Tonight, in celebration of moving to Glasgow, moving to the West End and generally celebrating the 'joie de vivre' I found myself exploring my new surroundings, tramping around the streets and looking for somewhere inviting to eat and pass the time... What better and more appropriate place then, than Stravaigin - which I'm sure you're aware means something like 'wander aimlessly' as has been pointed out before - a restaurant I'd previously read good things about and had intended to hunt down ASAP. It did not disappoint, I'm happy to report. A welcoming, warmly lit bar and smiling waitress ushering me into a cozy corner booth with plenty of space to spread the paper out ensured I immediately got that 'warm and fuzzy feeling' of being a welcome customer, and not just another punter that needed feeding and parted with their money as quickly as possible to make room for the next. So far, so very good... I didn't even need the menu and promptly ordered the haggis, neeps and tatties (award winning, so I've read) and a pint. Though I did keep the menu and after a quick read chided myself for not giving it more attention as there were quite a few inventive and lovely sounding dishes on offer... I'll know for next time! Now I'm no expert on haggis, but if spicy, moist and damn tasty with a nice texture make a 'good one' then this was it! The portions not being huge I couldn't resist the sound of 'Banana and peanut turnover with peanut butter ice-cream' for dessert. NOM! So maybe it was clever portion control rather than stingy portions, and if so then hats off and fair play. You can't fault the logic in that can you? Overall I was very impressed with the quality of the food but thought the portions perhaps a bit meagre for the price. Excellent decor throughout, a lovely vibe and attentive yet not overbearing service make this an easy 4-star rating for me; I'm sure I'll be wandering in that direction again before long for a second Yelping... (Look ma, I made a funny!) read more

I normally implement a personal rule to pass on restaurants with names I can't pronounce. Straw-Vague-in? Struh-Va-gin? Str-Avai-gine? Bah! Lucky after a meal at this place (that will remain unpronounced) it can decidedly be renamed YUM. Sitting around a table of foodies, I was able to sample everything from venison to haggis, steamed mussels, Vietnamese rare beef and of course the quintessential mashed neeps and champit tatties. We were tucked nicely down in a cosy dining room below a lively fire-placed pub and it felt like our own sultry foodie feast. Apparently Scottish food, while completely unpronounceable, is utterly delicious! p.s. I've learned that to 'stravaig' is a verb in old Scots meaning 'to roam, wander idly, gad about in an aimless manner.' I can easily see myself idly wandering here. Often. read more

As a general rule, I much prefer dinning out midweek than the weekend. I blame Anthony Bordain, ever since reading his book Kitchen Confidential it just seems more logical. The chefs have more time, the restaurants are quieter, staff are less rushed, the food is fresher and the prices tend to be cheaper. Ergo a much better experience. This particular wet Tuesday autumnal evening was much like any other, expect that it was my birthday. And I could think of no better place I'd like to celebrate my 32nd year on the planet than Glasgow favourite, Stravaigin. This West End eatery takes it's name from the old Scots word 'Stravaig' (meaning to wander aimlessly) and that ethos is reflected in their cooking style, taking the best Scottish produce and giving it an international twist. Dishes such as Thai spiced pork belly and hake with red pepper and chorizo sausage are great examples of taking the best of fresh local ingredients and giving them a continental flare. Stravaigin's relaxed style offers dining upstairs as well as down. I personally prefer the cosy, candle lit ambience of downstairs, especially on a wet September evening. The menu is however the same, wherever you choose to sit. The only trouble with said menu is making your mind up, such is the quality and variety of choice. While you deliberate, fresh bread and dip is served, tonight's offering of Berlotti bean and tomato is particularly appetising. Staples like Steamed West coast mussels with sweet chilli and coriander broth, haggis, neeps and tatties are joined by daily/weekly specials such as pan fried pigeon breast. Tonight I opted for a special of Mull cheddar and polenta cakes, which was served in a sweetcorn and chilli veloute. The main course is an even more difficult choice, the Scottish seafood in Bloody Mary broth closely pipping the 'curry of the moment'. A smorgasbord of treats from Scottish waters including crab, clams, mussels and salmon, served up in a tasty tomatoey broth. This is washed down nicely by a crisp, slightly creamy Garganega, selected from the uncluttered, unpretentious wine list. I'm not much of a pudding man but even I am powerless to resist the salted caramel and chocolate tart, served with amaretto ice-cream and honeycomb. This calorie laden treat is to die for! Once again this multi AA rosette winning restaurant is right on the money, consistently delivering wonderful food in great surroundings. read more

