Bread Meats Bread

Back when Glasgow went burger crazy, Bread Meats Bread rode the wave, expanded (three apiece in Glasgow and Edinburgh), and kept on riding while others disappeared from the meaty scene. BMB’s success is rooted in top-notch ingredients, not-rip-off prices, and a crowd-pleasing sandwich selection.

Cail Bruich

For years, this lone player in the Charalambous brothers’ now multi-venue portfolio couldn’t quite hit the Michelin heights. Then chef Lorna McNee arrived and clinched the big gong (retained for 2023). It was a shining light before the star, now it’s even better, offering a surprise tasting menu of culinary prowess.

Morning Glory

When the owners of small-plate specialist Five March said they were opening a brunch café a couple of years ago, everyone knew it’d be great. Its familiar offerings are elevated by superb sourcing, inventive ideas and exceptional execution. Good luck getting a seat at weekend brunchtime.

Cottonrake

One of the trailblazers of Glasgow’s nouvelle bakery scene. This corner bakery-café may be more shop with a few perches, but elbow your way in and you’ll find a world of goodies, from breads and bakes to savoury and sweet pastries, sandwiches and cakes galore.

Papercup

This stripped-back heaven for coffee lovers has been hitting us with caffeine since 2012. A wholesale roastery (recently moved to SWG3) means there are plenty of beans on a menu that also features cold brews. Local sourcing dominates a brunch menu that drifts enticingly into lunchtime.