O'Neill's Merchant Square
If a lunch of bottomless pizza and booze, burgers or other pub classics is what you're after, then O'Neill's is just the place. Head to Merchant Square and you can enjoy live sports screenings while you're at it.
Best Bars For Lunch In Glasgow
By Kiera Chapman
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Food, drink and nightlife specialist with 8+ years in journalism, including bylines at The Sunday Times and Marie Claire.
Last updated on 3rd September 2026
Whether you're looking for a boozy lunch, a business lunch, or just eh, lunch, there are lots of bars in Glasgow that cater to the mid-afternoon mealtime. So if you're hungry for a salad or have a hankering for a burger, there are tonnes of options, whether you're having a long lazy lunch or a quick dine and dash. Check out our guide to the best bars in Glasgow for lunch.
Cubatas
Not only is Cubatas in Finnieston considered one of the best tapas restaurants in the UK by The Sunday Times but they also have an inexpensive lunch menu, perfect for a quick lunch break or weekend visit. Choose from their list of 18 dishes and tuck in for a special lunch time treat.
Gael & Grain
Sundays are done right at Gael & Grain with a traditional roast beef feast served from 12pm every week.
Accompanied by creamy mash, crisp roast potatoes, seasonal greens, a giant Yorkshire pudding, rich gravy, and an included side of classic haggis mac 'n' cheese, it's the ultimate weekend comfort food experience in Glasgow.
Bar Gandolfi
Bar Gandolfi is a chic pace to dine at lunchtime. The Cafe Gandolfi menu offers a select range of locally-sourced fare as well as daily market specials. If you're looking for refined cuisine and a great selection of food, this is the place to come for a special lunch in Merchant City.
