Hillhead Bookclub is a bar and restaurant at 17 Vinicombe Street in Glasgow’s West End. Launched in 2010, it combines an informal dining room with cocktails, games, music and a changing programme of events. The spacious setting is suited to casual lunches, weekend gatherings and evenings that continue beyond the meal.
The kitchen serves hearty, home cooked food with playful twists. Brunch runs from Friday to Sunday, while the main selection covers small plates, burgers, loaded fries and larger dishes designed for relaxed social eating. Desserts and weekend specials round out a menu that moves comfortably from a quick bite to a full meal.
Separate vegan and low gluten menus provide substantial choices, and there is a dedicated menu for children. The kitchen still handles gluten and other allergens in shared spaces, so diners with allergies should discuss the current options with staff. Walk ins are welcome, reservations are available, and dogs can join their owners in the venue.
Cocktails are a major part of the Bookclub experience, joined by beer, wine, spirits and alcohol free choices. DJs, quizzes and themed events give the room a livelier identity after dinner, while daytime service remains easygoing. Hillhead Bookclub works as a flexible neighbourhood meeting place where food, drinks and entertainment share equal billing.
Address: 17 Vinicombe Street, Glasgow G12 8SJ, United Kingdom
Hillhead Bookclub Menu
Small Bites
Sweet & Sticky Tempura Cauliflower
(vg) vegan
Vegetable Pakora
Spiced Chickpea Batter, Curry Mayo
Mac & Cheese Balls
Three-Cheese, Crispy Crumb
Togarashi Dusted Whitebait
Lemon, Aioli
Prawn Toast
Sweet Chilli
Corn Ribs
Paprika Butter, Parmesan
Nachos
Cheese Sauce, Jalapeños, Pico de Gallo
Koji Fried Chicken
Hen of the Woods Mushroom
Ponzu Shredded Beef
Tempura Chicken Balls
Vietnamese Caramel | Salt & Chilli
Bao Buns
ALL 9. Soft steamed buns served with pickles & sesame.
Crispy Pork Belly
Soy Glaze, Apple Slaw
Koji Fried Chicken
Spicy Kewpie Mayo
Hen of the Woods Mushroom
Miso Glaze, Crispy Onions
Halloumi
Chilli Honey, Shredded Lettuce
Mains
Panko Breaded Fish
Curry Sauce, Lemon
Just a Good Burger
Beef Patty, Cheese, House Sauce
Koji Chicken Burger
Spicy Kewpie Mayo, Shredded Lettuce
Koji Fried Chicken Waffles
Maple Glaze, Chilli Butter
Weeping Tiger Steak
Fries, Coriander, Chilli, Ponzu Dressing
Fried Noodles
Wok-fried with Vegetables & Savoury House Sauce
Koji Chicken
Lime, Chilli & Coconut Prawns
Ponzu Shredded Beef
Return of the Mac
Classic Three-cheese, Garlic Bread
Pimp it up
Chilli Crunch | Extra Cheese | Crispy Onions
Sandos
Katsu Fish
Egg Mayo
Steak
Koji Chicken
Tuna
Cheese & Chilli Crunch
Sides & Fries
Koji Fried Chicken Fries
Crispy Chicken, Spicy Kewpie Mayo, Spring Onion
Halloumi Chilli Honey Fries
Fried Halloumi, Chilli Honey
Sticky Tempura Cauliflower Fries
Sweet & Sticky Sauce, Crispy Onions
Mac & Cheese Loaded Fries
Three Cheese Sauce, Garlic Crumb
Salt & Chilli Hash Browns
Onion Rings
Puddings
Pistachio Tiramisu
Layers of Pistachio Mascarpone, Espresso-soaked Sponge, Cocoa Dust
Chocolate Cake
Rich Chocolate Sponge, Hot Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream
White Miso Sticky Toffee Pudding
Soft Date Sponge, White Miso Caramel, Clotted Cream
Rice Pudding
Chilled Clotted Creamed Rice Pudding, Berry Compote
Vegan Menu
Bao Buns
Soft Served Buns, Pickles, Sesame
Miso Glazed Mushroom, Crispy Onions
Sticky Cauliflower, Sweet Soy Glaze, Spring Onions
Sweet & Sticky Tempura Cauliflower
Sesame, Spring Onion
Vegetable Pakora
Spiced Chickpea Batter, Curry Mayo
Moving Mountains Burger
Plant Based Patty, Vegan Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Pickles, House Vegan Mayo Served with Fries
Vegan Mac & Cheese
Creamy Cashew Cheese Sauce, Crispy Onions, Chilli Crunch
Vegan Fish & Chips
Battered Plant-Based Fillet, Chips
Fried Noodles Oyster Mushroom Wok
Fried with Vegetables, Savoury House Sauce
Low Gluten Menu – Carnivore
Bang Bang Chicken Skewer
spicy, sweet, sticky, pineapple salsa
Weeping Tiger Steak
bavette, fries, chilli, coriander & lime ponzu
Chicken Caesar
fried chicken, bacon, chicken skin crunch, parmesan, burger bun croutons
Pulled Beef Poke Bowl
slow cooked pulled beef, steamed rice, tangy kimchi, pickles, miso carrots, fried egg
Grilled Chicken Poke Bowl
same game, different protein
Classic Grilled Cheese
just cheddar and melted mozzarella, served on gluten free bread
Chip Shop Mushy Peas
Pulled Beef Loaded Fries
cheese, garlic mayo
Knickerbocker Glory
vanilla bean ice cream, fresh fruits, whipped cream, sprinkles
Low Gluten Menu – The Vegan One
Grilled Halloumi Skewer
sticky, sweet and spicy, dunked in bang bang sauce & pineapple salsa pineapple salsa
Lentil Cottage Pie
homely and hearty, olive oil mash, seasonal greens
Crispy Tofu Bowl
oven baked tofu, kimchi kiss, edamame, cucumber, miso carrots, steamed rice
Classic Cheese Sandwich
served on gluten free bread
Knickerbocker Glory
vanilla bean ice cream, fresh fruits, whipped cream, sprinkles
Kids' Menu
Mozzarella Sticks
served with garlic mayo dip
Kids Soup of the Day
served with bread and butter (vg)
Nachos
topped with guacamole (vg)
Beef Burger
topped with lettuce, tomato and ketchup, served with fries (vg available)
Ham and Cheese Toastie
served with soup or fries (vg available)
Crispy Chicken Bites
served with fries and garden peas
Mac and Cheese
served with garlic bread
Ice Cream Sundae
topped with chocolate sauce, fruit and sprinkles (vg available)
Warm Chocolate Cake
served with vanilla ice cream
Doughnut
ask server for todays flavour (vg available)
Brunch
Full Scottish
Square Sausage, Bacon, Black Pudding, Haggis, Tattie Scone, Tomato, Mushroom Fried Egg, Xo Beans, Toast
Full Vegan
Square Sausage, Black Pudding, Haggis, Tattie Scone, Avocado, Mushroom, Tomato, Xo Beans, Toast
Beans on Toast
Xo Spiked Beans On Toasted Sour Dough
Avocado on Toast
Poached Eggs, Chimichurri
French Toast Fingers
Cinnamon Dusted served with a Maple Custard
Eggs Your Way
2 Eggs or Whipped Tofu With Sourdough Toast