Wow. Having spent two weeks in the Scottish Highlands eating overcooked burgers, potatoes, wilted lettuce and pudding, I'll admit my palette was ready for something ... half-decent. But Stravaigan was truly exceptional, as good as any gastropub (a misnomer, really - this place is anything but a pub) in Brooklyn or PDX or certainly San Francisco. The vibe is calm and cool - seems like this is a place local food service people eat after work, which is a good sign ... and the wait staff were attentive and smart without doting. They didn't flatter or linger, but were friendly and efficient - a nice touch. We had, at different rounds, an amazing beetroot tart with pickled veggies and cream; traditional haggis with sweet potatoes and nips (turnips, apparently); stuffed pork belly that was perfectly tender; and a round of desserts that were creative and yet somehow still Scottish. I know the UK gets a pretty bad rap for its food, and London perhaps deservedly so - but come north, laddies, for Glasgow may be leading the charge toward real food - if they gain independence the race will really be on! read more

Damn you Glasgow, you do fine dining well and there wasn't a fried bars bar in sight! I came here with a huge group of people and even though the service was a little slow, it was friendly and efficient. Now to the food! A mighty meaty feast for all. You can get gout just by reading the menu. I went for their special of a Thali and there was more food that I could squeeze into my slowly widening body. Highly recommended! read more

My recent visit to Stravaigin just made it clear to me that they are retaining their place as one of the better restaurants in Glasgow. The location in the West End is perhaps a bit off as a tourist but seeing that Glasgow is not huge it is still easy to get here. The upstairs is the pub part and downstairs is the restaurant - I do prefer upstairs but not sure if it is possible to reserve there. When arriving we were promptly given attention and taken to our table. The place was very full, not surprising since it was a Saturday night. The full restaurant did however mean lack of service, we had to wait 15 minutes to place our order for food and drinks. That is a bit much but it must be said that the waitress noted that she forgot to come by and take orders so after that initial slip up she was very attentive. Stravaigin has a good selection of both beer and wine and the prices are, at least coming from London, very reasonable. We started of with a cava that was very nice and it was only £6.95 for 2 glasses so a great deal. Wines were mostly around £4 a glass (some slightly less and some slightly more) and the selection was good. Food-wise the menu offers some Scottish classics such as Haggis, Haddock but also mixes Asian influences and food from around the globe. We started off sharing an excellent empaneda that was served with some nice guacamole and some onion and salad. A perfect little snack to start with. For the mains we went for slightly different things - I am sucker for a good beef brisket chili and the one at Stravaigin ranks among the really good ones. It is also large enough to share so in retrospect we would have been fine splitting that. The other main was the duck wings with a nice and fresh rhubarb and walnut salad. The rhubarb really matched the ducks in an excellent way but I would still if I return want the chili again as it was just so good. When it came time for dessert we were actually already too full but we could just not stop ourselves from ordering the peanut and banana baklava. It came with a salted caramel popcorn ice cream and sesame popcorn. There was actually a bit too many flavors mixed so I would have preferred perhaps making it a bit more simple. The ice cream was great on its own but the baklava did not really work with both the peanut and banana so would have preferred perhaps just the banana. Still a good dessert though and we left happy after the feast. The damage was not at all bad either since we shared starter and dessert (and we were still more than full). read more

