The former George Hotel at the top of Buchanan Street has two new tenants. New Look have moved into the ground floor, while German-owned dining chain Vapiano has opened their second Scottish restaurant on the first floor. Vapiano’s menu is dominated by traditional Italian dishes, including pizzas, pastas, antipasti and salads, all prepared in an open kitchen. Phil Sermon, … [Read more...] about First Look: Vapiano opens on Buchanan Street
New Restaurants.
Pacific Canteen in Partick to open as Honu this month
The Pacific Tiki Bar on Dumbarton Road has been taken over by a new team and they are working to transform one of the neighbourhood's more quirky places. Currently known as The Pacific Canteen, the process will be complete with the opening of Honu on 27th October. It's a gentle change. "We are a small team of four and we are currently open five days a week" Sy Harty told … [Read more...] about Pacific Canteen in Partick to open as Honu this month
Ice cream and churro bar Loop & Scoop opens in West End
Loop & Scoop has arrived on Great Western Road. The new sweet treat destination, which has created over 30 new jobs, has been masterminded by Glasgow entrepreneur Calvin Kayes, who has worked in his family catering business for 16 years. This is Calvin’s first solo venture and the first time the churro and ice cream concept has been brought to the UK. Calvin said “A love of … [Read more...] about Ice cream and churro bar Loop & Scoop opens in West End
New Dixie Chick restaurant opens on Ashton Lane
The team behind Vodka Wodka have opened Dixie Chick: an exciting new chicken joint in the heart of Ashton Lane. In a fun, informal space above the cocktail bar, the kitchen will be dishing out a steady stream of poultry-based concoctions. Think glazed wings, chicken strips and fried chicken burgers stacked with toppings and sauces. On the side, it’s all about loaded fries; … [Read more...] about New Dixie Chick restaurant opens on Ashton Lane
First Look: Get some good pizza at Magnificent 7
So, I'm standing there thinking, to paraphrase the oft-repeated favourite expression of football pundit Charlie Nicholas. He walked by earlier, you see, on his way up to the mezzanine at A’Challtainn to enjoy some seafood. It's a busy night up there. A steady procession of stylish diners ascending the spiral staircase. Meanwhile, the Scotland match is on a big screen in … [Read more...] about First Look: Get some good pizza at Magnificent 7