Where to go for Valentine’s Day in Glasgow

If you want to recreate the scene from Lady and the Tramp where they share a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, then you must head to O Sole Mio. The restaurant can be found on Bath Street and is Glasgow’s oldest Italian, boasting over 55 years of providing authentic dishes to the city. With its modern booth seating and wood fired oven, O Sole Mio will transport you and your date to Napoli.
The a la carte menu features an extensive range of delicious meals ranging from wood fired pizzas to pasta dishes and antipasti options, which are perfect for sharing. Popular options include the ‘Spaghetti con pe Pette’, which is spaghetti served with spicy meatballs in a tangy tomato sauce and ‘Pizza Diavola’ packed with fresh chillies, salami, tomatoes, and mozzarella. Finish off your meal with hot chocolate fudge cake and a limoncello.

Given Central Station is Glasgow’s biggest station and known for its romantic hellos and goodbyes, why not meet your date under the iconic Central Station clock before enjoying a luxurious Champagne afternoon tea in the Grand Central Hotel? The Champagne bar oozes style as it has been designed with beautiful furnishings and large windows to allow diners to watch the buzz of the concourse at Central Station. Priced at £25 per person, the afternoon tea menu consists of a range of sandwiches, traditional fruit scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, a selection of sweet treats and option of tea or coffee. Upgrade to £35 per person to enjoy a sweet glass of bubbly Moet and Chandon Brut Imperial.

If you are looking for a delicious steak and wine experience, then look no further than Bo Vine. Situated in the leafy west-end of the city on Byres Road, Bo Vine is a premium steakhouse serving high-end Scottish produce. Its large sofas and soft lighting make it an excellent venue to consider for a romantic date night this Valentine’s Day.
The a la carte menu has been carefully curated to feature a delicious range of dishes to suit everyone. From pumpkin tortellini to the famous Bo Vine Burger served with triple cooked chips, smoked arran cheddar and red onion jam, you are sure to find a main course that entices you. The pièce de resistance of Bo Vine is, however, the succulent range of steaks available. From sirloin to rib-eye and fillet, all steaks are served with a choice of sauce and triple cooked chips.

Ox and Finch is a great spot if you fancy a delicious meal in a relaxed setting. Situated close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Ox and Finch is an ideal spot for either a day date exploring the sites of Glasgow or an evening out in the West End of the city. The high celling restaurant offers contemporary tapas dishes, which have been carefully curated with delicious flavours and are perfect to share.
The guys at Ox and Finch recommend that you choose from six or seven small dishes to achieve the full experience. Highlights from the main menu include devilled cackle bean eggs, trout roe and crispy potato, slow roast pork belly with apple mustard, savoy cabbage and pumpkin seeds, and caramelised banana cake with ginger ice cream. A vegetarian and vegan menu is also available and showcases delicious delights, such as heritage carrots, chermoula, goats curd and crispy chickpeas, and roasted cauliflower, picalili, golden raisins and granny smith apples.

Mr MacGregor’s is a stylish restaurant that can be found on Clarkston Road in the Southside of Glasgow. Its fresh décor and delicious food make it a chic choice for you to celebrate this Valentine’s. Specialising in using only the freshest of Scottish produce, Mr MacGregor’s has established a popular a la carte menu showcasing the dishes which have helped the restaurant win the foodie hearts of Southside diners.
Why not start off your meal with a starter such as wild mushroom and truffle oil bruschetta before moving onto a main course of beer battered haddock served with chunky chips, pea puree and bloody Mary Marie rose sauce. Other popular options include grilled Lebanese spiced sea bream and moules frites. Pair your meal with a fresh cocktail or mocktail available from the drinks menu.