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    The Anchor Line

    4.1 (39 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Good for groups
    Dressy

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    Prosecco
    Willemijn F.

    Great atmosphere, friendly staff, nice decor and reasonably priced drinks. Would recommend the Pink Buchanan and the Cucumber Fizz.

    Classy
    Briony C.

    It's flashy, it's classy, it's got style and it's sauve. The pricey menu might be a little off-putting initially, but it's worth a visit for a special occasion - or to add some extra sparkle to a catch up with a friend. I was running late for our booking by a good 20 minutes but they were still good enough to seat us in some of the nicest seats in the house, the booths in the dining area. I love a booth. The place definitely has a lot of glamour to it and the walls are covered in nautical memorabilia, but in a classy way. As I said above, the menu is pricey which had put me off visiting before. I think they have recently added a pre-theatre option, although this menu wasn't offered to us when we were seated so it was the hefty a la carte menu instead. Cuts of steak start at £21 (with sauce extra, ouch) and most mains are over £15. I'd already had lunch and so just ordered a starter of scallops (£9.45) with a side of asparagus (£4.50) as my main. I also tried a Basilian mocktail (lunch time and new drink driving laws make boozing less appealing) - ginger beer, basil, lime and Orgeat (£3.95) which was just like a mojito and very refreshing. Food arrived quickly and my scallops were lovely - three plump beauties with pancetta and a grilled corn purée. The menu said there was also basil and chilli but mine had chives instead, and no real hint of chili. There's not much you can say about sprigs of asparagus - these were nicely cooked and a little buttery. Six springs for £4.50 does seem a little steep to me though. Service was good and pretty smooth. Strangely enough I think we were served by no fewer than 5 different waiters while we were there, with each of them checking up on us as we passed by. It wasn't intrusive, but it was surprising always seeing a difference face. I had a phone call to take so went next door to perch at the bar which was bustling with people who'd just knocked off work. The bar staff didn't seem to mind that I sat there for a good while on the phone without a drink, and left me to my own devices. This place seems to attract people above 40 for drinks which is understandable as it's so pricey. I left impressed but not dying to go back which is why it's a 4 star for me, for now.

    THE steak frites.
    Laura C.

    There are few things that will motivate me to de-Slanket and run a comb through my hair on a sleet-soaked Saturday during that greyest of grey post-Christmas slump. Some of my favourite women suggesting that we go for "a drink" is one of those things. Having enjoyed several cocktails in The Anchor Line before, we trudged our way across the dreich city to St Vincent Place and ensconced ourselves. Part of the Di Maggio's empire, the Anchor Line opened in the former cruise line booking office at the end of 2014. The aesthetic is true to the history of the building with framed artefacts, posters and menus of a distinctly nautical nature throughout, and a bar that looks like it may have been recovered from the wreck of the Titanic itself. The interior sings of money, with marble and gilt and plush carpets, which unsurprising given the hefty investment behind its transformation. Opulence, they say, is everything, and opulent it is. So, back to "a drink" with friends. After disrobing and shaking off the sleet, it hardly seemed worth staying for just one. A glass of prosecco down and we had barely defrosted, so menus were requested and steak frites became the order of the day. The steak frites was, without exaggeration, one of the best I have tried in Glasgow. For just shy of £16 I did not expect to be presented with such a weighty chunk of charred meat, deep ruby velvet inside, perfectly rested and meltingly tender. I am a self-professed Maillard obsessive, and each bite delivered that punch and smoke that comes only from the use of a Josper grill. The accompanying fries were that slender, pale golden variety of chip that are intensely, moreishly salty and crisp, and it was a challenge not to gleefully shovel them into my mouth by the handful. I also had to stop myself from running a greedy finger around the inside of the béarnaise pot, so perfectly textured was the sauce. We drank negronis, as we are often wont to do, and they were the prefect bitter foil to the richness of our lunch. Three sated Dorothy Parkers full of red meat and gin stepped out of Anchor Line and, emboldened by our excess, trotted towards House of Fraser to further indulge our indulgent natures. So ruined by this experience am I that I can barely bring myself to go back. It was so intensely and satisfyingly good that I am (almost) happy enough to live with the memory, rather than attempting to recreate it. I am, however, being pestered almost daily by my husband to take him, and I may be powerless to resist the lure of the mythically perfect steak frites for much longer.

    Rob K.

