Glasgow: officially voted the ‘world’s friendliest city’ by the Rough Guides Community. Although the city is well known for it’s deep-fried cuisines, with anything from mars bars to haggis being coated in batter, it’s also a bustling hub for world foods. Whatever your taste, there’s something for you, and with the city being so compact, it’s easy to navigate your way to the best student spots to eat.
Vodka Wodka
31-35 Ashton Lane
Simple, cheap, and lots of booze. The food at Vodka Wodka consists of light bite sandwiches, pizza and burgers –all meals are under £10, and there’s a drinks menu of over 30 cocktails, with the cheapest starting at £3.50. It’s a great place to start a night out by having a meal with friends and getting merry, all without breaking the bank. There’s also a beer garden for you to waste away the hours and catch some sun on those rare brighter days.
Stereo Café & Bar
22-28 Renfield Lane
A vegan café with a broad menu that is low-cost. As well as being vegan, the waiters can recommend other food specific dietary requirements, such as gluten-free. Stereo doubles up as a late-night bar, club and gig venue. Check out their website for listings of upcoming events.
Taco Mazama
6 Renfield Street, 263 Byres Road, Level Three in University of Strathclyde Students Union
A build-your-own burrito bar, with prices starting at £5 depending on how hungry you are. Customers can pick and choose their style of wrap, contents, and size. This place is really good for lunch on-the-go and with Taco Mazama being a Scottish chain with a branch in Stratcylde union, it’s definitely a favourite for students.
Hanoi Bike Shop
Specialising in street food and pho, Hanoi Bike Shop goes the extra mile to make your food super tasty – by going as far as making their own tofu. Feeding your oriental cravings, this menu has something for everyone, whether you’re wanting to stick to trusty favourites like chicken noodle soup, or trying something a little more adventurous such as monkfish cheek and tomato hotpot. Their menu is available for both eat in or takeaway.
BRGR
526 Great Western Road
Close to the University of Glasgow, BRGR is a trusty student favourite serving American food. Thick shakes, burgers, chicken, halloumi, and sweet potato fries, with vegetarian options also available. Burgers and chicken options start at the standard price of £4 on a weekday and £5 on a weekend, with various sides and extras available to build your meal.
Malaga Tapas
213-215 St. Andrew’s Road
The place to go for the best lunchtime offer, with three tapas dishes for just £6.95. Malaga Tapas offers a true taste of Spain with plenty of meat and fish dishes to try, but all produce is organic, fresh and locally sourced. Takeaway option is also available for those wanting to indulge at home.
BY SARAH BAXTER
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