Kelp in Glasgow City

Nice place, although food was nice the small 'tapas' type dishes were pretty expensive, glad I've tried it but it's probably a place to go to for a really special occasion

We tried the market menu for lunch. The place was empty when we went, so the service was very fast. The employees were very knowledgeable about the menu and were very helpful when ordering. We experienced incredible flavors and the quality of the ingredients was quite high, and the prices were quite reasonable within the lunch menu. However, the dishes were a bit salty. If you have a salt sensitivity, definitely ask the employees. I definitely recommend it to everyone. Thank you.🙏🏻

The food is really outstanding... The portions are a bit on the small side. But you are well warned from the service. One tiny issue is that the dishes are brought out whenever... so if you are in a group... plates are served at different times. So some people start eating and others just have to wait... the quality is very good.. You can also taste the freshness.. Main courses great... deserts great too... Ambience ok... there is a very nice area outside.. but winter wise could be unforgiving... I did not see heaters... Slightly on the pricey side... but definitely you pay for the high quality...

Amazing food and really friendly staff, the waitress who served us was delightful.

Best meal ive had for ages...i don't usually eat out as i like to cook... but was not disappointed, highly recommended as a pre theatre restaurant in Glasgow, delicious selection of sea food and sides. X

Had the market menu and oysters. Food was exceptional for the price. Had a glass of the Portuguese white, it was excellent too. The food comes when ready, so the serving is a bit random such as getting the slaw my perceived end of the meal. I really liked the whole experience and a great place to show off Glasgow's ability to produce great seafood restaurants. Well done!

Expensive and don't go if your hungry.

Excellent seafood and good service

My wife and I had a pre theatre meal on Friday the 27th of September. The food and service were exceptional, I think this now one of our favourite restaurants.

This place is a GEM! Absolutely decadent. Our favorite meal in Glasgow hands down. If you like seafood this place is for you.

Some of the best sea food I’ve had in the city, the scallops were a highlight cooked to perfection. The staff were all very attentive a very friendly I will definitely be back.

The overall experience was generally disappointing. Chicken Kiev was mainly batter. Food arrived too slowly and the place lacked atmosphere.

Fantastic food. One of, if not the, best places in Glasgow.

Good seafood, good staff service and good selection of wine. Been twice and always mussels are perfect. Highly recommend. For me crab dough was too stodgy but other things were great. Definitely visit again

The most delicious lunch. Love mussels and scallops. Highly recommend ❤️

Fantastic restaurant, runs like a well oiled machine and everything was delicious and freshly made. Been meaning to visit for ages and it didn't disappoint, bonus point was we got the market menu which was great value. Recommend the scallops, they were worth every penny of the supplement. Tried an oyster for the first time and it was fab. Friendly staff who were very knowledgeable about the menu. I'll be back!

The most sublime seafood and chips to die for!

Amazing dining experience! Far and away our favorite meal in Scotland. Service was phenomenal & every plate, perfection. The mussels was an inspired delight. For a mussel enthusiast like myself it was a real treat. The only note is that the acoustics of the space made the room a bit noisy, but it was a packed Friday night so it may not be an issue on other nights.

Had lunch here. Ordered off both menus. Food prepare pretty quickly. Staff friendly. Was looking forward to the Crab doughnut but little let down. Not enough crab filling and chilli sauce was over powering. Shetland coley was nice and scallops was good too.

Mussel and white wine are really delicious. The staff are so friendly that I feel good. ^^

A really varied and interesting selection of small plates, all served incredibly well and freshly. Particular highlights were the sardine Bolognese pizzeta and the crab doughnut (odd, but delightful mix of flavours, from sugary sweetness to chilli). Sides (especially the fries) and drinks were all excellent too. Excellent friendly (and unhurried, but not slow) service. Well worth a visit.

