Chinaski’s is a bar and food venue at 239 North Street in Glasgow. Food, liquor and music are the three elements emphasised by the venue, creating a social setting where the bar and kitchen are equally relevant. Its understated frontage opens into a characterful space suited to informal lunches, evening meals and later drinks.
The food follows a generous pub style, with pizza, fried chicken, burgers and substantial sides providing familiar choices. Dishes are designed to work comfortably with a drink and can be combined for sharing around the table. The approach is casual and flavour led rather than structured as formal multi course dining.
Meat free choices are available within the current selection, although diners with allergies or specific dietary needs should confirm recipes and shared preparation directly with staff. The range supports both a quick plate and a more filling meal before an evening in the bar.
Liquor is a defining part of Chinaski’s identity, with cocktails, spirits, beer and wine creating plenty of alternatives around the food. Music and the intimate atmosphere give the room its own personality without distracting from the practical purpose of the menu. Chinaski’s works best for diners who value an independent bar mood and straightforward comfort food in the same place.
Address: 239 North Street, Glasgow G3 7DL, United Kingdom
Chinaskis Menu
Small Plates
Garlic King Prawns
Calabrian chilli + gremolata + sourdough [gfo]
Feta
Pomegranate + black olive + fried pitta [v]
Japanese Fried Chicken
Wasabi mayo
Baked Sweet Potato
Matbucha + chermoula yogurt [gf][vg]
Charred Tenderstem
Butter bean hummus + preserved lemon + harissa, almonds [gf][vg]
Grilled Citrus – Salmon
Greek salad + tzatziki + dill oil
Fish Tacos
Pineapple salsa + chilli + avo crema
Large Plates
Haddock
Handcuts + tartare
Mac + Cheese
Herb crumb + skin-on fries [v]
Pork Belly
Asian bbq + fennel slaw + house pickles + sticky rice
Tempeh
Asian bbq + fennel slaw + house pickles + sticky rice [vg]
Burgers
Milk bun, skin-on fries
Chinaskis
2 smash patties | monterey jack + relish [gfo]
Chinaskis Vegan
Relish + cheese [vg][gfo]
Japanese
Fried chicken, wasabi mayo, fennel slaw
Pizzas
Hand-stretched, sugo, mozzarella [all available gf]
Margherita
[v]
Pepperoni
Red onion + guindillas
Wild Mushroom
Truffle + rocket [v]
Proscuitto
Charred pineapple + jalapeños
Sun-Blush Tomatoes
Green olive + confit garlic + pesto
Sides
Skin-On Fries
[vg]
Truffle Fries
Parmesan + chilli [v]
Garlic-Herb, Parmesan Fries
[v]
Mac + Cheese
Herb crumb [v]
Handcuts
Oregano salt + aioli [v]
Desserts
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Vanilla ice cream [v]
Chocolate Brownie
Vanilla ice cream [v]
Vegan Snacks
Guindilla Chillies
[vg]
Padron Peppers
House chilli salt [vg]
House Bread
Confit tomato [vg]
Gordal Olives
[vg]
Vegan Small Plates
Baked Sweet Potato
Matbucha + chermoula yogurt [gf][vg]
Charred Tenderstem
Butter bean hummus + preserved lemon + harissa, almonds [gf][vg]
Vegan Large Plates
Tempeh
Asian bbq + fennel slaw + house pickles + sticky rice [vg]
Chinaskis Vegan Burger
House relish, cheese [vg][gfo]
Vegan Pizzas
Hand stretched, san marzano sugo + vegan mozza [all available gf]
Margherita
[vg]
Wild Mushrooms
Truffle, rocket [vg]
Charred Pineapple
Fresh jalepenos + black olive [vg]
Vegan Sides
Skin-On Fries
Truffle Fries
Mozza + chilli [vg]
Garlic-Herb
Parmesan fries [vg]
Handcuts
Oregano salt [vg]
Festive Menu
2 courses – 28, 3 courses – 32. £5 supplement for bistro rump steak.
Soup of the Day
House bread (vg/gfo)
Classic Prawn Cocktail
Avocado, baby gem (gf)
Chicken Liver Parfait
Housemade chutney, oatcakes (gfo)
Roast Turkey
Garlic & rosemary roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots & parsnips, charred sprouts, pigs in blankets (gfo)
Pan Seared Seabass
Sauteed potatoes, saffron beurre blanc, charred leeks, tenderstem (gfo)
Veggie Haggis Wellington
Mushroom duxelle, whisky cream, garlic & rosemary roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots & parsnips, charred sprouts (v, vgo)
Bistro Rump Steak
Handcut chips, greens, wild mushrooms, peppercorn sauce (served pink) £5 supp
Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding
Butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream
Panna Cotta
Berry compote (gf, vg)
Selection of Ice Cream & Fruit
(v, vgo)
Wee Cheeseboard
Selection of Scottish cheeses, chutney, oatcakes (v, gfo)