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Glasgow
City Centre
Red Onion
Red Onion Reviews

Red Onion

Gourmet, British, European, Scottish

Dishes priced around£18

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Reviews of Red Onion (2,750)

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5.4/6

2,750 reviews

5.4/6

2,750 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Not good "
2/6
GEORGE M.6 years ago · 1 review

Sadly disappointing, ...having booked a table for four, we were squeezed into a table, next to the front door on a cold and windy November night. while tables at the rear and upstairs were empty. The starters were thoroughly enjoyed by all. The vegetables with the duck dishes were bland and the overall meals were small although the duck was delicious. The two persons having the fish goujons thought the fish dry and the overall dish poor. Didn't stay for dessert. Left hungry.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stuart M.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Excellent food and service. The ambience of the restaurants was just right and the roaring fire was very welcome coming in from a cold November day. Will be back.

"Very good"
5/6
Lynn M.6 years ago · 1 review

Nicer than it looks in the photos. Delicious food with polite and helpful service. Service seemed a little slow but much prefer that to being rushed. Would definitely go back

"Excellent"
6/6
Alison S.6 years ago · 1 review

A very good Sunday lunch for four. Good service, lovely food, with varied choice for vegetarian. I enjoyed the avocado salad starter and wild mushroom risotto...both to be recommended. Very reasonably priced.

"Excellent"
6/6
Muriel M.6 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food and lovely place to eat. The service was very good. Would definitely go back. Lunch menu very good value. Had the chicken salad and ribeye steak. Both excellent.

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul H.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Fantastic food. Great service. Brilliant gluten free options. Best restaurant we have been to Glasgow. Would definately recommend for anyone who is Coeliac. We will certainly go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lynne D.6 years ago · 1 review

This is a lovely restaurant. The choice of food is excellent and tastes delicious. Reasonable priced pre-theatre menu. The service was excellent. Will return again

"Very good"
5/6
Fiona D.6 years ago · 1 review

Food lovely. Don't understand tho why same menu is more expensive at weekends. Service was a little erratic but it was busy. Bread & water at table would be a welcome addition.

"Very good"
5/6
Colin C.6 years ago · 1 review

We had the pre-theatre menu which was very reasonably priced for two courses. The quantity of food was just right and the quality was superb. Service was attentive and friendly. I thoroughly recommend it.

"Excellent"
6/6
Valerie R.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent service and excellent food. Nice environment and a good situation close to the shops. I would recommend the restaurant to my friends and family.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen M.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent meal as always and Theatre meal was very reasonably priced. When in Glasgow will always pay a visit when can. Highly recommend this restaurant to any who visit Glasgow

"Excellent"
6/6
Maria H.6 years ago · 3 reviews

This is my fifth time going to Red Onion for lunch is the last two months and I love it. The menu changes daily and there is always a friendly warm welcome to this cosy Scottish restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elizabeth M.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was great. The service efficient and wait staff courteous. Atmosohere cosy. Good choices on pre theatre menu. Would definitely go again. Close for theatre royal.

"Excellent"
6/6
Fiona M.6 years ago · 4 reviews

Fabulous food, fantastic staff and wonderful atmosphere. Super place to eat! Went with friends for lunch and we all had a great time. Value for money!

"Very good"
5/6
Lynne W.6 years ago · 2 reviews

While always enjoy the set menu at Red Onion, surely it must be time for a change? Very busy and felt slightly short-staffed. Our wine order was forgotten and although we hadn’t complained, they didn’t charge for our desserts in recompense which was a nice gesture.

"Very good"
5/6
David L.6 years ago · 1 review

Nice setting. Great food. Like to have had a choice of table. None offered. Placed at the draughty door when others were free. Still enjoyed it though.

"Excellent"
6/6
Joe F.6 years ago · 1 review

Very pleasant atmosphere: great attention and service by waiting staff. Then there is the food - all of it from the starter to the dessert was one of the best we had ever experienced. Well prepared and presented. The final "icing on the cake" was, of course, the taste experience - wow! We will be coming back and have already recommended the Red Onion to friends and family.

"Excellent"
6/6
Gemma J.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food and great service. Excellent selection for gluten free! Can’t fault. Lovely atmosphere and I lived my steak frites and goats cheese starter. Definitely be back.

"Very good"
5/6
angie o.6 years ago · 6 reviews

4 of us dined, great experience. Food and service superb.. Have been before and will definitely go back. Prefer to sit downstairs...

"Excellent"
6/6
nicola l.6 years ago · 5 reviews

Wonderful...amazing food, lovely atmosphere and excellent value for money. Will definitely return!

"Average"
3/6
Dai V.6 years ago · 4 reviews

Sadly, the experience was not as good as before. The service was excellent, but the soup was thin and the fishcake was far too salty. However, the ambience was as good as ever I'm happy to say.

"Very good"
5/6
Jane B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

The food was great & the service excellent. Only thing I would change is that my friend’s vegan menu cost £3 more than my non vegan one, seems unfair!

"Excellent"
6/6
Maria H.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Food and service fabulous as always! Great value for money with their lunchtime special- two courses for £9.95 and 3 courses for £13.95 and the food is amazing!

