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    3.3 (23 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    world of macchiato - starbucks byres road 8/10
    Steph S.

    Sweet Spot: The optimum point or combination of factors or qualities Ah, Starbucks! Loved, hated? I'm usually indifferent, but today it hit me in a pretty warm place. It seems every Starbucks has its 'sweet spot'. You know? No queue, coffee good, Gotye isn't bleeding from your ears and the staff are just cheery enough, but not overly so. Could it get any better? Probably, coz it comes at a price. (But I'll take it anyway) Unfortunately Byres Rd Starbucks' sweet spot is between the absurd hour of 06.45am and 06:55am. The Subway takeaway rush hasn't happened, the students are still in dream land, the yummy mummies are still struggling with their exhaustion and there're no god-damn Frappe's being served. I have to admit it was a "Yay! I'm a fan"! Although that's time conditional of course...

    Rose and pistachio mocha.
    Rebecca D.

    This is one of my go to places for those "I've had lunch but my lunch break isn't over and I want a coffee" moments. I know that Glasgow has a fantastic range of independent coffee shops and that the West End of Glasgow is particularly blessed but sometimes Starbucks just feels easy. Plus, I have the Starbucks app on my phone and it's easier to justify spending money on a coffee if you've technically already spent that money. Usually I'm a grab and go kind of gal and lunch time is probably their busiest time of day, so getting a seat could be tricky anyway. However, if I have a bit of extra time I'll sit in - usually upstairs or near the back of the ground floor level where it's quieter. Layout and seating-wise, it's much like any other Starbucks. It seems a bit small when you go in (it's weirdly long and thin) but the upstairs seating makes it adequate in that respect. The thing that elevates this particular branch of Starbucks is definitely the staff. They are so friendly and attentive and, as long as they don't have a huge long line, they're very happy to chat and joke away with you. They don't mind quirky orders and I've always found that they get them absolutely right. They're the best - Starbucks doesn't deserve them. I like the range of food and that it includes a few "healthier" options for when a massive flavoured latte, a bacon sandwich and a health-hazard size slice of chocolate cake doesn't seem like a well-balanced plan. However, even the lower calorie options are mostly still a bit high - it would be great if they offered a wider range of salads and fruit. You're definitely going to get West End types here, using the free WiFi and hogging the plug sockets with their Macbooks while they work on their novel. You know what? That's ok. There's free WiFi and coffee - of course people are going to want to work here. I want to work here and I'm not even a novelist. You'll find me upstairs near the back, hogging a plug socket.

    Kevin meet pip, pip doesn't eat all her cake, pip is a weirdo
    Kevin D.

    We all know I love a Starbucks This branch looks a lot smaller from the outside, one of those tardis moments Stretches out to the back with seating and more upstairs, where most of the younger coffee drinkers seemed to be heading The tables were little red with left over coffees and even cake..... Who doesn't eat all their cake.... I hope they fall in a puddle the despicable people Anyway unfortunately it is a busy branch so the cleaning is left as a last scenario after they finish with the customers ....They will never finish ..... They just keep coming Tables were choc full of Apple laptops and iPads, you would be forgiven in thinking they moved the branch of Apple from Buchanan street to here I sat at a table and took out my iPhone not one to bring an action in to the pit of Apple and risk possible dismemberment, took a snap and settled down to enjoy my coffee and the cool jazz music Whig floated like a welcome wave out over the drum of keys and idle chat of the weather and what's for dinner

    Laura M.

    I feel obliged to mention that I very rarely frequent Starbucks, and this is even more so the case with Starbucks other than this one. You see, for all it's chain induced (or should I say forced?) glory I really like THIS Starbucks. It's tiny! The outside consists only of the four feet wide shop front, yet instead it stretches pretty far and there's even an upstairs. This means that it's not usually that busy, so you're almost guaranteed to be able to find a seat if you want one. Similarly, you'll often get to occupy your very own small Starbucks section and not need to overhear other people wittering away. As for the products and prices, they are the standard Starbucks deal so no unexpected surprises will crop up. All in all, a lovely little Starbucks with a little bit more character than other branches and very handy for a quick coffee on the way to/from Hillhead underground.

    Hugh M.

    I thought I would pop in here, as had not been here for a long time. Well. Not since me and an old friend had been chatting to a Spanish girl drinking here. This has got to be one of the cleanest of Starbucks. The staff are lovely. And being next to Hill-head station, it's a great wee place. Great place to relax once you have walked up and down this road. And it attracts all walks of life.

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    ? No queue, coffee good, Gotye isn't bleeding from your ears and the staff are just cheery enough, but not overly so

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    The Steamie Coffee Roasters - Quaint no?

    The Steamie Coffee Roasters

    4.4(31 reviews)
    0.9 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.

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    Soaking up some sun

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    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.

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    Kember & Jones - Kember and Jones

    Kember & Jones

    4.3(56 reviews)
    0.2 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!

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