The food was amazing! The crab doughnut is one of the best things I’ve ever eaten, having said that the rest of the food was very delicious too! Unfortunately though the service felt very rushed. We ordered a cocktail each as an aperitif and before we had even finished them there were three plates of food on the table going cold. I don’t know why the service was so rushed but I felt uncomfortable and pushed to finish my food ASAP which didn’t make for a great experience overall. Food was great though!

Absolutely superb - one of the finest meals I've ever had. Everything was well thought out, cooked, presented and served. Really enjoyed every dish and can't wait to come back. Edit: have been back and it was just as good.

Made welcome by the staff who were very attentive without being overpowering.

Food was lovely. Had daily special. Lemon Sole.

Amazing food, great service, my favourite restaurant in Glasgow

Ordered most of the small plates and everything was absolutely delicious!! Only surprise was that bread and butter was not free like in the US. Service was good and attentive. Definitely recommend!

Fantastic selection of seafood centered small plates. Sauces were top notch. We particularly enjoyed the scallop roe and crisps "snack," Shetand mussels in a smokey sauce, and squid. Service was careful about our food allergies.

Simply delicious! Fresh and imaginatively prepared fish and seafood, with a difference. Two plates per person and a side are sufficient.

Absolutely superb food and great service. Consistently good.

Great food, cleverly balanced flavours and good presentation. Would reccomend.

It is one of my favourite places to eat in Glasgow and the best place to try fish or seafood in this lovely city. Crab doughnut is out of this world, but other items on the menu are also unbelievably good!

A very good restaurant. The food is delicious and the price is reasonable. Each dish not only shows the original deliciousness of the ingredients, but also adds a unique style of seasoning. The service is also great. The ordering suggestions provided by the service staff are helpful in choosing meals. Very big.

Had lunch yesterday, food was amazing and beautifully presented. Staff were great and very welcoming.

Mussels and basque cheese cake were my stand out favourites! The menu is varied and interesting and very well executed. Service was beyond excellent👌🏻 definitely looking forward to our next visit!

An innovative menu , nicely executed, we ordered 3 set Market menu , all dishes were of good portion, although the Tobermory smoked Trout was a bit too spicy for us , the quality of it is good . It’s a pity that the Scallops today was different from the menu , the chicken broth finish was a bit too salty . The Coley was a bit tough but the Pea Veloute & mint Fricassee elevated the flavour of the fish to another level! All & all a very pleasant & enjoyable dining experience, looking forward to other seasonal menus!

This restaurant makes a fantastic framing of what is possible with scottish produce but at the price of a pub meal elsewhere. The dishes are creative, well presented and very well thought out. Flavor profiles match well and the concept of small plate menus, tapas style of you like, allows you to taste a variety of the sea food which you may not necessarily order. It allows the chef to be experimental with frequently changing dishes and lets the clientel be experimental. And it works. I had barra scallops and shetland coley with a pea veloutte along with roast new potatoes with a seaweed mayonaise. I was very impressed with the flavors and the the presentation and even more impressed with the bill which as i say was less than pub grub in many places. Well done to the owners and chef and also tonthe very attentive and friendly waiting staff!

Food was top notch. The green goddess cocktails was beautiful and delicious. I would highly recommend this location

Not one to leave reviews but the food and atmosphere here was fantastic. My wife is Coeliac and we were able to share 6 or 7 dishes. The staff had a great knowledge of allergens. What stuck me from the begging was the great atmosphere. Lots of light, a fresh breeze coming through... Great playlist. The food is fantastic, such well cooked fish and seafood, with such interesting and well balanced fresh flavour! Would definately recommend to those who like good quality seafood!

Absolutely stunning food. Beautifully executed and very good quality. Amazing flavours. If you love seafood you will love this restaurant

This is a seafood restaurant with no main course. It is very plain, but the food is surprisingly solid. After one meal, I feel full but not full. 6 raw oysters, 2 scallops, and 1 pollock. I asked the waiter if this was too much or too little. She smiled and said, basically it was enough. If you have other activities on Friday night, you can order more later. There is room to add some space. So honest, thank you very much. The first meal in Glasgow, a city famous for seafood, indeed has a unique way of hospitality.

