12 places in Glasgow where Rod Stewart likes to eat and drink

Glasgow can just about claim Rod Stewart as one of its own. Though born in London, the former Faces frontman has become an adopted celebrity of the city, visiting hundreds of times over the years.

Despite his English birthplace, Stewart’s Scottish heritage runs deep — his father was born in Leith, a connection that helped shape his lifelong support for Scotland.

Speaking about Stewart’s bond with Glasgow, local songwriter and close friend John McLaughlin said: “Rod comes here a lot, as you know — the music, the people, the football, he just loves it. It’s well known that he’s a Celtic fan. The Rangers fans give him a bit of stick, but it’s all in good humour, good patter. He enjoys the banter. He comes here and loves taking photos with people. He always says if that ever stops, then he’s in trouble.

“He’s never hassled here. People are pleased to see him, and he’s just as happy to see them. He spends a lot of time in the city and loves staying at the Radisson RED hotel as well.

“I think Glasgow is less celebrity-obsessed. We like to say hello, give you a nod, but we’re not going to hang around all day. He appreciates that — the culture, the vibe. He loves new bands too and is always asking about that sort of thing.”

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Here are 12 places in Glasgow where Rod Stewart likes to eat and drink.