Best British restaurants in Glasgow City Centre

  • The Mariner Bar & Restaurant

    Crowne Plaza Hotel, G3 8QT

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, International

    About The Mariner Bar & Restaurant

    The Mariner Bar & Restaurant serves a wide variety of dishes that would keep any international traveller happy. Located within Crowne Plaza Hotel in the Finnieston area of Glasgow next to the SECC, Scottish Hydro and Clyde auditorium, the restaurant is a popular choice for pre-concert meals.

  • Avant Garde

    34-44 King Street, G1 5QT

    Merchant City, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, Mediterranean, Gastro Pub

    About Avant Garde

    An inviting space with a cool, contemporary décor, Avant Garde is a lively music bar and restaurant on King Street in the Merchant City. The huge windows are great for people watching but much of the attention focuses on the regular live music, especially the weekend ceilidh and jazz sessions. The kitchen delivers a popular mix of bar classics and Mediterranean favourites with a strong Greek and Italian emphasis.

  • Browns Bar & Brasserie

    1 George Square, G2 1DY

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, European, International

    About Browns Bar & Brasserie

    Classic brasserie in city centre
    With the first Browns opening in 1973, this family of classic brasseries has had plenty of time to polish its offer. Stylish, timeless interiors; smartly turned out staff and simple but well sourced and prepared dishes are key. Located in the old General Post Office building on George Square, the Browns Brasserie and Bar in Glasgow fits the mould neatly. A live pianist keeps the atmosphere sparkling on a Sunday from 3pm – 6pm.

  • The Spiritualist

    62 Miller Street, G1 1DT

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, Seafood, Modern

    About The Spiritualist

    Opened in the spring of 2016, The Spiritualist is a stylish restaurant and bar in the building that once housed Stirling’s Library. Inspired by the Art Deco movement and hung with vintage portraits, the decor is as sleek as it is contemporary. A stunning drinks list features Scottish craft beers; a globe-trotting selection of spirits; a well balanced wine list and many innovative and attractively presented cocktails. A unique Chef’s Table in the kitchen is a real talking point.

  • Mackintosh at the Willow

    217 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EX

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, Scottish, Traditional

    About Mackintosh at the Willow

    So much more than an iconic afternoon tea spot, Mackintosh at the Willow is a fully restored restaurant offering gourmet main courses, sharing platters and cocktails. Step inside this Sauchiehall Street landmark and you will be whisked back into the Art Nouveau elegance of 1903, with dreamy decor and furnishings by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. As well as this, the history exhibition, souvenir shop and tours mean that you can turn your visit into an occasion.