Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Glasgow/Lanarkshire

OpenTable

Updated 05 October 2026

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

Little SoHo Jordanhill

4.9

4.9 (2106)

£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.

Top review

Shona

Dined 1 day ago

Great friendly place. Very comfortable for families. Dog friendly. Have been there a few times and will definitely be back

Glasgow - Bucks Bar Southside

4.7

4.7 (859)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bucks Bar Southside. We look forward to welcoming you

The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted!
New to Glasgow Southside, Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon.

40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday -Wednesday
weekly offers
www.bucksbar.co.uk

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Derek

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

Amazing food as always. Staff were superb and attentive

Number 16 Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (3714)

£25 and under

Modern European

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Award- winning restaurant in the heart of Glasgow's West End.

Number 16 is a cosy, well established and much loved neighbourhood favourite offering quality food, friendly service and great value in relaxed surroundings. Run by a tight- knit, experienced and dedicated team; Number 16 is proud to bring fresh and unusual ideas to modern Scottish cooking. Our ever- changing menu features imaginative, balanced flavours and a commitment to using seasonal produce. We strive to make each dining experience a relaxing, unique and memorable one for every customer.

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Jack

Dined 1 day ago

We had a fabulous meal. We all had three courses which were delicious and the service was excellent. Would highly recommend No.16 for a special dinner.

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4.9

4.9 (197)

£25 and under

Turkish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Welcome to a bold new dining experience, right in the centre of Glasgow.

We serve Turkish-inspired tapas small plates, big flavours, and a whole new way to enjoy food with friends.

From mouthwatering chargrilled meats to succulent seafood and tasty topped flatbreads, every dish is made to be shared, savoured and remembered.

Join us for great food, warm vibes, and something truly different.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

Cannot praise this place enough. From the fantastic food but also the very friendly, efficient and welcoming staff. Every single one of them made it a very special night. We bought the Mydine App voucher which was 5 tapas and a bottle of wine for £50 which was a great deal. My 2nd time here now and we will definitely be returning. Went here for my husband's birthday and they really took care of us. From the complimentary soups and bread, nachos & dips to the free baklava and apple sours shots. Then they very kindly came out with a big wedge of biscoff cheesecake with a candle in while they all sang happy birthday to him. It was so so nice of them. Definitely worth the praise. The food was also amazing. Our favourites were the mushroom & halloumi in a creamy sauce and the beef sausages. If you've not been, it's a must.

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CHICKEN PIDE

The Ubiquitous Chip - Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (224)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

A taste of Scotland in the Heart of Glasgow. Nestled on the charming Ashton Lane, The Ubiquitous Chip is a must-visit destination for food lovers and whisky enthusiasts alike. With an award-winning Scottish menu, an extensive selection of fine wines, and expertly crafted cocktails, the Chip offers an unforgettable dining experience in a beautiful, atmospheric setting.Choose from the elegant fine dining restaurant, the relaxed upstairs Brasserie, or unwind in one of three unique bars, including a dedicated whisky bar showcasing Scotland’s finest drams. Whether you're sipping a cocktail on the rooftop terrace or indulging in a two AA Rosette meal, the Chip is where Glasgow’s legendary hospitality meets world- class cuisine. Make your visit to Glasgow truly special experience The Ubiquitous Chip.

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Jenni

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely brilliant. Perfect from start to finish. Seated quickly, staff know everything about the menu and drinks options. Food is phenomenal. Atmosphere is quite magical with all the plants. Highly recommend.

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Experience

6 Course Tasting Menu

Experience

9 Course Tasting Menu

Experience

Festive Menu

Ardnamurchan

4.8

4.8 (5917)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Ardnamurchan Restaurant and Bar, serving up produce from all over Scotland. Making sure we are bringing the best of Scotland to our tables and supporting our farmers and fishermen. Come and enjoy a dram and some Scottish fair in our city centre restaurant.

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Penny

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely celebratory meal with friends. Service really good. Waitress attentive & friendly. Food very tasty. Well cooked and well presented. Great choice of whiskeys & wines. Very pleasant evening all round.

Glasgow - Bucks Bar West Regent St

4.7

4.7 (5216)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted!
Buck's Bar is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.

Indoor and outdoor seating available to book

Live music Saturday's - 8:30pm - 10:30pm
40% off selected cocktails Monday - Wednesday

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Fiona

Dined 1 day ago

Staff were fantastic, absolutely brilliant to be honest. Great food also.

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The Chicken Kiev Burger

4.8

4.8 (293)

£26 to £40

Global, International

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Stravaigin is an award-winning Gastro Pub in Glasgow’s vibrant West End, proudly featured in the Michelin Guide. Named after the old Scots word for "wandering," Stravaigin embraces a spirit of culinary adventure, blending global influences with the best of local, sustainable ingredients. The ever-evolving menu showcases bold, inventive dishes alongside Scottish staples like their renowned haggis. With an informal yet knowledgeable service team and a welcoming, lively atmosphere, Stravaigin offers an exciting dining experience—free from pretension but full of creativity. Whether you're seeking a relaxed meal, a special occasion, or an evening of inspired flavours, Stravaigin invites you to stray from the ordinary and explore something truly special.

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Darin

Dined 3 days ago

Great atmosphere and wonderful food. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.8

4.8 (3058)

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

About the restaurant

Chicken Liquor Rock N Roll

The best buttermilk fried chicken you have ever tasted!
Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.

We are wheelchair accessible - please let us know if you need wheelchair access or room for a pram when booking your table, to allow our team to find you the most suitable table!

We have live music every Saturday.

We are dog friendly, children under 18 until 10pm and veggie/vegans options available!

Please note;

Sun-Thur, bookings after 9.45pm are for DRINKS only.

Fri/Sat bookings after 10pm are for DRINKS only.

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LiamGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great food and great service. Always our goto when we’re in Glasgow.

KELP

4.8

4.8 (1582)

£26 to £40

Seafood

Glasgow

About the restaurant

At KELP we take our time to make sure the food that goes on your plate is a fresh and local as possible. We source our seafood to be specifically Scottish and sustainable. We pride ourselves on using local suppliers for all our food. The fish people supply our fresh seafood daily. Our bread comes from Soja bakehouse, a family owned bakery in Cumbernauld. Our meat comes from ABR butchers, based in Bearsden.
Our executive chef, Christopher Hutchison, creates amazing, innovative dishes to be enjoyed and shared with friends and loved ones. We now have an AA rosette for 2023/2024 to highlight his and the teams amazing work. We are located on Cowcaddens Road, just around the corner from our sister restaurant, Ardnamurchan Restaurant and Bar and a stones throw from the theatre royal. Perfect for a meal before a show. Relax in our modern, airy restaurant and watch the chefs work in the open kitchen. Our signature dish is our crab doughnut, you'll be amazed!

Top review

Dined 1 day ago

Our second time at Kelp and it didn’t disappoint. Really excellent food with relaxed but attentive service.

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