First time dining at kelp, as a must go to place if you enjoy seafood. We pretty much had all the small plates(not small) from the a la carte menu. Monkfish,mussells,crab donut were the standout dishes. Could not fault any of the others too. An all round great dining experience.

The best food experience I had for many years. Great staff.

We love Ardnamurchan, so decided to try out it's sister restaurant Kelp which is just across the road. We were not disappointed! The food was beautiful... fantastic fresh seafood and amazing desserts! We loved the atmosphere in the restaurant, and the service was first class. Try it, you will love it!

An anniversary dinner booked for 5pm. Our visit was spoiled from the get go. We had a small wooden square table for 2 with no linen . We knew immediately it was far too small and we asked to be moved . Staff said that it was not possible .. . By the time the water bottle, glasses , wine bottle and glasses there was no room for our food . It came out with large gaps time wise . There was little room for two plates .. Our intentions to share together never happened. In fact this made our meal a really disappointing experience. The couple beside us had a round table with linen table cloth. Their food was served all together .. They had left before all our food was served We were so looking forward to our meal .. The food itself was lovely but the dining arrangement let it down very badly . We would only use the restaurant again if the table arrangement could be altered . Such a shame , schoolboy error ..

This was our first visit to Kelp and we thoroughly enjoyed the menu. I'm a fan of the sharing plate idea and this was ideal. A couple of Green Goddess Martinis started our meal, accompanying the delicious whipped smoked scallop roe dip with homemade crisps. A plate of scallops with hazelnut butter followed plus a spicy but terribly addictive crab doughnut and a perfect fillet of coley surrounded by a superb shellfish sauce and a tangle of sea vegetables. We only added a side of crispy Koffmann fries meaning we just had room for dessert- a fabulous banana parfait and a slice of burnt Basque cheesecake. Service was great, friendly and helpful and the bill was under £90 for the two of us which I thought was excellent value given the quality of produce and the standard of cooking. Definitely worth a return visit!

Average. Some good dishes some not. Deserts and scallops a real disappointment. Crab and squid good. Service was great - esp Kevin.

Excellent service and fantastic meal! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the staff are very helpful and friendly. Will definitely be going back!

We went to Kelp for lunch and we loved it! The menu was creative and original while based on locally sourced ingredients. Everything we ate was delicious, we also liked the atmosphere and the staff. I would gladly come back for dinner next time 😊

Great place for locally sourced seafood food. We enjoyed the food and friendly staff

The restaurant atmosphere is great. Definitely recommend to go there for drinks. Our experience of staff was mixed, one gentleman who met us at the door and spoke to us at points throughout the night was fantastic. He helped us with the menu and some of the food service. The other servers were quite vacant, they would dump food on the edge of the table then run as fast as they could whilst we had no plates or cutlery and empty drinks... also the food comes out one at a time so knowing what the plates were would have been nice. I think any review for this restaurant should come in the context of each plate costing between £11-£17 and they recommend 2-3 plates per person. The food was pretty bad to be honest. We were told they had a new chef so it's probably a temporary criticism. There were moments of greatness in the food though. But on the whole it was not pleasant. For example parts were just bland. Or the oysters, absolutely smothered in topping so all you could taste was the topping and 2/3 toppings were not to our taste. On alot of the plates they had a lime reduction which tasted very strongly and since they were extremely generous with it it ruined the rest of the flavours on the plate. Anyway, we had a good time. The drinks were very nice. We enjoyed the potato churros and some of the parts of some plates. The atmosphere of the restaurant was excellent. I don't think the prices of the food reflect the taste nor the service we received.

V busy with pre theatre crowd, inc us! Excellent service throughout and food from market menu was fab. Def come back maybe for a la carte.

