| Whatever kind of
cuisine tickles your taste buds you’ll find plenty
of choice when it comes to something a bit different.
So if you’re tired of oat cakes and haggis and want
to sample some truly exotic cuisine there’s an abundance
of Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Mexican restaurants
in Glasgow to sample.
Air Organic [map] on Kelvingrove Street is one of a kind in Glasgow. This
impressive minimalist building is inspired by aeroplanes,
and diners can even order from flight card menus. Perfect
for those keen to live a healthy lifestyle, dishes here
are as organic as possible whilst still being innovative
and exciting. At the weekend a DJ is on hand to create
an ambient atmosphere and help diners wind down in the
chilled-out bar after their meals.
Another unusual restaurant can be found at Supper Club
[map],
Albion Street, Merchant Square, which is a luxurious restaurant
recreating the supper clubs of the 1930s and 40s. It is
advisable to book at least a week in advance as the Club
is extremely popular.
The dress code encourages diners to wear their very best
evening-wear, and the scene is set for the evening with
the help of deep plush carpets, soft backed chairs, and
a baby grand piano from which the strains of Frank Sinatra
and Nina Simone softly float into the evening air. You
could go for a steak or special grill, or choose the vegetarian
dish of the day. The menu also contains a choice of
more than 14 coffees. Decadence rules here.
Media types and businesspeople love to head to Fusion
[map] on Byres Road, which is one of Glasgow’s most fashionable
sushi restaurants. Sit at the bar and watch the chef work
his magic as he cooks up dishes ranging from soup and
noodles to tempura dishes and mixed sushi. There’s
also some traditional Japanese desserts on offer.
If you’re going with a group of friends, you could
book one of the taster plates so that you can try bits
and pieces of more than 18 different dishes.
Cantina Del Rey [map] on King’s Court, King Street, serves up some of
the best Mexican cuisine in Glasgow and is famed amongst
eager diners for its classic fajitas. Offering seating
for more than 250 people this is a real party venue and
frozen margaritas are a must. There’s also free
bowls of tortilla chips on offer and prices are particularly
reasonable.
If you’re looking for a very different cuisine it’s
probably time you tried Cypriot cuisine with a visit to Antoniou’s Tavern [map] on Sauchiehall Street where you’ll find a lively
and friendly atmosphere. The décor is very traditional,
cheerful yellow mixed with cool blue, and plate smashing
is positively encouraged. Ingredients are organic and
the food tastes authentic and home cooked. Particular
specialities for meat-eaters include the moussaka and
the lamb Kleftico.
Not many people have tried the delightful cuisine of Eastern
Europe so now is your chance to sample some really interesting
food. Café Cossachok [map] on King Street in Trongate is the place to enjoy cuisine
from all parts of the former Soviet Union. Try borscht
and piroshki in a friendly environment, or indulge in
some authentic vodka.
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