The restaurant downstairs is our go-to venue to celebrate special occasions. The inventive menu always offers a few surprises, often employing weird and wonderful combos to good effect. Great atmosphere, always busy and lively, but the small size keeps it feeling cosy and intimate. The bar upstairs is also great if you're looking for something new to enjoy - though be prepared to pay proper West End prices to do so. Eating upstairs isn't so pleasant, with tables very close together, with weekend brunches particularly popular with large groups which can make it a bit of a squeeze. Dogs are also welcome in the bar, a real negative point for me when it's somewhere I'm going to be eating. Great staff, always feel spoilt coming here. Would love to come more often if budget allowed! read more

Sorry to be a killjoy but I did not think this place was worth all the raves. I appreciated the creativity of the menu, and despite the tables being extremely close together, the atmosphere was really excellent and that's not something that can be manufactured. A restaurant either is a convivial meeting space or it isn't. Stravaigin is--it's got a sense of humor and they absolutely nailed the lighting, which I am very fussy about. But the food...while they get points for creativity, they lose those same points on execution. To be fair, the fig &etc pissaladiere and the duck liver parfait were lovely. Light and tasty with an delightful combination of textures and flavors that melted in your mouth. But the entrees did not live up to their descriptions. The mussels were very fresh and tasty on their own, but the broth tasted like someone had dissolved a beef stock cube in water. It was a brutal monotonous assault on my palate. The guinea fowl dish tasted like someone had dumped a heaving cup of sea salt all over it, and under all that salt the flavors themselves were laboriously heavy, with none of the light whimsy that touched the appetisers. I might have still given it four stars, because the appetisers were so promising and suggested that there were good mains to be had, but then the service was abysmal. Our waiter repeatedly stood in the door, did a survey of his tables, and then turned tail and ran away into the kitchen. I saw him clock our dirty plates and glasses several times but always failed to come clear them. We were there for our anniversary and had been all geared up for the whole shebang with desserts and whiskeys and the like, but as we had languished for twenty minutes in front of our dirty plates and empty glasses, by the time our waiter finally deigned to stop by our table again we were ready to go. read more

First time in here properly last night (no, I'm not sure how either) and it was a delight. Only for a few drinks mind, but I was very impressed with both the decor and bar staff; the bar itself was eclectic and made choosing a drink less than straightforward (a good thing!). Good vibes all round with good people, and having the option to open the windows to face out on Gibson Street when it's warm is a treat. All the perks of being outside, without being outside. Nice one. Would love to go back for food. So I will. read more

Glasgow and Michelin is not something that goes hand in hand but one saving grace is Stravaigin which has been awarded a Bib Gourmand for the last 2 years. On top of the Bib Gourmand, Stravaigin also has two AA Rosettes. Stravaigin in Gaelic means "to wander" and this shines through in the restaurants "think global, eat local" adage. The restaurant serves mainly Scottish food but with the occasional ethnic twist in some of the dishes. Living less than 400 meters from Stravaigin for the last few years we really should have visited by now, I can't give you a reason why but for some reason we still hadn't visited. Finally after 2 years of waiting we were heading to Stravaigin for a lunch we had been looking forward to for a very long time. On arrival we were instantly struck at how large the space was inside. To the right there was a bar area with some tables for eating, to the left another space with tables and a nice area upstairs with more space for diners and at night time dinner can be served down stairs. The décor was authentic and provided a cosy atmosphere for either a drink or a good meal. Lunch looked fantastic value at £12.95 for 2 courses and £15.95 for 3 courses. We started with the king prawns theyk were a good size, very juicy and packed full of flavour. The poppy seed and olive oil bread was something we hadn't tried but both of us thought it was very good and not to stodgy. The second starter was a Baozi, now a Baozi was something neither of us had tried or heard of, but it's certainly something we would go for again. The ox cheek was beautiful and tender and perfectly seasoned, it melted in the mouth with every bite. The chili sauce gave a devilish kick without wasting the other flavours. You can't beat a fish super from the chippy? At Stravaigin you certainly can! A LARGE portion of beautifully cooked fish in a light beer batter, beautiful chunky chips and a stunning tartar sauce rounded off a great fish super perfectly. A great main course we thoroughly enjoyed. Being to full we shared Anzac cookie with ice cream which was stunning a great end to the meal. Overall we really enjoyed our lunch, each course displayed a good level of cooking skill and we were more than full afterwards. Our only complaint was waiting close to half an hour for our shared desert but apart from that staff were friendly and efficient and we could find no faults. After waiting so long to try out Stravaigin, we were certainly more than satisfied with our meal and we will definitely be back one evening to try the full menu down stairs. Which offers the finest cooking Stravaigin has to offer, at under £30 for all the food we had felt this was really good value. With a vast array of competition in the West end of Glasgow, Stravaigin easily holds it's own and for us is one of the best Restaurants in the whole of Glasgow (and this is our opinion after one sunny lunch). read more

