Two Fat Ladies at the Buttery in Glasgow City

I thought that this was going to be a five star review after the first two courses (which were wonderful) but there was a real drop-off in quality with the desserts. The Panna Cotta was over gelatinised and didn't move. The creme brulee was completely liquid. At this price range there are better and more accessible dining options in Glasgow.

The staff are super friendly and professional. Which makes the atmosphere. Gluten free friendly and even have a kids menu. Feel I made the wrong choice picking two curried dishes when wanting the Scottish fix but was in the mood for fish and both came with curry.

Beautiful wee restaurant, attentive but not over bearing staff, absolutely stunning food, spot on start to finish 👌

Amazing food the atmosphere inside the restaurant is laid back and comfortable even though it is a higher class restaurant. Our server on the night was stephen very attentive and would highly recommend A very good meal in a lovely 1930s inspired decor scottish restaurant

I attended the Buttery a few days ago and was extremely unwell that very same evening and the days that followed. I ordered the Halibut but it was less than average. Emailed them to let them about my sickness however not received the courtesy of a response. Will definitely not be going back.

This was my first time at The Buttery and it won’t be my last! Wonderful staff who were attentive and friendly. Food was delicious as was the wine. A lovely way to spend some time with family at Christmas. Thank you for a great experience.

Very nice place to relax and share a meal with friends. A great atmosphere and quality food which slips a little pre-Christmas but is usually bang on.

Visited for the second time . Food is superb although main course portion not enough and really have to get a side . £40 for a steak which only has a small potato terrine with it is mean , very mean . Have to question £18 for 3 scallops too . Hope they take this onboard . Well that’s the downside out the way , otherwise it is a tremendous dining experience and the service is superb . Really great place to sit in and we will return despite the previous negativity .

An excellent meal around Christmas, with none of the usual shortcuts used by far too many other restaurateurs at this time of year. Excellent food and wine, with very attentive but not intrusive service and a great relaxing vibe. The overall price was also very modest for this outstanding meal.

Lovely place with delicious food and drinks. The service was great and the staff was very friendly. Overall a superb experience!

A cozy yet elegant atmosphere. The Beef & Mushroom was a rich and flavorful dish that set the tone for the rest of the meal. The Highland Venison was tender and perfectly cooked, offering a delicious flavor. The Gingerbread Cheesecake was the perfect end to the meal. The service was excellent, with attentive staff who made the experience even better. Overall, a fantastic spot for anyone looking for top-notch food in a welcoming setting.

Very enjoyable experience. Would highly recommend

Absolutely perfect way to celebrate the last night of our first visit to Glasgow. From the ambience to the delicious food to the friendly, professional service, we had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful culinary experience with a Scottish twist.

As repeat visitors to the Buttery (sixth visit, third time this year) we looked forward to our meal, this time with a voucher. Whilst the food was up to the usual standard - Cullen skink fantastic as ever, likewise the scallops, and the festive turkey dish was first rate - the experience was a real let-down thanks to service with an attitude. Our waiter was arrogant, offered zero attentiveness and appeared completely disinterested. All of which culminated in him bringing the desert menu (eventually, after a prolonged wait) and slapping them down on the table with a comment of “I suppose you’ll want to see these as you have a voucher”. My wife mentioned this to another waiter who couldn’t have been nicer and who looked after us for the rest of the meal. Kudos for him for stepping in, he was a credit to the Buttery and very much in keeping with what we’d expect from them. Overall though, a very disappointing experience and I very much doubt we’ll go back.

If only I could give more than 5 stars. Top-notch food and service, and the coziest dining room ever.

Gorgeous restaurant superb food, cozy ambience and attentive service.

Having been a few months ago and raving about it, my wife booked it for us on a Saturday in December so we could have a weekend taking in the run up to Christmas in Glasgow. This place is set in what appears to be a slightly run-down part of the outskirts of the city. However, when you enter, it is like going into an oasis with its well-appointed oldie worldy feel. We were welcomed by the maitr'd who showed us to our table promptly. The atmosphere was buzzing even though it was quite early in the evening. The drinks order was taken and drinks delivered whilst we perused the menu to decide our food choices. We had some olives to start. I decided whilst in Scotland I had to have some haggis, so I chose the chicken with haggis, which was amazing. The haggis providing some amazing tastes and complimenting the chicken, which was succulent. My wife chose turkey ballotine, which she said was amazing and just like a Christmas dinner. Sadly, we were too full to try a dessert, so that means we will have to go back (that will not be a hardship). Thanks to our waitress who was very friendly and attentive. Well worth a visit for good food and atmosphere.

