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Thai Lemongrass
24 Renfrew Street,
Glasgow,
G2 3BW
Thai Lemongrass exudes an almost spa-like calm. Ceiling fans rotate hypnotically, ushering a cool breeze along cushioned booths; meditative lights shine through intricate wood carvings. Staff are genteel, making you feel pampered as they explain the…
Bar Soba
11 Mitchell Lane,
Glasgow,
G1 3NU
It may feel at first like a standard city-centre style bar with its muted lighting, studiously minimalist décor and languorous background beats, but Bar Soba's food is more than an afterthought to complement the range of fancy bottled beers. The kitchen…
Wok and Wine
57a Frederick Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1LH
Subtlety is key to Wok and Wine: its large honey-toned basement dining area is devoid of chintz and is lent an artful intimacy by bamboo blinds and screens. This tasteful neutrality rightly ensures that the focus is on the well-executed food. The…
Dusit
49a Thistle Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1DY
Hearty Scottish produce and exotic Thai flavours may not make for the most obvious culinary marriage, but it's one that Dusit's skilled chefs consistently pull off with aplomb. All the usual favourites, such as intensely hot and sour tom yum soup…
Sushiya
19 Dalry Road,
Edinburgh,
EH11 2BQ
Amid the clutter of small shops and restaurants that line the end of Dalry Road, it's easy to walk past this tiny sushi and noodle bar without even noticing it. The simple glass façade is embellished only with a row of suspended crimson lanterns, while…
Bonsai
46 West Richmond Street,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9DZ
With the convivial hubbub of the closely packed tables, the sizzling steam and enticing aromas emerging from the kitchen, and the bold white, crimson and black décor, at Bonsai it's easy to imagine yourself in an izakaya in downtown Tokyo. And indeed it…
Mama San
190 Bath Street,
Glasgow,
G2 4HG
Saint Jude's boutique hotel presents Mama San – a design-conscious, sultry style bar with a Southeast Asian theme. Opened in December 2007, the narrow basement space stretches from the cocktail bar up front to a sushi counter at the back, incorporating…
Dragon-i
311–313 Hope Street,
Glasgow,
G2 3PT
Since opening opposite the Theatre Royal in 2003, Dragon-i has sat at the top table of Glasgow's Chinese restaurants, and owners Raymond and Susie Man are proud that their venture attempts something markedly different. With the décor, they've opted for…
Time 4 Thai
45 North Castle Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 3BG
In keeping with its image-conscious neighbours on George Street, Time 4 Thai has ditched the familiar adornments of elephants and corpulent Buddhas in favour of slick modern styling in dark wood, glass and muted shades of stone. While this minimalist…
Wagamama
97–103 West George Street,
Glasgow,
G2 1PB
The noodle bowls, yakitori, gyoza dumplings, adzuki beans, katsu curry et al from the Japanese menu at this branch of the Wagamama multinational chain have lost little of their appeal since it opened in Glasgow's city centre in December 2003. Punters…
Ruan Siam
48 Howe Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6TH
In a basement on the corner of the New Town's Howe Street is the flagship of Edinburgh's Ruan Thai trio of restaurants. A cosy little place with vaulted ceilings, carefully chosen spot-lit artworks and charming staff, Ruan Siam succeeds in achieving…
Budda
8 Cresswell Lane,
Glasgow,
G12 8AA
Four years after opening in the West End, Budda still offers something of an ethnic cocoon. Gold statues line the bar, Balinese lanterns hang from rich orange walls and twisted wooden chairs create a sense of far-eastern intimacy overlooking the cobbles…
Ho Wong
82 York Street,
Glasgow,
G2 8LE
Ho Wong is arguably Glasgow's best-known Chinese restaurant, having built an impressive reputation during its quarter-century in business. The more the surrounding Broomielaw district has changed (there were no call centres 25 years ago), the more the…
Tang's
44 Candlemaker Row,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QE
As a head chef in London, Qun Tang could boast the likes of Jonathan Ross among his regulars. Now relocated north, and settled into an airy, pleasant space in the heart of Edinburgh, Tang and his Japanese wife Yoshiko Nakano are hoping to win over the…
Chow
98 Byres Road,
Glasgow,
G12 8TB
Bright lights, clean lines and minimal modern décor mark Chow out from most other Chinese restaurants in town. It's a little breath of fresh air that's been right at home among the hustle-bustle of Byres Road since opening its doors in 2002. Food is…
Nanakusa
441 Sauchiehall Street,
Glasgow,
G2 3LG
Before Nanakusa opened in November 2007, manager David Wan flew to the Far East to see exactly what made an authentic Japanese restaurant. Wan adored the teppanyaki, tempura and yakitori joints he stumbled upon, although nowhere could he find all the…
Amber Regent
50 West Regent Street,
Glasgow,
G2 2QZ
From the classily understated sign in the window to the photos of celebrity customers at the entrance, and from the thick drapery that flanks paintings by a local artist to the cute little thistles that garnish each table, it's clear that Amber Regent…
Kampong Ah Lee Malaysian Delight
28 Clerk Street,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9HX
Malaysian eateries are somewhat thin on the ground in Edinburgh, so it's no wonder this family-run restaurant on the Southside is bustling night after night. Popular with the Malaysian community, Kampong has also proved a hit with local students, thanks…
Kokuryo
1138 Argyle Street,
Glasgow,
G3 8TD
When faced with handfuls of fresh chillies alongside dried chilli peppers in what seems like a never-ending bowl of beef soup (a starter so intense, it might take until dessert time to finish), it's clear that the chef isn't holding anything back.
