We enjoy putting food on a roll here in Scotland, and a real favourite in Glasgow is none other than a roll and pie which is commonly known as a 'Glasgow Oyster'. It can only be considered a 'Glasgow Oyser' if a Scotch pie is on the roll. We enjoy putting food on a roll here in Scotland, and a real favourite in Glasgow is none other than a roll and pie which is commonly known as a 'Glasgow Oyster'. It can only be considered a 'Glasgow Oyser' if a Scotch pie is on the roll.
We enjoy putting food on a roll here in Scotland, and a real favourite in Glasgow is none other than a roll and pie which is commonly known as a 'Glasgow Oyster'. It can only be considered a 'Glasgow Oyser' if a Scotch pie is on the roll. | Supplied

Glasgow scran bucket list: 17 Scottish delicacies every Glaswegian needs to try at least once in their life

Declan McConville
By Declan McConville

Digital Reporter

Published 23rd Apr 2024, 12:39 GMT

These are some of the classic Scottish dishes which you need to try in Glasgow.

Glasgow has a bustling food and drink scene but nothing quite beats trying dishes which are local favourites.

People will have fond memories of the dishes which they grew up with in Glasgow which may still be even be a staple of their diet.

Some restaurants have put their own stamp on dishes as they have fused Scottish flavours with other cuisines as well as Glaswegians having a particular liking for deep frying and putting foods on a crispy roll.

If your favourite curry is a Chicken Tikka Masala, or if you're as much of a food-geek as us, then you need to visit Shish Mahal - where they invented the dish right here in Glasgow. It was made by previous owner back in the 1970s, Ali Ahmed Aslam, who sadly passed away in 2022. It was made to appeal to the British palate who were not yet accustomed to spicy Indian food.

5. Chicken Tikka Masala at Shish Mahal

If your favourite curry is a Chicken Tikka Masala, or if you're as much of a food-geek as us, then you need to visit Shish Mahal - where they invented the dish right here in Glasgow. It was made by previous owner back in the 1970s, Ali Ahmed Aslam, who sadly passed away in 2022. It was made to appeal to the British palate who were not yet accustomed to spicy Indian food. | Shish Mahal

Haggis pakora combines the best of Scottish and Indian flavours together with the dish becoming a real favourite amongst Glaswegians.

6. Haggis pakora at Murphy's Pakora Bar

Haggis pakora combines the best of Scottish and Indian flavours together with the dish becoming a real favourite amongst Glaswegians. | Supplied

A roll and fritter is a common delicacy in and around Glasgow and you'll know exactly why after you sample one.

7. Roll and fritter

A roll and fritter is a common delicacy in and around Glasgow and you'll know exactly why after you sample one. | Supplied

Lentil soup has been the go to dish for generations of Glaswegians on a cold day in the city. Nothing quite beats it! You can grab a cup for as cheap as £2.

8. Homemade soup at Henry Healy

Lentil soup has been the go to dish for generations of Glaswegians on a cold day in the city. Nothing quite beats it! You can grab a cup for as cheap as £2. | Henry Healy

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