Super tasty! On my…read morevisit, we ordered many things from the menu, the Sunday roast dinner, pork bites in maple syrup, and pudding. Everything was great. We also shared a giant endless pot of tea. This place is really a special place, the day's menu is full of charm, and the service is excellent. When I was there, the dining area was quiet with plenty of available seating, definitely not a cramped place! I hope to return sometime, it was a great experience, food and all. I liked it so much I picked up a couple of their shirts to keep the memory.

Visiting Glasgow and used a recommendation from a guide and it did not disappoint! Cute restaurant…read morewith a great vibe. But make a reservation as they get busy. Live music was fun. Service was attentive without overdoing it. Food was simply amazing! Splurge for the dessert

Small pub, massive whisky selection -- and I mean massive. We're talking over 1,000 whiskies on the…read moreshelves, plus a solid lineup of beers on tap. It's cozy, crowded, and buzzing with life -- often standing room only and packed shoulder-to-shoulder with locals and travelers alike. If you're a whisky fan (or even just whisky-curious), do yourself a favor and try one of their Scotland whisky flights. It's like taking a mini tour of the country's whisky regions without ever leaving your barstool -- and without worrying about driving. The bartenders really know their stuff and are happy to guide you toward something you'll love. A quick heads-up: no football colors allowed, which keeps the atmosphere friendly and relaxed no matter who you support. And speaking of friendly -- the locals here are as welcoming as they come. This is exactly the kind of place where Scotland's famous pub culture shines. Prices are surprisingly reasonable too, so you can sample a few drams without feeling guilty. Whether you're a seasoned whisky nerd or just looking to experience the local vibe, this is the spot. Pull up a stool (if you can find one) and enjoy a proper Scottish night out

Even if you are not a whiskey fan, this place is worth visiting if you're in town. Just to see…read moretheir ginormous, or hmm, whiskey-normous, selection of bottles lining the wall, and the bartenders going up and down the ladders to fetch them. This may prompt you to feel like ordering a drink. You are in good hands and they can totally recommend something that you may like. Their selection is so huge they don't have a menu, you just have to ask for your label or take their recommendations. Naturally, most of the selection is Scottish whiskey, but if you somehow prefer otherwise, (say you are a local tired of Scotch... or just want to reaffirm nothing beats a Scotch?) they do offer whiskey from other countries, as well as beer and ciders, as well as gin, rum and the like. They do offer pies and other bar food, but we went after dinner and just couldn't stomach more food, tempting as they may sound.

My wife & I stopped by the Scotia Bar on August 6th & really the Pub. The bartender was very…read moregracious with us. I ended up have a nice large Scottish Ale & was in awe of this pub opened in 1792

Just a cool, ancient pub. Bartenders are always friendly, beer is always flowing. Love bringing my…read moreAmerican friends here since it's older than nearly everything American

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Stravaigin! The food was delicious and the staff were…read morefriendly and welcoming. We enjoyed all the food we ordered, though the haggis, neeps, and mash tatties and the ox cheek with pea and basil risotto were our favorites! The risotto had one of those flavor profiles that will likely inspire me when I'm home, trying hopelessly to recreate it. If you order the haggis, don't skip the whiskey cream! It's delicious and pairs very nicely with the haggis, neeps, and tatties. The burger was also delicious. The presentation and flavor profiles of each dish were equally matched, so let the pictures entice you!