"Very good"
5/6
Fiona B.6 years ago · 1 review

Had a lovely pre theatre meal. There was 3 of us each had a different meal and everyone was very happy with theirs . Service was excellent 😀

"Very good"
5/6
David B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Most enjoyable mealTrio of Scottish Bon bons as a starter was interesting and very good - 3 different tastes/dishes in one. The main of monkfish was well cooked although perhaps a little spicy for me but that's just personal taste. Really enjoyed the fruit crumble. The house red was most acceptable. Service was efficient and pleasant throughout. All in all, an excellent lunch

"Excellent"
6/6
Carol D.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Very good choices on lunch menu. Meal and presentation excellent, staff very attentive, overall very pleased. Will most certainly return. Would absolutely recommend to friends.

"Very good"
5/6
Isabel C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great service and food Value for moneyThis is my 4th time dining at the red onion Never been disappointed Lovely cosy decor Would recommend to friends and family x

"Excellent"
6/6
Lynsey R.6 years ago · 1 review

They were amazing. We were already 15 minutes late due to horrendous traffic and only had 1 hour before our concert started. We mentioned this to them and they made sure everything was timed to perfection. Couldn't have asked for any better. Thank you.

"Excellent"
6/6
Euan R.6 years ago · 1 review

Very very good. Great food - really good menu with lots of choice. Really nice atmosphere with a roaring fire. Staff all very friendly. Would highly recommend.

"Average"
3/6
Robert M.6 years ago · 1 review

To be honest I expected a lot better from what i had previously been told about the place. Pretty standard food and a bit bland.

"Good"
4/6
Anne C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

One of my favourite places to eat in Glasgow. Friday night was busy, of course, but things started off well and we ordered from the set menu. Decided on the strip steak which wasn’t really strips and very gristly. No one approached to ask how we were doing this time, and it took a while to get the dessert menu. First time we’ve been disappointed here, so maybe a blip. We love the atmosphere, so hope to be back, nevertheless.

"Very good"
5/6
B M.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely atmosphere and great choice on the set lunch menu. Beautiful seasonal flowers. Good city centre location and convenient for parking. Will be going again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandra M.6 years ago · 1 review

Relaxing atmosphere and very efficient service, food was delicious and perfectly balanced portions. The white wine was a bit of a let down though for£20, I expected better. The bee made from the red onion owner was fabulous!

"Very good"
5/6
Tony S.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Well worth a visit. Great food and quick service close to City Centre. Set menu offers good choice and great value. We'll be back again I'm sure.

"Very good"
5/6
Bobbie O.6 years ago · 5 reviews

Great restaurant, the food is lovely and very well presented. The staff are friendly and the restaurant has a great ambiance and atmosphere. Foid for all occasions especially date night. The vegan is outstanding!

"Excellent"
6/6
Valerie A.6 years ago · 14 reviews

Took my mum for lunch and we both had different things and everything was delicious

"Excellent"
6/6
Margaret J.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent food and service great value. I’ve eaten in this restaurant many times and the food has never disappointed me. Good value foo although wine is quite expensive.

"Excellent"
6/6
Claire T.6 years ago · 1 review

Food was devine and catered for my gluten free needs with a separate gluten free menu. Pre theatre menu great value. Quick and friendly service. Beautiful, highly recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Dorothy S.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely atmospheric restaurant. Separate three course Vegan menu which was a joy to behold. Terrific fresh food served by friendly attentive staff. Need to book ahead. Will definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
CALUM C.6 years ago · 1 review

Great menu for my wife who is gluten intolerant, staff were friendly, polite and knowledgeable of dietary requirements. Food was delicious and well presented. Overall a very nice experience and would definitely use again upon my next visit to Glasgow.

"Very good"
5/6
Tony S.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Excellent menu choice and the chosen meals were delicious, served quickly and piping hot. The set menu was very good value. Attentive service. I wished I had time and space for a dessert!

"Very good"
5/6
Chris C.6 years ago · 1 review

This is a classy but casual restaurant with lively patrons, good energy and outstanding food. Waiter prompt but ho hum. We would definitely go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jacqueline R.6 years ago · 1 review

Delicious meal, good service, good menu. Always a great option for lunch or dinner. Very reasonable prices for both food and drinks. Lovely atmosphere. Will be back.

"Very good"
5/6
Fiona M.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely restaurant with excellent gluten free menu. House wine very nice too. Staff were very accommodating Especially since one of our party was running late. Will visit again.

"Very good"
5/6
Craig D.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Some very tasty - although modest - courses on the tasting menu at 5pm on a Friday. Lovely atmosphere and set up in the restaurant. Had the matching wines and had to remind waitress about the last one, but service was very friendly and efficient generally. Would be back, but perhaps for a la carte.

"Excellent"
6/6
James P.6 years ago · 5 reviews

The booking was for my colleagues. The meal was excellent as was the service and at a very reasonable price. I would certainly book here again.

"Not good "
2/6
Elaine M.6 years ago · 1 review

Sent back monkfish as felt was over cooked and dry. Maitre de came to tell us that we could choose something else but he knew it was ‘perfectly cooked’. Very grudges service after that. Waited another 30 minutes plus for rare steak to arrive. No apology.

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan Y.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent restaurant great food staff extremely attentive. We were celebrating friends engagement and the owner came over and spoke to us all and sent the happy couple a glass of prosecco.

"Good"
4/6
Sara B.6 years ago · 1 review

Nice restaurant, good service, food was nice, I had monk fish which was lovely - my fellow guests enjoyed their food also, just bit disappointed with the skinny fries.

"Excellent"
6/6
Steven B.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service in lovely surroundings. The steak was delicious - and having a 3 course vegan menu made all the difference as no one felt left out.

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