A nice pre theatre dinner on Sunday night. Much smaller than I thought it would be. The scallops were nice ( although there was a lot of oil), the Mackerel nice, the Basque Cheesecake was nice and the Coley superb. I'd happily go back but I'm not sure if it deserves the rave reviews from the meal we had on Sunday

Just had a fabulous lunch at Kelp. Food was superb, Market menu was fairly priced and service was fab. We added on the crab doughnut from the a la carte which was definitely the stand out dish.

A real gem. Scottish seafood and local vegetables done with a creative twist. We had delicious hand caught scallops, local mussels, Tobermory trout all done with lovely sauces. £40 per head for 2 small plates, side dish of vegetables, 250ml glass of Pecorino and expresso coffee. Warm and efficient welcome and service. Very good plates of food, strongly recommended!

The wine was nice, the prices didn’t reflect the food quality and the service was a little odd. I found it weird that they had “crispy roasted baby potatoes” on the menu but it was just entire boiled potatoes that were too undercooked to eat. The waiter was very nice but very intense and it was difficult to get a word in and he kept finishing our sentences which was a bit unnerving. It was our anniversary so after the very quick service and just ok food we wanted to sit and enjoy our wine but we were brought the bill without asking, despite our reservation saying we had the table till 9. I see a lot of people very excited about the crab doughnut but a literal sweet deepfried doughnut full of crab that was also somehow very spicy wasn’t exactly what I expected. Overall I think the reviews and the prices got my hopes up, basically fine but if you’re not overly monied there are definitely better options.

A fish restaurant that is up and down. Cold sourdough bread, but good eat crab donuts and dessert. Test of dishes average Facilities clean, u get what u pay for

I have been to Kelp multiple times and every dish I've tried has been delicious. They have a great lunch set menu. Service is pleasant without being overbearing. Today we could even sit outside. One of my favourite places in Glasgow.

Until tonight, previous visits to Kelp had been fantastic. This time, we took our table for our 6:30 reservation and watched staff run around with glasses and plates yet somehow failed to deliver food and drinks to diners. I’ve never seen as many customers raising their hands heavenwards — confused by unfilled orders. Waitstaff was confused going back and forth empty handed. No explanations. The “senior” waitress seemed to be the source of the problems. After 20 minutes, a young waitperson wondered about drinks but would not be taking a food order for awhile. We left and walked to Cafe Andaluz which was packed — they accommodated us. No rez? No problem! Excellent service with no drama and positive energy. Sorry to say Kelp has amazing food but can’t handle above average traffic

Spectacular food and honestly deserving of a Bib Gourmand or Michelin 🌟. Exquisite play on textures, colours and flavours without downplaying the main highlight of each dish - the seafood. Extremely well executed and kudos to the team. Will definitely recommend to my friends and family abroad.

Food was creative and delicious. Highly recommend the scallops. There is a lovely garden spot for outdoor dining.

Amazing food…..a hidden gem in Glasgow!!!

Visited for first time and was not disappointed. Lovely selection of dishes, all very different and exciting. Pleasant attentive staff. Highly recommended.

Very imaginative and lovely fish cookery. The plates were all beautifully presented. Good choice on the wine list and excellent service. I really liked thrle coley and also the gurnard. The lunch menu was good value

After a small issue with our booking, we found they couldn’t do enough to accommodate us. The food was superb and it was such a shame we didn’t have more time to try dessert. I will be back to work my way through the menu. I’m informed the langoustine was particularly good, but a warning that’s it’s very messy! The oysters were amazing and I highly recommend the trout. There were no complaints at the table and there was even something for those who aren’t keen on seafood. This really was a great meal.

Best tasting seafood I've had...

Incredible and well thought out dishes, with range of interesting sides. A great opportunity to try something new or try something you love in a new way! Staff were great and really friendly. The restaurant itself is so pretty and a lovely space. Cannot recommend enough!