Taking its name from a Scottish word that means "to roam or wander about without a specific…read moredestination" Stravaigin serves a unique menu of globally inspired food and Scottish classics, including what many consider to be Glasgow's best haggis. Michelin recommended but neither starred nor bib gourmand, over twenty years of experience informing a Cafe, Bar and Cellar where locals gather amidst heavily wooded décor, lunch on Monday offers quiet respite from the streets with light music overhead. Friendly but fairly aloof in terms of service, the young waitress spending much of this slow service flirting with a bartender, Stravaigin's menu offers a good bit of customization whether one opts to partake a just a Burger, in courses or using small-plates as a sort of Tapas. Not neglecting Whisky across a Cocktail list, Elevenses a smoky Citrus masterpiece, the "wee" portion of Haggis is perfect for one with four-bites of liberally spiced Offal alongside equal size quenelles of Potatoes and Rutabaga. Spanning south for fried Bitterballen, straight out of Germany with smoked Ham, Fish Fritters get a bit muddled by the aggressive heat and creamy dressing while Carrots are unevenly cooked but pleasant in a mix of Nuts, Beets and unnecessary Tofu. Uncertain why any menu would offer both Flan and Creme Caramel for Dessert, though locals seem to prefer Cheese regardless, an Italian riff in the former was small and smooth but frankly unmemorable in either a negative or positive way.

My first lunch in Glasgow...I had fish and chips. The fish was huge and tasty. The chips were…read morecrisp and delicious. Best of all was the friendly service. Walking in, we didn't know what to expect but the charming staff told us to have a seat and they would help us out. Everyone was so friendly and the food was good and the beer was cold. It was a good way to kick off my first day in Glasgow and I was happy to have stumbled upon this place (based on Yelp recommendations)

When given a choice between cake or pie, I've historically been quite indifferent. They both tend…read moreto be sweeter, creamier and/or heavier than my wont. In fact, I'd much rather have steak for dessert. Imagine my awe when I discovered that you can have your pie and steak it, too. Sheer brilliance! I'm grateful for having Blackfriars pop my steak pie cherry. They did it with the most moist, tender meat topped with flaky crust that's just begging to soak up all the savory sauce. The side of chips it came with certainly didn't hurt... Then there's the obscure (to me) beer selection. I'm still getting to learn about brews on this side of the pond, and was quite pleased with the pint of Cairngorm Black Gold I sampled. One could get quite an education on ales with all the options on tap at Blackfriars. Other yelpers have noted how busy it gets in here, but that was counter to my own experience. Perhaps the mid-afternoon timing of our visit played to our favor. Other than the large table of businessmen in the corner, I think we might have been the only other party there. It might only be 1500 here, but it's gotta be happy hour -somewhere-!

Dinner in April with a group of 30 from 13 countries, the Drum and Monkey is a lively…read morepub/restaurant (even on a Tuesday evening!) in City Centre (just a few blocks from Central Station) that has a great selection of beers and whiskeys. Although the menu is somewhat limited, food arrives hot, is tasty with satisfying portions, and will accommodate most dietary restrictions (vegetarian).

Delicious food, nice atmosphere, friendly service. The four of us visited from the USA and would…read moredine here again if it wasn't so far away! We loved everything we ate!

Horrible food, drinks and service. Servers don't even know what's on the menu. The menu isn't…read moredescriptive and when you ask the server what is an item they cannot even tell you.

Great party vibe. Service was earnest but not great. Took me two hours to get three courses and I…read moreordered quickly. Staff were quite nice but spread thin. Disappointed. Food was ok.

First time's a charm[1]. If you're seeking Scottish cuisine, look no further…read more Haggis carbonara (£18.75) is a recent addition to Mharsanta's menu - my Scottish friend tried it and told me "it's rich!" - and after I sampled it, I knew I had to come back for it. And I did. After a night of touring local pubs, I ended up at Mharsanta for this wild pasta dish. And I'll say: devouring a plate of this is both a commitment and a pleasure. And after a small twist of the arm, I ended up having three more drinks than planned. They've got a full bar. Take that as you will. Thanks Olivia (x2), Liam, and Halima for putting up with me. Credit accepted. [1] Usually it's "second time's a charm", but I was a smitten kitten after my first visit.

