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It often takes the loss of a landmark to truly appreciate the vital role independent businesses play in a city's character. These are the unique institutions that define Glasgow and that, in turn, have been shaped by the city itself.
From our dining and entertainment spots to the clothes we wear, Glasgow boasts an abundance of distinctive places that enrich the cityscape.
To celebrate them, here are 18 distinctive Glasgow businesses that contribute to making the city a better place.
5. The Buttery
The Buttery on Argyle Street is the oldest restraunt in the city, dating back to 1870. It has built up a reputation as a much-loved member of the culinary scene in Glasgow | Tripadvisor
6. Scotia Bar
The Scotia Bar is one of the city's oldest pubs, if not the oldest. It has been a watering hole for the great and good of Glasgow - including Billy Connolly - for centuries. | Scotia Bar
7. King Tut's
King Tut's has been a breeding ground for up and coming bands in the UK for decades, and let's not forget the role it played in the stratospheric ascension of Oasis. | Ross Aitken
8. Glickman's
Glickman's has been a Glasgow institution for almost a century and has served up sweets to people from all over in that time. | Glickman’s