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Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow, Glasgow, SCT

Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow

4.3
4.3
2533 Reviews
£25 and under
American
Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow is located in the heart of Glasgow's historic Style Mile in the restored, renaissance-inspired Athenaeum Theatre. Established in 1893, this striking theatre has musical history of its own: originally a music school, it later became the home to the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama. With historic musical memorabilia gracing every wall, Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow fits right into the historic charm of the area and honors the history of the Athenaeum Theatre.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 51 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    0141 353 8790
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our fantastic menu is freshly prepared on the premises. The Hard Rock Cafe menu stays true to form, with American-style smokehouse specialties such as the hickory-smoked ribs topping the list, along with the local legendary burger, which is unique to each branch. Alcoholic twisted shakes and hot fudge brownies are favourites for pudding.
  • Private party facilities
    There is more to Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow than fantastic food. We are also a full-service event planning venue for all type of private events from birthday parties to business meetings and everything in between. Forget boring business meetings and lame after parties – Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow will make your next event truly special.
  • Private party contact
    Lauren McKenzie: 0141 353 8790
  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Next to Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station and one minute to Glasgow Queen Street Railway Station.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,533 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Child-friendly

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Hot spot

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Lively

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Most Booked

  • Glasgow

    Child-friendly

  • Glasgow

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Glasgow

    Hot spot

  • Glasgow

    Lively

  • Glasgow

    Most Booked

2,533 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love to visit a Hard Rock Cafe, as I like to collect the hurricane glasses. The food was good, cocktails were lovely. The staff were all really friendly and helpful. The memorabilia here wasn’t as good as others. I like to look at the items on display. Really pleased to say I’ve now been to the HRC Glasgow!

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  2. KerrieB

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic time in hard rock last night. Food was good, but the cocktails were fantastic well what I can remember. 2 cocktails and I was drunk. The server Jill was lovely

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  3. DewaldB

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food would definitely go again, my food was tasty and filling and everyone else food that I saw going past me look just as good

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  4. JohnG

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent as always and reasonably priced for city centre eatery. Service was good, staff were helpful and quick to respond. Good atmosphere and able to hold a good conversation as the background music wasn’t overly loud.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Glasgow

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Pina colada cocktail not on the menu, our waiter did make them for us but I would never of ordered them if I knew the price, very put off from using the Hard Rock again.

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  6. SamuelB

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for my partners birthday meal, service was amazing and felt very welcome, we wasn't rushed and even thou had the table for 1.5 hours was there much longer. Food was well priced for the quality. Would definitely recommend for a nice meal out.

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded 2 days ago

    Hi Samuel, Than you for a great 5 star review! Glad you enjoyed your visit with us. See you next time! Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Glasgow

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Staff were lovely they couldn’t have been friendlier but unfortunately we were disappointed in the quality of some of the food. It had obviously been sitting for a while - the pasta was dry and the cheese had melted into the burgers and gone dry. I don’t mind paying high prices if the quality of the food is good but I no longer feel this is the case here. Sorry - I really wanted to give a great review. I would recommend to friends for the Hard Rock experience but not for the food or value for money.

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  8. StuartF

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    A really poor experience. Food took about 80- 90 minutes to come out. Felt like our order was forgotten about. When it did arrive there were items missing and the quality was poor. Salmon was overcooked, fajitas were bland and chicken was dry. The bill was adjusted to reflect the service but won't go back.

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  9. LynseyP

    Glasgow

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Service was friendly, if a touch on the slower side. My server did bring wet wipes, extra napkins and a bowl to help me which was gratefully received. But I did put down a special request on my booking which wasn't brought up at all, even to say it couldn't be accommodated. I had a fine time but not a great time.

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  10. PamC

    Buckinghamshire

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Our servers were great but we ordered behind a table of 15 so mains were a bit slow. Waitress kept us informed.

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  11. Josh

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were down in Glasgow for the day starting our Christmas shopping and fancied having dinner before getting the train back home. We tried booking online but they only had really late bookings due to it being a Saturday, luckily one appeared later on in the afternoon for 7pm so highly recommend booking ahead of time. Hard Rock Glasgow is located in the heart of the city on Buchanan Street, it's a rock themed restaurant with musical memorabilia dotted throughout. It had been a while since my last visit but the restaurant hasn't changed at all, still really clean, tidy and tunefully modern. Our waitress Kelly was superb, so friendly, bubbly and definitely the life and soul of the place. They have a great menu full of all your favourites but the pricing is quite high end but it is worth it for the experience and the quality of food. We had the Nachos to start which left us speechless, honestly the best we have had in a while, instead of the usual burgers/ribs we went rogue and tried some chicken/macaroni dishes which were served in no time at all, roasting hot and tasting delicious. If you are looking for somewhere to eat in Glasgow or want to celebrate a special occasion. Hard Rock is definitely the place, you can even increase your bill on the way out and visit the merchandise shop... who needs desert anyway!

