The Bay Tree - Glasgow

Sharan Subramanian

We stopped by this quaint little resto for a quick bite and did so mainly because their online menu offers many vegan options.
This needs updating because there is a stark difference between the online menu and the menu in the restaurant. Lots of options marked VG (for vegan) on the online menu were not vegan when viewed on the restaurant menu.

The chef was kind enough to clarify this and gave us some options. We were a bit skeptical about what might be on offer. We opted for the Aubergine starter alongwith the dolmades (rice stuffed vine leaves) and were pleasantly surprised by the amazing flavours the dishes carried!
There was a unique blend of indo-middle eastern aromas and spices making them absolutely delicious! We didn't have enough time for a main course, but having more vegan options on the main course will definitely help.

The quantities were generous and filled us without making us feel heavy.

If you're in the vicinity and want some tasty vegan food, this is a great choice!

Kristof Valgaeren

Great food, staff and atmosphere. I got transported back to the days I visited Egypt and Istanbul. I had the Lebanese kibbeh, baklava and hibiscus tea. I'll definitely come back with friends and family.

Juliet Connor-Kearns

My friend and I were wandering around the area, cold and hungry, looking for vegan options for me, then found this restaurant online. We popped in for warm drinks first, then ordered mains. Unfortunately I can't find the menu here to give the names of the dishes and we didn't think to take photos but both meals were beautifully presented and delicious! I had a thick 'stew' with aubergines, mushrooms, broccoli and red peppers, which sat next to saffron rice, gorgeous hummus and fresh salad. My friend also had an amazing spinach dish (with couscous) that looked like an Indian Saag but had more interesting flavours than any Indian saag that I've ever had. That also came with a separate salad and hummus. For desert, I had Baclava and my friend had chocolate orange cake, which, again, were delicious and both very generous portions.
Service was excellent and, as an unexpected bonus, we had a surprisingly long, deep and meaningful conversation with the owner before other customers arrived. It was lovely to make that connection, as people rarely seem to engage with each other these days. The owner's colleague also had a very pleasant vibe.
I have only given 4* for atmosphere but this is only because I was hoping for a VERY warm and toasty refuge from the cold outside. Nevertheless, it was warmer than the previous place we'd just tried and which didn't even serve decaf coffee.
I'll be moving into the area in a few weeks, so I'll definitely be back regularly to work my way through some more tasty vegan dishes on the Bay Tree's menu and I'm sure my friend will also pop in for breakfast occasionally, if they still do it ....

Cyril Hervé

Food doesn't look, feel or taste like housemade. Fish and chips looks like it came frozen. Braised lamb shank not braised at all. Beef burger is dry and not "smokey" at all. Wouldn't recommend.

X X

We had a lovely lunch. Really interesting menu. Service was slow but our waiter advised us in advance and it really wasn’t a problem.

Цветелина Антонова

Really enjoyed my lunch there. Nice wee place, tasty and flavoured food. Hope to visit again to try their aubergine meals 😋

Yulia Anopa

Great food. Friendly service. Nice background music (quiet).

My friends and i have been there about four rimes now. We always love it!
Thank you very much!!!!

줄리Julie

The best Aubergines I ever eaten.
Not sour, tasty, tender and flavored.
Nothing else to say than Amazingly Delicious.
It made my day. Thank you