Great service, food was lovely and lovely venue. Staff were so lovely and couldn't do enough for you. Was a team Christmas night and they were excellent at looking after us!

Very good food and service however the atmosphere is rather old fashioned and could use a touch up

Absolutely amazing food friendly staff and highly recommended

Lovely lunch, almost a throwback to afternoon tea with your granny. Quaint surroundings. Fantastic Cullen Skink - the best I’ve ever had. The coley was superb too. However my wife wasn’t too keen on her sea bream - not a fan of the sauce! Would happily recommend

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here. 6 of us all agreed the meal, service and ambience were lovely. Not overly priced for the quality in all departments. We will return.

First time here and we were blown away by the level of service, the atmosphere and food. Just wonderful from start to finish. Loved it

The food, service and ambience is absolutely fantastic. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you to the Buttery team for a great night tonight.

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Literally blown away by the level of service and food not to mention atmosphere. Really impressed and cannot wait to book our wedding meal here. Ross you are amazing as are your colleagues. Just speechless really which is not like me! Thank you so much Alan & Laura

We had a fabulous lunch downstairs in the private dining room for a friend's special birthday celebration. The food was absolutely fantastic, perfectly cooked and delicious served by the most attentive and friendly staff. We can't praise the Buttery enough. It's our favourite, favourite restaurant. Thank you so much to the wonderful staff and chefs.

Absolutely fantastic authentic Scottish restaurant that hugs you in a traditional ambiance. The service and fayre are second to none. The best dining experience we have had in many years. This is now a 'must visit destination' anytime we find ourselves in Glasgow. I cannot recommend The Buttery highly enough! Steve D.

Very good experience in this restaurant, the dishes were good and good quantities! Very welcoming staff

Stunning little find, off the beaten track, like entering a rich aunts mansion! Food was 10/10 highly recommended

This is a Scottish gem. Wonderful service and high quality m, delicious food. A beautiful and historic venue that provides a charming and relaxed atmosphere.

We were a party of 8 family and friends visiting the Buttery for Sunday lunch to celebrate my wife's birthday. I informed them in advance and they placed us in the Snug which was the ideal room as it enabled it to be suitably decorated for the occasion and made it feel special. Everyone was impressed with the friendly service and the quality and presentation of their dishes. I would like to thank all the staff who went out of their way to make it such a memorable occasion.

Another fantastic lunch. The food was outstanding, and our server, Morgan made the day even more special. Thank you to all at The Buttery. Thoroughly recommend.

As good as it gets. Service a particular highlight. Better than some michelin star restaurants i have been to. Cheeseboard recommended.

Another lovely experience at The Two Fat Ladies. Never disappoints. Food delicious and served by extremely courteous and professional staff. Lovely ambiance and traditional decor. Highly recommend!

The lunch exceeded my expectations. The welcome and service were excellent. Serving staff were knowledgable and had bright personalities. The food was not cheap but very good. I especially liked the harissa and maple syrup bread with the Cullen Skink; the duck was perfect with a wonderful hazelnut crust and a superb sauce. The apple crumble was fine. We would return again for lunch

Lovely place. A pity the food didn't live up to expectations. Monk Fish was almost cold and overcooked. Sent it back. 2nd time was better but covered in spice. Other guests enjoyed their food. Service was good.

Staff very nice. Atmosphere very relaxing. Food is amazing

Great place to have a great meal

Exceptional. Couldn’t fault. Amazing food and fantastic service. Very highly recommend. Thank you

The atmosphere is wonderful, a real gem which was rightly full at lunch. The food is hearty and traditional and very fairly priced. There is a retro feel but nothing wrong with that. Lots of staff serving although at times they could be more alert to when guests are engaged in conversation and hold back from interrupting to take orders for instance. However there was a professional feel and the food quality was consistently good. Lovely decor and quirky china. Do however repair the large holes in the car park which risk your wheels!