Excellent selection of Scottish favorites in Merchant City - went with a dozen work colleagues this…read moreevening, some from our local Glasgow office, the rest from London and the United States. We had reserved the private dining room downstairs, and had a dedicated bartender, who got us started with drinks. I tried a range of the peaty Islay whiskies, such as the Laphroaig 10, Lagavulin 8, and Lagavulin 16 - which smelled the peatiest but was surprisingly smooth. Once we were seated, we ordered a variety of starters. I tried the crispy fried calamari, hand diced king scallops, Stornoway black pudding croquettes, and Haggis Scotch Egg (my favorite), and then ordered the haggis carbonara (in honor of my Italian friend and colleague Adriano) as my main course. This was an inspired choice as I thoroughly enjoyed it, even though Adriano disapproved as they didn't make it "right!" Nobody else except me wanted dessert - I was curious about the traditional Cranachan (Scottish raspberries, whisky, cream and oats) - which looked delightful, but was more cloying than light and airy. Overall, a memorable experience, partly because of the drink and food, but mostly because I enjoyed the company of colleagues who are quickly becoming friends.

Friendly service and consistent pub food in a central location. The fish (haddock) and chips were…read morecrispy, hot and fresh! If in the area, it is worth a visit! They have live music on weekends to boot!

Popped in for a pint at random here last night. Really nice central bar so it's a shame the rest of…read morethe room is a bit featureless. Four handpulls in evidence but only one seemingly in use (& not for 24 hours as the beer connected to it had to settle) so whilst it has potential it's currently just an average city centre pub with a very large gents.

My friend invited me to come for burgers with her here after with a pretty amazing 5pm deal for it…read more Honestly, I didn't know it even existed. Coincidentally, I had just a few weeks earlier walked past the church (?) and thought that it's pretty cool that you can wander down a side alley and find a pretty lovely square. That's Glasgow for you though I suppose. Our first moment included us waiting at the door to be seated - mind you, the sign specifically says you should go the bar to be seated. Duh, blonde moment. It makes total sense though, the bar staff don't have a view of the door because of the big round pillar in the way. We had a good laugh about it though. Word to the wise though - sitting anywhere close to the door can get rather drafty. Especially when it's cold outside. The place was really busy with a rather eclectic mixture of people - older men, business people and later on some youths who were pretty drunk and relatively inappropriately dressed. Anyways, on to the food. My friend went for the pork and black pudding burger with the fried egg. Be advised that there is chopped bacon in the pork mince and so don't worry about the pink spots. It comes with a side salad and some fries. I myself wen't for the veggie haggis burger (I don't know why) but I do not regret my choice (salad and fries as sides). It was very, very tasty, crumbly and extremely large. The cheese was melty and wonderful but I wish there had been a little sauce of some kind and maybe a little more spice in the burger itself. The fries were on the dull side, bland and semi old and cold. We also shared some onion rings which were pretty tasty. The batter was crisp and not dripping in oil, but it could have done with a stronger flavour I think. We drank some house red, which was mediocre but helped, and at the end, although extremely full, we had some peppermint tea to forego the dessert. The tea comes with some pretty amazing little sweet treat and so dessert was definitely not needed. It's definitely a hidden little gem in Glasgow!

With Jack Johnson purring from the stereo, moody lighting, cocktails and black and white films on…read moreTV, this bar should be pretty much everything I don't look for in a watering hole. However, situated on the edge of the city's east end, it's hard not to be encapsualted by Cafe Source. Formed in the basement of the truly sumptuous St Andrews in the Square, the cafe/bar is tastefully decorated and is virtually a cocoon in one of the least appealling areas of the city. While football fans could be battering lumps out of each other little more than five minutes away, more sophisticated locals and those in the know are likely to be supping a mojito, enjoying authentic and delicious(although not cheap) Scottish grub and watching a Laurel and Hardy film in here. Were this pub situated in the West End it would probably be unbearable, but so inconspicuous is its location that it maintains an extremely laidback and friendly vibe. The staff, in particular, are excellent. Visitors would be well advised to order a taxi from here if they're leaving late at night, but that shouldn't put them off coming in the first place. This is a lovely venue with some of the best local food on the go. Oh, and if you combine it with a gig in the upstairs venue, you're talking about one of the best word of mouth nights out in the city.