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded 2 days ago

    Hi Josh, Thank you for taking the time to write an amazing review! Really lad you enjoyed your time with us and hopefully see you the next time you are in town! We will be sharing your lovely comments with the team. Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  12. LyndsayD

    Ayrshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service, staff and atmosphere as always.

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  13. LauraB

    Glasgow

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience3
    Booking was for 5.30pm. Had to wait on a table. From finally getting a table at 5.50pm till dinner was served it was nearly 7.30pm. But the staff couldn't have been more apologetic about it. Food was nice, but not worth the wait or the price tag.

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  14. PaulaM

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the best night celebrating my partners birthday. Cocktails fabulous and the staff were superb. On the bar dancing to YMCA. Made my night. Will definitely be back

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  15. Maureenp

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and great atmosphere. Highly recommend the cocktails.

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  16. Emmp

    Dunbartonshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All of the staff were amazing at helping keep the extra guests a surprise from my husband for his birthday. The person greeting us gave an excuse as to why we were at a bigger table, made sure I was ready for the extra guests to be led over which meant the surprise went so well. The server Sammie was excellent. So friendly and helpful. Loved it when she embarrassed my husband by having him stand up while everyone sang happy birthday to him (without being asked by me to do anything like this). Food was excellent and came out quickly considering there was 9 of us.

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  17. AngelaC

    London

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience1
    4 kids meals 2 were overcooked chicken tenders. 1 was the Messi cheeseburger and fries 1 was Macaroni cheese and fries with garlic bread this one was the only one worth the price. 2 adult meals both 2 sides of Macaroni and 2 sides fries. I asked for the Macaroni to be the same as the kids Macaroni nothing in it ,it came with peppers so got sent back, also the fries were luke warm.4 kids drinks 1 Coke 1 cocktail bill came to £ 96.00 for what we got we could have went elsewhere and got the same for less

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  18. DAC58

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the time we arrived until we left the person serving us made sure we had everything we needed and that out food and drinks were up to standard. A nice wee bit of chat and banter was appreciated by our party of four

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  19. LorraineC

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good food, great service and nice atmosphere, was with a mixed group, kids and adults, would highly recommend.

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  20. LauraM

    Amsterdam

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Lovely meal but service not amazing not offered refill and waited a while to be noticed we had finished meal etc

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  21. JessicaC

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The staff were great with our little one and were very accommodating with our pram

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 27 November 2023

    Thank you Jessica for your review! Really glad you enjoyed your visit with us. Hopefully see you again soon :) Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  22. DianeM

    Glasgow

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Very disappointed with the food. Main course was cold, had to send it back. Ribs where so dry couldnt get meat off them! The side order of mash potato was also cold. The server was lovely but did not understand what i was requesting. Making a mistake in our dessert order, meaning i had to pay for double what i requested. I feel the price did not justify the food. Will not be back.

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  23. KathM

    Perthshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Noisy and bustling on a Saturday early evening. Great service which was efficient but not rushed. Burgers were fine but £17-20.

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 21 November 2023

    Hi athM, Thanks for your feedback after your recent visit. Team at Hard Rock Cfae Glasgow

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  24. MrTony

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and staff. Good environment to enjoy a meal. Highly recommend

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 21 November 2023

    Hi MrTony, Thanks for your lovely comments and for the 5 stars! We will pass these on to the team and hope to see you in the near future. Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow

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  25. TraceyMc

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! Service was great, food was lovely and the atmosphere was relaxed. It was my Sons birthday and they embarrassed him just enough to make it fun and entertaining! My favourite Hard Rock so far. Thank you to all of the staff

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  26. Rottie02

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our lunch as usual was lovely, it was really busy and was told the kitchen was slow with the orders, however it wasn't, our server was hannah, very welcoming and helpful, and her colleague dad John was hilarious, if we could be served with this duo all the time, we would be back every week . X

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  27. Sarah

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Regularly go to Hard Rock Cafe and very disappointed. The food was very poor. We had chicken wings which we sent back, they were tiny with no chicken on them, they then brought back the same portion and said that is how they are. Even the waitress said they didn’t look great and not how they usually are. We were squashed in a table with a pram. I had notes on my booking we had a 2 week old baby so needed space for a pram but the table they had reserved didn’t have any space. Was asked 3x if the baby could sit in a high chair rather than the pram - he is 2 weeks old so obviously couldn’t. Overall, expensive meal for very average food and service. Disappointed overall.