One of the most outstanding restaurants in Scotland. The ambience, the standard of service and the quality of the cuisine were all exemplary.

Absolute hidden gem. Food and service excellent and in a stunning setting. If you're in Glasgow find this place

The Buttery was a fantastic experience. The food was divine. From the start with Green Curry Bread on to Whisky cured salmon and highland venison, the meal was beautiful. My only complaint was the restaurant was very warm but that's my personal preference. The atmosphere was homey with dark wood, benches with pillows, stained glass, and tea cups on shelves. It was a wonderful experience dining there.

Fantastic meal and great service. Set menu was very reasonable and all delicious.

I expected better. Visited in September 2024. Bad luck, a disgusting smell when opening the door: for a restaurant that's not good enough. (may be outside work) Installed at the back of the restaurant. A very long wait time before being served (45 minutes). Scottish atmosphere, staff in kilts, woodwork… …Stained carpet on the floor (it doesn’t do that!). Dark place with dim light in broad daylight. Finally, the meal… Starter, main course: good, certainly, but nothing exceptional and really too little on the plate! The bread served at “THE” slice is frankly ordinary. In short, a meal that was ultimately quite expensive: I won't be returning..

A beautiful restaurant with a homey atmosphere...dark wood, shelves of China cups, stained glass. The service was excellent and friendly. The food was top-notch delicious, well prepared, and unique. Notable treats included Green Curry Bread, Highland Venison, Whisky Cured salmon... all delicious.

Absolutely outstanding. I cannot rate this restaurant enough . Dinner for ten people and it exceeded my expectations. Thank you

Fantastic food and service - atmosphere was elegant without being stuffy. Similar vibe to Gleneagles and executed just as well. Staff were exceptionally attentive. Scallops were a highlight. Will absolutely be back.

Beautiful atmosphere. Perfect service and outstanding food. They say you get what you pay for but, compared to other options, The Buttery is incredible value. You just have to experience this before you die.

Adore going here - A Glasgow institution for great reason!

Beautifully presented, high-quality ingredients create fabulous food. The duck & black pudding starter didn't fail to wet my appetite for the main event of wild Highland Venison.

By far our best dining experience in Scotland. I don’t leave reviews often but this restaurant deserves it. All the food was incredible, and the service was delightful. Attentive but not hovering over you the way some fancy restaurants do. I wish I lived in Glasgow so I could go often!

Beautiful period oldest surviving restaurant in Glasgow from 1869. Beautiful stylish environment, friendly service and bomb food. For me, be sure to visit.

I found the oldest restaurant in Glasgow completely accidentally, as I was walking around the city. The staff is amazingly professional and they looked after me. The food was proper fine dinning at very good prices. Highly recommended to anyone who is going to visit Glasgow! Last but not least try the whisky ice cream, it's very special!

Such amazing food with great service. Lovely old traditional Scottish styled restaurant. Would highly recommend

Absolutely fantastic!! Ian our server went absolutely above and beyond. Asked us about our night and brought out an anniversary plate for us. Impeccable service and great food. Highly recommended!!!!!

First visit today to this lovely restaurant. Had a fab Big Birthday lunch x 6 in The Snug. The food was great; every staff member was friendly, attentive and efficient and the setting is gorgeous. Dining out as it should be. Would highly recommend. Update 19th September - visited again for a 60th Wedding Anniversary celebration and another great night. This is definitely our Number One choice in Glasgow from now on!

First time here ,staff was outstanding food amazing can't express enough how lovley this place is. A true gem.

Had a 3 course lunch / dinner and the food and service were outstanding; one of the best spots I’ve tried in Glasgow.

Cozy and comfortable restaurant. Especially beautiful dishes! The service is smooth and friendly. All the dishes were plentiful and tasty. Especially the monkfish was delicious. I recommend it, and you should reserve a table.

Absolutely fantastic meal to celebrate our 20th Wedding Anniversary. Service was fantastic and a few extra touches due to our children phoning ahead to say it was a special occasion and paying towards our drinks. Highly recommend.

Loved everything about this place. It was my first visit, and the food was amazing.

