Best Casual Restaurants in Merchant City

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Hazel

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Glasgow

Booked 14 times today

Your urban oasis in the heart of Glasgow’s city centre provides the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Pause to appreciate a quiet coffee, connect with friends over lunch, or enjoy an indulgent dinner with cocktails.Our warm and welcoming restaurant is made for the people of and visitors to Glasgow, drawing inspiration from the hazel branch depicted in the city’s crest, and from Glasgow’s harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.Natural sophistication that meets an urban edge; Hazel is the perfect choice for an experience before, during or after a day of shopping, sightseeing or working in Glasgow City Centre.Our welcoming, knowledgeable team look forward to welcoming you for a relaxing and enriching experience, time and time again.

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2. Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.7

Exceptional(2725)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glasgow

Booked 45 times today

Chicken Liquor Rock N Roll The best buttermilk fried chicken you have ever tasted!Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.We are wheelchair accessible - please let us know if you need wheelchair access or room for a pram when booking your table, to allow our team to find you the most suitable table!We have live music every Saturday.We are dog friendly, children under 18 until 10pm and veggie/vegans options available!Please note; Sun-Thur, bookings after 9.45pm are for DRINKS only.Fri/Sat bookings after 10pm are for DRINKS only.

3. El Santo

4.4

Awesome(552)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Glasgow

Booked 29 times today

Welcome to El Santo, the pulsating heart of Latin American culture & cuisine in the heart of Glasgow! Experience an explosion of flavours at our casual luxury dining venue, with a tantalising menu of small, shareable dishes, transporting you on a gastronomical adventure across Latin America. As the sun sets, the rhythm of our bar & dance floor takes over. Every Thursday at 7:30 pm, let live music serenade your evening in El Santito Speakeasy. Immerse yourself in the irresistible beats of our DJs and the fiery passion of our dancers every Friday & Saturday! Our Saturdays are truly special, featuring Live Entertainment from 4 pm!Discover the allure of our El Santito Speakeasy, available for private events that can be fully customised to meet your specific needs. Experience the magic and create unforgettable memories at El Santito!Book now and experience the exotic vibrancy and mouth-watering delights of Latin America at El Santo. ¡Te esperamos ansiosos!

4. Mharsanta

4.6

Exceptional(1172)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Glasgow

Booked 9 times today

Situated in the heart of Merchant City, Mharsanta brings a taste of Scotland to you. We have a passion for using seasonal, local produce from Scotland and are here to ensure our guests have the very best experience from the moment you walk through the door. We serve a variety of Scottish food from mussels and scallops to home cooked favourites including freshly landed fish and chips and steak and sausage pie. Our resident chef Dom and his team serve an array of culinary delights to suit every taste at affordable prices. We are open 7 days a week from 12pm and offer a Dine In, Takeaway and Home Delivery service.We are partnered with Just Eat and Deliveroo for takeaway or you can order online for collection at www.mharsanta.co.uk

5. Charcoals

4.8

Exceptional(366)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Glasgow

Booked 6 times today

Glasgow may seem far the romantic punjabi region of the indian and subcontinent,yet through charcoals you can enjoy their traditional family dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and cooked before your eyes on our massive charcoal grill we have achieved in 2012 as follows are details winner of scottish curry awards,maitre d of the year was muhammad ALI , curry club award for glasgow, opentable diner choice awards your food is looked after by our experienced chefs who produce unique traditional dishes using recipes which have been handed down from father to son for generationswe are now catering for parties e.g. bhirthdays,weddings,office snacks for meeting we look after our customers as our guests,you wont be dissapointed with our service and quality of food thats our promise.

6. Kinara

4.7

Exceptional(24)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Merchant City

Booked 2 times today

Embark on a culinary journey of India's multifaceted regional cuisines at Kinara by Shabu Natarajan. Kinara is the project very closed to chef Shabu's heart. We started Kinara with a vision to promote Quality Indian food in heart of Glasgow's Merchant City. Kinara team is experienced and professional. With awards winning chef Shabu at the helm team smartly managing the Kinara very well.Kinara is featured in Local and National news recently for their achievement at Scottish Hospitality award "Best casual venue in Scotland".We are delighted to finally be able to open our doors and welcome customers into Kinara. Our chef Shabu Natarajan and the team have worked very hard to bring you a menu full of delectable dishes. Chef Shabu’s passion for Indian cuisine shines through every bite in a relaxed, modern ambient.We offer the best in local produce combined with some innovative creations and quality service that will provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

7. Dakhin - Glasgow

4.5

Awesome(119)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Glasgow

Dakhin restaurant in Glasgow is another head boy from the class act who brought you Dhabba. Authentic South Indian cuisine is the focus in this Merchant City destination decorated in the modern casual vernacular: sleek lines with splashes of vibrant colour. The menu features dishes without weird colourings and slicks of oil, dishes where complex flavours shine through. The specialty is dosa, thin crepes of rice and lentils stuffed with irresistible fillings, though the emphasis on vegetarian and basmatic dishes is excellent, too. The three-course thali lunch deal and the pre-theatre offer are a steal. Award-winning cuisine in a bright, modern setting – great for quick lunches and easy dinners.