Came here in a small group and had some great food. We enjoyed it so much that we ordered extra. The scallops were incredible, the oysters were great quality and fresh tasting. The wine menu is also good.

Have not been in this restaurant since the previous ownership, but we popped in for lunch when we were in town, and we were so glad we did. I’m not one for superlatives, but the three dishes we had - the smoked trout, the halibut and the mackerel - were absolutely exceptional. Beautiful flavours on every plate, which enhanced rather than fought with the flavours of the fish. Everything cooked to perfection, and presented beautifully, with warm friendly service from the waiting staff. A lot of restaurants in Glasgow have a very high opinion of themselves, which isn’t really warranted, but Kelp get all the important things right, and it is a lovely space to eat in too. We were kicking ourselves that we hadn’t tried their food before, but it certainly won’t be long before we go back for more of their wonderful cooking. Many thanks for a truly memorable meal.

Visited here before a show at the Theatre Royal and we were not disappointed. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Between the four of us we tried some amazing Scottish seafood and produce. The cocktails were also divine! Cannot wait to return!

Fabulous lunch with great variety, super mix of flavours especially loved the crab doughnuts ,monkfish & the beef was amazing too (please keep this on the menu) Excellent warm, friendly service & lovely atmosphere.

Overall we liked this place but had two reservations. With tapas style it's better not to bring every dish at once especially if you have a small table and the crab doughnut was really heavy. Everything else was delicious.

The food was nice but spoiled by the staff bringing the bill before we even asked for it. A passive aggressive method of telling us to f off. the Good food left us with a bad taste in our mouths. Kelp, learn some hospitality.

Absolutely delicious food, lovely surroundings and very friendly staff. The small plates are not that small to be honest, but it was my husbands birthday, so just went for it. My favourite was the Halibut and the crab donut stunning flavours. My husbands was the Herring and roast potatoes. There are so many unusual flavour combinations. We will be back to try the next seasons menu. 😋

My friend was given a voucher for his birthday. Really enjoyed the food. It comes out as and when each dish is ready in the kitchen. Enjoyable 2 hour experience.

Was not sure when we arrived if would enjoy this restaurant however how wrong we were .. the food was excellent plenty of choice - staff were first class and good value for money. Delighted.

Excellent produce used to create well balanced combination of flavours with attention to detail. Excellent value for money. Background music not my cup of tea and quite annoying. Would I recommend lunch here - YES.

6 out of 10 as the food was not cared for.

Service great and relaxed. Knowledgeable.

From the moment my wife and I walked into Kelp in Glasgow, we were greeted with the kind of warm welcome that instantly makes you feel at home. It's a cozy little place, buzzing with the energy of happy diners and the alluring scent of the sea that promised an exciting culinary adventure ahead. The concept of small plates was perfect for us; we got to try a bit of everything without having to commit to a single dish. And oh, the dishes! Each plate was a revelation, showcasing the freshest seafood with a creative twist that left us eagerly anticipating the next. The seared scallops were a standout, melting in your mouth with a delicate sweetness, perfectly complemented by a zesty sauce that we couldn’t get enough of. The grilled octopus was another hit, tender and flavorful, leaving us marveling at how simple ingredients could be transformed into something so delightful. But what truly made our evening at Kelp memorable was the staff. They were more than just attentive; they were genuinely friendly, sharing stories about the dishes, offering recommendations with a smile, and making sure our glasses were never empty. It felt like dining among friends who were as passionate about great food as we were. Leaving Kelp, we couldn’t stop talking about the incredible food and the even more incredible service. It wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience, one that we’re already planning to repeat. If you’re in Glasgow and looking for an exceptional seafood adventure, Kelp is the place to be. It’s not just the quality of the cooking that will draw you back, but the warmth of the people who bring it to life

The oysters are crispy, the langoustines are quite delicious, and the seats in the store are comfortable and the atmosphere is good.

