The best seafood dishes In Glasgow

Crabshakk – located in trendy Finnieston – has been showcasing the best of Scottish seafood since opening its doors in 2009. The core menu is extensive, from oysters and fruits de mer to classic fish suppers, there’s something to suit all tastes. A full daily specials menu changes twice a day for lunch and dinner, where all the fresh, local ingredients are handled with care and imagination. Highlights include the Mussels Marinière, the Pasta Vongole and the Brown Crab Cakes. For fine seafood in a relaxed and hip atmosphere, this is the place to be.

Since opening in 1998 Gamba – lauded as a “basement haven in the city” – has been offering up the people of Glasgow some seriously impressive seafood dishes. The ‘exotic’ Fish Soup with prawn dumplings has achieved a cult status among locals and tourists alike. Service is impeccably slick, and the atmosphere is sophisticated. All the plates are beautifully refined and well-presented, and though the dishes aren’t cheap – the quality of the produce certainly warrants the higher price tag.

Right in the heart of trendy Finnieston is… The Finnieston! It’s a cosy pub-cum-restaurant where you’ll feel equally at home sipping a sophisticated cocktail as you will getting stuck into a large haddock. The a la carte menu is mightily impressive, boasting the likes of oysters and fruits de mer to share (or not!). Starters include the likes of Isle of Mull Scallops, while a dedicated ‘shells’ section of the menu includes native lobster, Loch Fyne langoustines and more. Meanwhile, for mains you can choose from Shetland hake to Gigha halibut, and even the side dishes are a seafood lover’s dream with the North Atlantic shrimp mac and cheese a definite standout. 

Fat Lobster is a small-plate seafood restaurant, offering dining in a contemporary setting completed by approachable service and modern classic cocktails. Open Tuesday to Sunday, the star of the menu is – you guessed it – lobster. From a hot lobster roll to a cold lobster roll, from a whole lobster to a half, there are options for everyone’s preferences. The mussels here are also amazing, available either baked or steamed, and the hot seafood platter is a must try: ½ Lobster – 8 Langoustines – Mussels – Tempura Scallops – Chips and Dips! It’s a must for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of the completely restored grade A1 listed Anchor Line building on St Vincent Place, The Anchor Line Bar and Grill showcases the best of Scottish produce with influences from both sides of the Atlantic. Think fresh oysters, lobster and scallops, alongside the finest Scotch beef, ribs and burgers to die for. Open for lunch and dinner, and with fantastic private dining facilities as well, this restaurant manages to combine a casual and welcoming dining environment with first class service and produce.