Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Glasgow/Lanarkshire

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Velvet Sparrow

4.8

4.8 (324)

£25 and under

British

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Velvet Sparrow! We look forward to serving you.

Top review

Scott

Dined 2 days ago

Really nice food and service was excellent. Highly recommend this place. Really well looked after.

Thundercat Pub & Diner

4.7

4.7 (2858)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Glasgow City centre pub and diner specialising in deep dish pizza pies and American staples.
Thundercat’s head chef Yvonne Noon is passionate about the food served in America’s diners, pubs and dive bars.
Having travelled the length and breadth of the USA, Yvonne and the team behind Buck’s Bar now bring those authentic flavours and recipes to Glasgow.
Open for Brunch, lunch and dinner til late.
Thundercat also sells local draught beers, cocktails and shakes. Drinks promos every day.

Top review

Marie

Dined 2 days ago

Lucy our server was lovely. The food was outstanding, first time being in but defo not be the last.

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Classic Chicago Style

Glasgow - Bucks Bar West Regent St

4.7

4.7 (4851)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted!
Buck's Bar is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.

Indoor and outdoor seating available to book

Live music Saturday's - 8:30pm - 10:30pm
40% off selected cocktails Monday - Wednesday

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Liz

Dined 6 days ago

A great restaurant with a good vibe. Amazing food and good service. Thank you - will be back.

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Popular dish

Classic Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.7

4.7 (2752)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

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.

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Helen

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic place to eat and drink. Service was amazing and music was brilliant.

The Spiritualist Glasgow

4.5

4.5 (837)

£25 and under

Cocktail Bar

Glasgow

About the restaurant

The Spiritualist is an enticingly elegant cocktail bar and restaurant with a touch of cool. Located in the centre of Glasgow, we're the perfect place to relax with friends and family over cocktails and small plates.

We’re proud to hold Scotland’s greatest bar gantry. But don’t just take our word for it. Come and see the unrivaled selection of cocktails, spirits, liqueurs, wines and craft beers for yourself!

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 8pm
🍲 Bar bites menu available Wed – Fri all day, Sat – Sun from 3pm
🥞 Boozy Brunch available Thu – Sun 12pm-3pm
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 ‘Just Drinks’ bookings welcome
🍽️ Kitchen closes at 9pm
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

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Jacqueline

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

We arrived early and by luck our table was available. Very attentive service throughout. We had the Christmas menu. Food was excellent & beautifully presented. Wine with meal was reasonably priced. We finished with a cocktail which was also good value. First time I’d been to the Spiritualist in a while but as good as I remembered and I will definitely return soon.

Gaucho Glasgow

4.5

4.5 (830)

£26 to £40

Steak

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!

Located just a short walk from Glasgow Central Station, at the corner of West Nile Street and Drury Street, Gaucho Glasgow is proud to be Scotland’s first carbon-neutral steak restaurant. It is also the second in our collection to offer Argentina’s finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef, bold Latin flavors, and a premium wine list.

As the newest addition to our restaurant portfolio, Gaucho Glasgow showcases the sleek, modern design of Gaucho 2.0, inspired by contemporary Argentina. Upon entering, you’ll be greeted by a sophisticated blend of rich textures and glamorous tones. Relax in our stylish cocktail lounge or step into the dining area, where you can enjoy everything from a productive working lunch to an intimate dinner in one of our private booths.

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Raj

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

There was a 15 minute delay in getting us our table, but staff were very apologetic and attentive throughout. We had a lovely time!

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4.4

4.4 (407)

£25 and under

British

Glasgow

About the restaurant

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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Cheryl

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Lovely food and great service . Very enjoyable evening and music wasn’t too loud .

El Santo

4.4

4.4 (568)

£26 to £40

Latin American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

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. 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 in the evening.

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!

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Linda

Dined 5 days ago

First time, booked without a personal recommendation just reviews on websites and did not disappoint. Felt like every dish we tried was better than the last.

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Experience

Sunday Rodizio BBQ menu - £38.95

Experience

Premium Festive Menu

Experience

Signature Festive Sharing Menu

Hazel

4.4

4.4 (220)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

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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Tori

Dined 3 days ago

I recently dined at Hazel, had a wonderful evening and already cannot wait to return. The drinks menu specifically was very impressive, offering delicious mocktails and non alcoholic beverages which catered nicely for my sister who is pregnant. The service was outstanding, we were very well looked after all evening and the team made us as comfortable as possible. The food was delicious and presented beautifully. I can’t wait to return after hearing about the different seasonal menus the restaurant offers. Overall, Hazel offered a superb dining experience with exceptional food, impeccable service, and a delightful ambiance. I look forward to returning.

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Experience

Festive Menu - Thursday to Saturday

Experience

Hogmanay Celebration Menu

Experience

LARGE PARTY Festive Menu £48.00 Thurs to saturday

Sacred Garden Rooftop Glasgow

4.3

4.3 (128)

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

Merchant City

About the restaurant

A one-of-a-kind rooftop “Garden of Eden” designed to bewilder.

Lose yourself as you discover tantalising bites, drinks and delights all through the day and late into the night.

Brought to you by House of Gods x

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Rory

Dined 1 day ago

Very classy place, good ambiance, not too overwhelming or loud. Staff was very friendly, but a little on the slow side.

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