Glasgow has worn many hats over the years - from our time as the industrious shipbuilding centre of the world, a post-industrial stage, our time as the European City of Culture and all the changes since - but throughout all those eras there was one thing that's true about Glaswegians, we love our food.
These spaces weren't just places to get a roll and be on your way - they were community spaces where we met, mingled, and shared tender moments. For many Glaswegians the loss of these restaurants and cafes is more than just losing a spot to grab a plate of pasta, it's like losing a part of yourself almost, seeing a place where you made these memories disappear into the ether only to be replaced by yet another chain restaurant.
These spaces were important, is what I'm trying to say, and it's important to remember them too. They made up the fabric of Glasgow's social history, and these things shouldn't be forgotten.
That's why today we wanted to look back at the best of these lost spots in Glasgow - so take a gander below at these lost Glasgow places that are gone, but certainly not forgotten.
5. Danish Food Centre
The Danish Food Centre on St Vincent Street offered up a veritable smorgasbord of Dansk culinary delights for Glaswegian food lovers in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Opening in 1969, the Glasgow centre was the 3rd of its kind in the United Kingdom after London and Manchester, and a unique type of restaurant for its time, introducing Brits to a wide range of the best Danish grub. As well as the restaurant, the centre also offered a couple of shops, one selling Danish art work and other goods, and the other a selection of Danish foodstuffs. The Danish Food Centre proved to be hugely popular in its early years and certainly ranks as one of the most fondly-recalled food establishments on our list. | Contributed
6. Khublai Khans
Khublai Khans was famous for its ‘safari’ eats in the 90s - ranging from crocodile to zebra and even kangaroo (Pic:Yelp) | Yelp
7. Koh-I-Noor
The popular Indian on North Street closed several years ago. The restaurant was officially recognised as Glasgow's first Indian restaurant, having opened in 1964. Photo: CDLH
8. Richmond Bar & Bistro
The Richmond Bar & Bistro was only around for two years, but in that time it gained a reputation as one of the best places in Glasgow for an inventive meal and tasty cocktails. Classy yet laidback, The Richmond was ideal for everything from an elegant night out to a lazy Sunday brunch, but unfortunately it closed in 2014 when the premises was sold to new owners, TriBeCa. | Contributed