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A photo of Thundercat Pub & Diner restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2881)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glasgow
Booked 62 times today
Thundercat Pub & Diner is a true gem in Glasgow's city centre, with a passionate head chef who has traveled the USA to bring authentic flavours and recipes to Glasgow. Reviews rave about the amazing food, great atmosphere, and friendly staff. It's not just a diner, it's an experience. The restaurant's commitment to local draught beers, cocktails, and shakes is also a huge hit among the customers.
A photo of Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2768)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glasgow
Booked 42 times today
Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate is the real deal when it comes to authentic American cuisine. The rave reviews talk about the 'excellent food', 'great atmosphere', and 'friendly staff'. The description even mentions they specialize in 'authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon', which screams authenticity. Plus, it's dog-friendly and has live music every Saturday. What more could you ask for?
A photo of Namaste by Delhi Darbar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(618)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Glasgow
Booked 16 times today
Namaste is a delightful hidden gem. This award-winning modern Indian restaurant, nestled in Glasgow’s city centre, is perfect for families, and travellers, and is beloved by locals. With two-course deals starting at just £15, it’s a welcoming spot known for creative dishes like its delicious Mars Bar pakora. Its specialities, including award-winning chicken butter masala and masala chai, have garnered high praise. Namaste is a must-visit for authentic flavours and a warm welcoming atmosphere.
A photo of Obsession Of India restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1505)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Glasgow
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to Obsession of India! We offer fresh, authentic, honest Indian food. Our philosophy is to cook fresh for every order and use only the best quality ingredients locally available. Try our Specials and we are confident that the dishes will speak for themselves.
A photo of Dakhin - Glasgow restaurant
4.3
Awesome(120)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Glasgow
Booked 1 time today
Dakhin restaurant in Glasgow is another head boy from the class act who brought you Dhabba. Authentic South Indian cuisine is the focus in this Merchant City destination decorated in the modern casual vernacular: sleek lines with splashes of vibrant colour. The menu features dishes without weird colourings and slicks of oil, dishes where complex flavours shine through. The specialty is dosa, thin crepes of rice and lentils stuffed with irresistible fillings, though the emphasis on vegetarian and basmatic dishes is excellent, too. The three-course thali lunch deal and the pre-theatre offer are a steal. Award-winning cuisine in a bright, modern setting – great for quick lunches and easy dinners.
A photo of The Dhabba restaurant
4.5
Awesome(153)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Glasgow
From North India to the Merchant City, we"ve brought the best of North Indian cooking to Glasgow City Centre. We're talking about authentic recipes using fresh natural ingredients from award-winning chefs. Food worth talking about, and a warm dining experience to savour.
A photo of Kinara restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(33)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Merchant City
Booked 4 times today
Embark on a culinary journey of India's multifaceted regional cuisines at Kinara by Shabu Natarajan. Kinara is the project very closed to chef Shabu's heart. We started Kinara with a vision to promote Quality Indian food in heart of Glasgow's Merchant City. Kinara team is experienced and professional. With awards winning chef Shabu at the helm team smartly managing the Kinara very well.Kinara is featured in Local and National news recently for their achievement at Scottish Hospitality award "Best casual venue in Scotland".We are delighted to finally be able to open our doors and welcome customers into Kinara. Our chef Shabu Natarajan and the team have worked very hard to bring you a menu full of delectable dishes. Chef Shabu’s passion for Indian cuisine shines through every bite in a relaxed, modern ambient.We offer the best in local produce combined with some innovative creations and quality service that will provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.
A photo of Madha Indian kitchen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(42)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Glasgow
Madha offers the varied flavours of North and South Indian cuisine all under one roof. A first for Scotland!A family owned restaurant, we serve traditional dishes of exceptional quality. Using only the finest ingredients, herbs and spices, our cuisine is an experience to be relished.
A photo of Glasgow - Bucks Bar West Regent St restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4870)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glasgow
Booked 87 times today
The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted!Buck's Bar is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.Indoor and outdoor seating available to bookLive music Saturday's - 8:30pm - 10:30pm40% off selected cocktails Monday - Wednesday
A photo of Ardnamurchan restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4512)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Glasgow
Booked 42 times today
Ardnamurchan restaurant and Bar, serving up produce from all over Scotland. Making sure we are bringing the best of Scotland to our tables and supporting our farmers and fishermen. Come and enjoy a dram and some Scottish fair in our City centre restaurant.
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  • Megan
    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food was good. I had the buttermilk chicken burger which was very nice but however the bun was very soggy. I understand that this may have been down to coleslaw and the pickles on the burger, the bun would have been better toasted. My mum has the salt and chilli chicken pizza, that she loved. We shared the deep fried pickles and street corn ribs, which I would highly recommend to anyone going in to try this restaurant. I order the garlic herb butter and percino fries as a side for the burger which I have had before and they were even better than I remembered. The service we received from the lovely girl that seated us and took our order from very professional, the man that took over the service of our was also very nice and polite. They were both a credit to the restaurant. We will definitely be back soon
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    Thundercat Pub & DinerPrice: Moderate• American• Glasgow
    4.7
  • Stuart
    London •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I probably made the mistake of booking too early.That said the staff were very friendly and the food was magnificent.The succulent Lamb Handi was delicious although I think it should be renamed Handi Lamb lol.Altogether a very lovely experience and the price was reasonable as well.Highly recommended.
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    Obsession Of IndiaPrice: Moderate• Indian• Glasgow
    4.7
  • James
    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    First time visit and can't complain about anything. The pre theatre is excellent on portion value for money and not forgetting the meal itself which was very very good. We both tried the lamb rogan and it was really tasty with rice and garlic nan. With pakora to start and sticky toffee pudding to finish the meal was perfect. We will definitely be back.
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    Namaste by Delhi DarbarPrice: Moderate• Indian• Glasgow
    4.6
  • Margaret
    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Dec 2024
    Visited for the first time a couple of weeks ago and had to come back to try another item on the menu (chicken mac & cheese waffles). Absolutely amazing!! We had originally booked for outside as that was all that was available, however we received a call around half an hour before our booking to say there was a table available inside, which was ideal! We will be back in the future!
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    Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongatePrice: Moderate• American• Glasgow
    4.7
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    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Feb 2024
    Excellent food, and friendly staff. Would definitely go back here again.
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    Dakhin - GlasgowPrice: Moderate• Indian• Glasgow
    4.3
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