    Aaah, I love The Anchor Line. Externally, it's a pretty impressive building, but once you ascend the steps and enter, it's like stepping into a while other world. Decadent doesn't come close to describing this place - it's top to bottom marble and gold gilding wherever you look, with one of the most impressive ceilings I've seen outside of museums. You'll be greeted as soon as you come in, and directed accordingly. The restaurant part is screened off, at the back - I really want to have food here soon! The bar itself always has a gentle buzz about it, and some nights has a piano being played. It is on the expensive side, but for an occasional drink, or a special night out, The Anchor Line is fast becoming one of THE places to be.

    Lamb & black pudding mash. I asked for medium-rare but it was definitely on the well done side of medium. Otherwise, delicious.
    Matthew D.

    From the outside you might think that this is too posh and fancy for a casual lunch. Me and a friend arrived in jeans and trainers but instantly were welcomed by the smartly dressed server, and put in a window seat in the front as it wasn't busy. I ordered the lamb with black pudding mash for main. The lamb was a little overdone as you can see from the photo (I asked for medium-rare) but the black pudding mash was delicious. I don't have a particularly sweet tooth but the banofee cheesecake was just delicious. I don't think I've ever had better. In all this comes just short of 5 stars because of the lamb, but otherwise this was a great meal out and very very good value (two courses for about £16). Definitely would come back.

    I think they need help with plating as this looks ridiculous! Please stop putting pointless tomatoes with a steak!
    Ryan M.

    I came here with 3 of my best mates for a a meal to start off a night out in Glasgow. Its certainly a glamorous looking place for for a bar / restaurant. Lots of french waiters and it is definitely trying to be a posher than a normal pub. On the outside it gives off glamour but some of the food and little details are still a lacking especially if you compare the food to the decor. I tried everything that was ordered on the table. Lobster mac and cheese. This wasn't bad in all fairness, generally though it is a terrible thing to order as you are normally getting the scraps of the lobster. There's was ok but a bit heavy I thought. I'd give it 3 stars. What was excellent though was the oysters rockerfeller. We ordered 6 of them to try and truthfully should have ordered 20. If I came back i would order this and a nice wine to go with it and that would be that! (they did get the order wrong and brought us normal oysters in the first instance which delayed the meal by about 20 min but i forgave them as the rockerfeller oysters were so good) They had a good selection of wine. We had an ok pinot noir for circa £28 a bottle. Not cheap for what it was but not outrageous either. (You are paying for all those french waiters and some one has to dust all that fancy decor!) If you are going to try and be posh though please get a decent dish washer. I don't expect to see stains on all the water glasses! (see photo) We ordered a couple of steaks and mash potato. Why are they trying to be so posh!! I think their plating is a fail as it simply looked empty (check photo). The steaks were cooked to medium rare as ordered but we both felt they were a bit tough and clearly were not aged. If you are going to be posh then please get some posh steaks that will live up to the decor!! Getting coffee was confusing. They could not figure out how to serve a espresso with amaretto. Took 10 min of discussion and still brought the wrong thing out. ( lost in translation?) I would come here for a drink and to have some light starters (those oysters!!) but for the price and what you get overall there are better places to eat a full dinner in Glasgow city centre. Maybe have starters here and a main somewhere else!

    Nadya S.

    A welcome alternative to the usual chain bars & restos on George Square. It's tucked round the corner on the corner of Anxhor Lane & St Vincent St. We had cocktails - plenty to suit every taste & some beers. It's got a relaxed atmosphere, the staff are friendly & the service is prompt. Will definitely be back to try out the food menu.

    Clare S.

    I think this place might be my new spiritual home. Only open for 4 weeks so far, I decided on a whim to pop in here for a quiet glass of wine on a Friday night. I was so impressed, I dragged the girls here the next day for a lunch (well, liquid one for me!) It's not the cheapest place but you really do pay for a level of service - great cocktails, the rose sparkling wine is beautiful and the bar service was lovely - nice and chatty but without feeling forced. There's also a lovely live piano player which adds such a nice vintage touch. I've not eaten here yet - but I was reliably informed that the fish & chips, and the burger were both lovely - and I witnessed the skinniest chips I have EVER seen. Looking forward to going back some time soon, even if it's just for a quiet drink.

    Scallops and Calamari
    Joe H.

