Cafés and coffee shops
City centre cafés
The Wild Olive Tree
The Wild Olive Tree is a non-profit that helps the most vulnerable people in their community. The menu is simple with scones, cakes, soups, and salads made by an in-house cook. Find out more by checking out The Wild Olive Tree.
Kaffateria
Kaffateria is a minimalistic café known for its expertly brewed coffee and freshly baked pastries. Located in the heart of the city — just steps from Queen Street Station. Find out more by visiting Kaffateria's Instagram.
Outlier
Outlier is a popular space for those who live and work in the city centre. It has a simple, and busy atmosphere offering delicious breakfasts, lunches, coffee and cakes. Follow Outlier's Instagram page for more information.
Café Wander
Close to the main shopping streets of Glasgow, Café Wander is the place to go for a quiet breakfast, tasty lunch or coffee and cakes. Visit Café Wander to see their menu.
Laboratorio Espresso
Laboratorio Espresso is a small, stylish café known for its excellent coffee and friendly baristas. It’s a great spot to enjoy a quality espresso in the heart of the city. Visit Laboratorio Espresso's Instagram for more information.
Singl-end Café
Singl-end café is known for its tasty and creative food, with both healthy and treat options. They serve breakfast, brunch, and cakes until 5pm. There are 2 locations, one in Garnethill and the other in Merchant city. Have a look in detail at their menu at Single-end Cafe.
Eco friendly cafés
Gusto and Relish
Gusto and Relish uses quality ingredients from local suppliers. They make their own sausages, black pudding, and potato scones which make their meals even tastier. Check out Gusto and Relish's Instagram for more details.
Common Ground
Right in the centre of Battlefield, Common Ground serves toasties, hot drinks, and homemade treats. Using local produce and suppliers, the focus is to re-reuse and recycle items to help reduce waste. Visit Common Ground’s Facebook to find out more.
Gathering Ground
Next to the canals in the north of Glasgow you’ll find Gathering Ground, a local food led community space and café. Step inside to enjoy barista coffee, homemade food, and tasty bakes. They are also dog friendly and have a selection of eco-friendly products, gifts, and plants on offer. Visit Gathering Ground to see what they offer.
Ocho
Ocho is just a short walk from the city centre situated on the banks of Speirs Wharf Canal. Using fresh, local produce, the menu changes seasonally. Follow Ocho on Instagram to see their menu.
Dandelion Café
If you are spending a day in the southside, stop off at Dandelion Café to refuel. Offering light bites, brunch and cakes, everything is prepared using local produce and ingredients showcasing local flavours. Visit Dandelion Cafe's Facebook for updates.
Cafés for coffee lovers
Café Zennor
Alongside their speciality coffees, Café Zennor also serves breakfast and lunch from grilled cheese, avocado on toast to sandwich selections. Choose from locations in both the east end and southside. For more details, visit Zennor Coffee.
Ottoman Coffee House
Founded by two siblings, Ottoman Coffeehouse is the ideal place to go after a long day to relax and have great coffee. They are one of the first speciality Turkish Coffeehouses in the UK, preparing coffee as it was in 1554. To learn more about the story and to see the menu, visit Ottoman Coffee House.
Thomson's
Close to the iconic Barrowland Ballroom and Barras market, Thomson's is a coffee-lovers dream. They serve a range of their own artisan blends whilst showcasing guest roasters from around the world. Visit Thomson's to find out more.
Papercup Coffee Company
A great place to go if you love coffee which is roasted by their highly skilled baristas. The Papercup Coffee Company has a limited menu, with a focus on ethical and sustainable ingredients such as organic meats, and fresh farm eggs. Visit Papercup Coffee for more details.
Late night cafés
Spill the Beans
Open until 8pm Monday to Friday, Spill the Beans offers homemade pizzas, sandwiches, soups as well as coffee, cakes, smoothies, and juices. No need to book and they are dog-friendly. Visit Spill the Beans on Facebook for more information.
Tinderbox
Offering a selection of coffee and cakes from crispy cannoli's to chocolate drizzled stroopwafel. Their branches on Byres Road and Ingram Street are open until 8pm. Visit Tinderbox to learn more.
Offshore
Offshore is a no-fuss coffee shop within the west end. They serve a range of vegan, vegetarian and meaty sandwiches to suit all tastes as well as coffee and cold drinks. Open 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm. Visit Offshore's Instagram for latest updates.
Sexy Coffee
Take away or sit-in and relax in Sexy Coffee’s marble designed café. Their menu features collagen protein coffees, as well as cakes, sandwiches and cocktails. Open 7 days a week until 11pm. For more details, visit Sexy Coffee.
Koko House
Known for their matcha souffle pancakes and bubble tea, Koko House in Shawlands is open everyday from 11am to 9.30pm. To keep updated, follow Koko House on Instagram.
Café Fame
An Italian-style café serving classics such as pizzas, paninis, and salads. Ideal if you are looking for a relaxing coffee or a meal in a stylish art deco setting. Find out more at Café Fame's Instagram.
Article last updated: November 2025
