The food and drink scene in Glasgow has attracted international attention from publications including The New York Times and Condé Nast Traveller over the last decade. Closer to home, Glasgow features on recommendation lists written by The Oberver food critic Jay Rayner, the King’s stepson and cookbook author Tom Parker Bowles, The Guardian’s food writer Marina O’Loughlin and regular MasterChef critic Grace Dent.
Meanwhile, some of the world’s leading chefs have had positive dining experiences in the city. Visit these 23 Glasgow restaurants, neighbourhood food spots and bars recommended by food critics and celebrity chefs.
21. Celentano’s - Grace Dent
The Italian-inspired restaurant is situated near Glasgow’s Necropolis and has held a Michelin Bib Gourmand award for the last two years. Dishes are made with seasonal ingredients and have been described by restaurant critic and broadcaster Grace Dent as: “A delightful hodge-podge”. Photo: Gaby Soutar
22. Ubiquitous Chip - Marina O’Loughlin
Situated just off Byres Road on Ashton Lane, the Chip as it is commonly known has welcomed guests for over 50 years and is said to have “aged as well as Madonna” by restaurant critic Marina O’Loughlin. | Ubiquitous Chip
23. Mikaku - Jay Rayner
The Japanese-inspired restaurant has been a big hit since first opening in 2019 and received an impressive review from food critic Jay Rayner who decided “coming to Mikaku has been a good idea”. He left impressed by the range of dishes on offer at very reasonable prices. Photo: John Devlin