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8. North at The Address Hotel

4.5

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• British • Glasgow

Booked 1 time today

Our onsite restaurant, North offers menus to cater to every meal and taste bud. North delivers a casual, diverse and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers and specially selected wines, where you can join a friend or business colleague for a meal. Unwind while listening to our surround sound music system as we create the perfect ambiance in a modern Glasgow setting.Hosting an upcoming event? Our restaurant team at North also cater for a wide array of events ranging from casual brunches or business dinners, to birthdays and office parties.

9. Madras Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(721)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Glasgow

Booked 8 times today

No short cuts. No easy fixes. We aspire to do things the right way. Using recipes that are true to their roots, wholesome natural ingredients, and classical cooking techniques. Our food is actually cooked in our own kitchens, from scratch, by our amazing chefs who absolutely love their jobs and love feeding people!We offer quality and honest food. Everything we create in our kitchen is sublime, from the textures to the flavours. We aim to enhance and elevate the Indian classics and street food.As nature is generous with her many colours and palate, you will find her in the finely blended flavours in all the dishes we present, experienced in all their authenticity, their freshness and their delightful individuality.Our culinary style is both – incredibly simple and cleverly refined. Everything that seems ordinary hides a delightful twist. Let Madras Cafe guide you through a memorable dining experience.

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10. Church on the Hill

4.4

Awesome(397)

Price: Moderate

• British • Glasgow

Booked 12 times today

The heart of Glasgow’s Southside. We are a Bar & Restaurant for the locals, ran by locals and here to celebrate the greater side of Glasgow. We pride ourselves on being the venue for every occasion, whether that be shakin’ up some cocktails on a Tuesday, bringing in Gran’s 80th birthday on Friday or enjoying a wholesome Roast on a Sunday. We have recently launched a new menu with a real “POW with WOW!” and you can expect a little tingle on your taste buds as you read through our new food and drinks menu. 🧒 Under 18s welcome until 9pm🐶 Dog-friendly in bar area & garden🍔Midweek Miracles- 2 Course £15.95 | 3 Courses £18.95 Mon-Thurs🍹£5.00 Cocktails Mon-Thurs💡 Pub Quiz Mondays at 8pm🍹 Bookings for food & drink. Walk ins only in Bar Area⚽ 9 TVs, 2 Projectors & 1 Display wall, We are the Home of Sport📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 11 or more

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Mark
Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
From the moment we walked in until the time we left the staff and service was fantastic, the selection of food was great and the cuts of meat were delicious and tender, myself and my wife will most definitely be back and will highly recommend you try El Santo at least once
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El SantoPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Glasgow
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4.4
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David
Perthshire/Stirlingshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Second visit here did not disappoint. We had the set meal Sunday Roast and it was fantastic. The meat was soft and succulent and all the sides were perfect, felt like a real meal from home. The wine is great value, exceptional for Glasgow, and the Deserts finished the meal off perfectly. Lovely atmosphere and surroundings, we love the Scottish theme. A quick shout out to the friendly and competent staff who were on point with everything. We will be back soon, Many Thanks.
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MharsantaPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Glasgow
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4.6
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Niamh
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Mixed bag - really good service, reasonable food at reasonable prices (lunch). But the place is empty! No atmosphere - not sure what needs to change, but something does to bring people through the door. Shame, because staff are great and the interior is lovely.
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HazelPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Glasgow
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4.4
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Hannah
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was really impressed with our experience, we were running a little bit late due to road works but phoned up and they were so lovely and made sure our table would be okay, once we got in the communication about allergies was good and we were provided the separate allergen to keep us right, the food came out so quickly and was incredible, the portion sizes for the price is unbelievable, and the staff were constantly checking up on us. Overall a really good experience and I plan on returning soon
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Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongatePrice: Moderate• American• Glasgow
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4.7
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Katie
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
all the waiters were incredibly helpful and thoughtful and the food was just amazing, and so much for the price! will definitely be back
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CharcoalsPrice: Moderate• Indian• Glasgow
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4.8

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Hazel

2. Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

3. El Santo

4. Mharsanta

5. Charcoals

6. Kinara

7. Dakhin - Glasgow

8. North at The Address Hotel

9. Madras Cafe

10. Church on the Hill

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