their hand-cut chips, while my daughter chose the Kofte Kebab and added a side of chips. It didn't take long before our food arrived and everything was delicious! We both remarked that the chips were some of the best we've had on our trip! There was just one minor kerfuffle when the bill arrived and we noticed they charged us for the wrong glasses of wine but they acknowledged the issued immediately and brought us a new bill. We would definitely come back if we are ever back in Glasgow.

    Leanne R.

    I love Mono so much. Apart from the fact that their menu is so good that I can never bear to choose one thing from it. Popped in for a wee pre-birthday lunch. Was in turmoil trying to decide what to get, but eventually settled for the Seitan burger with barbecue sauce, American mustard, dill pickle, onion and beef tomato served with hand cut chips. Added some 'cheese' too, just because I'm greedy. Wouldn't be a birthday lunch without some booze, so had Kraken and diet coke too. The burger was epic! The 'cheese' was awesome and the BBQ sauce just made it. I love pickles and gherkins and there was plenty in there. Wish I had space for dessert, they all sound so good. Must go back and try the Lamachan - Turkish pizza with spicy mince, roasted aubergine, onion, fresh red chillies, lime and coriander yogurt, salad and sumac. How good does that sound? Service is pretty laid back in here, but that's fine. We ordered and paid at the bar to speed things up. No big deal. Staff are pleasant too. It has a nifty beer garden at the front too, for when the sun decides to make an appearance. Inside is spacious and airy though, so not stuffy when it's warm outside. We were under 30 quid for two massive mains and two drinks, including tip. Not too shabby. BOGOF pizzas on a Monday night though, so I've heard. They're also now serving up vega pizza crunch suppers, complete with pickle. Lordy! Can't wait to go back and try that ace sounding pizza!

    Tomato, leek & butterbean soup with a falafel wrap. MMMMMMMMMMMM.
    Adele R.

    I last reviewed Mono four years ago and I still love the place - it's now even better than it ever was. Their genius of a chef has managed to veganise all my old fat favourites, such as burgers and doughnuts, which many a vegan would ordinarily mourn. I highly recommend visiting on a Wednesday, as you can get a beer and burger for a fiver and OH what a burger it is. This seitan burger comes in a seeded bun, with all the gherkin, ketchup and mustardy trimmings and is served diner-style in a wee plastic basket. It is, without a doubt, THE best veggie burger I have ever eaten and is the closest you'll get to the real thing (it's actually better). I was overjoyed when I discovered they had started making their own doughnuts, which are glorious. They're sugary and sinful, just like the ones I used to get at The Barras when I was wee, although I doubt these ones will do as much damage. They also brew their own soft drinks, including raspberry and rose lemonade, which goes gorgeously with gin. Absolutely everything I have ever eaten here has been sensational. Although the menu is entirely vegan, there's never that feeling that your meal is missing something and the quality of the food is outstanding. I don't know how they do it, but I hope they continue forever and ever.

    Massive portion of nachos!
    Briony C.

    Mono is a very chilled out place to head any time you fancy a drink, a browse through the record shop, food or just somewhere to sit and chat. I visited on Friday night after dinner at Brutti Compadres, and it was a nice place to wind down the night. I'm sure Mono looks different from the last time I visited, it seemed a lot lighter. Not sure if it's the big glass cupola (skylight) has been cleaned or repainted, or just the bright evenings we get in Glasgow. Anyway, it was a welcome change as I remember this place being a bit dark and dingy on occasion. There's lots of seating here so you shouldn't have a problem finding a seat. It's a very relaxed place so often tables have been rearranged and moved about. There are also couches but obviously they'll always be in hot demand. During business hours you can visit Monorail Music or Good Press (music and books respectively) which I think makes awesome use of this unusual space. I haven't eaten here in a long time, or even looked at the menu so I can't comment on that, but I do know it's vegan treats. We recently got tickets to see BIS in August so I'll make sure we try the food then. All round, a good place to go for a drink if you're in the area. There's also a nice seating area outside in Kings Court if the weather is suitable.

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    Aviva J.

    Favorite restaurant in Glasgow, hands down. They have an awesome selection of vegetarian and vegan options - vegan pizza (delicious), sandwiches, burritos, seitan burgers, hot dog, etc. I've had most items on the menu and love them all. AND the ICE CREAM, oh the ice cream. It is absolute heaven. Best vegan ice cream around. They have live music, allow dogs and have a big dining area so you can come with a big group or if you come earlier in the day, it seems like a good place to bring your computer and work. They have plenty of beer, wine and alcohol. If I could eat here every week, I would.

