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Ox and Finch

Strathclyde, Glasgow - Modern European - Restaurant - ££

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

* The restaurant is closing for a six-month refit from 13 October 2024. * Ox and Finch has maintained its popularity and standards since first wowing the Glasgow in-crowd with its ‘group-grazing’ approach back in 2014. Stylistically, this corner site creates a crowded and energetic neighbourhood bistro within a converted Victorian tenement building. Elegant plasterwork ceilings are offset by industrial gantries, repurposed wooden finishes and low booth seating. It may be artfully designed to look scuffed and loved but, rest assured, there’s due care and attention to detail when it comes to the food and the 'relaxed, friendly service'. The varied menu of around 30 items offers a seasonally changing feast of mini creations, making it 'always exciting to go back'. Dishes can arrive randomly, but ordering in small waves offsets this, allowing time for sharing and savouring. Start perhaps with devilled eggs, jazzed up with sweet southern Indian spices and served ...

* The restaurant is closing for a six-month refit from 13 October 2024. *

Ox and Finch has maintained its popularity and standards since first wowing the Glasgow in-crowd with its ‘group-grazing’ approach back in 2014. Stylistically, this corner site creates a crowded and energetic neighbourhood bistro within a converted Victorian tenement building. Elegant plasterwork ceilings are offset by industrial gantries, repurposed wooden finishes and low booth seating. It may be artfully designed to look scuffed and loved but, rest assured, there’s due care and attention to detail when it comes to the food and the 'relaxed, friendly service'. The varied menu of around 30 items offers a seasonally changing feast of mini creations, making it 'always exciting to go back'. Dishes can arrive randomly, but ordering in small waves offsets this, allowing time for sharing and savouring. Start perhaps with devilled eggs, jazzed up with sweet southern Indian spices and served with the tiniest chips imaginable and an indulgent daub of caviar. The artisan charcuterie platter showcases proper mortadella – silky, flavoursome, pistachio-laden and worlds away from the shaved pink rubber that too often passes for this under-valued gem. Perfectly pan-roasted and crisped chicken thigh comes with Jerusalem artichokes three ways (puréed, roasted and shaved) and a chicken butter sauce which is as unctuous as it sounds. Satisfyingly al dente tubetti with brown butter, peas and guanciale gives an ironic and more authentic nod to Scotland’s apparent obsession with macaroni cheese. There’s plenty for those seeking lighter flavours, while vegan and vegetarian options are gathered on a separate menu. Desserts are well judged, with pineapple carpaccio, coconut and a zesty lime and tarragon curd offering a summery close. A wine wall showcases some of the vintages from a list that achieves a credible level of imagination and ambition while remaining affordable and accessible. Booking is essential, with an online 'waitlist' for the coveted outdoor tables that get packed on Glasgow’s valued sunny days.

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VENUE DETAILS

920 Sauchiehall Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G3 7TFGB

0141 339 8627

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OTHER INFORMATION

Wheelchair access, Family friendly

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