When it comes to festive feasting, there's nowhere quite like Glasgow. From hidden eateries where local ingredients reign supreme to cosy boozers boasting delicious winter warmers, this is a city that is well-prepared for the season of eating, drinking and being merry. Check out our recommendations for the best Christmas lunch venues in Glasgow for family festivities, romantic date nights and wild work parties.
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This friendly Glasgow boozer is great for a chilled Christmas lunch, with an indulgent festive menu on offer. Kick off with pork, duck and orange pate or crispy coated prawns, followed by the Cranberry Clucker (chicken topped with bacon, cheese and chutney), a turkey and ham hock pie with mash, a delicious veggie wellington or a festive burger.
WEST On The Green is supplying us with both cosy pub vibes and gorgeous dining rooms, so you can bet your bottom dollar it'll be a popular spot for Christmas party lunches in Glasgow. Plus, with resident DJs and some of the best beer in town, it's a bit of a cracker.
Drum & Monkey is a traditional pub in the heart of the city, and a great spot for a Christmas lunch. Their festive menu includes hand-carved turkey, pan-roasted salmon and a walnut and almond nut roast, and finish the meal with an indulgent dark chocolate truffle torte.
The Ark is a snug wee pub in the city centre that's making sure your celebratory get-together goes to plan. Though the festive burger is always a highlight, this Christmas lunch menu in Glasgow also showcases mac 'n' cheese, hot dogs and cheesecake.
Chaophraya is an opulent Thai restaurant that promises a brilliant backdrop for Christmas private dining in Glasgow. To help you celebrate the season with loved ones, they'll whip you up a delish set menu that showcases fragrant curry and noodle dishes, alongside unique cocktails.
From just £45, Alston Bar & Beef's Christmas set menu gives you prime cuts of turkey or rump steak, haddock or haggis, plus all the tremendous trimmings. That's before we get to the puddings of cranberry curd brandy, Christmas pudding or chocolate & cherry trifle.
Being a steak house, it can't go a day without steak, so the a la carte options of ribeye, sirloin and T-bone are up for grabs too. Cap off your Christmas meal with a warming gin at the bar under the arches of Glasgow Central Station.
Enjoy a festive Italian lunch this Christmas at ASK Italian Glasgow, located conveniently in the heart of the city centre. Start with classic starters such as bruschetta, burrata tricolore, or festive sprout and pancetta croquettes before moving onto mains like festive Christmas carbonara, fettuccine bolognese, linguine con frutti di mare, or vegan fettuccine lentil ragu and risotto con funghi. Each dish is prepared using authentic Italian flavours, perfect for a festive midday treat.
Finish your lunch with indulgent desserts, including warm chocolate brownie, festive orange panettone pudding, or Biscoff cheesecake, and enjoy a festive tipple with Liverpool gin cocktails or wine.
With huge private rooms that are ideal for large office bashes through to private spaces for cute, intimate lunches, Alea Glasgow Casino is great for getting the gang together. Plus, you can head to the Long Bar afterwards for cocktails and late-night entertainment.
As a chic, stylish hangout, All Bar One is one of the best places for a Christmas lunch in Glasgow city centre. Indulge in three mouthwatering courses for £39.95, with the likes of panko camembert, paupiette of turkey and toffee pudding up for grabs.
The Merchant is a relaxed and comfortable bar, exactly what you want when you're settling down for a Christmas lunch. Their festive menu includes themed burgers, hand-carved turkey and a vegan winter wellington, with three courses for as little as £25.
This pretty and lively Glasgow bar is known for its quirky cocktails and delicious food. Slug And Lettuce's festive menu is no exception, featuring baked camembert to start, and main courses ranging from a turkey feast to cauliflower tart and a festive cheeseboard burger.
Derby Lane is perfect for a festive Christmas lunch in Glasgow. Choose from smoked salmon bagels, eggs Royale, NY strip steak, lobster rolls, or pancakes with Nutella & raspberry, and toast the season with a cocktail, wine, or hot chocolate.
