The Duke's Umbrella

Pub food, taken seriously

The menu sticks to familiar pub dishes but treats the ingredients as the star, with simple, uncluttered presentation. It is a good fit when you want a proper sit-down meal without the formality of a restaurant. It suits couples and small groups as much as anyone wanting a reliable pub meal before a gig or a train. Development chef John Molloy describes the ingredient as the hero of each dish.

At the bar

Drinks run from real ales to fine wines and house cocktails. The interior has a rustic, artisan feel. The pub also hosts events, so check its what's on page if you are planning an evening there. It is equally good for a pint and a catch-up as for a full meal, and the cocktail list gives it an edge over a standard city-centre pub. Booking is sensible at weekends.

Location

Argyle Street at James Watt Street is on the western side of the city centre, a short walk from Central Station and the Broomielaw riverside. Several hotels are within a few minutes, including Radisson Blu and Motel One, which makes it an easy first-night dinner spot. The Smokin' Fox is close by if you want to continue the evening somewhere else.

Highlights

• Gastropub classics with a fine-dining twist
• Real ales, fine wines and signature cocktails
• Opened in 2021 by the team behind Glaschu
• Close to Central Station and city-centre hotels

Good to know

• Reservations can be made through the pub's website.
• Check the events page for what's on before you go.

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