Best Breakfast and Brunch in Glasgow
Glasgow, a vibrant city in Scotland, is not only renowned for its rich history and stunning architecture but also for its diverse culinary scene. The city is a haven for food lovers, offering a plethora of options for every meal of the day. However, it's the breakfast and brunch offerings that truly stand out, making Glasgow a must-visit for those who enjoy starting their day with a hearty meal. From traditional Scottish breakfasts to contemporary brunch dishes, the city's eateries cater to all tastes and preferences. This article will guide you through the best breakfast and brunch spots in Glasgow, ensuring your mornings in this beautiful city are filled with delicious food and memorable experiences.
Tibo bistro
4.6
(703)
Intimate, warmly decorated cafe with regular open mic nights and all day menus of global food.
Reviews:
Popped in here yesterday morning for a breakfast. Brilliant service, food blew me away. Chef looked like a younger Tom kitchen, but fantastic food came out from his kitchen. Be back the next time we're visiting.
Maurice Ahern
First time in Tibo I have been with some friends and I can say I was a bit disappointed first it was one guy that he was a bit rude and we told him we waiting 2 more people to join us and he seems not happy about that .. then another guy came that he was more polite but a bit cheeky.. the food came out quite fast but the best was overtoasted I couldn’t cut it even with my knife it was average, the prosciutto it was also solid then I ask for Tabasco and at the end I saw on my bill 0.40£ for Tabasco that I use 2 drops what a joke .. and the answer I got it was we need to pay for everything as the prices increased two streets down Mesa has Tabasco on a table and the quality of the food it’s much better without any extra hidden costs . I would not be back. Disappointing
Dina Z
I had ordered delivery from here a few times and it was always really good quality. Decided to go in to the place and wish I had earlier. The staff are so nice and great chat and it’s a really nice venue. Would be great to see more places like this open in Dennistoun.
CB
Great Café. No wonder we had to wait for a table, the food is out this world! Will definitely be back.
Kevin
Stopped in for lunch on a whim and was not disappointed. Wonderful food and atmosphere. The service was excellent as well. Will definitely be going back.
Jessica L
443 Duke St, Glasgow G31 1RY, UK
Cafe strange brew
4.7
(1139)
Funky haunt for craft coffee drinks & creative brunch fare in a spacious, spartan layout.
Reviews:
Wow. Best food when eating out in a long time. Lovely big portion, great flavours, and beautifully presented. I had sourdough toast with fried eggs, halloumi, hummus, pickles, pomegranate, and more! Really was amazing. I sat outside people watching , love it. I would highly recommend it, and there are heaps of choices on the menu for all diets.
kelstarmac
Came here for brunch on a Saturday morning, was told it would be a 45 min wait, but ended up being much shorter! The service and the food were both great. I ordered the avocado and salmon on toast, and a Vietnamese coffee. The salmon was good, super filling, but I think I would’ve preferred for it to be smoked salmon instead. The coffee was amazing, I’d definitely recommend it! My friend had the shakshuka and really enjoyed it, great vegetarian option. I paid £14 for the salmon and the coffee, it was fantastic value for money, would happily come here again.
Yasmin Chowdhury
Not really sure if they might still be in business by next year with their food services Food is meh, nothing too special ,overpriced and very basic, portion sizes are good. Coffee was just ok they don’t have a pour over coffee too. Service however is excellent and the main reason to return. Seating isn’t the best and atmosphere too Smelled bad inside too.
Abdulaziz
I came into Cafe strange brew for the first time, with my friend for lunch. We really loved it. The staff were really lovely and accommodating to our food needs. Would definitely come back. Thanks again!
Trudi Logan
Best brunch in the UK. There we said it. We regularly travel from the midlands to stay in Shawlands and cafe strange brew is a big reason for this. The veggie hash is insane, as are the pancakes. The coffee is great. Super service. Incredible value for money.
James Berry
1082 Pollokshaws Rd, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3XA, UK
Stravaigin
4.5
(1443)
Gourmet concoctions from wild ingredients like grey squirrel, hedgerow herbs and sea urchins.
Reviews:
Probably one of the best places in Glasgow for great local food. A very beautifully made interior of the restaurant puts you in a cozy atmosphere. The service is super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The food itself is just great - delicious, from local ingredients and just an explosion for your taste buds. A reservation is definitely necessary as it is a well-known and good-visited spot in Glasgow.