    First came here for drinks with friends and plumed ourselves at the bar. First impressions, what a stunning interior and concept. You could easily lose hours in here, given its busy and the bar is well placed to congregate around. We then popped back a fortnight later for lunch and opted for calamari and scallop starters, followed by two fillet steaks. Wow... These starters were out of this world. My only criticism was that the squid could have done with being placed on kitchen towel to remove some of the oil. Freshness and flavour though, were spot on. Fillet steaks actually cooked perfectly medium for a change. Given the hype over the oven its cooked in, I have to say it was just a good steak. Not outstanding. The chateaubriand at Marco Pierres is still the best beef we've had in Glasgow. Now... The bill was just under £100, which you'd expect for two fillets steaks and starters. We didn't begrudge it at all, as it was an excellent meal & we couldn't even eat dinner later we were still stuffed! I'd like to come back on a nighttime to experience it then, compared to a lunch. Superb bar and a lovely restaurant. Great addition to Glasgow eateries. You Gotta Eat Here - For Sure!!

    The cucumber fizz and the Boston ice tea. Brilliant!
    Craig A.

    Came here for a few drinks the other day and have to say I was really impressed. A very classy looking place that's great for a drink. I didn't try the food on my visit but I have heard very good things, though the menu is a bit pricy, meaning it's probably a place best kept for a special occasion. The drinks menu though was fantastic, with a really tasty selection of cocktails on offer. Special mention to the Boston Iced Tea, topped with Sam Adams, it was fantastic! The table service for drinks here is a nice touch too, and almost justifies the quite expensive prices. Though the drinks are a bit pricy, I do think this is reflected in the good service and the decor of the venue. I think this has become one of my new places to visit in town, can't wait for my next visit! One thing I have been warned about is that this place gets seriously busy at the weekends, and that's pretty much from opening time!

    Millionaire cocktail
    Cecilie C.

    Well, I first heard of Anchor line when I moved to Glasgow a few months back. I met this incredible American woman, part archeologist part food writer (seriously) and asked her about cocktail places. "Anchor line" she said "it's THE place for cocktails in Glasgow". So after a very disappointing lunch at the Grand Central hotel (never setting foot in that place again), which was supposed to lead on to cocktails at the grand central hotel (nope), my friends and I decided to relocate. Off to the Anchor line. Thank you THANK YOU Anchor line for saving my afternoon. Service: spot on, atmosphere: classy, cocktails: five stars!! I had the aviation first (anything with violet makes me happy) followed by the frozen pineapple margarita. Both were delicious. Will definitely return to try the rest of the menu.

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    Review Highlights - The Anchor Line

    For just shy of £16 I did not expect to be presented with such a weighty chunk of charred meat, deep ruby velvet inside, perfectly rested and meltingly tender.

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    Ardnamurchan - Lowland Buzz

    Ardnamurchan

    4.6(42 reviews)
    0.4 miCity Centre

    BLUF: Best meal I had while in Scotland. This is a cozy…read morespace that you can easily dress up or be casual in. The service is very friendly and attentive. The menu has so many Scottish foods in it, there's no doubt this is a Scottish fare restaurant. I did have to look some of it up because even other Scottish restaurants hadn't had things like cranachan or rumbledethumps on their menus. Ordered were: bread, beef stovies, lamb rump, slow braised beef short rib, cranachan, and chocolate brownie. The beef stovies is beef stew with a potato pancake hat served in a cast iron cauldron. Very cool presentation, and quite a tasty stew inside. I liked the small cut of everything, so it was easy to eat. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, without being overcooked. I substituted rumbledethumps for the polenta so I could try some, it was a lot like mashed potatoes with some extra flavor in it from the cabbage. The black garlic emulsion was a little earthy but went with the lamb so well as a result. My only fault would be the mint drizzle being too sweet for my taste. The short rib was masterful, essentially fall off the bone, and a good herby rub. The desserts were a step down from the mains. The cranachan felt like it had bromelain in it, breaking down my tongue as I was eating it. Outside of that sharpness, a very tasty and solid dessert. The brownie was heavy and fudgy, so if that's your type of brownie then it's here for you. Otherwise it's too much on a stomach already packing the amazing dinner preceding it. All in all, what a place, what a meal, recommended.

    Holy scott! Just simply amazing food. Stellar service. It's a high end dining experience but still…read moresemi casual (no need to dress up). There's options around 15£ but typical plates are 20-35£. We were so hungry we forgot to take dinner pics; we had the Slow Braised Short Rib (uh-freakin-mazing!!) the Chicken Breast (juicy & cuts with a fork) and the Venison Stew (tasted like Filet). Drinks were delightful. Service was stellar (and they were FULLY booked on a Thursday at 8pm; but we shared the 2 tiny hi-top tables near the bar and had an amazing dinner). Dessert was worth going for all on it's own!

