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Cafe GandolfivsThe Ubiquitous Chip
Both establishments are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, The Ubiquitous Chip is preferred by most reviewers compared to Cafe Gandolfi. The Ubiquitous Chip comes in at #2 in Glasgow with praise from 7 reviews including Lonely Planet, Concierge and Michelin Guide.
Cafe Gandolfi
Concierge
Time Out
Fodor's
Frommer's
64 Albion St., Glasgow G1 1NY, Scotland
From $26/night
Concierge "All-day menu runs from eggs en cocotte through sandwiches and linguine to the popular "Gandolfi Standards" (smoked venison with gratin dauphinoise, Cockburns of Dingwall haggis, and New York pastrami!"
Time Out "A multi-venue mini-empire in the Merchant City, where you can feed on everything from oysters to pizzas." Full review
Fodor's "Occupying what was once the tea market, this trendy café draws the style-conscious crowd and can justly claim to have launched the dining renaissance of the Merchant City." Full review
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The menu is varied and constantly changing, but don't miss the monkfish and prawn tagine, the venison with gratin dauphinoise, or resident dishes like smoked haddie and Stornaway black pudding.
Frommer's "This favorite of local foodies serves up urbane and complex dishes at a fair price" Full review
The Ubiquitous Chip Concierge Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler Time Out Michelin Guide
Independent Frommer's
12 Ashton Lane, Glasgow G12 8SJ, Scotland
From $0/night
Concierge "The black-face heather-fed lamb is noted as coming from Smeaton Farm, while the rabbit accompanying the pear and pistachio sausage nibbled its last blade of grass in Dumfriesshire."
Fodor's "This restaurant is an institution among members of Glasgow's media and theater communities, who most days can be found in the busy bar." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"An iconic establishment on a cobbled street." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Possibly Glasgow’s most-loved restaurant, The Ubiquitous Chip celebrates regional Scottish cuisine and local produce." Full review
Time Out "This many-faced venue is one of the best-known and most popular restaurants Glasgow, and for many very good reasons." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Plate
"A quirky, iconic establishment on a cobbled street; the son of the original owner runs it with passion." Full review
Independent "Innovative and artistic brasserie Ubiquitous Chip on Ashton Lane is a must-visit for lunch or dinner. Choose from a la carte or a nine-course tasting menu for £65pp."
City guide
November 2, 2021
Frommer's "Set inside the walls of a former stable and with a wonderful, almost jungled, outdoor courtyard with tables at its core...the ever-changing menu is always creative" Full review