The Hamptons-style décor, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly staff make it ideal for families, friends, or office groups looking to enjoy a delicious festive meal together.
A stunning space that's already magical with its indoor trees, fairy lights and dangling foliage, Mowgli is the ideal destination for Christmas lunch with a twist. Expect Indian street food across a festive three-course menu, including the likes of their famous yoghurt chat bombs, signature two-tiered tiffin boxes filled with curry, and desserts too. Plus, each Christmas sitting also includes a glass of prosecco or a mocktail per person.
Home is a spacious, sophisticated bar and restaurant in the Merchant city area, serving up festive food and drinks. Enjoy delicious dishes like naughty nachos, the elfishly good vegan burger, the Merry Crustmas pizza (topped with brie, cabbage, stuffing, turkey and bacon) and a North Pole pudding to finish.
Found in Carlton George Hotel, Windows Restaurant is as luxe as they come. Perched on the 7th floor, this rooftop hangout is a charming retreat from the busy streets below, especially when winter approaches. Chow down on two or three courses made using high-quality seasonal produce.
Serving a swanky selection of yuletide treats, Browns Brasserie & Bar is ideal for a Christmas Day lunch in Glasgow city centre. Choose from pan-seared trout or a root vegetable nut roast at this gorgeous Victorian venue. Don't forget to pop a bottle of Champers or two either.
Looking for unbeatable Christmas lunch deals in Glasgow? O'Neill's Grand Central is blowing it out of the water with its bargain offering. Snap up three delish courses from just £15.95, devouring a roast turkey dinner, spinach and mushroom wellington, and brownies with ice cream.
Sprinkling a dash of refinement to an old boozer, The Finnieston is the perfect place for Christmas dinner. While the dark wood settings, book-lined walls and maritime features induce that cosy warm glow, it's also got some serious skills when it comes to food and drink.
Spreading good vibes around Ashton Lane via great food and marvellous drinks, Ubiquitous Chip should be a hot contender for your next Christmas meal. Not only is there a quirky indoor rainforest and cavernous ceiling, but also a wealth of banging bites to gobble up.
If you're after somewhere special to celebrate the festive season, look no further than The Ivy on Buchanan Street. For that extra special touch, enquire about the exclusive Morgan Room which can accommodate up to 20 guests on one long table.
Celebrate the festive period by heading to Gaucho in the city centre. This top-notch restaurant knows how to cook up a storm, so you know you're in good hands. While you chomp on all kinds of droolworthy delights, make sure to toast the season with a glass of something bubbly to hand.
For a family-style Christmas feast with all the trimmings, head to The Butterfly and The Pig. This cosy yet lively boozer will be going all out this year, with three-course extravaganzas on offer, featuring dishes like traditional roasts and vegan Christmas pie.
Mharsanta is known for slinging out traditional Scottish dishes made from the finest local produce. With private dining for up to 40 people in the 'hideout', three-course lunches available from £33.95 and themed cocktails galore, this is a top choice for a Christmas meal in Glasgow.
Want to get into the celebratory groove but not hung up on tradition? The Butchershop Bar & Grill boasts exposed brickwork and a soundtrack of jazz, making it a super cool place to chow down on unrivalled meaty fare, including roast dinners with crispy spuds and lashings of gravy, steak with hand-cut chips and garlic butter, pan-fried seabass and so much more.
Serving up the goods right through the festive period, The McMillan in Strathbungo is a beaut spot for a Crimbo feast, with handmade furniture and private booths for hire. From succulent Norfolk roast turkey to fillet steaks and baked cod, you'll be spoilt for choice.
Located a stone's throw from Central Station, The Smokin' Fox is a classy boozer with a hearty menu on offer. As it's whipping up three courses available at £39.95 this year, you can gobble down bites such as slow-cooked beef, traditional turkey with all the trimmings, and stuffed maple-glazed squash.