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    Ardnamurchan - Pan seared COD filet, mashed potatoes and olives.

    Pan seared COD filet, mashed potatoes and olives.

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    Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie - Hutchesons

    Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie

    4.2(53 reviews)
    0.2 miMerchant City, City Centre
    ££

    this is in downtown, I did not see any parking around…read more Great decor, the staff was AMAZING! Waiter spent a great deal of time talking to us just as if we known him for a long time it was great. the level of friendliness and hospitality was very impressive. The menu is very nice and not expensive at all. TRUFFLED BRIOCHE- The dish is amazing even though I did not taste any truffle but there was a entire truffle mushroom itself there, the plate they presented it in was annoying to rest the silverware, was a bowl type of plate and the fork kept falling in lol GOLDEN BREEZE- the drink was suggested by our waiter and it was amazing cudos to him! GNOCCHI- WHAT an unfortunate plate. This was to me not a gnocchi.i love the fact that our waited noticed and made sure to ask me if everything was ok with my choice, that shows that the staff cares about customer service. The gnocchi was blend and tasteless it to me was more of a polenta and not a gnocchi it was cooked pan fried and not like a past should so it was not a great plate definitely not a gnocchi. I would definitely recommend the place, not the gnocchi but the place was pretty nice. come and have a try!

    I had high expectations for this place. I started out with a mushroom soup, it was pretty good, it…read morehas a very earthy taste. I like that they had gluten free bread and it was great. They didn't bring me a spoon with my soup so I had to flag someone down to get one. Not a huge deal but you tend to expect more from a place like this. When I finally got someone she apologized and said I don't know what's happening here, that shouldn't have happened. Really an apology alone would have sufficed without the extra commentary. I had the steak. The steak has a good taste but I ordered hollandaise sauce as my sauce and I wish I would not have poured it on my steak because it wasn't very good. The sauce just really lacked flavor. So, overall it was ok. Not the worst meal I've had but not the best either. I would go back I just wouldn't order the hollandaise sauce.

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    Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie - Baked Camembert cheese

    Baked Camembert cheese

    Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie - Beautiful bar :)

    Beautiful bar :)

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    Mharsanta - Fish & Chips

    Mharsanta

    4.5(19 reviews)
    0.4 miMerchant City, City Centre

    First time's a charm[1]. If you're seeking Scottish cuisine, look no further…read more Haggis carbonara (£18.75) is a recent addition to Mharsanta's menu - my Scottish friend tried it and told me "it's rich!" - and after I sampled it, I knew I had to come back for it. And I did. After a night of touring local pubs, I ended up at Mharsanta for this wild pasta dish. And I'll say: devouring a plate of this is both a commitment and a pleasure. And after a small twist of the arm, I ended up having three more drinks than planned. They've got a full bar. Take that as you will. Thanks Olivia (x2), Liam, and Halima for putting up with me. Credit accepted. [1] Usually it's "second time's a charm", but I was a smitten kitten after my first visit.

    Excellent selection of Scottish favorites in Merchant City - went with a dozen work colleagues this…read moreevening, some from our local Glasgow office, the rest from London and the United States. We had reserved the private dining room downstairs, and had a dedicated bartender, who got us started with drinks. I tried a range of the peaty Islay whiskies, such as the Laphroaig 10, Lagavulin 8, and Lagavulin 16 - which smelled the peatiest but was surprisingly smooth. Once we were seated, we ordered a variety of starters. I tried the crispy fried calamari, hand diced king scallops, Stornoway black pudding croquettes, and Haggis Scotch Egg (my favorite), and then ordered the haggis carbonara (in honor of my Italian friend and colleague Adriano) as my main course. This was an inspired choice as I thoroughly enjoyed it, even though Adriano disapproved as they didn't make it "right!" Nobody else except me wanted dessert - I was curious about the traditional Cranachan (Scottish raspberries, whisky, cream and oats) - which looked delightful, but was more cloying than light and airy. Overall, a memorable experience, partly because of the drink and food, but mostly because I enjoyed the company of colleagues who are quickly becoming friends.

