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The Glad Cafe CIC

Restaurant Cafe Bar Live music venue

Bohemian all-day cafe with evening sharing plates, plus live music, films, poetry and arts events. People often mention great, nice, friendly, atmosphere, staff, vegan,


Address

1006A Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2HG, United Kingdom

Website

www.thegladcafe.co.uk

Contact

+44 141 636 6119

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (820 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 5 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 5 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 5 pm to 12 am
  • Saturday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 11 pm
  • Monday: 5 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 5 to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (11) nice (9) friendly (8) atmosphere (6) staff (6) vegan (6)
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  • 5/5 Paul Docherty (. 2 years ago on Google
    Popped along for the first time in ages for brunch, amazing food. Had to steal some from my partners plate. Scrambled eggs on toast were great and the breads massive! Mushrooms and beans were awesome as well. Definitely worth a visit
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and great service, absolutely love it here and they have loads of events and is just a really cool business in Shawlands
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 GlesgaBhoy 7 months ago on Google
    Went to a live music event on September 1st and loved the place, it has a really nice vibe but unfortunately the evening was ruined by one a very of the rude and obnoxious man behind the bar. ( Blonde manbun & glasses) The way he spoke to a table close by who were harmlessly playing a kazoo after the gig for literally 2/3 mins was totally over the top which created a dreadful atmosphere within the bar resulting in people actually leaving. This person you employed is doing your establishment no favours and the people he insulted did very well not to react which could have created a much bigger issue considering the level of abuse they received for simply having a fun time on a Friday evening.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Russell D. 1 year ago on Google
    Dropped by after trying another cafe (which was full) and so glad we went here. The decor is cool and fun, the staff were lovely and the food was next level. Gorgeous place with great service and fantastic food. Can't wait to go back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christine C. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful place. Fantastic food, with great, friendly service. Definitely going back 🥰

  • 5/5 Ray C. 5 months ago on Google
    Didn't eat as we just popped in for a swift "sherbert". Will be finding my way back there. Really liked the atmosphere and mix of people.

  • 5/5 Alastair N. 10 months ago on Google
    Lovely vegan and gluten free options. Friendly and helpful staff and a cool place for an evening's entertainment.

  • 4/5 Julie C. 4 months ago on Google
    Very friendly, lovely atmosphere. Had the small vegan breakfast and there was plenty to fill me up!

  • 4/5 Dominika B. 7 months ago on Google
    Nice wee hidden cafe (with live gig room at the back!), offering lots of vegan options & great choice of non-alcoholic beers! Nice veggie pizza too! Food served till 9pm & opened till 11ish (I think...).

  • 5/5 Stevie H. 4 months ago on Google
    Went to see Janice Burns and John Doran gig. Xmas folk music. Very nice night and great venue for this music. They are on tour currently and worth a watch

  • 4/5 Stanley M. 1 year ago on Google
    I was there for a gig and I was driving so just had soft drink. The cafe/bar looked very nice it was busy but still felt cozy, bar staff were very nice, pleasant asked about the act I was there for.

  • 5/5 Ahmed U. 1 year ago on Google
    vegan menu, soya milk coffee was as natural as normal milk. Pancakes were superb! Perfect place for catching up with an old friend or a casual meeting

  • 5/5 Brian M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Venue. With a tasty choice of vegetarian options. The venue wad nice next door where we saw Kathreen Williams which was great.

  • 5/5 Fii D. 1 year ago on Google
    Live music excellent. Very relaxed atmosphere. Vegan food selection fabulous. Staff very accommodating, helpful and friendly.

  • 4/5 Allan 1 year ago on Google
    Love the vintage atmosphere and Vigo stock, has an other worldly feel about it - come here to enjoy a real good rummage and hung down a bargain or two

  • 5/5 Cornelius M. 1 year ago on Google
    Terrific music venue. The open mic evening was very enjoyable. A friendly and inclusive crowd.

  • 4/5 Niki M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice food, friendly service, can be a little cold in there sometimes as it's a large space and only a few heaters but overall very nice :)

  • 5/5 Bill M. 1 year ago on Google
    Pleasant place for cake and coffee. Short plant based menu also on offer. Even if you are not veggie it is a great place to meet up woth friends. Has a nice family vibe.

  • 5/5 Gavin R. 2 years ago on Google
    The Glad Cafe - it’s hard to describe how good this place is. The food was superb I don’t think I’ve tasted a Margarita Pizza in the UK that’s a nice as the one I’ve just finished. Staff exceptionally friendly and the ambience is great. Cannot recommend this place highly enough.

  • 5/5 Flora G. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved my visit to the Glad, the vibe and the staff were lovely. I would especially feel comfortable coming on my own. I’m not vegan but I had a cookie and I swear I’d never be able to tell. I look forward to going back soon.

  • 5/5 Rachel J. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited for an event. Glad cafe had super friendly staff and a good selection of beers. Will be back to try their vegan pizza...

  • 5/5 Laurynn K. 1 year ago on Google
    Genuinely a special cafe, great menu and the food is super tasty. Really big and nice inside and has a relaxed atmosphere. Makes a great brunch/dinner spot but would be cute for coffee and cakes too. Our waiter Chris was so helpful and friendly! The staff were lovely and they allow dogs which are two things I really appreciate, Will be back again and again :)


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Free water refills
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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