This lovely little cake shop tortures me every day because I have to walk by without being enticed…read moreto go in and buy a cake! The good news is they have cute little cakes and tartlets if you can't resist! They ladies in the store are very nice and you can tell they enjoy what they do. If you need a wedding cake or a lovely cake for an event, The Cake Gallery is definitely worth checking out!

I love this place. I needed an inscribed cake at short notice for my parents Ruby Wedding…read moreAnniversary. Not only were they able to make a top notch sponge/ jam/ cream cake with a personal touch at short notice, the customer service was top notch as well. During this transaction, I interacted with two staff members independently of the other & I was blown away with how genuine and matter of fact these women are. As a West Ender it is sometimes easy to become jaded to certain businesses on my own doorstep. As such I wish I had an excuse to use this quality bakery more often & I really rate it & value it as part of the local community. It is an undiscovered gem that deserves to be highly rated & more widely known!

In the West End and so surrounded by places where people drink organic tea and talk about dolphins,…read moreAulds is a proper old-style bakery, with pies and sausage rolls that may be a bit pricier than Greggs, but actually taste like they're homemade and will almost always be warm. I've always been a fan of their breakfast rolls, as the bacon is done crispy, and on many occasion have left after a roll and bacon and a roll and black pudding a very satisfied cutomer. They do great little apple pies as well, which unusually look like tiny, sugary scotch pies. Brilliant.

Auld's does indeed seem out of place here in the quirky west end but it is a very popular member of…read moreGreat Western Road and offers an alternative to Greggs. A friend of mine who worked in another Auld's always told me how it was much better than Greggs although I am not convinced as far as sandwiches go. As for the cakes though, it is pretty good and very reasonable. The scones are amazing! Another much-needed characteristic is their birthday cakes. You can order from a huge book of personalized cakes for all different sizes, including photo cakes. Ideal for that special birthday!

Pies are very greasy. Meat in bridies are the size of a 5p piece. Cakes and rolls are fine.read more

If you want a some tasty treats or a lunch time snack this is the place to go. If you want freshly…read morehomemade goodies and an alternative to Greggs this is where to get them taste buds going wild. Ok so maybe not wild but definitely much tastier than Greggs. Nae offence Greggs! You've just got to try their jam donuts, they are the most delicious donuts I've ever tried and they're square. I've even heard from a local that when Sir Alex Ferguson was up with a coach load of footballers, he made the coach driver stop off so he could pop into Watsons. It's a little hidden as it's off the main road but I would definitely make a detour and swing by for some mighty scrumptious snacks.

The best phrase by my beloved Kate Spade is Eat Cake for Breakfast, boy oh boy I could. The…read moreButterscotch Bakery is such a lovely addition to Hyndland. I first met Rachel at the BBC Good Food Show, where she showed me how to pipe icing properly. When I heard she was opening up, I couldn't have been more excited. Even more so when I found out just how close it was to me. (So much so I have been for the past 2 Saturdays and am most likely going twice this weekend...) This is a bakery, selling cake, cupcakes, tray bakes, teas, coffees and soft drinks. There are a variety of gluten free options available. The bakery is through the back, so the place smells of cake permanently. I've sampled both the red velvet and salted caramel cupcakes. The red velvet was gorgeous, although I loved the salted caramel cupcake more. The centre was filled with ooey gooey caramel. The tea was better than the coffee, coming in individual gorgeous glass teapots. A cup of earl grey is the perfect accompaniment to a piece of cake. I love the quirky antique sets that everything gets served in. Rachel also does custom cakes and cupcakes for all occasions, ranging from weddings, birthdays to graduations. The bakery accepts cash and cards. No outdoor seating (yet!)

We popped in here to check out the cakes :) We're super excited about the bakery since that is…read moresomething Hyndland has been lacking for awhile now. We bought carrot cake and it was excellent. Spot on with the buttercream frosting. We will definitely be back. They offer Gluten free and Vegan options. We did see one Gluten free option out but I didn't see any vegan. But it's nice to know if you want to order a cake for a friend with an allergy.

I saw that Matilda's had finally opened after what seemed a long time. I had heard that it was…read moregoing to be a patisserie from STV News and was rather excited because I visit Paris a lot and LOVE cake. I walked in and people were sitting down have cake and coffee, there is a good seating area downstairs but also on a mezzanine level as well. They have salads, sandwiches, coffee, tea and soft drinks to serve alongside numerous cheesecakes, frangipane tarts, tart tatins, eclairs, Creme brûlées, macarons and more. All very reasonably priced. The tarts and cakes come in around £2.50 and the macarons are 50p each (with a discount if you buy more). I couldn't resist buying a pistachio macaron & it was VERY good. Thumbs up from the macaron connoisseur here. I also bought a pear tart tatin, an apple tart, a passion fruit mousse cake and a chocolate and pistachio eclair. All cakes were lovely. Definitely coming back, this time will sit in for lunch and grab more cakes to takeaway :) Will probably turn into my new favourite coffee and cake destination. I wish there were more cakes though. Like LOTS of cake. In my mouth preferably.