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    Bar Area at Mharsanta

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    Hand diced king scallops

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    Ox And Finch - @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26 old spot pork loin, miso and sage

    Ox And Finch

    4.7(145 reviews)
    1.3 miSauchiehall Street West, West End
    ££

    We enjoyed an absolutely wonderful meal at Ox and Finch. Walking in to the restaurant there is lots…read moreof wood and it feels like a neighborhood place. Located at a corner, there are also a large number of tables outside. On an evening with agreeable weather, they were all occupied. The menu is designed as a sharing menu with a wide variety of choices-vege, fish and meat. And the size of the offerrings range from snack to a dish that is large enough for one person to enjoy as a full meal. We chose the trout, crab salad, spiced cauliflower (really good), sea bream (delish), and crispy haddock (nice). I chose the salt baked beatroot for my dessert-flavorful and not too sweet. My wife had the chocolate cremeux that she really loved. Our server was such a friendly person and her way of communicating definitely added good feelings to our experience. It was graduation time for the University of Glasgow and we saw many families with their students. For me, that's a really good sign. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Ox & Finch is one of three Michelin Bib Gourmand eateries in Glasgow from Scoop Restaurants Group,…read morethe food Ingredient-forward with a focus on letting proteins and Seasonal produce shine for themselves. A lively spot in Finniestion, an abundance of Pubs on the same block just South of Kelvingrove Park already growing busy at 18h00, guests are offered seats at high-tops or leather banquettes with the later bathed in light by windows. Open daily from 12h00 to 22h00, the menu prone to seasonal change and best described as "Tapas style" plus a few proper Entrees, Beverages cover a global map of Wine and Beer plus Cocktails including several forms of Spritz. Well priced and properly portioned, a good diner easily able to manage three or four choices, Ox & Finch's Cod Cheeks seem something of a signature and are well-worth ordering as Fish, Pork and Blood Sausage join together on Bread like some sort of Catalonian fever-dream. Efficient if not pleasant in terms of service, a variety of youngsters delivering plates in a timely fashion, volume rises as the night goes on thanks to high ceilings, but not so much as to drown out the bold flavors of Beef cooked like Pot Roast beneath Mushroom Gravy or tender Pork Loin kissed with Miso and Sage. Unable to choose just one Dessert, a downfall of dining solo, Chef Craig Nelson and Jonathan MacDonald prove equally well-suited for sweets as they are for savories with both the Financier and Trifle finding sweet yet fresh balance while incorporating varying textures and temperatures.

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    Ox And Finch - @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26

    @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26

    Ox And Finch - @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26 cod cheeks, chorizo, tomato and morcilla on toasted sourdough

    @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26 cod cheeks, chorizo, tomato and morcilla on toasted sourdough

    Ox And Finch - @endoedibles on Instagram 06/29/26 slow-cooked feather blade of beef, pale ale and confit mushrooms

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    Mussel Inn - Shallot mussels

    Mussel Inn

    4.0(37 reviews)
    0.2 miCity Centre
    ££

    Does not exist. We went to Banca Di Roma and had a fantastic meal outside and drinks upstairs. One…read moreof my friends wanted to know how much a bottle of the Japanese whiskey was, but upon hearing the price we all decided on our own individual drinks. :)

    Met Herself in here for a wee pre-Christmas lunch date. I've been in a few times before, but only…read morefor lunch so I don't consider myself to be fully indulged in the seafood cornucopia that is Mussel Inn. As it was only lunch I restrained myself and opted for a starter of the fish cakes with a side order of chips, which was just as well as the fish cakes were a tad on the small side. This was mildly disappointing at the time, but actually they would have been fine as a starter if you were moving on to something more substantial. I was glad I'd ordered the chips as well though. Herself as usual went for the eponymous bivalve molluscs that are the house speciality. These were quite on the large side, and disappeared before I had a chance to get a picture of the bowl so must have been good! An Americano coffee to finish was of good strength and taste, even if it was only just over half a cup; presumably they were leaving a gap for the milk that I didn't ask for and don't want. Still, I guess if they'd topped it up with water it would be weaker and that would be almost as big a sin. The restaurant is quite large and was pretty empty on this particular lunchtime. They have a mezzanine area upstairs that you can rent for private groups, which would be great if you had enough folk who were seafood lovers.

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    Mussel Inn - Complimentary bread

    Complimentary bread

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    The Western Club Restaurant - Duck w peaches and turnips

    The Western Club Restaurant

    4.2(5 reviews)
    0.0 miCity Centre
    ££

    Food was excellent. Friendly and professional staff. Place was well decorated. Awesome dining…read moreexperience overall.

