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The Gilchrist Postgraduate Club

Cafe Coffee shop

A full-service coffee shop with bold artwork & chill surroundings frequented by college students. People often mention coffee, staff, cafe, nice, good, sandwiches, Great,


Address

Gilbert Scott Building, University Ave, Glasgow G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

Website

www.gla.ac.uk

Contact

+44 141 330 5360

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (281 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 7 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 8 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (9) staff (9) cafe (8) nice (7) good (7) sandwiches (6) Great (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Clark I. 1 year ago on Google
    I was not ready for this kind of service when I first visited, but the cafe waited on me with 3 servers even wiping my mouth between bites of a very fine Huckleberry caviar, lobster and blue freshwater swimming crab sandwich. They ordered me a taxi home on completion of my meal and have bought me new socks every week since! Beat that Gregg's?
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ryan M. 2 years ago on Google
    This is my go-to place to get food on campus. It's far less noisy than the Student's Union across the way, and has a nice relaxed vibe. Staff are friendly, and always make time to talk - and they seem quite happy in their job which is always nice to see. The usual mix of cold drinks, pre made sandwiches and a limited selection of hot food is available and all quite tasty. Space is quite limited, and the canteen portion seems to be lacking sanitation stations which is a bit concerning. Other than that, I quite enjoy having my lunch in the Gilchrist.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andre S. 5 years ago on Google
    Best place for coffee (and decent range of liquors if you feel like it) in the UofG premises. It's a shame the paninis are no longer what it used to be (which was so good)! Can get very crowded at times.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Srijani B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is how they serve you whipped cream when you ask for it. The worst cafe ever visited. Cranky old staff, rude behaviour and below average service. Never setting foot in here again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bob W. 4 years ago on Google
    There with a friend, it was a lovely environment and I can't wait to get back. It has a descent menu too and plenty of seating.

  • 4/5 Stewart P. 1 year ago on Google
    The Gilchrist is a cozy cafe that's perfect for a quick lunch or catching up with friends or colleagues. They offer a great selection of food and drinks at an affordable price. The only downside is that the space is limited and it can be tough to find a seat during peak hours.

  • 5/5 Maggie F. 4 months ago on Google
    Lovely. Hadn't been before. Didn't know it existed. Cosy colourful, warm friendly staff. Extra hot drinks as requested 😋

  • 4/5 Gawayne 1 year ago on Google
    The Gilchrist does what it does very well. The staff are friendly, the soup is a great deal and other cafeteria meals are available, and the coffee is great! It can be a bit crowded though, so expect to wait in line and share a table.

  • 4/5 Shomu R. 1 year ago on Google
    A student dine in or take away cafe in the main building. A large variety of food options on offer. Clean and welcoming, hot drinks were good.

  • 4/5 Emil R. 1 year ago on Google
    Basic cafe/restaurant atmosphere Hot chocolate is what I usually buy - not the authentic type... Just the common type of hot chocolate u get around... Would rate a 6.5/10 Service was Great

  • 5/5 Graham B. 1 year ago on Google
    A really nice cafe for a great cup of latte, and sandwiches, cakes

  • 1/5 T. J. T. 2 years ago on Google
    Got charged twice on my credit cards for two large iced lattes and two fruit slices. All the staff did was ask me to check with my bank even though I showed them the real-time receipt send to my email from the POS provider and transaction in my bank APP. I would avoid this place at all costs. Update: After disputing this transaction with my bank, it appears that they have been able to track and refund this falsely charged money. However my personal ban to this cafe would not be lifted.

  • 5/5 Gary B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent value lunch, had the Lentil soup, delicious. Staff are very friendly.

  • 5/5 Margaret M. 1 year ago on Google
    During exam time, I would start my day with a coffee which I bought here each morning. Staff very pleasant coffee good. Lots of nice cakes on offer but I resisted😊

  • 5/5 Martin H. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent coffee and very reasonable prices. Wide range of preprepared sandwiches, heated sandwiches and soups. Fresh pastries and fresh fruit also available. Super space for meeting, studying or just relaxing.

  • 5/5 chris t. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing coffee and a very friendly environment. I love the atmosphere of Gilchrist Postgraduate Club.

  • 5/5 Bob W. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely Café & staff, nice food too!

  • 5/5 Charalambos K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best coffee on campus

  • 5/5 Agnes O. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place for an afternoon of procrastination. Love the recyclable cup initiative.

  • 5/5 Paul H. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderfully warm and welcoming staff, and one of the best coffees I've had in Glasgow. Staff and Postgraduate access ONLY

  • 5/5 Koah D. 4 years ago on Google
    Crowded on weekdays but silent and lovely at weekends

  • 5/5 David G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff

  • 4/5 Ally M. 5 years ago on Google
    Small cafe within the Main building of University of Glasgow. Small size means not a large choice of hot food, however the panini's are very tasty. Cold sandwiches are also available. Also has a bar. Pretty good for it's size.

  • 5/5 aruna l. 4 years ago on Google
    Yum yum Cheese Salsa Guacamole Jalapeño loaded Nachos

  • 4/5 Elle L. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place for post grads and staff of the University of Glasgow. Service is quick and the coffee is decent. Student rates . Not a lot of seating space unfortunately, bit a good place to work/study/socialise if you do manage to grab a seat. They do a variety of snacks and sandwiches as well as soup quite often.

  • 4/5 Martin G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for post grad students to meet and get a bite to eat and a coffee.

  • 5/5 Badi A. 4 years ago on Google
    It is a great place to meet with society members. GUSS

  • 5/5 Eleam T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great university atmosphere in this bar: good tea, animated chatter, large tables for work, ideally located in beautiful historical Glasgow university.

  • 5/5 Carey T Coleman J. 5 years ago on Google
    Great staff, talkative and very good service. As a PhD it is nice to meet and spend time with students in my similar demographic as an upperclass student in research. It's nice to run into our professors when I'm taking lunch or snack.

  • 4/5 Emma C. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place, bit pricey and often busy

  • 5/5 Nikolaos V. 4 years ago on Google
    If you are a stuff or pg student in Glasgow university don't bother going anywhere else. Best cappuccino with the best value around hillhead area at the time of writing


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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