Café Wander

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.

First of all, it'd be easily done, but a shame to wander past Café Wander's City Centre venue, situated as it is below street level. This basement cosiness, combined with friendly staff, give it a happy and relaxed vibe that's quite unique. The hearty portions echo its big heart: panini are full to bursting and sandwiches substantial. The daily quiche is usually vegetarian and may be goat's cheese and pumpkin – light and satisfying with a delicate pastry. Most of the sandwich, burger, jacket potato and cake choices don't break new ground but black pudding croutons on pea and ham soup is a quirky touch that works. Salads (with a delicious dressing), smoothies and frappés fit in with the overall healthy tone. In short, a welcome relief from café-chain-ville and a comfortable refuge for the solo diner. Its sister venue – at street level this time – in Finnieston has fewer seats and a more limited menu.