Grab a bite near . . . City Halls & Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow
89 Candleriggs
This classy curry house specialises in South Indian dishes. Head-turning speciality dosas (large papery pancakes with spicy fillings) and idli rice cakes are joined by other regional delicacies.
79 Albion Street
Bar Soba is a crowd-pleaser with its pan-Asian menu and enticing cocktails. Whether enjoying Thai curries, bao buns, dumplings or noodles, it’s a big bonus to enjoy an alfresco vibe while still being protected from the Glasgow weather.
64 Albion Street
Café Gandolfi set up shop in the old cheesemarket in 1979, when this part of town was in need of some TLC. Expect arty takes on Scottish classics and modern riffs on our national produce.
26 Candleriggs
This fun diner caters to pizza lovers who like a taste of Napoli. Toppings are eclectically global: think Philly cheesesteak or Jamaican jerk chicken, with street-food sides and cocktails.
97–99 Candleriggs
Amid eye-catching balloon breads and weekend belly dancers, there’s plenty of top Turkish cuisine to enjoy here, from mixed mezze and grilled kebabs galore, to baklava and raki.
This article was written in partnership with William Grant & Sons.