Located next to the Kelvin (the other river of Glasgow) on Gibson Street, Stravaigins served as the site of my wedding reception. The restaurant staff met with us and discussed menus and number of attendees. On our wedding day, the wedding party and guests wandered from the beautiful Park Circus marriage suites through Kelvingrove Park to Stravaigins and a wonderfully decorated downstairs dining area. The food was excellent and an area had been set aside for the wedding party and the cake. The staff was wonderful and handled everything beautifully. It made it possible for us to get married at a time when we could not afford a large reception. My wife and I will always be grateful to them for this. read more

own-brewed ales in bottles (ask for it) at a withering £4.10. The west end is clearly where it's at. Nice folk. Nice crowd. Nice drinking. Foodie heaven. Doesn't look pubby, but a great place to sit & drink. read more

On Sunday when the rain ceased slightly the wee cuz & I got a cab along to Byres Road to catch a bit of the Road Race. Then as usual our thoughts turned to food once the road was opened we had a wee wander along to Stravaigin, as I had a notion for some really cool fish & chips. The Brunch menu was just finishing so we opted to wait for the evening menu. So that we would not be bored I had a very nice bottle of St Mungo's although I did at first think I was getting a pint,but as it was extremely cold I enjoyed it very much, the wee cuz had the usual Rose wine served just as she likes it. I did have Belhaven Beer Battered Fish with Maris Piper chips & Real Tartare Sauce, the wee cuz had Scallops with pork belly & beetroot salad, I have never seen food disappear so fast she enjoyed it so much she honestly considered ordering another portion, then she helped me polish off my chips as my portion was huge fish on a par with Moby Dick. We had a little respite from food and ordered a couple of cocktails I had a Rhubarb Martini OMG it was pure alcohol, after a wee chat with the Barchap I decided to cut it with a ginger ale Mmmm this could be my new favorite drink, wee cuz had a very delicious Bloody Mary. Since it would be rude not too on a Sunday wee had pudding, Dark chocolate Marscapone & Miso ice cream with sesame popcorn & Spiced caramel pineapple, coconut & lychee sorbet,pineapple puree & coriander salted peanuts we really shared these as they were both too delicious for one person. All of this food heaven for £30.00 each the night was over home into the cumfies and the closing Ceromony read more

Stravaigin - Heaven on a plate - Scottish Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

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Great specials for a great lunch or dinner. Duck pastrami was something I never had before - it was great! It's along the way on most walks to the West side of town and near the Botanic. Friendly staff, great service and quiet. read more

We found this Restaurant / Pub by chance - and we're very glad we did. It's a little out of the way (for tourists anyway), but well worth going off the beaten track. The staff are very helpful and friendly (thank you Alice, Sophie & Mark), translating the local dishes to something we understood. Vegetarians are well catered for, are as real beer aficionados, and wine drinkers. The menu was varied and extensive concentrating on local fresh Scottish fare. I wish we had been in Glasgow for another night, we'll have to go back next time. read more

