A GLASGOW 'institution' has undergone a huge refurbishment ahead of its reopening on Friday - and its new look includes a life-size model of legendary Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe.
American bar and diner Ad-Lib first opened on Hope Street in 1997 - and its comeback features an interior that pays tribute to the iconic US diner style with a cola-red 50s retro style booths and a classic 1957 Chevrolet crashing through the wall just some of the highlights.
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General Manager Jimmy Deadman said: “It was time to rejuvenate Ad-Lib with a new design, new menu, and new feel and we’re excited to be re-opening with new seating, a superb yoghurt ice cream machine, and a few more surprises up our sleeve.
“Our head chef Mark has created some awesome, flavoursome new additions to our food offerings, whilst we’ve kept all the classics which are loved by our customers. Ad-Lib’s been an institution for more than 20 years and we’re thrilled with the new look and can’t wait for the people of Glasgow to see what we’ve done.”
Head Chef Mark Balarsky, who has been in the kitchen at Ad-Lib for 10 years, said: “We can’t want to get back to the kitchen and start serving up all the Ad-Lib favourites – our tacos, grill and our best-selling Southern Fried Chicken Burger.
“Our new wing bar features chicken and cauliflower with a choice of sauces. Add in some Texas BBQ chicken, Bourbon BBQ brisket, and BBQ roast roots all served with a choice of dirty sides and sauces. You can ad-lib to your heart’s desire!
“It’s an American dream when it comes to treats too, as well as a build your own FROYO machine, our dessert menu offers two classics – apple pie with cinnamon and pecan pie, served with whipped cream, ice cream or Froyo.”
For more, visit Ad-Lib online at www.adlibglasgow.com and follow them on Facebook and Instagram @adlibhopestreet
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