Artistic brasserie dishes that display their provenance, served in a leafy space with fairy lights. Character and atmosphere add to the fantastic food and wine.

One of the best places to drink in Glasgow's West End, offering a fantastic range of real ales and ciders.

Casual restaurant and cocktail bar specializing in locally-sourced seafood and bespoke beers. Grab a booth in the bar on a chilly day.

The Art School is a unique centre for music and the visual arts in Glasgow.

Bar and club on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Food and drink during the day, live music and DJ's at night

In the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building houses a unique art collection in a beautiful woodland setting. Bit out of the way from the usual tourist attractions, but well worth a trip.

Partick Burgh Hall is a favorite - it has a spire like a helter skelter.

Cool and quirky coffee house/roastery run by aficionados serving organic, locally-sourced food.

Self-confident venue serving tapas-style food with authentic Indian home-cooked feel vibe.

Specialist chain selling cult sci-fi books, comics and collectibles, plus action figures and toys.

A mainstream and academic book retailer that encourages browsing; some stores have cafes.