Opal Lounge
51 George Street, New Town,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2HT
Scotland
This labyrinthine, subterranean bar/restaurant below George Street is a stylish venue for a meal, a quiet drink, or, very late in the day, a spot of clubbing. The mood is funky and très chic, with a motif of hot-pink and 1970s stylised flowers - the…
Chiang Mai
15 Dalry Road, Haymarket,
Edinburgh,
EH11 2BQ
With the hectic activity of Haymarket just outside the window, Chiang Mai has long been a welcome haven of South East Asian calm for locals, commuters and rugby fans alike. Watched over by portraits of the Thai royal family, the lofty restaurant is…
Izzi
119 Lothian Road,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9AN
With its wall of glass facing onto Lothian Road, selection of gelatinous permanent display dishes in the window, and slick modern interior with open serving area featuring a teppanyaki bar, Izzi has a fairly distinctive presence on the Edinburgh dining…
Koi
26–30 Potterow,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9BT
For those who enjoy dinner with a dash of drama, Koi is definitely the place. Whether the front-of-house chef is playing with fire, juggling kitchen utensils or tossing morsels for diners to catch in their mouths, this is a restaurant that wants to have…
No 1 Sushi Bar
37 Home Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9JP
Bold, brash Tollcross needs bold, brash restaurants and the No 1 Sushi Bar fits the bill perfectly, from the cocky moniker to the steel-blue sign and showy glass façade. Crimson birds of paradise cavort among gold foliage on charcoal walls within…
OKO Express
78 Queen Street,
Glasgow,
G1 3DN
This sushi bar and Japanese grill redefines the post-pub/club fish supper when it reels in the beer-goggled during one of its late late opening nights. The bright red walls and semi-communal benches of a compact but surprisingly spacious dining area…
Thai Lemongrass
40–41 Bruntsfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4HJ
The entrance to this deceptively large restaurant is via a small reception and bar area where silk-suited waiting staff exude an air of modesty and proficiency. The rust-coloured walls, hessian wallpaper and wood floors evoke a peaceful atmosphere, and…
Yumla
80 Miller Street,
Glasgow,
G1 1DT
Yumla's snazzy entrance is not far from Argyle Street. But it is a doorway into an impressively grandiose space with a sense of calm one wouldn't think possible so close to the shopping thoroughfare. Décor is a clever blend of modern and imperial…
Tusk
18 Moss Side Road,
Glasgow,
G41 3TN
This vast G1 Group bar/club and restaurant has an interior of truly striking extravagant opulence, with a vast gold-painted Buddha overlooking the dining room. Rich, dark red walls plus cream and gold curtains offer appropriately theatrical touches in…
Mai Thai
The Tun, 111 Holyrood Road,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8AE
The entrance to this stylish restaurant – which is housed in the Tun, close to the Scottish Parliament – is via a modernist bar with leather couches and stripped back décor then up a small flight of stairs. The dining area is small but lively with an…
Siam Thani
14 Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3RH
Loyal locals and regulars at the nearby Playhouse theatre know that, for a genuine taste of Thailand, there's no need to travel further than this unpretentious restaurant at the top of Broughton Street. Intricate wooden carvings and gold-laced wall…
Café Mao
84 Brunswick Street,
Glasgow,
G1 1TD
The relaxed atmosphere and pan-Asian menu at Café Mao have attracted a steady flow of easygoing diners for nearly a decade. Big windows, bright lighting and the primary colours of its branding make sure things don't get too formal, and the winning staff…
Khublai Khan Mongolian Barbecue
43 Assembly Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 7BQ
Whatever you happen to believe about the cooking methods employed by Mongolian warriors of the 13th century, the tongue-in-cheek presentation of their cuisine at Khublai Khan is bound to raise an eyebrow at some point in the evening. It could be doubted…
Lai Thai
23 Brougham Place,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9JU
This recently refurbished restaurant has a tranquil feel, with saffron walls, candle-lit tables and Buddhist bric-a-brac creating a warm, contemplative atmosphere. Some tables have been removed, giving diners more elbow room and more space to kick back…
Spirit of Thai
44 Grindlay Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9AP
Since 2006 this popular restaurant has been treating the West End's office workers and theatre-goers to attractively presented dishes and the friendliest service around. Simply styled, with cream walls and dark wooden beams, the small space has an airy…
Thai Siam
1191 Argyle Street,
Glasgow,
G3 8TQ
Banquette seating, carefully folded napkins and elevator music suggest that this neighbourhood restaurant is not about to give in to pressures to follow the latest fashions. Instead, there is a quiet confidence derived from the proficiency of its…
Celadon
49–51 Causewayside,
Edinburgh,
EH9 1QF
Celadon has a quiet, understated charm, making the most of the 18th century building with soft green shades and exposed stone walls that divide it into two chic and welcoming dining areas. A tinkling jazz soundtrack adds a mellow vibe, and a varied menu…
Thai Orchid
5A Johnston Terrace,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2PW
Just round the corner from the Hub at the top of the Royal Mile, Thai Orchid has a contemporary feel, with polished chrome fittings, leather seats, hessian wallpaper and long mirrors opening up the small room. Initially, the menu appears to offer few…
Thai Orchid
336 Argyle Street,
Glasgow,
G2 8LY
This restaurant remains relatively unknown, despite having been open since 2005. It is only a few minutes' walk from Central Station but this small restaurant is just far enough out of the inner Glasgow perimeter to be missed by many shoppers.
