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Glasgow 2021/22
SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL
Scottish
26 Bell Street, Glasgow, G1 1LG
0141 552 9900
This restaurant’s name means ‘merchant’ in Scots
Gaelic, and it’s located in Merchant City itself. Set
across two floors, Mharsanta is a contemporary, chic
eatery providing great food and a venue for private
functions. Enjoy fine Scottish fare such as mussels
and scallops, alongside hearty home-cooked
favourites like mince and tatties and sausage pie,
all to be found on the versatile menu. Open seven
days a week, here you can enjoy brunch, lunch,
afternoon tea, ‘bubbles and bites’ afternoon treats,
pre-theatre set meals and a la carte evening dining.
Kids have their own menu and cocktail lovers will
revel in the international creations conjured up by
the highly skilled and knowledgeable bartenders.
Events are frequently hosted upstairs in The
Hideout, with press launches, corporate meetings,
boutique weddings, food and drink tastings,
seasonal celebration meals and networking events
all taking place here.
STRAVAIGIN
28 Gibson Street, Kelvinbridge
Glasgow, G12 8NX
0141 334 2665
If you prefer a dining experience that’s out of the
ordinary, book a table at Stravaigin. Here you can
feast on unusual gourmet creations such as roast
wood pigeon, truffled celeriac and potato gratin, oat
milk creme and tonka bean panna cotta. There’s
a strong Scottish influence in the ingredient list,
with plenty of local produce. Seafood comes from
John Vallance, pork from Ramsay of Carluke,
other meats from Simon Howie and Campbells,
cheese from George Mewes of Glasgow and fresh
veggies and herbs from Stravaigin’s own small
holding Lochlibo in Ayrshire. The main restaurant
can be found downstairs, while the cafe bar is at
street level for more casual snacks and drinks.
Stay and drink till late, with opening hours until
1am, seven days a week. There’s frequent live
traditional music at ‘Stravaigin sessions’, making
it a great place to spot local talent too.
MHARSANTA
