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The Finnieston

The Finnieston
1125 Argyle Street
Glasgow, G3 8ND
Phone: 0141 222 2884
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  • Food served: Mon–Sat noon-9.45pm; Sun noon–8.45pm.
  • Pre-theatre times: Before 5pm
  • Bar open: Mon–Sun noon–midnight.
  • Number of wines sold by the glass: 11
  • Also offers: Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Pre-theatre menu, Outdoor tables, Free wi-fi
  • Music on stereo: soul/pop
  • Capacity: 68
  • Largest group: 50
  • Open since: sept 2011

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  • Average price:
     £19 (lunch)
     £22 (evening meal)
  • Pre-theatre price: plate/small side £8
  • House wine: £16 per bottle
Eating & Drinking Guide

The 2012 edition of The List's Eating & Drinking Guide is out now – only £5.95 (+p&p).

This review is taken from the current (2012) edition.

As you enter the snug bar decked with rope bannisters, polished wood and boat motifs you could be in a sleepy fishing village pub rather than on the main Finnieston strip. This smarter, more grown up sister to Lebowskis down the road really does looks great, nicely designed and finished, and instantly welcoming – a vibe echoed by the attentive staff. Carefully sourced seafood is king here; a starter of meaty clams and mussels in a champagne and kale broth brings the senses to life with tales of the sea, whereas the scallops with thyme butter have a more refined air. Mains include fresh market fish cooked your favourite way or, from the menu, two whole orange-spotted plaice come with nutty browned butter, capers and pickled cauliflower. Butter is used liberally, in the French style; these are not light dishes but proper food, with the option of a daily meat and vegetarian dish. If the open seas aren't for you then the enticing cocktails and champagne selection should keep you entertained.

  • High point: Wide range of seafood
  • Low point: Sparse choice if fish isn't your thing

Reviews of The Finnieston (1125 Argyle Street, Glasgow)

3. The Real Blythman, Westend – 27 March 2012, 1:32am5 starsThe FinniestonReport

FOOD: 5/5
SERVICE: 5/5
PRICE: 5/5
DRINKS: 5/5

I visited the Finnieston in Oct 2011 and wasn't too impressed as it seemed to be trying to be more than it needed to.
I've heard from a number of my friends, who are real foodies in the westend, that it had changed its chef and was doing much more affordable and exceptional quality food.
I visited the finnieston for the second time last Friday (23rd March '12) and had a polar opposite experience this time.
As my scoring suggests at the start of this post, i was blown away. Not since '78 st vincent' was around have i had such a superbly delightful dining experience.
I must disagree with the initial intro that the list has given the place as i certainly did not find the menu to be uninspired for example:

Pan seared loin of Lochinver coley with toasted almonds and a roast red pepper emulsion £ 13.00
Whole grilled orange-spotted plaice with browned butter, capers and pickled cauliflower £ 12.50
Roast Isle of Gigha halibut, truffled celeriac, seasonal greens and crispy oysters mushrooms £ 20.95
- to copy and paste just a few, this is not the menu of the uninspired.

All in all, I really enjoyed my night in the finnieston and will be back.

2. Maurine Duffy, west end – 27 March 2012, 12:35am5 starsThe FinniestonReport

Stunning! What a little gem of a place. I was met by the friendliest waiter i've ever come across. His name was Marc and he could not have done more for us to make our evening in the finnieston more enjoyable.
we started with the scallops and oysters - very very tasty.
followed by, i know this sounds plain, fish and chips. I almost wanted to take a picture of the presentation but the taste was just as superb.
My boyfriend had smoked haddock with a poached duck egg - he said it was extremely tasty.
The atmosphere and decor is cosy and interesting.
I eat out a lot and have rarely found somewhere where the food is as accommodating and as friendly as the staff. And the price is spot on too.
I'm not a gin fan but apparently the are doing great things with gin in there.
I will be back!

1. G_Man, West End – 24 March 2012, 1:00am1 starThe FinniestonReport

Nice place. Nice food. The bar staff are extremely aloof and rude - and undeservedly so. A very poor imitation compared to sister pub lebowskis

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