The must-visit burger joints in Glasgow

TGI Fridays, a staple in Glasgow’s dining scene, has several convenient locations including Buchanan Street and at the Silverburn Shopping Centre, each offering a lively atmosphere perfect for enjoying a delicious meal. Renowned for its extensive burger menu, TGI Fridays serves up a variety of mouthwatering options. Highlights include the Fridays Signature Glazed Burger, featuring a juicy beef patty glazed with the iconic Jack Daniel’s sauce, topped with cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onions, and pickles. Another popular order is the Warrior Burger, a colossal creation with two beef patties, mozzarella dippers, bacon, American cheese, and Fridays’® mayo. For those seeking a plant-based option, the Vegan Burger is a delightful mix of a plant-based patty, avocado, and vegan cheese. With such diverse and flavourful offerings, TGI Fridays is a must-visit for burger aficionados exploring Glasgow.

For those looking for a unique and beautiful setting to try top-quality food, Saint Luke’s & The Winged Ox is a must-see location. Set inside an old church, this place has captivated the city of Glasgow for years. With a bar, restaurant and nightclub, it’s almost always bursting with life from locals and tourists alike. Not only is the setting unique compared to most, but the food quality doesn’t let down the elegant look that the restaurant has become so famous for.  

For dog lovers, The Winged Ox is the perfect place to take your furry friend and have the chance to have them featured in The Winged Ox’s social media feed as the Dog of the Day!

Another legend with the locals, Bread Meats Bread is often praised for its extensive menu and high-quality produce. With a Glasgow-meets-America theme, Bread Meats Bread includes beef, chicken and plant-based burger options for its adoring customers. Another favourite of students, the atmosphere is often lively and perfect for outings with friends or a trip with the family.  

Bread Meats Bread has multiple locations in Glasgow but its most notable location is in St Vincent Street, a short walk away from Buchanan Street and a perfect stop after a shopping day out. 

If you prefer your burgers smaller and bitesize, then book yourself into Platform. This popular bar not only serves up some great craft beers and cocktails, but it also has a vastly impressive street food menu. On it you’ll find a selection of sliders not to be missed. The Buffalo Chicken Sliders are great, while the Cochinita Pibil Sliders are also very moreish. There are also classic Fish Finger Sliders, as well as Keema Pav Sliders (lamb mince curry, peas, coriander, chilli, brioche).

Inn Deep is very proud of its fine range of craft beers and excellent food in the heart of Glasgow’s West End. Situated right on the banks of the River Kelvin, you’ll find a dynamic range of beers from around the world both on tap and in bottle on frequent rotation. This goes perfectly with the burgers here. Book in at the beginning of the week to make the most of Monday Dealz, where you can get any piece (including burgers) and chips for just £7!

Chinaski’s has a cracking range of no nonsense burgers, all served in a seeded brioche with a side of skinny fries. The Chinaski’s namesake includes two smash patties, edam and relish, while the Sobrasada and Beef Burger is equally popular. There are two chicken burger options – one being a classic buttermilk, while the other is a Korean BBQ. Chinaski’s is also vegan-friendly, with a delicious Moving Mountains Vegan Burger also on the menu.