Roasts in this city truly celebrate the produce and meat that Scotland can supply. Whether you're a pork person, only ever choose great cuts of beef, like your trimmings Yorkshire style, or prefer Scottish style neeps and tatties, there are some great pub lunches out there. From cosy boozers in the centre of town to cool restaurants on the outskirts, we've come up with a must-try list of Sunday roasts in Glasgow to finish your weekend right.
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Last updated on 9th October 2024
One of the most premium restaurants for steak in the city, when it comes to Sunday roasts, Alston Bar & Beef knows a thing or two about great meat choices and cuts. Choose from dry-aged Tweed Valley rump, corn-fed chicken breast or roasted cauliflower for vegetarians, accompanied by the freshest of spring greens, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings. They're pretty affordable too, with two courses coming in at £30, or three for just a fiver more.
Award-winning steak restaurant Gaucho Glasgow is making sure you can get an Argentinian spin on your Sunday roast dinner. Settle down across plush velvet seating and grab a bottle of fine wine to prepare for a feast of pasture-fed Black Angus cattle that's been raised free-range on Argentinian farms. For £27 each, you'll enjoy Picaña of beef served with roast potatoes and unlimited Yorkshire puddings, unlimited red wine gravy and seasonal vegetables. £37 per person gets you bottomless everything, including three different joints of meat.
You want to make sure you're hitting up Belgium-inspired bar Brel on an empty stomach come Sunday. Its roast fondue comes in at £39 per person and includes a large Yorkshire pudding filled with fillet steak and gravy fondue. Served with roast potatoes, carrots and cheese-filled mini Yorkshire puddings too, it's one to remember.
Browns Brasserie & Bar can be found inside the historic General Post Office, situated in Merchant City. The stylish venue boasts bright velvet furniture and lots of foliage, with a menu of hearty British favourites to tuck into.
You can choose from beef sirloin, roast chicken, slow-cooked pork belly or a root vegetable nut roast, and they're even offering a 16-ounce chateaubriand to share, topped with red wine gravy and cauliflower cheese.
Argyle Street's Porter & Rye is iconic for its roasts, available every Sunday from midday to 5pm. Showcasing big meat flavour in all of its glory, it fronts everything from braised ox cheek with bone marrow gravy to honey-glazed carrots as the perfect side. Pair it with their 'Porter Mary', a unique take on the bloody mary with olive bitters and paprika to make it a weekend to remember.
A Sunday staple in Glasgow's Bath Street, roasts at The Butterfly and The Pig are an impressive occasion, with time spent in their classic dining room, complete with tablecloths and pretty crockery. Seasonal vegetables, homemade Yorkshire puddings and roast potatoes accompany the star of the show: tender roast beef. Altogether, it comes to a more than reasonable £21.95 given the exceptional quality.
Sunday roasts are a real treat at Ashton Lane bar and restaurant, Ubiquitous Chip. Their seasonal menu changes regularly with such delights as Tweed Vallery roast beef seasoned to perfection and served with sides, such as rainbow carrots, roast potatoes and horseradish cream. In a setting complete with candle-lit tables and greenery in abundance, it's a special occasion destination with a home-grown feel.
Award-winning and proud of how they serve and source their cuts of meat, the West End's Butchershop Bar & Grill is a taste of Manhattan, but a celebration of Scottish beef. Their Sunday roast menu comes in at just £30 for two courses, where you can start with wild Scottish game terrine, and close with a roast sirloin of beef, complete with green beans and beef dripping gravy. There's even the option to enjoy a Sunday roast for two to share, complete with 500g of Chateaubriand for £13 per 100g.
Settle into the luxurious decor of the Spanish Butcher come Sunday and you'll be able to chow down on high-quality meats cooked to perfection. From sliced roasted beef sirloin to chicken supreme and cauliflower steak, there's plenty to sample. Nab two courses for £30 or go all out with three for only £4 more.
Looking for a cheap Sunday roast in Glasgow? Head on over to Dram! where they offer a brilliant spread featuring a scrumptious vegan option alongside a reduced lunch menu. Simply swing by on a weekend and check out which cuts of meat or vegetarian options they have, with seasonal and local ingredients at the forefront.
Located in the West End of Glasgow, The Loveable Rogue is a charming, pub-style neighbourhood restaurant. They specialise in no-frills, home-style food, served in cosy interiors that feature exposed brickwork, wooden beams and cosy sofas.
They offer a two-course Sunday roast for £32, or three courses for £36, with a choice between roast beef or a vegetarian alternative for the main. Tuck into fluffy Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, honey root vegetables and more on the side, plus a delicious brisket mac 'n' cheese.
Putting a fine dining twist on Scottish home cooking, Glaschu is a stylish restaurant situated on the Royal Exchange Square. Their cocktails are named after famous Scottish icons, and their Sunday roasts are not to be missed.
You can nab two courses for £20, or three for £30, with a choice between roast rump of beef, pork chop or chicken. Enjoy smoked salmon tartare or whipped feta to start, finishing up with a Guinness sticky toffee pudding.
While it may be best known for its small plates, Mr MacGregor's also knows how to cook up an excellent Sunday roast. You'll find this modern spot in the Southside area, flaunting exposed brick walls, leather sofas and plants covering the ceiling.
This affordable option includes two courses for £19.50, or three for £24.50, with a roast sirloin of beef for the main course. Starters include marinated tomato bruschetta and chicken liver parfait, while there's a cheesecake of the day for dessert.