    Formerly a private members club, the Western Club Restaurant is now open to the public. We were…read morelucky enough to be able to get a seat on an early Saturday night and try it out - an interesting menu, delicious food and friendly staff meant we walked out very content indeed! Located on Royal Exchange Square, one of my favourite places in Glasgow, I was dying to try this place out. We had attempted to go to another restaurant for an early Saturday dinner but it was "booked out" (read: one table of guests) so we ended up here. At reception the girl phoned up to see if they could fit us in which was lovely. The dining room is modern casual - a little similar to Hutchesons but without some of the awkward seating layouts they have. We went for the pre-theatre menu (£15.95 for two courses) - there's also a Yelp check-in deal which is the same offer but with a glass of wine as well, win. We actually didn't use the check-in deal as we shared a bottle of Chablis instead. We were treated to some lovely canapes to start which were very welcome, especially on a pre-theatre menu when you might not expect them! I had duck breast to start which was served really thinly sliced and was a smaller portion than I expected, but by the end of the meal I appreciated it! I then had the fillet of beef which was served with haggis and potato dauphinoise - a really well executed dish with a lovely red wine jus and a delicious dauphinoise. There was perhaps a little too much haggis with the dish but that's my own personal preference. We then decided to go for dessert and both got the creme brulee even though I really shouldn't eat quite so much dairy in one go. I stuck to just eating off the delicious top layer and donated the rest to Graeme which I'm sure he appreciated! Service was another highlight of our meal here - our main waitress was from New Zealand so her and I had a lot to chat about! She was super helpful and welcoming, and added an extra bit of sparkle to the meal. Overall service was really good without being stuffy or pretentious.

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    The Western Club Restaurant - Window seat view

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    The Shandon Belles

    The Shandon Belles

    4.6(14 reviews)
    0.8 miFinnieston, West End
    ££

    This place is a lovely mystery, tucked out of the way off the beaten track. As with any such…read morerestaurant, they have to make sure there's a lot to shout about so that you'll get your friends to come along and try it. Shandon Belles does not disappoint! The menus are always fantastic, and they like to keep it all seasonal so the produce is as fresh and local as possible. There is a good variety of dishes for the munching, but there is usually only one vegetarian option available as a main course so if you have a veggie amongst your number, make sure to check the menu before you drag them in. I had the pleasure of attending a Christmas Lunch with my colleagues at this fine establishment. Everything was absolutely delicious. What I particularly like is that they have veg in bowls for passing around the group, rather than just dish them out regardless of people's preferences. You can have as much or as little as possible. Oh, and all their desserts are amazing, and they have different specials every week. The cheesecake is particularly good (and I shouldn't have it because of my lovely allergies), and they make their own tablet to go with the coffee! The waiting staff are ever attentive, filling your glass with the table wine whenever they spot an empty glass. They're always smiley and up for a chat as well! It's refreshing to see staff that seem to be enjoying the company of the customers. It certainly helps to foster a homely vibe to this charming wee place. Don't be shy, give it a try! It won't stay off your radar for long. ^^

    Now, I've been here once before & was taken back on how random the location of the place is!…read more Tucked away behind the Church/Cathedral near Anderston and Finnieston, on the old Argyle Street, beneath The Two Fat Ladies @ The Buttery. Was my friends birthday meal here & 8 of us neatly packed in around one table on a busy Friday evening. Set menu at £16 for two courses and £18 for three (from memory!) They also have specials on, which tonight was a Pork Loin with mustard mash and a rosemary and thyme jus. (Can tell Fiona went for this!) Service was as I recalled & excellent the whole night. We pretty much spent 3 hours in there & the last table out... At no time did we feel anything was an issue for the staff. I had the chilli and tortilla chips for starters & pleasantly surprised at the chips being made in house. Absolutely lifted the dish for me to another level. Cottage Pie for mains & it was roasting! Could have done with room to move the meat around underneath, as some bits were a little oily, but it just needed mixed. Absolutely delicious delicate flavours mind. My only criticism of the meal experience, was the house wine they supply. Simply put at £10/12 a bottle - frankly rotten stuff. We ended up ordering from the buttery wine list to £41 for a bottle of pinot noir, to get something you could drink without tasting the chemicals! At £10/12, you can do a lot better on the wine front - no excuse there I'm afraid. Whole meal itself was a delight & more a dining experience with the quirks of old style plates/cutlery like in the pig and the butterfly restaurants. Will be back here to eat no doubt again & so should you! You Gotta Eat Here - For Sure!! :-D

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    The Anchor Line - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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