The best crepes in Glasgow

Is chocolate your go-to filling for a crepe? Then look no further. An unadulterated chocolate frenzy is a good way to sum up this popular Victoria Road café. Their crepes (and waffles too, if you’re so inclined) are accompanied by an array of different lip-smacking toppings and fillings. From the ‘White Raspberry Crepe’ with hot Nutella, Fresh Raspberries, Gourmet Raspberry Sauce, White Belgian Sauce and Raspberry Ripple Ice-Cream to their ‘Nutty Ferrero Crepe’ with Crushed Ferrero and Crushed Nuts, there’s something to suit all (sweet) taste buds. Prices are low – each crepe comes in under £7 – and the portion sizes are generous. Embrace your inner kid and indulge!

Founded in 2017, Serenity Now is a plant-based Café in Glasgow’s trendy West End, which focuses on fresh, healthy vegan treats – all homemade in their kitchen. Dogs are “actively encouraged” and the staff are super friendly and chatty, so the atmosphere is second to none. Their Banana, Chocolate Chip and Walnut Crepes (served with Whipped Cream and Maple Syrup) is truly special, and you won’t believe for one-minute that it’s dairy free! The cafe also has a range of other brunch-based dishes, like Waffles, American-style Pancakes and healthy Soups and Smoothies. For those following a plant-based diet (or even those who aren’t!) Serenity Now won’t disappoint.

Yippon specialises in Asian cuisine and has been providing sushi, various hot meals, ice cream, and coffee to the city’s residents for quite some time. The inside is modern and stylish, and the staff are knowledgeable and happy to advise. Their crepes – and specifically the Crepe Cakes – are not to be missed. The Rose Tea Mille Crepe Cake is a real highlight: beautifully presented with a light Pink Icing and dusted with Rose Petals, this multi-layered Crepe Cake tastes as good as it looks. If you’re in the mood for something more chocolatey, their popular Chocolate and Oreo Crepe Cake is bound to impress. For crepes with a difference, look no further.

In the mood to indulge? Deesserts has your back. Think: tantalising Italian Gelato, authentically freshly bakes American Waffles and mouth-watering French-style crepes, this place has it all. From Banoffee-flavoured crepes (topped with Banana slices, drizzled with a luxury Toffee Sauce and Ice-Cream) to their ‘Bagin Biscoff’ flavour (smothered in a warm lotus biscoff spread, topped with crushed Lotus Caramelised Biscuits and drizzled with White Chocolate Sauce) your crepe cravings are bound to be fulfilled. The interiors are reminiscent of an American-style diner – all pink neon lights and cushy booths – and the waiting staff are super friendly.

Sometimes only a savoury crepe will do, and happily Nic’s NYC Deli offers cheese-laden crepes in abundance. Located on the trendy Byres Road, this eatery is popular amongst tourists and locals alike. Their crepe menu is extensive, but real stars are the ‘Tantalising Tikka’ – filled to the brim with Chicken tikka and Monterey Jack Cheese – or the more traditional ‘Hurricane Ham’, with Honey Roast Ham and mature Cheese. The coffee here is fantastic and there are plenty of sweet crepes on offer too.

Fancy eating crepes like they do in Paris? You’ll only have to venture as far as Crow Road on the cusp of Broomhill and Hyndland, to get that experience here. This chic day-to-night eatery loves serving up crepes for brunch (10 am to 4 pm). And serves them with a range of fillings both savoury and sweet. If you want yours especially continental, opt for the pistachio cream and strawberry with extra chantilly cream. Or wild mushrooms, cheddar and bechamel; paprika and black pepper chicken, bell pepper, red onion and tomato sauce. Bringing the kids? They’ll go crazy for a portion with Nutella, strawberry and banana (plus that includes two of their five-a-day, so it’s a win-win). Your crepes can also be made gluten-free, so no one need miss out on the carby deliciousness.

Just along from Wee Paree, you’ll find Olivia’s Gelateria, on what is an ever-increasing foodie strip. Olivia’s is impossible to miss, with its deep pink exterior, Riviera-style canopies, flowery exterior foliage and pretty bistro-style outdoor furniture. The Fusspot Crêpe (melted chocolate, strawberries and banana with a scoop of vanilla ice cream),The Costa Rica (dark chocolate, coconut and banana) and The Olivia (white chocolate and strawberry) are the ones to sample if you’re feeling sweet. But if you prefer a more lunch-like feed, there are filling options including The O.G. (honey-roast ham and cheddar), The New Yorker (pastrami, pickles, cheddar and mustard), The Royale (smoked salmon and mascarpone) and The Classic (tomato, mozzarella and basil).

Specialising in all things sugary, this is the place to be when you need a sweet fix. It’s at Springfield Quay (behind the old Harry Ramsden’s), so is handy for a swing by, after or before, a movie. Order their warm crepes with Galaxy caramel-inspired sauce topping and crumbled Cadbury Crunchie bars, or some Nutella and toffee sauce with Cadbury Fudge pieces, Biscoff (Biscoff spread, whole Biscoff biccies and crumbly bits on top). If you’re worried about loading on the calories, be reassured that there are lots of options with fresh fruit too. Pure Sweet is open every evening during the week and from mid-afternoon on the weekends.

While France may have come instantly to mind when considering crepe-loving countries, Brazil may have been further behind. However, you can avail yourself of some authentic Brazilian crepes in Scotstoun on the west of the city close to the Clyde, at the cosy neighbourhood cafe, Brazuca. Pop in to try their crepioca, made with eggs and cassava, a Brazilian flour. Order one loaded with pulled pork, goat cheese, BBQ sauce, pomegranate seeds and chilli flakes; beef brisket and cheddar; ham and cheese; or go vegan, with smoked mushroom, chilli flakes, BBQ sauce and plant-based “cheese”. The cafe is open from 9 am to 6 pm every day except Sunday and offers great value home cooking, plus beverages that’ll transport your tastebuds to Rio and back.

The base ingredients for crepes are plain flour, milk, eggs and butter, the majority of which just won’t do if you’re vegan. Fortunately, though, there are alternatives that can be used and venues you can find that will substitute the traditional for the plant-friendly. The Glasvegan serves up sweet and savouries, topping them with things like Hershey’s syrup, Oreos, maple, facon, cheez, chilli and vegan haggis. It’s also one of the few places in the city where you can get a crepe with just good old-fashioned lemon and sugar. If you’re feeling hungry, go for the Vebab, with doner vebab, shredded cabbage, diced onion and either garlic or vebab sauce. This daytime cafe is open seven days a week. The Glasvegan is at the heart of the city centre, in St Enoch Square.