Mezcal Glasgow is a Mexican restaurant at 104 Hope Street, moments from Glasgow Central station. Founded in 2019, it combines neon colour, lively music and an informal dining room with contemporary Mexican street food. Walk-ins are welcome, though busy evenings reward a reservation.
Tacos, burritos, taquitos, sopes, gorditas and quesadillas form the core of the menu. Salsas and marinades are made from scratch each day, allowing chilli, citrus, herbs and smoke to remain bright. Birria, carne asada, chicken and seafood sit alongside vegetable fillings and fresh guacamole.
Vegan dishes are part of the main selection rather than an afterthought, and sharing plates let groups explore several flavours. Lunch and midweek taco offers provide more concise ways to visit. Guests with allergies should ask the team about the latest ingredients and shared preparation before ordering.
Margaritas, tequila and the smoky agave spirit that gives the restaurant its name lead the drinks list. Modern and classic cocktails accompany beer, wine and alcohol free options, while weekend DJs increase the energy. Mezcal Glasgow pairs bold food and generous portions with the celebratory spirit of a city centre cantina.
Address: 104 Hope Street, Glasgow G2 6PH, United Kingdom
Mezcal Menu
Para La Mesa
Homemade Guacamole & Tortilla Chips
(VG)
Pico de Gallo & Tortilla Chips
(VG)
Pico Mezcal & Tortilla Chips
(VG)
Skinny Fries
(VG)
Cheesy Fries
(V)
Mexican Rice
(VG)
Oaxacan Style Beans
(VG)
Corn Ribs
(V) honey mayo ~ crispy shallots
Mezcal Chopped Salad
(V) mixed leaves ~ tomato ~ cucumber ~ red onion ~ lime leche de tigre ~ ADD chicken, steak strips or king prawn +£3.50
Frijoles Charros
bean stew ~ bacon ~ ham ~ garlic ~ onions ~ tomatoes
Pozole Rojo
chilli broth ~ hominy ~ pork ~ chillies ~ tomatillos ~ coriander
King Tiger Prawn
fresh fried prawns ~ jalapeño mayo
Quesadillas
Mexican Chicken Tinga
pulled chipotle chicken ~ onions ~ peppers ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo
Cochinita Pibil
achiote marinated pork ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo
Birria Consome
garlic marinated lamb ~ onion ~ coriander ~ cheese ~ served with consomé
Chorizo y Pollo
pulled chicken ~ chorizo ~ onions ~ peppers ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo
Pulled Beef
pulled beef ~ cheese ~ salsa verde ~ salad
Adobo-Spiced Cauliflower
(VG) cauliflower ~ cauliflower purée ~ vegan mayo
Cochinita Pibil ~ Pork Leg Taco
braised pork leg marinated in achiote seeds ~ black beans ~ pickled red onion ~ chilli habanero
Veracruz ~ Fish Taco
fresh Scottish fish ~ Mexican tempura ~ chipotle garlic mayo ~ pickled cabbage
Carne Asada ~ Beef Taco
flat iron steak ~ guacamole ~ pickled veg ~ caramelized onion ~ adobo
Carne de Res ~ Pulled Beef Taco
pulled beef ~ pickled radish ~ coriander mix ~ house sauce
Dorados ~ Fried Chicken Taco
fried chicken ~ lettuce ~ guacamole ~ pico de gallo
Taquitos
3 per portion
Pulled Chicken
Pulled Beef
Adobo-Spiced Cauliflower
(VG)
Loaded Nachos
Traditional
(V) cheese ~ pico de gallo ~ sour cream ~ guacamole
Chicken Tinga
slow cooked spiced chicken ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo ~ sour cream ~ guacamole
Con Carne
marinated beef chilli ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo ~ sour cream ~ guacamole
Carne de Res
slow cooked pulled beef ~ cheese ~ pico de gallo ~ sour cream ~ guacamole
Tacos
2 per portion
Barbacoa de Cordero ~ Lamb Taco
ancho ~ guajillo ~ oregano ~ cumin ~ garlic marinated lamb
Pollo Asado Pastore ~ Chicken Taco
achiote marinated chicken thigh ~ garlic ~ orange ~ lime
Camarones ~ King Prawn Taco
chilli & garlic king prawn ~ corn tortilla ~ guacamole ~ red cabbage ~ chipotle mayo
Pastor Tacos ~ Pork Shoulder Taco
pork shoulder cooked in dried chilli ~ pineapple juice ~ garlic ~ oregano ~ fresh pineapple
Coliflor con Adobo ~ Cauliflower Taco
(VG) adobo-spiced cauliflower ~ purée ~ coriander
Loaded Fries
Lamb Barbacoa
taco salt ~ coriander lime mayo
Chilli Beef
Mexican spice ~ nacho cheese ~ habanero mayo
Chicken Tinga
mezcal salt ~ chipotle mayo ~ coriander
Burritos
filled with beans, rice, lettuce & guac
Adobo-Spiced Cauliflower
(VG) adobo-spiced cauliflower ~ cauliflower purée ~ coriander
Chicken Tinga Burrito
pulled chicken breast ~ rice ~ beans ~ cheese ~ lettuce ~ guacamole
Steak Burrito
steak ~ rice ~ beans ~ cheese ~ lettuce ~ guacamole
Pulled Beef Burrito
pulled beef ~ rice ~ beans ~ cheese ~ lettuce ~ guacamole
Pulled Pork Burrito
pulled pork ~ rice ~ beans ~ cheese ~ lettuce ~ guacamole
Lucha Libre
any of our burritos baked in a chipotle cheese sauce, served with salad & pico
Salsa
Pico de Gallo
(VG)
Homemade Guacamole
(VG)
Pico Mezcal
(VG)
Sour Cream
(V)
Salsa de Mezcal
(V)
Lucha Libre
(V)
Lamb Consomé
Enchiladas
2 per portion, baked with salsa or chipotle
Chicken Tinga
Achiote Pulled Pork
Adobo-Spiced Cauliflower
(VG)
Lunch Menu
Available Monday-Friday 12pm-3pm. With soft drink £9.50, with alcohol (house beer, wine or frozen marg) £11.50.