Tatjana Ilina
This restaurant was highly recommended, we came but didn't book a table, we were seated behind the bar and we understood because it was our mistake, but the waiters bypassed us and ignored us, they always left somewhere, we couldn't even call anyone . When it came time to eat, no one informed us that the food we ordered would be so spicy, the menu did not say so. The mussels were peppered with jalapeño, which was not mentioned on the menu, and the curry prawns were super spicy. When we reported this to the waiter, he said that we should have warned him and he would have brought us yogurt to reduce the burning sensation, this is very funny, we didn’t expect this, we expected everything, but not this response. The atmosphere was very good, but the evening was completely ruined.
Sasha Kolomensky
Great place for a dinner, we seated upstairs which it was quite and perfect for a date with candlelight atmosphere. The menu wasn’t too big so we order 3 small plates and one big plate which was perfect portions for two people. Good pairing of unexpected ingredient but all the dishes tasted very good. I would definitely go back and try other dishes
Alessandra Micieli
We had an early dinner and we loved our server, she recommended some amazing local scotland dishes for us to try. We ordered tonns of food and drinks. We were clearly hungry!! Lol The ambience was quite amazing. The crowd was gr8. Ample of sitting space apart from the bar area. Some families with younger kids were even sitting outside. The artifacts and rustic look stole it for me. All the dishes that we ordered were really tasty..we goobled them all. From Haggis to leeks to burgers, we enjoyed them throughly. What a fun place. Must visit if in glassgow.
It Starts at Home - Sonali Kapoor
Everything about our dinner here was perfect. The atmosphere is welcoming and the space is a really neat, rustic/eclectic vibe that feels chic and also totally down to earth. We loved seeing the dogs dining alongside their humans in the bar area! Our server Max was friendly and had great recommendations. Our drinks were super tasty, and every single thing we ordered food wise was just incredible. The veggie haggis with whiskey cream sauce was superb and the leeks confit with whipped tofu were totally unexpected and divine. The panna cotta was the perfect way to finish the meal. Could not recommend this place more, if we were locals we would eat here all the time!
Rachel Harawood
28 Gibson St, Glasgow G12 8NX, UK
The brunch club
4.3
(635)
Low-key all-day brunch restaurant, serving hearty staples & cocktails in cool surrounds.
Reviews:
Great restaurant tucked behind kelvinhall. Really enjoyed the fried chicken and waffles, chicken was moist and sweetened with honey, but surprisingly did not dampen/soak the waffles. The steak was frites were delicious, the fries were out highlight though, seasoned deliciously just at the right crispiness.
Angelina Lau
We came for some cocktails and nibbles on Friday night and received excellent service and absolutely delicious cocktails. Honestly taken aback by this little gem in Glasgow. Come and enjoy a relaxed evening adorned with delicious nibbles, top notch friendly service from Naomi and Debs and exquisite cocktails. Thoroughly recommend.
Oscar Dunstan
The place seems clearly crowded, a good sign, however the staff seems overwhelmed. Food looks better than it tastes and the cutlery and dishes could do with a better washing, we could not touch our water glasses. Music is great though and the place is clean.
Carla Padurariu
Came here for a late lunch, amazing music and atmosphere. Lovely decor too. Staff were friendly and the place was clean. The vegan option (vegan breakfast) was delicious, although they did give me dairy butter packets with it which was disappointing. Surely you’d think ordering a vegan option they wouldn’t put something non vegan on there too. Apart from that my friends enjoyed their meals too (amazing chai lattes). Not badly priced for the area too and the serving sizes are good.
Bri D
The 7 of us walked in and we were seated very quickly. The eggs benedict was delicious and came in large portions. Would recommend!
Peter Lai
67 Old Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G3 8RF, UK
Scran
4.8
(392)
Reviews:
Lovely place near the Barras. It’s small and busy so you may have await for a table, but it’s worth it. All staff were very friendly and happy, even under pressure. Our dishes were perfect, none of us could fault it.
Aileen Hillis
They say: "Just eggs" more than that. Lovely arranged with additional condiments and tasty touches. Loaded soup was delicious as well. Lovely and quiet spot worth your cash.
