Glasgow shopping centre to welcome restaurant with a twist

Zibibbo will open in Princes Square in December and is the newest concept from the masterminds behind city eateries Ralph & Finns, Vroni's Wine Bar and Malo.

Named after the Zibibbo grape, the restaurant will serve an extensive range of rich and aromatic wines accompanied by a selection of large and small plates to cater to many tastes and appetites.

(Image: Zibibbo) Set in the former Buzzy Wares basement space, the unit is undergoing a complete transformation before it officially becomes Zibibbo.

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Once complete, it will seat 120 diners and feature a mezzanine for private hire, aiming to offer a casual yet relaxed all-day dining experience.

(Image: Zibibbo) What sets Zibibbo apart from other restaurants is that it will soon have its very own 'lifestyle shop' next to it. 

It will stock a collection of unique goods to purchase and will be open a few weeks after the restaurant launches in December. 

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At the helm of Zibibbo are Andy and Emma MacSween, a husband-and-wife team with over 30 years of combined experience.

(Image: Zibibbo) Emma said: “We’re thrilled to bring a fresh, lively energy to Princes Square with Zibibbo.

"We’ve designed it as a place where people feel welcome from morning until late, whether they’re coming in for a morning coffee, a relaxed lunch, or a festive evening out.

"Being a family-run business, we really want Zibibbo to feel accessible to everyone while offering a beautifully styled experience that adds something unique to Glasgow’s dining scene.”

Chef Kevin O'Neill (Image: Zibibbo) Executive chef Kevin O’Neill said: “With Zibibbo, we’re excited to showcase a menu that’s both versatile and vibrant, designed to complement our extensive wine list.

"From elegant small plates to share to heartier main dishes, the focus is on quality ingredients, fresh flavours, and dishes that suit any time of day.

"We want guests to come in, discover something new, and keep coming back for more."

It comes after Princes Square recently welcomed bar and restaurant The Clubhouse on its second floor in August, and we also reported that jewellery brand Dower & Hall celebrated 20 years in the city with a refit of their Princes Square store.