ADVERTISING FEATURE 2011 EATING & DRINKING GUIDE HITLISTED RESTAURANTS
GLASGOW 48 THE LIST 15 Dec 2011–5 Jan 2012
TWO FAT LADIES 118 Blythswood Street / 652 Argyle Street / 88 Dumbarton Road - 0141 847 0088 / 221 8188 / 339 1944 twofatladiesrestaurant.com You'll find fine fish, great cooking and excellent value for money at all three TFL restaurants: the Buttery wins on service, the City branch on atmosphere, while the West End original is best on a budget.There's also the Shandon Belles, beneath the Buttery, with more non-fish options and a low- price set menu.
LEBOWSKIS 1008 Argyle Street, Glasgow 0141 564 7988 / lebowskis.co.uk Dedicated local and seasonal sourcing plus a real passion for food adds up to one of the best bar-kitchens in town. And you can now shuffle a few blocks along Argyle Street to their new seafood restaurant and bar, The Finnieston.
ELIA 24 George Square, Glasgow 0141 221 9988 eliagreekrestaurant.com From meze plates to honeyed puddings, expect delicious and authentic Greek food in a sophisticated, stylishly Mediterranean environment. A great view of the City Chambers across George Square and very reasonable prices are other bonuses.
AN CLACHAN Kelvingrove Park, La Belle Place, Glasgow 07846 463 614, kelvingroveparkcafe.co.uk There’s something for everyone at this cheerful, child-friendly little café in Kelvingrove Park. A considerate attitude extends to recycled furniture, original artwork and quality, local ingredients, which all contribute to the relaxed community vibe.
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THE BOAT HOUSE 22 High Street, Queensferry 0131 331 5429 theboathouse-sq.co.uk This wonderfully located South Queensferry bar, bistro and great fish restaurant has the Forth lapping at its feet. Try and get a window seat for the unbeatable view while you choose between Oban scallops, wild halibut or fresh Scottish oysters.
AL DENTE 139 Easter Road, Edinburgh 0131 652 1932 al-dente-restaurant.co.uk Don't mistake this traditional looking trattoria on Easter Road for run-of-the-mill Italian. The charming neighbourhood atmosphere, excellent service and intriguing flavours have deservedly built Graziano Spano's restaurant an outstanding reputation.
SPOON 6a Nicolson Street, Edinburgh 0131 557 4567 spooncafe.co.uk You’re welcome for anything from coffee to three courses at this creative and kitsch loft-style space in the Old Town. The equally creative British menu has featured the likes of tripe and squirrel, but you’re more likely to encounter retro classics like potted pork and spotted dick.
SUSHIYA 19 Dalry Road, Edinburgh 0131 313 3222 sushiya.co.uk Compact and bijou, buzzy and lively, with a great cast of characters, this Haymarket sushi shop is a fun way to kick-start an evening out. They get almost everything right on the sushi side, and serve really good dumplings.