FINDING authentic meals that are not only delicious but also reasonably priced can often involve a good deal of trial and error. Glasgow and the West is fast becoming a mecca of fusion flavours and exciting new dining opportunities. Here is a taste of some of the great restaurants all offering tantalising menus and a fine dining experience.
Ho Wong, York Street
Diners are invited on a journey to the Far East without leaving Glasgow city centre at Ho Wong.
The family run restaurant has become an institution in the city since first opening its doors 40 years ago, renowned for serving-up authentic Chinese cuisine. Step inside the York Street eatery and there is little wonder why Ho Wong has earned itself a reputation as one of Glasgow’s leading Chinese restaurants with both locals and celebrities alike over the decades.
Run by the Wong brothers, the recipe to success lies in the restaurant’s mouth-watering dishes. Offering a true taste of Chinese cuisine, prepared using the freshest ingredients, is ingrained in the very DNA of the restaurant – with each dish expertly prepared by chefs who combine passion with experience to create vibrant flavours that dance on the palette. From the chance to tuck into trusted favourites or something a little different, Ho Wong is proud to dish-up something for everyone to enjoy. Home to an extensive a la carte menu, including a seafood gourmet table featuring stuffed crab claw, steamed sea bass and more along with dessert and coffee for four people at £49.50 per person, as well as tasting menus for tables of two or more with dishes such as delectable salt and pepper ribs and aromatic crispy duck, at just £33.50 per person a meal at Ho Wong promises one not easily forgotten.
Whether planning a date night or a celebration with those who matter most, Ho Wong is honoured to offer the ultimate Chinese dining experience.
Discover more at www.ho-wong.com
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The Glencairn Lounge
The Glencairn Lounge is one of those unique venues that offers good honest freshly cooked meals with a real lively pub feel. There is no pretence surrounding Glencairn, their locally loved food and relaxed welcoming atmosphere continues to attract more and more attention.
Established in 1972, The Glencairn Lounge is a very popular place to eat in Dumbarton. It is a comfortable seven-minute walk from Dumbarton Central or Dalreoch Stations and a one-minute walk from Dumbarton High Street bus stops.
As well as enjoying the great variety of homey meal options for lunches and dinners, the pub and lounge has plenty of entertainment on throughout the week. Including the ever-popular quiz on the last Friday of every month. Saturday nights are for karaoke when the whole pub comes together to celebrate the good and the bad.
All food is served daily from Sunday-Thursday 12noon to 7:30pm, Friday/ Saturday 12noon to 8:30pm and is reasonably priced with generous portion sizes. They also stock a great range of quality wines and beverages as well as recognised established brand leader draught beers.
The Glencairn Lounge offers daily specials and has continually only used locally sourced food. You need only look at their reviews on Tripadvisor to understand the hype surrounding this establishment.
The atmosphere is always fun and relaxed with both locals and visitors. The well-established business has retained a reputation of providing a friendly and comfortable place for people to share a few drinks and indulge in a tasty satisfying meal.
For more information call 01389 732816 or follow their facebook page @glencairnlounge
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West Park Hotel
A warm and friendly family run hotel, West Park is more than just a hotel. Proud to continually offer a service that is second to none, the bustling hotel and restaurant is delighted to extend a warm welcome to all.
Ideally located on Great Western Road, the West Park is known for the quality of both its food and its service.
Not content with sticking to the status quo, the venue is continually looking to the future and offering diners and guests something new.
With that in mind the restaurant is delighted to offer guests the chance to tuck into a range of mouth-watering treats from the new menu in coming weeks.
Using fresh ingredients to create tasty dishes quality is of the utmost importance to the kitchen team.
From classic pub grub to pastas and Sunday roasts - even the fussiest of eaters will be hard pushed not to find something to tuck into.
All pints are £2.50, and £2.90 in public bar. Offers also include two main meals for £9.50 and from 12-6pm Monday-Friday, Sunday Roast two courses are £8.95, three courses are £10.95. And what’s more, kids eat free all day, every day at the popular restaurant.
As well as being known for serving up hearty meals, the West Park is also a go-to for a party.
At the hotel you can also take advantage of the free function room and include a DJ.
For further information about the West Park or to book, call 01389 872333
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RIVA
Riva, the newly opened Italian restaurant and bar, is located on the picturesque seafront of Helensburgh.
Their high-quality food is a partnership between classic Italian flavours and strong Mediterranean influences, meaning each dish is bursting with exciting flavour and taste. The experienced Chefs have a passion for local and fresh produce and take pride in the close network of quality suppliers.
With the restaurant, bar and lounge area there is something suited to everyone; from the formal dining experience in the relaxed restaurant environment to the more informal but still relaxed area in the bar or lounge. You are invited to relax and enjoy a glass of Italian wine or a signature cocktail.
Open seven days a week, their menus showcase the best of Italian dining. Riva’s weekday (Monday-Friday) lunch menu will not disappoint to the extensive A La Carte which runs all day every day, as well as the children's menu for younger guests.
Riva offers a range of daily menu specials to keep the dining experience interesting for returning guests, they strive to place emphasis on creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere.
At Riva, the team love to see guests enjoying themselves, especially when the atmosphere builds in the evenings. With plenty of events and regular live music nights planned for the future there is always something for everyone.
To book a table call Riva on 01436 677 796.
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