Since its expansion into the shop next door they've been able to separate out the pub from the restaurant, by providing a nice quiet downstairs area, removing my original major gripe of this popular venue. Still, I'd rather go to the [now closed] bright and airy Stravaigin 2 than the original's basement (although as far as basements go it has been nicely converted) to enjoy their fantastic fish 'n' chips - one of the best in Glasgow: a proper battered fish and a large portion of chunky maris piper "chips" with homemade tartare sauce. They do a mussels pot, but only with a chilli sauce. Despite this page saying they have no wi-fi they do, the password is on your receipt; and despite CAMRA listing this as a real ale pub, you'll be blimmin' lucky to find a real ale on tap here. read more

I have not eaten here in a long time, but visited last week for an afternoon coffee with friends. They had just eaten , had big smiles and were onto the mulled wine. I opted for a coffee and looked stern. There is an upstairs area, away from the bustle of the main bar and mostly for diners. Here, it is possible to have a nice chat, relax over the food and drink, and watch the action below. Stravaigin is another one of Glasgow's keynote restaurants, the home of great Scottish food. Perfect for the winter, as my two friends insisted. It even has seats outside, for smokers, and despite always being busy, it is still easy to get served. Especially if you look as if you are part of a party who have just eaten: then you can get the waiter service. Excellent. read more

Stravaig: to wander about the countryside idly/aimlessly looking for trouble. We weren't looking for trouble -- we were looking for food and we found a really great spot on Gibson Street. Actually, I'm lying. We didn't find this place. I did research and heard all the great things people were saying about this restaurant so I decided to add it to our holiday itinerary. "Think Global, Eat Local" is what Stravaigin is all about. They use fresh ingredients, organic ingredients, seasonal ingredients. Everything's pretty much a recipe for tummy delight. What I ordered tonight: -Stravaigin's award winning haggis with mashed neeps and champit tatties -Fried Hake fillet, king prawn, asparagus and pea risotto, lemon dressed watercress -Lemon, thyme and vanilla pannacotta, Scottish strawberries I don't know what the heck mashed neeps and champit are, but they were really good -- a great add to the haggis (this is my second night in a row with a haggis dish. I love it). The fish was superb, lemony, soft and buttery. The dessert -- to die for! I literally said, "I have to savor this moment, I'm never eating this again!" and closed my eyes as the pannacotta melted in my mouth. The atmosphere at Stravaigin is warm and cozy. It's right by Kelvingrove Park (took a stroll after a visit to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum). We took a narrow spiral staircase up to the second floor, a floor that has low ceilings, brick walls, wooden tables, dim lighting and a small, open window. Felt very hobbit-ish! Love. Great music. The staff was top-notch -- friendly and fast. Loved all the "cheers" we got. If you're ever in Scotland, wander aimlessly. I hope you find Stravaigin. read more

Delicious! Love the decor. Love the food. The lunch menu is brilliant value. Looking forward to coming back to try the cocktails. read more

Stravaigin - Scottish Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Love love love Stravaigin! We came here with another couple on a Thursday night and had the greatest time. Our friend booked ahead which was good because the place was packed, we ate in the cafe side (which is separate from the restaurant) but it was still a full restaurant experience and the menu was similar. We each had a bunch of dishes, they have wee/big versions of all the mains which is great because you can try all different things! Our service was great and our main waiter was fun. The food was fantastic and lived up to the reputation, I had the crab cakes, mussels and haggis which I highly recommend. I think this place is a must visit in Glasgow, and I'm told it is the highest rated restaurant in the city which is easy to believe! Just make sure you have a reservation. read more

Post a work event some people headed to the west end for decent beer and wine. When we first got here it was really busy but we spotted a table just leaving. So we grabbed it. We were then told that there was a waiting list for all tables including those in the bar. We pointed out that there was another table coming free and were told to add ourselves to the waiting list. So we stood in the busy bar area waiting to be put on a waiting list. Eventually a table moved from a tiny table to where they were eating. So we sort of stole that. Was quite a faf considering how small the bar area is to have a waiting system. However, my wine was great and reasonably priced. The decor was awesome and they had lovely spiced nuts. Will be returning as I heard all about there nasi goreng read more