Every plate was filled with flavour - totally delicious. Nice informal and buzzy atmosphere. A real gem. Highly recommend.

Delicious! Fish and seafood with a completely different twist in tapas style. Unforgettable…

Lovely food, staff and restaurant. Went with 2 friends and we all said we’d be back and bring others. Well done!

Good service, interesting dishes, three per person recommended.

Very frest and testy Scottish seafood restaurant

A fantastic seafood experience with great service and a nice ambience

Good range of seafood but over complicated menu trying too hard. Staff are nice and decent wine selection however there was over use of butter and oil in the food that it was so heavy. Even the potatoes to soak up creamy sauces were covered in oil. Tasty but definitely not healthy in this style. Food should be fresher and cleaner as good fish is hidden under complicated and heavy sauces. Nice atmosphere for summer with bright restaurant. Prices were decent and staff were fun.

We had a lovely meal, it’s small dished so we ordered 4 dishes and 2 sides. All dishes were delicious. Staff were wonderful, really friendly and happy to answer any questions about the menu. Also, big thanks for asking if my guide def needed a bowl of water Great night!

A disappointing meal. The crab doughnut is very nice. Smoked trout was ok too. The herring was dry and the oatmeal tasteless. The cabbage had almost no cabbage and was basically very heavy gnocchi. Went for cheese for desert but the homemade water biscuits are unpleasant and the cheese was far too cold. Overall the restaurant is a nice idea but the quality is just not good.

Visited on a Saturday afternoon and we chose to pick food from the market menu for £21.95 each which includes two choices plus a side each and you can add on a dessert for £6. We ordered sourdough bread with seaweed butter to start munching on when waiting for mains, we picked scallops, smoked trout, pumpkin and burrata and chicken meatballs with sand carrots and baby potatoes all dishes served as tapas when they are ready.. all really delicious and presented beautifully. We finished with the dark chocolate artichoke and the cheesecake again both delicious.. the main menu has some great dishes too but we were happy from the market menu and with our extras and drinks our bill came to just under £69 which for city centre on a Saturday I thought was great value will definitely visit again to try some other dishes and some cocktails which looked great too. The atmosphere and decor are really nice and cosy too

Wonderful unique and very tasty seafood dishes. Excellent service.

We booked Kelp last minute as fancied some seafood and our usual faves were fully booked. I’m so glad we did, the food was amazing. Some favourites were the oysters, halibut, scallops and trout. Would highly recommend and will be back! My only disappointment was the temperature of the restaurant. It’s a cold night, but I had to eat with my coat on. Will definitely be back though. 👏🏼👏🏼

Gorgeous restaurant and amazing food. So glad a came here for my new years meal

I had tried to book for Ardnamurchan but it was full so was directed to their sister restaurant,Kelp and I am very glad. I thought it was too trendy for me but it’s actually great seafood, cooked to perfection with additional accompaniments. The service was also lovely. It was absolutely packed with all ages and an inclusive atmosphere.

Chosen solely due to its proximity to the theatre, Kelp was a surprising seafood fusion delight. Busy- pre theatre at Christmas, not surprising- but responsive service.

Our group all agreed this was the best Christmas dinner out we have had. Hot & tasty with a mix of different flavours, scallops were superb, Turkey dish spot on with fabulous veg twists, cheesecake was light the whisky marmalade delicious. Service was fantastic, welcoming with a lovely atmosphere too. Would highly recommend & will return soon. Best wishes all at Kelp.

Great food geat service well worth a visit we'll be back .my wife treated me for my birthday i really enjoyed it

Had a wonderful lunch today with my choir. Everything was just perfect. If you haven’t visited Kelp, definitely give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.

Another visit to my favourite restaurant! Choose the festive menu and it did not disappoint, every dish perfect as always and great value. The staff are amazing here always so welcoming! Can't wait until my next visit!