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  28. Nicola

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food was delicious and very friendly staff

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 21 November 2023

    Hi Nicola, Thanks for the lovely comments, we're so glad you enjoyed your visit. Be sure to visit us again soon, Regards, Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow

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  29. StephenM

    Glasgow

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Eat here several times before and no issues. Wrong items came this time, had to wait another 10 mins to get correct order on top of lengthy wait already.

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  30. LorraineM

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love going here for the chicken nachos. Great atmosphere. Staff are very attentive.

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 21 November 2023

    Hi Lorraine, We are happy to hear you enjoyed your recent visit. We will be sure to share your feedback with the team and look forward to welcoming you back soon! You Rock! Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow

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  31. goodburger

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    lovely atmosphere and the food is great. Simple to book a reservation

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 21 November 2023

    Hi, thanks so much for the 5 star review! We hope o welcome you back soon Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  32. wendys

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jill our waitress was so enthusiastic regarding menu she kept us well informed of all options

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  33. ChrisS

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a quick work dinner with colleagues and we had a friendly welcome, good server and food was pretty quick. All were happy with everything and we had a good evening.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Typical hard rock decor. Good value food. Eclectic servers. Way too noisy

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  35. GaryI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the minute we arrived staff made me and my sons very welcome and included our servers were spot on and and very friendly

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 13 November 2023

    Hi Gary, Glad you and your some enjoyed your time with us and were well looked after by our staff. Thank you for the 5 stars and see you next time! Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  36. Lesley

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and amazing cocktails Great place to visit with a good atmosphere

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 13 November 2023

    Hi Lesley, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your visit with us and for the 5 STARS!! ! Glad to hear you had a great time. See you next time :) Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  37. TheoN

    Birmingham

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Huge compliments to JILL who was our waitress. Absolutely brilliant service, checking with us all the time with updates on the order and whether we were happy etc. The food itself was flawless as well, I'd say easily one of my favourite burgers I've ever had (better than Five Guys, handmade burger Company etc) and to get glasses because we bought a certain cocktail was just the cherry on top of the experience. RECOMMENDED!

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 12 November 2023

    Thank you Theo for such a great review! I'll share your comments with Jill - She will be thrilled! Glad you had an amazing time. See you on your next visit. Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  38. JohnMc

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The specialty Glasgow Burger (with haggis) was to die for! 😋 Service was 5 stars too! 👍🏻

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 10 November 2023

    Thanks for the 5 STARS JohnMc. And delighted to hear you loved our Haggis Burger. See you next time! Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  39. AngelaG

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent food and drinks.. service was fab too. cocktails are amazing!

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 7 November 2023

    Hi Angela, Thank you for an amazing review. Glad you enjoyed your visit with us! See you next time. Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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  40. Dino

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Fajitas great and dessert was huge. Family enjoyed their first visit and we will come again.Staff friendly and very helpful.

    Hard Rock Cafe - GlasgowResponded on 7 November 2023

    Hi Dino, Thank you for an awesome review. See you next time! Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow Team

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waiting staff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow using the Order Online button. Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow also offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0141 353 8790.

Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow is rated 4.3 stars by 2533 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 51 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hard Rock Cafe - Glasgow

179 Buchanan Street, Glasgow, SCT G1 2JZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Next to Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station and one minute to Glasgow Queen Street Railway Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    0141 353 8790
  • Catering
    Our fantastic menu is freshly prepared on the premises. The Hard Rock Cafe menu stays true to form, with American-style smokehouse specialties such as the hickory-smoked ribs topping the list, along with the local legendary burger, which is unique to each branch. Alcoholic twisted shakes and hot fudge brownies are favourites for pudding.
  • Private party facilities
    There is more to Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow than fantastic food. We are also a full-service event planning venue for all type of private events from birthday parties to business meetings and everything in between. Forget boring business meetings and lame after parties – Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow will make your next event truly special.
  • Private party contact
    Lauren McKenzie: 0141 353 8790
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