Best restaurants in Glasgow Finnieston

  • The Shandon Belles

    652-654 Argyle Street, G3 8UF

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Bistros & Brasseries

    About The Shandon Belles

    Sitting in a quiet residential part of Glasgow’s Argyle Street, on the western side of the M8, The Shandon Belles is a cosy little bistro. Part of the Two Fats family, it nestles below Two Fat Ladies at The Buttery. With exposed stone, stained glass features and walls lined with curios, it is a warm, inviting and quirky space. The decor has more homely charm than the grand, historic setting of the upstairs restaurant but The Shandon Belles has the same emphasis on thoughtful cooking using top quality ingredients.

  • Hopscotch Restaurant

    Courtyard by Marriott, G3 8GS

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, European, International

    About Hopscotch Restaurant

    Hopscotch is the perfect place to dine before or after an event at the Hydro or SEC, or simply for a night out in Finnieston. Nestled within the Courtyard Glasgow SEC, Hopscotch is a vibrant and lively restaurant that offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, delicious food, and exceptional service.

  • KRU

    1125 Argyle Street, G3 8ND

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: European, Far Eastern, Modern

    About KRU

    Tucked away above The Finnieston Bar and Restaurant, on the hippest stretch of Glasgow’s Argyle Street, Kru is an intimate space specialising in cocktails, brunch and small-plates. The decor is invitingly unusual. Neon, candles, an illuminated whisky collection and a roaring fire all add to the atmosphere. After work drinks, catch-up chats, cosy brunches and dates would all feel very comfortable at Kru.

  • Pellegrini

    1075 Argyle Street, G3 8LY

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Italian

    About Pellegrini

    Pellegrini is part of The Italian Club, a family-run mini chain of restaurants. That family are the Crollas, who originally hail from the Apennines Mountains. The restaurant’s executive chef has an impressive background, with experience cooking in a Michelin star restaurant and also for the Ferrari team.

  • Le Petit Cochon

    9 Radnor Street, G3 7UA

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: European, French, Mediterranean

    About Le Petit Cochon

    Le Petit Cochon is a wine bar and bistro in Glasgow’s hip Finnieston. Soft lighting, candles, fairy lights and exposed brick walls create a cosy and welcoming space. The restaurant serves European dishes, brunch and small plates. Its wine bar boasts an extensive selection and recommended pairings can be advised to be served alongside the dishes.

  • Mezze

    28A Tunnel Street, G3 8HL

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Greek, International, Mediterranean

    About Mezze

    Mezze is a Mediterranean rooftop restaurant on the top floor of the iconic Rotunda complex. Enjoying spectacular views of the River Clyde and Glasgow, the split level venue has an intimate dining area with luxurious booths and rustic tables. There is a laidback bar area under the Rotunda rooftop where olive trees provide a dreamy oasis for cocktails or a quiet glass of wine. Open all day from noon to late, Mezze is all about relaxed casual dining.

  • Porter & Rye

    1131 Argyle Street , G3 8ND

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, Modern, Steaks & Grill

    About Porter & Rye

    Part of the Finnieston strip of Argyle Street, Porter & Rye is one of the chic and hip restaurants which have been responsible for the area’s burgeoning culinary reputation over the last few years. Intimate and flatteringly dimly lit, it has a stylish decor that is half old school Manhattan steak house and half post-industrial warehouse.

  • The Brasserie at Hallmark Glasgow Hotel

    27 Washington Street, G3 8AZ

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: British, Bistros & Brasseries

    About The Brasserie at Hallmark Glasgow Hotel

    Part of the Hallmark Glasgow Hotel on Washington Street, The Brasserie is an informal and welcoming space which is open to locals and hotel residents for lunch and dinner.

