Glasgow's quirkiest cafes and eateries to try this weekend

The city is well-known for its wide variety of cafes and eateries with areas across Glasgow boasting some of the country's most unique experiences.

From vintage cafes to quaint tearooms, there is something for all tastes.

Glasgow's 7 quirkiest cafes and restaurants to try this weekend

(Tripadvisor) The University Cafe offers a unique retro experience for those wanting ice cream on a warm day (Image: Tripadvisor)

Here are the 7 best 'off the beaten track' cafes and restaurants to try in Glasgow:

The Hidden Lane Tearoom

For something a stone's throw away from town, try The Hidden Lane Tearoom in Finnieston.

The cafe is renowned for its quirky theme with tea and cakes served on vintage china and traditional posters and bunting adorning the venue.

Location: 1103 Argyle Street, G3 8ND

The University Cafe 

Continuing the vintage theme, The University Cafe on the West End's Byres Road has been a uni student staple for years.

The cafe has comfortable booth seats and serves the classic Scottish fry-up as well as homemade ice cream for those on the go during a nice day.

The University Cafe has been praised on Tripadvisor with reviews giving it a 4.5/5.

One user said: "The ice cream cone out front got me. Two pounds, 70 pence. Homemade, three flavours, and the vanilla was wonderful. This was a short walk from the Kelvingrove Museum. I bet meals are good too."

Location: 87 Byres Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G11 5HN

Cafe Wander

Located in the heart of the city centre, Cafe Wander is a quaint venue that provides a rather homely atmosphere with comfort foods and drinks like hot chocolate sold.

Location: 110 W George St, Glasgow G2 1QJ

(Tripadvisor) The Art Lovers Cafe offers an upmarket dining experience in a beautiful Mackintosh inspired house (Image: Tripadvisor)

Cafe Go-Go

Cafe Go-Go is the perfect spot for when the sun is out as the venue boasts a large outdoor seating area on the cobbled road of Cresswell Lane.

This cafe has everything you could want for a quick bite to eat. Whether you want a square sausage or bacon and pancakes, you're sure to find something you like.

Given a 3.5/5, the cafe was praised on Tripadvisor for its homemade soups with one user adding: "After a long time away we called into our favourite wee bistro in the West End. You always get a lovely welcome from the staff and as always their carrot coriander and coconut soup was delish."

Location: 16 Cresswell Ln, Hillhead, Glasgow G12 8AA

BAM Glasgow

BAM Glasgow is an independently-owned vintage coffee shop in the Southside that serves baked goods and curates some of the best vintage items.

If you're wanting to grab a quick cuppa while surfing through some of the best clothes from the past then this venue is for you.

Location: 44 Nithsdale Rd, Glasgow G41 2AN

(Tripadvisor) Kothel offers a piece of nature in the heart of the city (Image: Tripadvisor)

Art Lovers Cafe

For a taste of history as well as coffee, check out the Art Lovers Cafe in Bellahouston Park.

The cafe is located in a Mackintosh-inspired house and uses fresh ingredients from local suppliers to create its menu.

Open 7 days a week from 10 am, the eatery offers afternoon tea for those wanting to unwind at the weekend.

One customer said on Tripadvisor: "A lovely atmosphere in the dining room. Attentive staff who also gave you enough time with the menu, didn’t feel rushed. Table was cleared without being intrusive. Just the right amount of chat/banter. Food was beautifully presented and tasted delicious- great job from the kitchen."

Location: House for an Art Lover, 10 Dumbreck Rd, Bellahouston, Glasgow G41 5BW

Kothel, Crow Road

Located in Broomhill, the Kothel Cafe has an overgrown feel with trees and vines sprouting throughout the venue.

The cafe offers a little bit of the jungle in the heart of the city while allowing Glaswegians the chance to enjoy a coffee and a meal indoors and outdoors (depending on the weather).

Location: 300 Crow Rd, Glasgow G11 7HS