Lovely Restaurant took my friend for a birthday meal food great service great staff really friendly looking forward to our next visit

Love this place, it’s a place that’s always busy but yet seems a bit of a secret unless you live in Glasgow. Everytime I’ve been here I’ve left happy. On last visit we’d had the 4 course lunch deal. Waitress could tell we were on a lunch break and kept the pace up (!), we were going to skip the cheese course, but instead she offered to box it up! Love customer service like this.

The Buttery was our favorite meal during our trip to Scotland. The food was delicious. I took a chance and tried monkfish for the first time. It was so good and definitely something I would order on repeat. I also enjoyed the fig and feta appetizer. We also enjoyed the highland venison. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. Our waitress even brought out petit fours so we had a little something sweet, even though we were too stuffed for a full dessert. I would definitely eat here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting or living in Glasgow.

If you're pondering on whether to dine here, ponder no more and get it booked! A beautiful dining space. We came straight from the airport to here and it couldn't have been a better pit stop. The service was impeccable, thank you Toby for looking after us and making us feel so very relaxed and comfortable. We enjoyed gorgeous Old Fashioned and Manhattan cocktails made by Stephen to get us started. We picked the Cullen Skink and Fig & Feta dishes. As a first time trier of Cullen Skink I think I have probably been spoilt and imagine other versions will have a hard time trying to match the delicious flavours. And the caper dressing with the fig and feta was so yummy that my husband is going to try and make it at home. The veggie haggis dish was gorgeous and while we were struggling with full bellies we still managed a crème brulee each which was a perfect end to a perfect meal. The bonus - it was so lovely to chat to Stephen at the bar on the way out - really hope your career at The Buttery continues to be a huge success. We will definitely return on our next trip to Glasgow. Thank you.

The best of the best. Everything was perfect.

Delicious meal profession (proper) service. Food was tasty, wait staff attentive but not over intrusive. Good Scottish food

Pure class. 4 course lunch with coffee and sweets to follow, all on a £69 it is on voucher. Food was delicious and service excellent. This was our second time and would recommend this for anyone who likes fine dining, done in style.

Fab fab fab lunch 20 out of 10.......thank you so much.....

First visit to the Buttery in nearly over 40 years. Cuisine, service, atmosphere all excellent. We were concerned however as the car park which is on site and available to customers only is in terrible condition. If it belongs to the restaurant or not, it's guilt by association. With a little effort to remove the weeds, trim and replace the landscaping (at the front doors too) pick up rubbish and fix the potholes we wouldn't be so apprehensive about the arrival experience. Is the kitchen the same? Are the toilets the same? Thankfully not. But why give cause for concern.

Wonderful visit. Food was great and the staff was excellent.

Simply perfect. Traditional excellence. Great food, atmosphere and service. We could not fault it right up our street. We will be back when we are in Glasgow again. Don’t be put off by the location it’s like a utopia inside with lovely welcome.

Nous sommes très contents d’avoir choisi ce restaurant. Le cadre est très agréable, les lumières sont tamisées. Tous les serveurs sont vraiment très gentils et serviables. Mon père ne boit pas d’alcool, le repas a été entièrement adapté. Les serveurs se sont souvenus de cette particularité. Le repas était délicieux, je recommande à 100% ! Merci aux staff et aux cuisiniers.

My husband had booked to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary. Neither of us had ever been, I’d never heard of the restaurant. What a lovely experience I look forward to repeating. We arrived quite early and the staff were very accommodating, seating us near the bar for a drink. We ordered drinks and were able to look at food menus, and ordered while we waited for our table to become available. I tried the salmon to start, then the venison. I enjoyed everything I ate, it was just so beautiful. The triple cooked chips were so good. After a good rest we were tempted into dessert. I can highly recommend the apple crumble. The staff were friendly and attentive, the restaurant itself was warm and comfortable. I don’t think there’s a negative thing I could say about the experience. We’re only in Scotland a few times a year but we’ll definitely be returning.

Birthday lunch with the family - traditional surroundings, but well managed. Food was excellent, including the kids menu. Starter of scallops a winner, and steaks excellent. Sea Bream delicious- Only reason I removed a star, was our waitress who didn’t appear interested, and had to be constantly reminded of our requests. Young lady needed managed, we weren’t doing her a favour eating there!

A good experience to discover Scottish food in a traditional atmosphere.

