Fanny Trollopes is a neighbourhood bistro at 1066 Argyle Street in Glasgow’s Finnieston area. The restaurant is known for a friendly, atmospheric room and menus that change with the seasons and supplier availability. Its scale and independent character make it comfortable for both a relaxed local dinner and a more special evening.
Scottish fish and seafood are major strengths, joined by beef, lamb, poultry and game. The kitchen sources locally where possible and uses trusted suppliers that share its interest in the quality of the raw ingredient. Classical sauces and careful cooking allow each main element to remain clear, while seasonal vegetables keep the plates responsive to the time of year.
Because the menu changes regularly, vegetarian and other dietary choices are best confirmed when booking. The team is willing to prepare alternatives within the limits of the ingredients and kitchen, but guests with allergies should provide exact details before ordering. This flexibility helps the compact bistro serve mixed groups without pretending every request is automatically possible.
Wine and other drinks are selected to work with seafood, meat and richer sauces, and desserts complete the seasonal approach. The service is warm and direct, matching the lack of unnecessary formality in the room. Fanny Trollopes remains distinctive by treating excellent Scottish produce with respect while preserving the sociable ease of a local bistro.
Address: 1066 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8LY, United Kingdom
Fanny Trollopes Menu
Starters
Soup of the day
salted butter, fresh bread
Confit garlic panisse
roast tomato fondue, olive tapenade dressing (V)
Watermelon & feta salad
heirloom tomatoes, pomegranate, pumpkin seed pesto (V)
Citrus cured sea trout
blood orange & pickled rhubarb
Crispy broccoli, cheddar and spring onion fritter
red pepper emulsion (V)
Rabbit & gruyere croquette
piccalilli
Mains
Moroccan braised duck leg
carrot puree, sultana & herb cous cous, kohlrabi salad, pistachio dukka
Chicken breast with nduja
cannellini bean, sugarsnap & rocket salad, croutons, parmesan & herb dressing
Grilled cod
peperonata, king prawns, salsa verde
Slow cooked lamb kleftiko
orzo, chickpea & tomato stew, charred veg, Greek salsa, whipped feta
Fish of the day
Price: ask your server
Shallot tart tatin
cashew cream, green salad, chimichurri (V)
Burnt aubergine, sweet potato & spinach coconut curry
mint & coriander rice, toasted almonds, crispy paratha (V)
All sides
All sides 6.00
House salad
Roast potatoes with wild garlic aioli
Truffle and parmesan fries
Set Menu
£38.50 for three courses. A discretionary 10% service charge is applied to tables of five or more.
Soup of the day
sea salt butter, fresh bread
Watermelon & feta salad
heirloom tomatoes, pomegranate & pumpkin seed pesto
Grilled garlic panisse
roast tomato fondue, olive tapenade dressing
Citrus-cured sea trout
blood orange & pickled rhubarb
Slow-cooked lamb kleftiko
orzo, chickpea & tomato stew, charred vegetables, Greek salsa, whipped feta
Chicken breast with nduja
cannellini beans, sugar snap & rocket salad, croutons, parmesan & herb dressing
Burnt aubergine, sweet potato & spinach coconut curry
mint & coriander rice, toasted almonds, crispy paratha
Grilled coley
peperonata, king prawns & salsa verde
Affogato with biscotti biscuit
make it boozy?
Crushed meringue, rhubarb & passionfruit parfait
White & dark chocolate crémeux
honeycomb, raspberry compote
Fanny’s own selection of fine cheeses
homemade chutney & oatcakes (£6 supplement) (Mull cheddar, Carron Lodge smoked brie, Blue Murder, Ashlynn goat’s)
Lunch
2 courses 25 – 3 courses 30
Soup of the Day
(V)
Confit garlic panisse
roast tomato fondue, olive tapenade dressing (V)
Watermelon & feta salad
heirloom tomatoes, pomegranate, pumpkin seed pesto (V)
Crispy broccoli, cheddar and spring onion fritter
red pepper emulsion (V)
Moroccan braised duck leg
carrot purée, sultana & herb cous cous, kohlrabi salad, pistachio dukkah – £4 supplement
Chicken breast
nduja, cannellini bean, sugar snap & rocket salad, croutons, parmesan & herb dressing
Fish of the Day
Price: ask your server
Burnt aubergine, sweet potato & spinach curry
mint & coriander rice, toasted almonds, crispy paratha (V)
Sunday Roast
1 course 19.5 – 2 courses 25 – 3 courses 30
Soup of the Day
(V)
Confit garlic panisse
roast tomato fondue, olive tapenade dressing (V)
Watermelon & feta salad
heirloom tomatoes, pomegranate, pumpkin seed pesto (V)
Crispy broccoli, cheddar and spring onion fritter
red pepper emulsion (V)
32-day dry aged Aberdeen Angus silverside beef -or- Roast chicken breast
Triple-cooked roast potatoes, honey-glazed root vegetables, giant Yorkshire pudding, carrot puree, red wine jus
Fish of the Day
Price: ask your server
Burnt aubergine, sweet potato & spinach curry
mint & coriander rice, toasted almonds, crispy paratha (V)
Desserts
Affogato with our own homemade biscotti
Crushed meringue, rhubarb & passionfruit parfait
White & dark chocolate crémeux
raspberry compote, puff candy
Fanny’s own selection of cheese
homemade chilli chutney, oatcakes (Mull cheddar, Carron Lodge smoked brie, Shropshire blue, Ashlynn goat’s cheese)