I've come to Matilda's several times over the past year, it's a place that l want to like but…read moreusually avoid and if I'm in the area I look for somewhere else to have a coffee to take out. Food There is quite a selection to choose from, panini's, cakes to even breakfasts, there is a fantastic display tempting you to buy one of their freshly baked cakes. I've not had the chance to dine in always in a hurry and take out is sometimes best option. Atmosphere This place has a nice atmosphere and vibe to it, but reminds me of much of the past days where you had to Queue and that just reminded me so much of school dinners and that wasn't a happy memory. Service Is not always service with a smile it may just be me but on the last two visits I've ended up with a grumpy goat for a server, who will serve someone else that is in the line before me even though I'm standing right at the till. I like the food served here and want to come more often, but the grumpy staff make me avoid this place.

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.

What a gem! Absolutely beautiful pastries and breads. I made the mistake of having my cappuccino…read morebefore ordering and when I looked around every chocolate croissant was gone! Perfect location for people watching- right on the corner of bank and great western with plenty of light. Award winning across UK bakeries- do not miss! GBBO worthy!

I think about this focaccia every day since I've had it. No joke. There was a line out the door and…read moreit was every bit worth the wait. Such an amazing gem near the University of Glasgow!

I've walked past this wee place several times with my hands up at the sides of my eyes like…read moreblinkers singing "la la la.... not looking!" This is essential preventive maintenance to avoid being sucked in by the goodies on display in the window. Today I forgot the protective ritual, and before I knew it I was standing in the queue behind a lady with a pram, salivating like a dog over all the yummy stuff on display (metaphorically speaking of course - what kind of a slob do you think I am?) Veggie sausage rolls, slices of pizza, flapjacks, tarts, gluten-free cakes, flower-pot bread... (wait, what was that last one again?) - for such a small place they produce a fabulous range of tasty treats to tickle your taste buds. There's no coffee and no seating, but they are, after all a BAKERY, people! Not a coffee house. If you want somewhere to sit, cross the road and sit in Mansfield Park, or on one of the outdoor exercise machines as I saw a lady doing as she scoffed her cake - perhaps the mere presence of the machine was counterbalancing the calorific consumption in her head? Great bakery, and a fantastic addition to the Hyndland Street bohemiana.

I think I have been holding off on writing this review because I didn't want anybody to know about…read moreMy Home Bakery! I come in here just about every time I am strolling through the neighborhood. The bakers are very friendly! Be aware of the limited hours if you are checking-out MHB for the first time. My favourite savory treats are the tomato basil slice and you can't go wrong with any of the rolls. I even like the vegetarian lentil roll, and I'm as carnivorous as people get! I'm sure many of the other items are good too; I just haven't tried them because I get hung up on the delicious things I have already eaten! Onto the important stuff: CAKES and PASTRIES! I love their chocolate volcanoes! I have a new found love for My Home Bakery's lemon-cranberry cake. You also can't go wrong with the almond-crusted strawberry bakewell. My favorite fruity item is the raspberry crumble dowsed in powdered sugar. And if you can't decide, you may need to order a 'party box' to figure it out (see photos). If I am there in the morning the cinnamon brioches are hard to pass up! I got my friend Jeevan hooked on them too! Long story short, there is a reason why the front door says, "diets end here!"

I have stopped in twice now and both times I have had absolutely delicious baked goods. I have both…read moresavoury and sweet items from the shop and you really can't go wrong. They are filling and very cheap. Staff are very nice. I went in looking for their delectable apple turnovers and, since they were out, offered to put some leftover cream in another one of their pastries for me. Cannot recommend enough.

It was the Sunday morning after a blurry Saturday night. I…read morewoke not quite hungover, but not quite right. The only thing so cure me was a totty scone roll. I dragged Stu out of his festering pit and we made our way to Grant's the Bakers. I had passed it several times while sprinting for the train and the smell emanating from the bakery almost caused me to forget all about the train and go and live in there. Hot rolls and hot drinks are available to take away at very reasonable prices. At 10.30 on a Sunday, the queue was out the door and spilling untidily onto the street. Builders, locals and hungover tramps waited patiently in front of the cake filled counter and sizzling hotplate of over-processed meats. The smell was fantastic. Thanks to the two wee wummin behind the counter the queue moved quickly. We bought 6 totty scones and hastened home to fry them! They were big, misshapen and had an almost meaty bite to them. This makes them high up there in my Totty Scone Hall of Fame. Yes, I do actually have a Totty Scone Hall of Fame. I am rather a freak, I do fear. Next time I think I'll go for an iced donut.