The Buttery

Cocktail Bar | Glasgow | Scotland | United Kingdom

"The Buttery" in Glasgow is a traditional restaurant that was founded in 1870 and is considered one of the oldest culinary establishments in the city. Since 2007, it has been operated under the name "Two Fat Ladies at The Buttery", combining historical charm with modern comfort.

The interior of the restaurant reflects a classic Scottish elegance, with dark wood paneling, tartan carpets, and antique porcelain, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The decor is reminiscent of times past and invites guests to immerse themselves in a different era.

The menu offers a selection of Scottish dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. Highlights include freshly made Cullen Skink, a hearty soup made with smoked haddock, and grilled lemon sole with a crust of smoked cheddar and herbs. For meat lovers, the breaded fillet of Shetland halibut with Cajun spices and a sweetcorn coriander salsa is recommended. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are also available to cater to the varying preferences of guests.

The restaurant places great importance on excellent service and personal attention to guests. The staff are known for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a well-rounded dining experience.

For special occasions, "The Buttery" offers private dining rooms, including "The Snug", an intimate space for up to eight people, and "The Belles", an elegant event space for up to 35 guests. These rooms are ideal for weddings, corporate events, or other special occasions.

Overall, "The Buttery" is a place where tradition and modernity harmoniously blend together to offer guests an unforgettable culinary experience.

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652 Argyle St
G3 8UF Glasgow

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Opening hours

Sunday12:00 - 21:00
Monday--
Tuesday12:00 - 21:00
Wednesday12:00 - 21:00
Thursday12:00 - 21:00
Friday12:00 - 21:00
Saturday12:00 - 21:00

Reviews

1646 Reviews

Chris Clark
02.02.2025

Simply brilliant.
Alex A
20.01.2025

Service was brilliant, properly professional hospitality. Our servers were so lovely and helpful, catered to anything we asked. The interior was really cosy and I enjoyed the music and seating. They also brought out some tablet and chocolate for free as it was my partner’s birthday which was unexpected and kind. The only disappointment was the food! I had a whiskey sour cocktail which I didn’t enjoy, but won’t hold that against The Buttery, it was my taste. For starters we had the fig salad, and the scallop dish. The scallops were nice but the sauce didn’t have much flavour to it. The fig dish for me didn’t get the textures right. Following that I had the halibut for main. This was a big disappointment… the fish was dry, the sauce wasn’t nice, the potatoes were abundant and flavourless. The presentation left a lot to be desired particularly on the mains. Everything was stacked up with the sauce poured freely. I would maybe return based on the great service, maybe I caught the kitchen on a bad day. But for the price as well the food didn’t do it for me.
Jóhann Jóhannsson
19.01.2025

Very good food. Great service and a unique atmosphere.
Hazel
09.01.2025

Great menu, fantastic staff - extremely friendly and helpful. Lovely atmosphere and surroundings. Will definitely be back soon. Its great.
Jonathan Wilson
06.01.2025

This was a wonderful dining experience. The staff hit the perfect balance of formal and friendly, the menu was small but well designed and had something for everyone In particular our kids were made very welcome which made the whole meal very enjoyable!
Fraser Magee
03.01.2025

I thought that this was going to be a five star review after the first two courses (which were wonderful) but there was a real drop-off in quality with the desserts. The Panna Cotta was over gelatinised and didn't move. The creme brulee was completely liquid. At this price range there are better and more accessible dining options in Glasgow.
Kirsty Gilmour
29.12.2024

The staff are super friendly and professional. Which makes the atmosphere. Gluten free friendly and even have a kids menu. Feel I made the wrong choice picking two curried dishes when wanting the Scottish fix but was in the mood for fish and both came with curry.
Andrew Price (Pricey)
28.12.2024

Beautiful wee restaurant, attentive but not over bearing staff, absolutely stunning food, spot on start to finish 👌
Joanne Robertson
26.12.2024

Amazing food the atmosphere inside the restaurant is laid back and comfortable even though it is a higher class restaurant. Our server on the night was stephen very attentive and would highly recommend A very good meal in a lovely 1930s inspired decor scottish restaurant
Craig Fraser
22.12.2024

Always an amazing experience.
Graham Auld
07.05.2019

Very nice place to relax and share a meal with friends. A great atmosphere and quality food which slips a little pre-Christmas but is usually bang on.
Laura Stinson
20.12.2024

This was my first time at The Buttery and it won’t be my last! Wonderful staff who were attentive and friendly. Food was delicious as was the wine. A lovely way to spend some time with family at Christmas. Thank you for a great experience.
Mel Cadman
18.12.2024

An excellent meal around Christmas, with none of the usual shortcuts used by far too many other restaurateurs at this time of year. Excellent food and wine, with very attentive but not intrusive service and a great relaxing vibe. The overall price was also very modest for this outstanding meal.
CYRIL YOHANNAN
17.12.2024

A cozy yet elegant atmosphere. The Beef & Mushroom was a rich and flavorful dish that set the tone for the rest of the meal. The Highland Venison was tender and perfectly cooked, offering a delicious flavor. The Gingerbread Cheesecake was the perfect end to the meal. The service was excellent, with attentive staff who made the experience even better. Overall, a fantastic spot for anyone looking for top-notch food in a welcoming setting.
Christian KNITTL-FRANK (lcnittl)
17.12.2024

Lovely place with delicious food and drinks. The service was great and the staff was very friendly. Overall a superb experience!
Lewis Mc
15.12.2024

Very enjoyable experience. Would highly recommend
Mini Deb
14.12.2024

Absolutely perfect way to celebrate the last night of our first visit to Glasgow. From the ambience to the delicious food to the friendly, professional service, we had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful culinary experience with a Scottish twist.
Vivien Neoh
13.12.2024

If only I could give more than 5 stars. Top-notch food and service, and the coziest dining room ever.
Stephen T
09.12.2024

Gorgeous restaurant superb food, cozy ambience and attentive service.
Adrian Ace
08.12.2024

10/10 top shelf
Marion Sim
06.12.2024

Great service, food was lovely and lovely venue. Staff were so lovely and couldn't do enough for you. Was a team Christmas night and they were excellent at looking after us!
Andriy Yeremeyev
04.12.2024

Very good food and service however the atmosphere is rather old fashioned and could use a touch up
Jamil Khan Afridi
29.11.2024

Good 😊
Fraser Cassells
28.11.2024

Lovely lunch, almost a throwback to afternoon tea with your granny. Quaint surroundings. Fantastic Cullen Skink - the best I’ve ever had. The coley was superb too. However my wife wasn’t too keen on her sea bream - not a fan of the sauce! Would happily recommend
colin nisbet
26.11.2024

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here. 6 of us all agreed the meal, service and ambience were lovely. Not overly priced for the quality in all departments. We will return.
Kenny McAllister
24.11.2024

The food, service and ambience is absolutely fantastic. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you to the Buttery team for a great night tonight.
Laura Currie
24.11.2024

Literally blown away by the level of service and food not to mention atmosphere. Really impressed and cannot wait to book our wedding meal here. Ross you are amazing as are your colleagues. Just speechless really which is not like me! Thank you so much Alan & Laura
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24.11.2024

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Roderick roberts
17.11.2024

We had a fabulous lunch downstairs in the private dining room for a friend's special birthday celebration. The food was absolutely fantastic, perfectly cooked and delicious served by the most attentive and friendly staff. We can't praise the Buttery enough. It's our favourite, favourite restaurant. Thank you so much to the wonderful staff and chefs.

 

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