Dakhin
89 Candleriggs
This classy South Indian curry house, sister to nearby The Dhabba, is in an attractive building opposite Merchant Square. There are head-turning papery dosas, regional specialities, lots of coconut-based dishes and flame-cooked skewers. There is plenty for vegans on the menu and it’s all 100% gluten and nut-free.

Madha
42 Albion Street
A contemporary Indian diner specialising in North and South Indian cuisine with some familiar dishes (dosas, biryani, tandoori, etc) and plenty of intriguing lesser-known options, including Kerala and Malabari specialities. Every dish packs in flavour with rare levels of finesse, and it’s all delivered by charming staff.

Margo
68 Miller Street
Effortless cool at this accomplished, gigantic space from the team behind popular Ox And Finch and Ka Pao. Dishes are complex yet utterly simple; a bit of the ‘modern takes on classics’ with familiar combinations playfully reimagined. Downstairs is sister bar Sebb’s doing cocktails and small plates.

The Merchant Steakhouse
56 Ingram Street
There’s a relaxed luxe feel to this contemporary steakhouse. Beefy options range from ribeye to tomahawk and are aged in-house, available as 28-days old or a pricier 45 days. They also do Sunday roasts, half-price Tomahawk Tuesdays and make a meal out of their beef wellington.

The Spanish Butcher
80 Miller Street
This sister to The Butchershop in Finnieston specialises in the beef of Galician blond cattle, arguably some of the best beef around (don’t tell our coos). Added enticements include Ibérico pork, well-handled Scottish seafood and a handsome setting, plus an enticing cocktail menu inspired by Spanish culture.

Turkiye Efes
97–99 Candleriggs
This nicely sited diner, opposite the grand City Halls, is a top spot for a traditional Turkish feast (and occasional belly dancers). An enticing menu includes hot and cold mezze, topped pide breads and grilled kebabs galore, and a traditional breakfast is served on Sunday mornings.

Also try... creative pizza at Nonna Said, classic Scottish food at Mharsanta, and the fantastically named Momo Hub Mother Nepal in Merchant Square doing Nepalese dumplings and Indian cross-over curries

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