Absolutely delicious dinner, impeccable service, welcoming and formal atmosphere at the right point. It's worth a visit

So disappointed both my husband and I had sea bream from lunch menu. It was dry veg had a bitter sauce. I ordered triple cooked chips. They were dry not crisp and fluffy as expected. On a positive note my mushroom soup was delicious. We were guests at a birthday or we would have broached with staff.

Thanks to Google maps, I found this wonderful restaurant with amazing food and very friendly and attentive staff.

Delicious food, outstanding service, and entertaining/pleasant atmosphere. We had an amazing social dinner and we enjoyed every single minute of our time. The attention to detail and kindness of every member of the team who works like an orchestra producing a symphony. It's difficult to get a spot and there is a good reason for it. You definitely won't be disappointed.

We had a beautiful 3 course lunch. The food was really good (cullen skink was best I've had by a mile), with everything done with great taste, texture and lay out. Nice wine and a great waitress to boot. If we had one near where I live, I'd be a regular, for sure.

Fantastic food. Fantastic service.

Good food ,busy place..Service is efficient...

First impression of the exterior was not too well. A black building with dead plants outside and a cutoff parking next to it. When getting in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Interior was a sense of Scotland and older building. Food was very good, drinks as well. But upon order only a main to start with we got a feeling that it wasn't well received by the staff. Even when ordering desert afterward, it still felt awkward. As a last comment: great food and welcome, but consider to order a minimum of a 2-course meal right away..

We loved the Buttery. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was very authentic, and the service was superb.

The service here is excellent. My server was attentive without being intrusive. The entire staff worked seamlessly together to create a seamless dining experience. I never had to ask anything twice! Amazing cocktails and food. Bravo!

Lovely venue. Never tend to be outwith the city centre. Attended with a person I support and they also thoroughly enjoyed the meal.

How does this place not have a Michelin Star? The food was sublime. The staff were wonderful and gave excellent recommendations for wine pairings with each meal. My only small criticism is the lighting. I had one very bright light pointed right at me while the rest of the place was too dull and shadowy. Overall it was excellent. Value for money on both menus too made for an easy decision to return again soon at the beginning of August for another birthday celebration.

A great experience from start to finish, a meal at the Buttery never disappoints. Looking forward to our next visit.

Just 5 stars a round, the staff make this place a really great experience. Top notch food and well worth the visit

The food was average at best for flavour, but the main issue was that the food was cold on arrival for everyone in our group. I would not rush back, I expected more.

Dinner 16/7/2024. Came to try the Scottish venison, enjoyed the halibut as well. Both very tender and tasty. Service good. Enjoyed the wines too (had a Chardonnay and a red Romanian pinot noir, which were very reasonably priced by the glass (~£6 for a small glass, which works perfectly when you just want a taste). Complimentary slices of bread- I liked the onion one, partner preferred black olive. Chocolate mousse was also good. Very nice place for dinner, warm service, no complaints.

A cute stylish place for Scottish food. Monkfish and prawns was my favourite dish.

We were there last night for dinner. Lovely place and very delicious food, the duck with black pudding was very good, plus the scallops with cauliflower were tasty. The deer as a second course seemed very good to me as well. We loved how Toby, a great waiter, and his curly-haired companion who very patiently explained the menu to us, served us. When I return to Glasgow it will be a place I will return to for sure. Cheers!

Make reservations a day ahead, otherwise, they don't have a table for you.

Absolutely amazing food and could not recommend it enough! The monkfish melts in your mouth and the halibut was perfectly cooked. Even if you’re not big on eating beef, the ‘beef and brisket’ was tender and well done. If you’re looking to try black pudding for the first time, their ‘duck and black pudding’ starter was amazing. Staff were friendly and helpful, even providing a complimentary dessert taster for me as I had gone after graduation. The decor and ambiance elevated the whole experience. Everyone in my party was more than pleased and we would definitely eat here again.

One of my best Scottish restaurants experience! I highly appreciate how they were considerate in making the dishes alcohol free for us. All the meals were delicious from the soup to the desserts. Even the staff of the restaurant, they’re all so nice and welcoming. I’d recommend it to anyone visiting Glasgow!

Fabulous food and fabulous service. Worth going to see and chat to Ross alone.