  • Sano

    1146 Argyle Street, G3 8TE

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Pizza

    About Sano

  • The Grill - Village The Hotel Club Glasgow

    Village Urban Hotel, G51 1DA

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Steaks & Grill, Burgers

    About The Grill - Village The Hotel Club Glasgow

    Decorated with an open fire and attractive whisky cask lighting, the Verve Grill is part of the Village The Hotel Club Glasgow on Pacific Quay. The chic grill restaurant is very handy for shows or conferences at the SSE Hydro and the SEC as well as the hip and happening Finnieston area. Casual dining in stylish surroundings is the ethos here. The venue also has a trendy bar in which diners can enjoy a pre or post-dinner drink.

  • Rotunda Bar & Diner

    28 Tunnel Street, G3 8HL

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: International, American, Fish & Chips

    About Rotunda Bar & Diner

    Part of the lively Rotunda complex, The Rotunda Bar and Diner in Finnieston is perfectly placed for visitors to The Hydro or the SECC. Bringing an informal, American diner style of eating to the banks of the River Clyde, the venue is ideal for a fun night out with friends or family.

  • The Hidden Lane Tea Room

    Unit 8, G3 8ND

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Tearooms & Desserts

    About The Hidden Lane Tea Room

    The Hidden Lane Tea Room is a hidden gem serving out homemade comforts in Glasgow’s West End.

  • Rioja

    1116 Argyle Street, G3 8TD

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Mediterranean, Spanish, Tapas

    About Rioja

    Since 2014, Rioja has been at the forefront of the exploding Finnieston food scene. And no wonder, as it boasts a chef who has worked at two of Spain’s greatest restaurants — El Bullí and Sucede.

    With Chef Miguel’s innovative twists and sprinkling of molecular gastronomy, this is no ordinary tapas spot. Plus the decor of beachy blues, rustic stone and natural wood will make you feel as if you have stumbled into a chic seaside bar on the Med.

  • Cubatas Tapas Bar & Restaurant

    108 Elderslie Street, G3 7AR

    City Centre, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas

    About Cubatas Tapas Bar & Restaurant

    Cubatas Tapas Bar and Restaurant aims to serve both authentic Spanish and global fusion tapas. A modern, almost minimalist space, with stripped walls and tiled floors, Cubatas is ideal for a romantic night out or a party with friends.

  • Arcaffe Italian Kitchen

    11 North Claremont Street, G3 7NR

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean

    About Arcaffe Italian Kitchen

    Arcaffe Italian Kitchen is a bustling Italian on North Claremont Street in between Kelvingrove Park and Sauchiehall Street. A stylish, contemporary and casual restaurant, it serves everything from coffees and lunches to three course evening meals.

  • La Rotunda

    28 Tunnel Street, G3 8HL

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Italian

    About La Rotunda

    La Rotunda is a contemporary, authentic Italian restaurant located in the ‘B’ listed iconic North Rotunda building on Glasgow’s vibrant Riverside. The restaurant is perfectly positioned next to Scotland’s entertainment hub with the SECC, Clyde Auditorium and the Scottish Hydro arena each a short distance away.

  • Fanny Trollopes

    1066 Argyle Street, G3 8LY

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Scottish

    About Fanny Trollopes

    Fanny Trollopes focuses on honest food, locally sourced, skilfully prepared and modestly priced.

  • Pickled Ginger

    512 St. Vincent Street, G3 8XZ

    Finnieston, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Japanese

    About Pickled Ginger

    Pickled Ginger is a modern Japanese restaurant on St Vincent Street. Fitting neatly into the fashionable Finnieston restaurant scene, it is a stylish space with a buzzy but relaxed atmosphere. Cocktails, sake, Asian beers and an interesting range of Japanese whiskies and spirits are as much of an attraction as the food.

  • Santorini

    1116 Argyle Street, G3 8TD

    West End, Glasgow

    Cuisine: Greek

    About Santorini

    From the owners of 5pm favourite, Halloumi, Santorini launched in the summer of 2023, bringing fresh Greek flavours to Finnieston.