Having wanted to try Stravaigin for literally years, finally an opportunity presented itself, as I was attending a gig at GUU. I booked a table in the mezzanine area. The menu was underwhelming, but opted for the Korean chicken thighs. It was a little light on portion size at first glance but reasonably tasty. I had asked for kimchi on the side but instead they brought it on the dish and with an extra bowl of it. Service was pretty lacklustre, though the guy who seated me was very friendly - pity he didn't serve us. Of their cheeseboard selections, only one was suitable for pregnant ladies, one of whom was my companion, so we didn't hang around for that. Just a little bit mediocre after I'd heard such great things about it. read more

Stravaigin - Korean crispy chicken thighs - Scottish Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Lovely decor, lovely food. You can't really ask much more of a restaurant and Stravaigin hasn't developed its reputation as one of the finest eateries in the city by letting standards drop. I enjoyed the Yelping visitor from London's account of this place as I, too, last visited during an horrendous night accompanied by a biting wind and icy rain. I feel Stravaigin is at its best on these days, with its warm and homely atmosphere exactly what your mind dreams of as you brace the elements. But first and foremost this place is about the food and there are few restaurants in the city where you will find quite as sumptuous Scottish fare. While it's not the cheapest, the pre-theatre deals represent excellent value for money. During my visit I enjoyed a pork belly salad, a curry and a cheese plate as part of the set menu. What makes this particular incarnation of the Glaswegian culinary institution so appealling is that it also includes a classy bar area with drink sthat are not as expensive as you may think. read more

Everything about Stravaigin in flawless. The service, the decor, the wine and especially the food. I last visited here for a pre theatre meal as the price of the al la carte menu was a bit out of my range. My roti dish and cheese board courtesy of Great Western Road's famed cheesemonger I.J. Mellis tasted perfect and was excellent value for money. The staff were just the right balance of attentive and laid back and the wooden and warm toned decor was stylish. Stravaigin is expensive but rest assured, you will be paying for possibly the best restaurant food in Glasgow. read more

There are two parts to Stravaigin, which not everybody knows. There's the upstairs, which is the bar, and there's the downstairs restaurant. Depending on what kind of night you want to have, you can choose either. The bar is, like most bars, a friendly, bouyant gathering place, with a large corner booth, more intimate tables of two (which can be pushed together to make a larger table, if needed. The restaurant downstairs is a place you'd go for your anniversary, Valnetine's day, or graduation meal. More upmarket downstairs, complete with cloth napkins, I'd suggest a classier wardrobe. Upstairs, however, come as you like. You can get the same menu upstairs as you can downstairs, but the service is very different. The pints are a little more on the pricey side; £6.30 for a glass of wine and a pint of San Miguel, but it's comparable to the other places in the area. One of the things that makes Stravaigin unique is that it uses local produce, cheeses and beef, so you know you're supporting Scottish farmers and ranchers. Its tagline is 'Think global, eat local', and has one of the best local policies I've seen in a restaurant. Your conscience is clear, enjoy your meal. The only thing I found fault with is the presentation of the meal. I like a good presentation as much as anybody else, and while I don't expect everything to be slapped onto the plate, really, stacking my steak on top of a perfectly moulded mash is ok, I suppose, but, seemed a bit too 'uppity' for a steak-knife wielding girl like me. Quality of the food is superb; they definitely know what they're doing. So, whether you're in the mood for a intimate meal for two in the restaurant, or a sociable gastro-pub meal upstairs, the quality does not differ from upstairs or down, so enjoy yourself. Oh, and try the mussels. Absolute perfection. read more

3.5 stars Last visit was just a little disappointing....the mussels were outstanding, one of the best best things I ate on the last trip (probably a very distant second to the seafood pasta at mussel inn in Edinburgh)....but the other dishes were less memorable. Curry was ok, though the shrimp were very overcooked and the sirloin entree was less than impressive. Still, a very good place with a great vibe -- and the face lift provided more space and improved ambiance. read more

