FOOD : The Buttery, Glasgow
The Buttery restaurant in Glasgow is what I would call a true gem! Many people have heard the name, but not visited!
Established in 1856, this historic establishment exudes charm and elegance, transporting diners to a bygone era. As you step inside, you are greeted by rich mahogany panelling, flickering candlelight, and plush furnishings, setting the stage for your dining experience.
REVIEW OF THE BUTTERY, GLASGOW
Comfortable arms chairs and dimly lit nooks and crannies surround the bar. You’ll be walked through the bar area into the dining room where crisp white linen table clothes cover a multitude of various sized tables all decked with beautiful glassware awaiting the diner.
The menu at The Buttery showcases the finest in Scottish cuisine, with dishes that incorporate locally sourced ingredients and bold flavours. From succulent Aberdeen Angus beef to delicate West Coast seafood, each plate is carefully crafted to delight the senses.
Our starters were Beetroot and Fig - salt baked beetroot, roast fig, grilled courgette and marinated feta, roast walnut and honey dressing (£9.00) AND Scottish Smoked Salmon & Sea Trout with coriander and sorrel salad, dill and caper dressing (£12.00).
The combination of beetroot, roasted fig, walnuts and honey get me every time; its a flavour combination I just can’t say no too. The marinated feta came covered in a candied honey shell that really complemented the warm chalkiness of the feta. I thought the dish could do with more beetroot, it should be the star of the show!
The Salmon and Sea Trout were beautifully presented as a rose garden. The salmon and sea trout are wrapped together to create the roses which although look lovely, the individual fish looses its own flavour. A lovely dish, nonetheless.
Mains consists of Highland Venison (£30.00) Saddle of wild highland venison, sautéed savoy cabbage and black pudding, roast root vegetable gratin, gin flavoured raspberry jus AND West Coast Halibut (£32.00) Pan fried halibut, seared scallop, warm samphire, broad bean and courgette salad, parmentier potatoes, rose harissa hollandaise sauce.
The dish of Highland Venison showcased tender cuts of Scottish venison, sat in a pool of juniper berries and raspberry jus and perfectly seared to achieve a succulent and flavoursome masterpiece. I cannot recommend this dish highly enough.
The Halibut was tasty although only seared on one side with the fish tail or narrowest end of the fish fillet tucked underneath. Scallop was tender and the rose harissa did not over power this delicate dish.
Desserts were Chocolate Pecan Tart (£9.00) Dark chocolate, maple syrup and pecan tart, vanilla custard, candied ginger ice cream.
Sea Salt & Caramel Cheesecake (£10.00) Breton sable biscuit & sea salt caramel cheesecake, apple and pear spiced compote, calvados soaked golden raisins.
The desserts read wonderful on the menu and presentation is gorgeous, unfortunately the tart filling had split and the cheesecake base was almost as thick at the cheesecake filling and lacked the buttery crispness or snap of a biscuit base. The taste on both desserts were quite decadent, just the execution that was lacking slightly.
The Buttery staff are tremendous and I cannot praise them enough for their excellent service and exceptional knowledge. They really to know how to elevate the entire meal to new heights. They not only offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere, but they also possess a deep understanding of the menu, ingredients, and culinary techniques. Their expertise allows them to provide informed recommendations, offer detailed explanations, and accommodate individual dietary preferences with ease.
It was a true delight to be in the hands of serving staff that went above and beyond, effortlessly combining their expertise and hospitality to create great dining experience.
THINGS TO NOTE ABOUT THE BUTTERY
They have a free carpark right next to the restaurant
They are disabled accessible
They can cater for allergies
Most dishes can be modified for those that are Gluten Free
The Buttery, 652-654 Argyle St. Glasgow G3 8UF www.twofatladiesrestaurant.com/buttery
My Spoon Award : Silver Spoon 8/10
I was invited by The Buttery to review their menu.
Food and drink were complimentary but the views are very much my own.