In the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City, Ralph & Finns is an elegant, family-run bar and restaurant that blends modern style with classic hospitality. Created by the family behind Glasgow’s much-loved Urban Bar & Brasserie, it continues their tradition of pairing high-quality Scottish produce with warm, approachable service. The restaurant is led by head chef Kevin O’Neill, who combines excellent local ingredients with bold international flavours to create a menu of vibrant, contemporary dishes.
Starters include prawn roll with gem lettuce, guacamole, chilli and grapefruit or beef tartare with pickled shallots, while mains feature sea bream with confit tomatoes, salsa verde and smashed potato, half-roast chicken with house salad and east coast hake with fregola, garlic prawns and lobster bisque. Desserts round things off with indulgent classics such as affogato or dark chocolate mousse. Guests can also opt for the market menu, a set offering of one, two or three courses, ideal for lunch or early dinner.
Drinks play a central role here, with a late-night bar serving fine cocktails with a twist. The 22-seater marble horseshoe bar provides a dramatic focal point, where signature serves sit alongside premium wines and whiskies.The interiors, designed by award-winning director Mark Brunjes of CM Design, are eclectic and stylish. Expect textured padded walls, tropical wallpaper and an eclectic mix of velvet chairs in bold shades of cerise pink, mustard and leopard print.
Guests can choose from a range of settings: the cosy Whisky Room for a favourite dram, the bright Garden Room for relaxed dining, or the Boardroom for private gatherings. With its confident cooking, vibrant bar and versatile spaces, Ralph & Finns is a standout choice in Merchant City for breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night cocktails.