Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Glasgow/Lanarkshire

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Glasgow/Lanarkshire? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Prancing Stag

4.9

4.9 (37)

£25 and under

Scottish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

The Prancing Stag is a family-run, award-winning neighbourhood restaurant specialising in modern, seasonal Scottish food, with the restaurant being awarded an AA Rosette award for culinary excellence 2022/2023/2024.

The restaurant is just off of Crow Road beside Jordanhill train station, just three stops from the Exhibition Centre, Events Campus & OVO Hydro. We're also only a short walk from Scotstoun show ground for the Glasgow Warriors Games. So, perfect for all your meals & drinks pre (and/or post) match or concert.

Our front of house staff strive to create a relaxed & friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy a meal with family, friends or colleagues. And, if there's anything we can do to make your experience more enjoyable, please get in touch.

We offer a set-priced and an a la carte menu, & we cater to all dietary requirements, with hopefully something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Top review

Gillian

Dined on Sep 4, 2024

First time eating here- and certainly won’t be the last. Fabulous market menu- great choice and food and service were excellent. Can’t wait to return.

Little SoHo Jordanhill

4.8

4.8 (1652)

£25 and under

Italian

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Little SoHo is a family owned cocktail bar and pizzeria restaurant in Jordanhill near Scotstoun. Specialising in fresh, handmade stone-baked pizza, pasta and burgers, sides and desserts.

We also serve a good range of value wines, quality beers, expertly mixed cocktails and great Italian coffee.

Open 12 noon till late, 7 days for lunch, evening cocktails and meals.

Little SoHo is family friendly with a kids menu available.
We love dogs, so your best friend is also welcome, providing he's on his best behaviour.

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Claire

Dined 2 days ago

Superb food and drink for the family. Lovely staff.

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4.8

4.8 (1478)

£25 and under

Indian

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Obsession of India! We offer fresh, authentic, honest Indian food. Our philosophy is to cook fresh for every order and use only the best quality ingredients locally available. Try our Specials and we are confident that the dishes will speak for themselves.

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Chris

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing. Outstanding food at excellent prices. Would recommend it to anyone

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Chicken Tikka Poori Roll

Charcoals

4.8

4.8 (351)

£25 and under

Indian

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Glasgow may seem far the romantic punjabi region of the indian and subcontinent,yet through charcoals you can enjoy their traditional family dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and cooked before your eyes on our massive charcoal grill
we have achieved in 2012 as follows are details winner of scottish curry awards,maitre d of the year was muhammad ALI , curry club award for glasgow, opentable diner choice awards
your food is looked after by our experienced chefs who produce unique traditional dishes using recipes which have been handed down from father to son for generations

we are now catering for parties e.g. bhirthdays,weddings,office snacks for meeting

we look after our customers as our guests,you wont be dissapointed with our service and quality of food thats our promise.

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John

Dined 7 days ago

Another great experience at Charcoals. Fantastic food & service as usual. Thanks so much.

Lobo

4.8

4.8 (570)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Roisin

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

The food was fantastic, with great service throughout! Would thoroughly recommend!!

Velvet Sparrow

4.8

4.8 (306)

£25 and under

British

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Velvet Sparrow! We look forward to serving you.

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Joan

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely quiet lunch with excellent food and service.

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1238)

£25 and under

Spanish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Elena’s Spanish Bar & Restaurant is Glasgow’s newest and most exciting authentic Northern Spanish dining venue. Your host, Elena from Santander will share her passion for authentic Spanish food & drink; a passion reflected in these awards;
2018 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2019 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2021 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2019 SME Scottish Enterprise Awards; Tapas Restaurant of the Year
2019 Scottish Hospitality Awards; Scottish Restaurant of the Year
2021 Scottish Business Awards: Best Restaurant, Regional Winner
2022 Scottish Business Awards; Best Restaurant, Scottish Winner
Very close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Kelvin Hall, Glasgow University and Kelvingrove Park.
Cozy interior and sheltered outside area for when the weather permits.
We have an extensive menu, majoring in fresh seafood with a signature dish of Seafood Paella.

Top review

Stephen

Dined 7 days ago

Helpful, Knowledgeable Staff. Great Service. Great Food, Really good ambiance. Portions a little larger than many Tapas places. So keep this in mind when ordering. You can always add to your order if needed. This was our first visit to Elena's, we will definitely be back Great experience from start to finish.

Madras Cafe

4.7

4.7 (687)

£25 and under

Indian

Glasgow

About the restaurant

No short cuts. No easy fixes. We aspire to do things the right way. Using recipes that are true to their roots, wholesome natural ingredients, and classical cooking techniques. Our food is actually cooked in our own kitchens, from scratch, by our amazing chefs who absolutely love their jobs and love feeding people!
We offer quality and honest food. Everything we create in our kitchen is sublime, from the textures to the flavours. We aim to enhance and elevate the Indian classics and street food.As nature is generous with her many colours and palate, you will find her in the finely blended flavours in all the dishes we present, experienced in all their authenticity, their freshness and their delightful individuality.
Our culinary style is both – incredibly simple and cleverly refined. Everything that seems ordinary hides a delightful twist.
Let Madras Cafe guide you through a memorable dining experience.

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Alicia

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

If you’re looking for something a little different from the traditional curry offerings that typify most Indian restaurants, then you should try Madras Cafe. The food is delicious but without costing an arm and a leg. Overall, an excellent experience.

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4.6

4.6 (1696)

£26 to £40

British

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Our family run restaurant is open daily serving lunch and dinner. Our menu specialises in quality local ingredients from our scotch beef sourced from master butcher John Gilmour to our fresh seafood from Bernard Corrigan's of Glasgow.

Our bar hosts a wide range of spirits, varies selection of beers, a high quality wine list to complement our menu and a diverse cocktail menu to cater for all tastes.

We have an outdoor terrace that can be enjoyed during the summer months.

Visit our website www.themcmillan.co.uk for other menu's, gift vouchers etc.

We look forward to welcoming you at The McMillan.

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Shirley

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

The Chateaubriand was cooked perfectly. Couldn’t fault the food , staff or anything about the restaurant. Will definitely be back

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£12 STEAK + CHIPS - BEST VALUE IN GLASGOW!

Van Winkle

4.5

4.5 (430)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Van Winkle, we look forward to serving you. We’ve sampled food all across the USA but our heart fell in love with the taste of classic BBQ and Grill dishes from Kentucky. Comfort food for the soul and incredible flavours.

Serving the largest selection of Bourbons in Scotland along with an awesome array of beers, wine and cocktails.

All our food is locally sourced, using on the highest quality products and prepared fresh, in house at Van Winkle.

We are in a great location, opposite the Barrowland Ballroom. Easy access from the City Centre or the East End.

Don't forget our hidden gem, The Jack Daniels Beer Garden, a great spot to enjoy a beer or two.

We offer a sit in, takeaway and home delivery service.

We are partnered with Just Eat, Deliveroo and Uber Eats for takeaway or you can order online for collection at www.vanwinkle.co.uk

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Stuart

Dined 7 days ago

Great friendly staff and good food and beer, atmosphere etc

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