    Mac'n'cheese with chips and salad
    Mimmi R.

    So I FINALLY checked out Mono a few weeks ago. As a vegan, it's almost shameful that it took me so long, but to my defence it's because I'm basically never in that area. I went for a late lunch on a weekday, and the place was reasonably busy but not overcrowded. The staff were super friendly and the service was quick. I also really like the open, relaxed space. It has a nice hipster feel to it, without being at all pretentious. My sister opted for the seitan burger, while I had the mac'n'cheese. The mac'n'cheese was slightly on the dry side, but it was delicious all the same, and my sister was very happy with her burger. We also had a beer each, and they seem to have quite a few nice craft beers, which is always a plus in my book. There were so many delicious-sounding things on the menu that I'm really eager to go back and try other things. I've also heard great things about their scones, so I'll have to stop by for those sometime.

    Claire B.

    I am a committed carnivore and view any meal without meat as a waste of a meal. You could basically say I'm the female Ron Swanson, except without quite so impressive a moustache. When I agreed to meet my vegan pal for lunch, I was secretly dreading it. What was I going to be made to eat? Sweepings from the forest floor? TOFU?? You know what? I was really pleasantly surprised. I've been to Mono about 8,000 times in the past but only for drinks and the occasional bowl of chips. I faced my fears and conquered them though, in the shape of an insanely tasty seitan burger*.It was honestly one of the best things I've eaten recently, the bun and the accompaniments were all perfect. My pal had the spicy sausage pizza which also hit the spot. I was also impressed by the wide array of drinks (love any bar that stocks Fentimans) and the value - a fabulous lunch under £20 for two is a good find these days. All in all, although I remain bad to the T-Bone, I will not be quite so trepidatious next time my plant-lovin' pal suggests lunch. * it's pronounced say-TAN. Not Satan. I learned that the hard way.

    Big classes, less money, good tast = good choose!
    Sara K.

    It is a lovely building, they really use this place! In the restaurant is also an altenative music store ( i did buy a CD of jacques brel: ne me quitte pas, is one of my favorites song of him.), a place to relax on one of the couches, serveral plants and non of the chairs are equal. :) We did expected a relaxed place, tasty food for a small price and good drinks, services and maybe some music. The drinks are big, cheap, good an just a good deal. But we think that the chef didn't has a good day: the rice was overcooked and the sauce to heavy, spices, salty and spicy. We ask for more white rice, because we couldn't eat our meal without making it less heavy to eat. We saw on other tables that people send the nasi back to the kitchen. Some of the people who work here are polity, helpful, full of energy, others just walking around like zombies not really knowing what the customers saying and what to do. The last ones aren't helpful for a relaxed evening unfortunately.. We didn't get what we were expecting. We didn't get any good food, or good services, we waited more then 30 minute for our meals and not just 15 minutes what the waiter said. But we did get a small price, good and lovely drinks and we bought a CD with music. We won't come back for the food, it was not good enough. But we will come back for the drinks, the relaxed feeling and the music shop.

    Macaroni and cheese with garlic bread
    Hayley S.

    Mono is a classic hangout spot in Glasgow. It's a combination vegan restaurant/record store/coffee shop. Over the years I've eaten at Mono during several trips and everything has been amazing, from pizzas to veggies dogs. On our latest visit, we both ordered macaroni and cheese with garlic bread. The dishes were delicious and filling, with the whole meal being completed by pairing it with Mono's in-house brewed soft drinks. For those with allergies, the restaurant's menu is heavily marked with common allergen ingredients to keep you in-the-know.

    The mono atrium
    Stephen F.

    When I first came to Mono many years ago, I was unaware that it was vegan bar. To be frank, as an omnivore, I didn't care. The reason is I've always found something on the menu that catered for my preferences. Today I had the falafel and tahini wrap with spicy chips. It was delicious. As I write my only dilemma is whether to have another wrap or go for the Oreo cheesecake. Life is hard, with tough choices. They also have mini discos on a Sunday (sometimes), are child friendly and have a natty little record store for burning off the post cheesecake calories. I had the cheesecake.

    Oreo cheesecake
    James L.