Sampans
Holiday Inn Hotel, 132 Corstorphine Road,
Edinburgh,
EH12 6UA
Situated amidst the business-like functionality of the Holiday Inn, Sampans makes a fair stab at transcending its bland surrounds. The smart restaurant area, set apart from the rest of the hotel, is full of tasteful Oriental touches such as…
Thai Fountain
2 Woodside Crescent,
Glasgow,
G3 7UL
One of the earliest restaurants to present Thai cuisine in Glasgow, Thai Fountain remains one of the most elegant places in the city to sample Far Eastern cuisine. In addition to the à la carte options, a business lunch allows for good sampling of the…
Home Wok
101 Byres Road,
Glasgow,
G115HW
Home Wok mainly promotes its takeaway Chinese food, but a large menu actually goes further to offer popular dishes from across the Far East. Noodle-packed Vietnamese spring rolls are accompanied by a hot chilli dip, while creamy Thai red curry is made…
Lanna Thai
32 Bridge Street, Musselburgh,
Edinburgh,
EH21 6AG
This family-run restaurant near the Brunton Theatre in Musselburgh has a committed local clientele that keeps its diminutive dining area busy all year round. Despite the somewhat dated décor, there's an upbeat atmosphere and the staff are friendly and…
North of Bondi
2 Byres Road,
Glasgow,
G11 5JY
North of Bondi, which opened in March 2008 in the former Baby Grand, appears to be more than a faddish stab at Asian fusion. Chef-proprietor Nik Biok, once of Bar Soba, spent much of his youth in southeast Asia and this is his attempt to recreate the…
Oshi
2 Port Dundas Place,
Glasgow,
G2 3LD
In 2007, Langs hotel was taken over and renamed as the Park Inn, thus joining a worldwide chain and bringing with it the brand's signature rainbow stripes. As this edition of the Eating & Drinking Guide was going to press, plans for a new menu at Oshi…
Secret Garden at the Gate
62 Trongate,
Glasgow,
G1 5EP
Take little notice of the name: this place is not about any cosy pastoralism or cream teas, as its moniker might suggest. At the rear of a contemporary, slightly minimalist Merchant City bar (the Gate), the dining room (Secret Garden) rather looks more…
Shamoli
105 High Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1SG
Tucked away at the top of a curved flight of old stone steps, this newcomer to the High Street confidently declares its presence with a flurry of signs and neon lights in the window. As with its sister restaurant Mya, on Commercial Quay in Leith, the…
China Blue
96 Renfield Street,
Glasgow,
G2 1NH
Although it's become a bit of a cliché to say a Chinese restaurant is worthwhile purely because it's frequented by members of the local Chinese community, what's really striking about this place is how homely it feels. There are families next to…
Ichiban Japanese Noodle Café
50 Queen Street,
Glasgow,
G1 3DS
Ichiban's informal approach and reliable cooking make going out for dinner a fuss-free affair. Some West End residents prefer a speedy supper at the relaxed Dumbarton Road branch, while office workers appreciate the city centre's briskness during a…
Peking Inn
191 Hope Street,
Glasgow,
G2 2UL
The mint-green colour scheme might feel a bit cold at first, but as the cheerful staff take your coat it very quickly it becomes apparent that the Peking Inn is both warm and welcoming. With views onto one of central Glasgow's busiest streets, the…
Miso
57 West Regent Street, City Centre,
Glasgow,
G2 2AE
With its casual atmosphere, Miso seems more like a collision of ideas and circumstances than a gastro-concept pub specialising in Japanese cuisine. The venue still betrays traces of its one-time existence as a Scottish brew pub in the mosaic floored…