So this is the second time ive popped in recently (naughty me i shokld have reviewed earlier) so im more than happy to give it the 5 star thumbs up! Loved this place since we had an event here and as i was awaiting someone i thought id have a cheeky rum or three. Both times ive been in the staff have been uber friendly and helpful. Good knowledge of drinks as both times we got talking about a variety of spirits and also food. The log fire is also very toasty after carrying a bike a mile or so on your shoulder and was richly enjoyed lol. All in all, amazing cosy atmosphere, friendly helpful staff and decent prices. A must!! read more

I walked in off the street on a cool late-spring day. The upstairs bar was packed, so I opted for the downstairs restaurant. The meals on the other tables looked so good that I decided to splurge. I had delicious partridge w/greens, steak w/potatoes au gratin plus haggis, and a cheese plate for dessert, wine with the meal and single malt whisky after. The food is not cheap but it's worth the price. read more

Stravaigin - Scottish Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

At some point our go-to bar for after work drinks, after-exam drinks, and special occasion drinks of all kinds became Stravaigin, and boy am I glad it did! (It's a whole lot better than the GU beer bar after all!) My favorite thing about the Strav is how it effortlessly merges the elegance and sophistication you'd expect at a restaurant of such high quality with the casual and relaxed atmosphere of a local pub. The place is always brimming with regulars and it doesn't matter what you wear, but it would still be one of my top choices for a fancy or celebratory meal out. Their wine selection is really decent and their cocktails are delicious! My favorite would have to be the cherry sour (not to be confused with cherry sourz! haha). Usually however, I opt for a pint with pals (or 4...) and end up staying 'til they close and stumbling out on to Gibson Street. The best part? There's a taxi rank right outside it, takeaways line the street, and there's a 24 hour shop across the road, so everything that you could need on a night out is on its doorstep. To top it all off, there are outside tables with (working!) heaters and the staff always have good chat and real bartending talent. Honestly this place is just great. Why only four stars? It ain't cheap, especially on a student budget (and the fact that it's a student favorite should be a testimony to how great it is!). If I was made of money I'd come here alllll the time though. read more

Very warm decor. Loved the fairy lights, the balcony was a great view of the whole restaurant and it felt very inviting. The food was perfectly proportioned and delicious. The only reason I give 4 stars was the waitstaff, though friendly and knowledgeable, was not as attentive as I would have hoped. Other than that I would highly recommend! read more

I was only in Stravaigin for drinks though I was very impressed with the warm, vibrant atmosphere on this Saturday night. The place was very busy and my friend and I just managed to get the last seat availible, on a very nice little balcony overlooking the rest of the establishment. It is very small though and I couldn't help but think that it would be better if it was bigger to cope with the demand. Space was really at a premium on the balcony, with four people having to cram around the small tables and little space between each one, making getting down to the toilet a bit hazardous. There is also a big mirror on the wall up here which you may not notice at first, making the balcony seem bigger than it really is. Don't almost walk into it like me (also notice a similar thing happened to my brother in the Salon... these damn West End mirrors). The clientele was a mix of young and old, and it looked like everybody was having a good time on this Saturday night. I love old traditional Scottish pubs like this; being from Argyll I felt particularly at home with the stags heads on the wall and the old road signs for Kames and Tighnabruich - decorations like this really bring the place to life. Two pints of Carlsberg cost the same as round of a jack 'n' coke and vodka 'n' coke; both £5.40 - very good considering you would expect most traditional Scottish pubs to be a bit pricey. read more

Great for good scottish food, there haggis is amazing and is well worth trying. The bar upstairs is great for snacks, the bar open to 1 am lots of nights, which is good. The downstairs dinning room is great for more formal dinners. The whisky selection at stravaigin is one of the only things that lets it down, for a scottish restaurant you would expect a better selection. I love eating here and would suggest that anyone try the food here. read more