    The best vegan food in Glasgow. I love everything about Mono from its bright and open look and laid back vibe to the amazing food and homemade lemonade. Keep an eye on Mono's specials board when you go in. As good as the menu is, you'll usually find a delicious gem chalked up on the wall. After your main meal, treat yourself to the Oreo cheesecake. It's one of the best in the city.

    The room...
    Aimi G.

    What an amazing place that is???? How bad it feels that my staying in Glasgow is almost over.. I feel I don't have the time to enjoy it to the fullest... The rest of you PLZ DO!! Vegan food coffee/tea desserts beer Tasty Friendly Cozy Artistic Stage Record shop What else is it you want??

    Steven B.

    Another Vegan joint from the same dudes who do the more recent hot spot Stereo. I couldn't be any further away from a Vegan so I was alarmed when the only thing I could eat when I first went was chips. Good chips though. The reason I go is for local alternative music, and in that respect, it is a good venue. There's also a wee music store inside which is a cute novelty. I remember seeing Moby in here a few summers ago performing a free gig. Easily one of the best days of my life. From super chilled out acoustic bliss to banging techno in Sub Club. Oooft. What a day. I expect Moby had a better munch than just chips.

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    The Classic Grand - Col. Mustard & the Dijon 5

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    City Centre

    First time in here last night for the band Glasville for their sell out show. We were upstairs in…read morethe top room for the show and it was a pretty decent sized space. There were a few seating areas dotted around the outskirts of the room but we were down on the main floor. The sound was great and although I wasnt drinking the bar prices looked decent. £2 for a vodka and mixer! Overall I was pretty impressed with the classic grand as a gig venue and i would happily see more gigs here!

    I don't mind the Classic Grand as a gig venue. It's not one of my faves but it's decent enough. My…read morefriend is a huge Nashville fan and got tickets to Glasville so although I'm not a fan of the show (and can usually be found head banging at a heavy metal gig) I did my good friend deed and went with her. Showed our tickets at the entrance and headed up the stairs. The venue itself was a decent size. A few areas with tables/chairs and of course, the main floor, stage and bar. Not a huge venue, but a decent size. The bar was pretty busy but we got served really quickly. £1.80 for a can of diet coke? I'd have been better off ordering a vodka + mixer for £2.00. Anyway, we found a place to stand and waited for the band to come on. Sound quality if's not the best I've heard at a gig bit it was okay! Music wise, not bad but not really my cup of tea. They did put on a good show though and the crowd seemed to enjoy it! Not sure why 6ft tall men insist on standing infront of women who are barely over 5ft but don't get me started on that... Anyway, I'm not here to review the band or the ignorant habits of others. Toilets were clean and we managed to leave pretty quickly after the mad rush to the exit. My friend had a great time and I'm now looking for a head banging gig to take her too. Time to introduce her to my sort of music!!

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    'Let's go to the pub, let's go to the pub, let's go to the pub'…read more It's a phrase I respond positively to. After a wee band practice down the road at Creation Studios, I was enticed to go here. It was really busy. Pricy at the bar, as has been mentioned elsewhere, but I was on the soft stuff after band practice, really thirsty. Quite a nice warm interior, really trendy, with a good mix of people in there. They have a promiment advertisement for a 2 course lunch just now priced at £6.95 which I might consider, going during the day when it's presumably nowhere near as busy. A popular place with alot of stuff coming up including live music that I might or might not go to if money allows. A nice place.

    This self-styled indie/rock bar is a relative newcomer to Trongate, and hopefully a sign of the…read moreregeneration here. We dropped by one Tuesday night and ordered a double Southern Comfort and coke and a bottle of Kopparberg. This came to £9.10, which was waaaay more than we had expected. We took a seat in front of the giant football screen to recover from the shock. Up to the minute rock music plays in here, at a comfortable level to talk over. On nice afternoons, the big windows slide open to let the air circulate and provide a nice atmosphere, linking the indoor seating to the outdoor. Live bands play on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The cocktail menu is quite extensive and cocktails are named after rock classics like Purple Haze and Desperado (gotta love The Eagles!!) At £5.95 for the least expensive though, they don't come cheap. The stripped floorboards and warehouse setting further lend to the rocky atmosphere. A small selection of bar bites is available, most intriguingly the "Good Olives" at £1.95 and the "Even Better Olives" also priced at £1.95. Hmmm...what?

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