Distill had a prominent position on Argyle Street, around half way between the outer-markers of one of the most popular locations for bars and restaurants in the city. Any time we visited, there was cocktails, food, music and good vibes. Recently, plans for a refurbishment were announced. Today, there was confirmation that the bar had closed permanently. A post on their … [Read more...] about Distill on Argyle Street announces permanent closure
Food and Drink
Breakfast at Riverhill Coffee Bar on Gordon Street
It's a wee sliver of a cafe, but they pack a lot in. For the morning, there's a pot of granola, a muffin, bagel or roll and bacon waiting for you. Afternoon sandwiches are creative: we like the crayfish with cucumber and spring onion. Then there's the cakes, Snickers brownies, cookies and shortbread. Throughout the day they serve a steady supply of flat whites, cappuccinos … [Read more...] about Breakfast at Riverhill Coffee Bar on Gordon Street
The Drunken Cow Bar & Restaurant opens on Hope Street
A restaurant news update. There's a new name on Hope Street. The Drunken Cow Bar & Grill has replaced La Boca tapas. Steak and burgers dominate the menu, with the beef sourced from Cairnhill farm in Ayrshire. You'll also find Drygate ales, cocktails, prosecco and wine. From 12-4pm, lunch main dishes are £5 with options including steak and Guinness pie, beef burger, chilli … [Read more...] about The Drunken Cow Bar & Restaurant opens on Hope Street
Rugby raises the steaks at Finsbay Flatiron
What was West on the Corner on Woodlands Road is now Finsbay Flatiron. At least for the next couple of months. The steak restaurant opened at the start of February, in time of the return of Six Nations rugby. At the moment, consider it a pop-up but if the concept proves popular it could become a permanent fixture. Visit for 8oz flat iron steaks at £8 during the week and £10 … [Read more...] about Rugby raises the steaks at Finsbay Flatiron
On the menu at Two Fat Ladies and The Shandon Belles
If you want to experience the best of Glasgow cooking, there are certain dining rooms that can be trusted to deliver. Three of them are connected: The Shandon Belles at The Buttery, Two Fat Ladies at The Buttery and Two Fat Ladies in the City. Each have their own particular charms. They are old-school classics that sit comfortably in the modern era of dining. The type of places … [Read more...] about On the menu at Two Fat Ladies and The Shandon Belles