Tea10 McCl
Our first time visiting Scran. It is a very busy wee place! We waited half an hour for the table and it was definitely worth it! The food is 5* filth, the staff are very friendly. We will definitely be back. Good job guys 👏
Conor Ashe
Edit: I’ve been back to sit in at London Road and I loved it. Great service, great tunes, amazing food. The halloumi fries and sauce - incredible. My original review was during lockdown and the world was crazy. Life is better now, and so was my Scran experience. We came here for a takeaway breakfast one Sunday. It was busy inside but the staff were lovely and explained the takeaway process well. We got fries, rolls and coffees. My halloumi fries were lovely - the hot sauce is absolutely delicious. My husband got the burger fries and loved them. The rolls were nice but it’s hard to spruce up something you could definitely make at home. My potato scone looked like it hadn’t really been cooked (maybe it’s a personal preference thing) but everything else was nice enough. I will definitely come back here and will likely change my mind on the 4 stars - everyone else seems to rave about it so think it was just my choice of roll letting me down!
Gillian Fox
Our first experience in this (very) cozy cafe was really brilliant! I recommend to go early because they have few sits and it’s constantly busy. In any case we were welcomed by a very kind server, Phoebe, who helped us to make our choice (they changed the menu recently). The coffee was well made and was tasty. It was heavy on the syrup, but I appreciated it. The portion of the food was abundant but everything was very tasty. My favourite was the shrimp while my friend preferred the bayou bowl. The bayou bowl was nice and warm, which was great for a chilly day. The value for the price was great, and the service was quite fast, considering there were just 2 people working in the front. We will return back for sure!
Andrea Casolare
239 London Rd, Glasgow G40 1PE, UK
Riverhill coffee bar
4.5
(691)
Low-key cafe with bar seating serving sandwiches, hot specials and homemade cakes and pastries.
Reviews:
Been a regular visitor to Riverhill for a number of years. The coffee is always served quickly and tastes great. Their sandwich selection includes vegetarian, pescetarian and meat options and they have a wide selection of cakes available. An affordable and reliable coffee shop in the city centre!
Eilidh MacQuarrie
Awesome coffee and lots of choices. The staff working provide a great service, they’re friendly and work efficient. Also a great selection of fresh sandwiches and sweets. Well wrapped and perfect for takeaway. Sitting in at the bar on the sides is also possible.
Bram Eat
Hardly any vegan options despite reading reviews that there were many. The photos of menus must be very old since we came for the vegan Scottish breakfast but the only vegan options were overnight oats or a very simple (but tasty) avocado toast. The espresso was not very good.
Roberta Tam
Wanted a quickly cooked breakfast before heading out of Glasgow. Ended up getting just a coffee because the hob was a flat surface grill that cooked everything including eggs, which I am allergic to and mentioned to the staff. The breakfast I saw others have looked lovely though. Just a pity that they don’t cater to allergies. Also, they’ve got a small sitting area so your best bet is to take out or suffer getting squeezed between the rush hour queue, and smell of grease on your clothes and hair after you’re done eating.
Adanna O.
An awesome coffee spot in the centre of Glasgow! Delicious coffee and the best almond croissant I’ve ever had! I didn’t eat anything else but the bagels looked delicious too! Staff were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend this spot!
Amie Dawson
24 Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3PU, UK
Stack & still
4.3
(1943)
Modern setting for sweet, savoury & layered pancakes, plus beer, cider, soft drinks & cocktails.
Reviews:
Very cool pancake place to eat out when visiting Glasgow (from the States). My partner and I ended up splitting pancakes so that we could try both the savory and sweet pancakes. I recommend doing the same if you want to try a variety, as the size of the toppings does not change when you order additional pancakes. Service was quick and we liked that there were gluten free options for the pancakes that tasted delicious. Pictured is the gluten free Smoked Salmon and Avocado Stack and the gluten free Toffee Apple Stack.
Abigail Perkins
Love the pancakes. Restaurant is busy. No service as order has to be done online with the QR code. The waiter came 3 times to the table to remind us to order it via the website. Was told that pancakes will arrive in 20mins but it came earlier that expected. Ordered savory flavors and I wished I had order another sweet portion for dessert.
Mathilde (MathildeOnTravel)
Loved it here!! Has every single pancake your sweet tooth could desire. Great service and very generous with toppings. I had the biscoff pancakes and they were the best i have ever had They also have many allergy friendly gluten free and vegetarian options
Anika
Sweet or savory, healthier or heavier, they have choices for everyone. Single stack and latte filled up both up. You can count on getting a hardy breakfast anytime of day. Easy to get a seat on a Friday morning. Service was good. Restaurant was full but not too loud.
Jeneen Bell
The most delicious pancakes you'll ever taste with countless toppings available. But watch the price does sting a little especially since you order online at your table and they add a 10% tip before you've had any service or tasted the food. In my opinion it was worth every penny.
Renvious13
100-108, 100 W George St, Glasgow G2 1PJ, UK