Best gastro pub in Glasgow and the best I've ever been to so by that logic I can safely say it is the best gastro pub in the multiverse. Delicious takes on Scottish classics, a baller booze selection and an atmosphere that will always make you feel welcome. It ain't super cheap but it's super worth it. read more

This was my second visit to Stravaigin as I found a great deal on the 5pm website which offered three courses and a small glass of wine for £15. The surroundings of the resturaunt are beautiful, wooden and well presented. The staff at first were very attentive and poilte, and the food was pleasant. However, we sat for over 30minutes waiting to see if our dessert plates would be taken away and we would be given our bill. Finally I decided we had waited long enough and we went to the desk ourselves. It was only then we remembered was the same reason we had left disheartened on our last visit. I understand that they do not want to hurry patrons but I made it rather clear we were finished. It's a shame that polite staff, pleasant food and lovely surroundings are ruined by slow service. I doubt I would visit again-definetly not if I were planning to go somewhere afterwards. read more

Really trying too hard. It used to be simpler and less pretentious. Service isn't great, with the exception of some younger bubblier staff. The bar men are essentially overweight and grumpy. They do serve some good beers though and the cocktails are slow to arrive but tasty. read more

My husband raved about this restaurant after his work Christmas night out. Perhaps it was because he was so enthusiastic that I was quite underwhelmed when we went a few weeks later. The menu was very ordinary and quite pricey. The bar upstairs was very cosy and buzzing which I liked but the dining room downstairs was a bit too formal for my liking. read more

Stravaigin - Scottish Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Fantastic restaurant with an amazing warm vibe. I had my very first haggis here and I absolutely LOVED it! My first choice of entree was not available so I tried the venison ossu bucco which, unfortunately, was a bit of a let down. Was very flavorful, but just way too much bone. My server was lovely and attentive and the wine was amazing. Overall a 5 star restaurant which I will gladly visit again the next time I'm in Glasgow. read more

Visited here on a Saturday night with my 2 friends. I booked over a week in advance and could only get a table for 6:30pm.However I did not realise that the restaurant is downstairs and is tiny! I was kind of hoping to sit upstairs which is less formal and has more of an atmosphere. Our table was nice though. The menu has some strange ingriedients on there but I thought they had an excellent variety. As it was St Andrews day I went for something Scottish - haggis! I have heard that this haggis has won awards so I was dying to try it. It was good but I wouldn't say it was much different to haggis I have had at other places (the whisky sauce wasn't as good as The Boathouse in Kilsyth which I think is the best haggis in Glasgow). However I thought the price was very reasonable as the plate was huge. The mash was creamy and the neeps were good too. You have to buy sauce separately which is bit of a let down so me and my friend shared an order as she got haggis too. My other friend got fish and chips which was also huge and cheap! It looked tasty too. We were given free bread and dip which was nice (and even better as it was a freebie - not enough places in Glasgow give freebies!) We had a look at the desserts however there was nothing on it which I fancied - think they are trying to be posh with their dessert menu eg olive oil cake- however I would have just liked something simple like sticky toffee or chocolate melt in middle! We shared some cava which was reasonably priced aswell so overall I would definitely go back as it was great prices and there are a few more dishes im dying to try. Staff were pleasant however had a bit of trouble getting the waitresses attention when asking for bill. We went upstairs to get cocktails however the bar was far too busy (pay weekend) so we got a taxi outside. read more

Damn you, Stravaigin. Making me look like a liar on Yelp. The new bar is a great addition and best of all they've fixed their chips!!!! Creamy on the inside and crisp and brown on the outside. Well done, Stravaigin. Well done. read more

Never had haggis before, but I knew exactly what it was. Here, however, my prejudice and suspicions were swept away for good and I absolutely fell in love with this traditional dish. Also, been in for brunch many times, wonderful full Scottish breakfast (with sausages, eggs, beans and fantastic black pudding!!) avec gorgeous coffee. read more