Burrito
(v)(vg) Naked bowl available. Flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, lettuce, cheese, guacamole and a filling of your choice; chicken tinga, achiote pulled pork, or spinach & baby potato
Prawn Wrap and Fries
12” wrap filled with prawns, avocado, chipotle mayo, cucumber, marinated cabbage, onion, carrots and soya sauce
Beef Chilli
authentic homemade beef chilli served with Mexican rice & tortilla chips
Enchilada and Fries
(v)(vg) choice from chipotle cream or salsa, one flour wrap filled with choice of chicken tinga, pulled pork or spinach and potato, topped with cheese
Quesadilla and Fries
(v) toasted corn tortilla filled with cheese, pico & either; mushroom, chicken tinga, or achiote pulled pork (served with skinny fries)
Desserts
Toffee Tequila Caramelised Pineapple
(V) pan-caramelised pineapple, warm tequila toffee sauce & vanilla ice cream
Cinnamon Churros & Chocolate Sauce
(V) a Mezcal favourite, nothing else to say
Nutella Quesadilla
(V) sweet flour tortilla filled with Nutella, drizzled with chocolate sauce & vanilla ice cream
Tequila Toffee Pudding
(V) Mexican twist on a classic, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Ice Cream – 3 Scoops
(V) Ice Creams ~ Strawberry / Vanilla / Chocolate
Sorbets – 3 Scoops
(VG) Sorbets ~ Ask your server
Kids Menu
All £8. All kids meals are served with fries, salad and a fruit shoot.
Chicken Goujons
Fish Fingers
Kids Queso Quesadilla
cheese ~ tortilla
Kids Pork Taco
pulled pork ~ black beans ~ pineapple pico
Kids Chicken Taco
guacamole ~ lettuce ~ fried chicken ~ tomato pico
Kids Vegan Taco
courgette ~ sweet potato ~ tomato ~ corn
Margaritas
All 11
Classic Margarita
choose either tequila or mezcal, lime, sugar, triple sec
Peach Margarita
choose tequila or mezcal, peach schnapps, lime, sugar
Spicy Margarita
chilli infused tequila, triple sec, lime, sugar
Grilled Pineapple Margarita
tequila, pineapple, coconut, lime
Passionfruit Margarita
tequila, passoa, lime, sugar
Tommy Margarita
tequila, agave syrup, lime, served on the rocks
Frozen Margaritas
All 9. Flavours: lime / mango / raspberries / strawberries
Frozen Margarita
lime / mango / raspberries / strawberries
Flights
Flights 20. All mezcals served with a choice of Verdita or Sangrita. Build your own flight, 3 shots (priced per shot) with one of our accompaniments.
By Region
De Leyenda, De Leyenda Puebla, De Leyenda Guerrero
By Age
Ilegal Joven, Ilegal Reposado, Ilegal Añejo
Oaxaca Mezcals
Ilegal Joven Mezcal
Deep agave, green apple, citrus, white pepper
Quiquiriqui
Distinct roasted agave, peppery finish
Montelobos Espadin Joven
Sweet, cooked apples, brown sugar, meaty smoke
Dos Hombres
Green grass, mango and smokey notes
Ojo de Tigre
Pepper, lemon zest, honey, wood smoke
Del Maguey Vida
Burnt sandalwood, honey, cinnamon
Other Regions Mezcals
Montelobos Tobala Puebla
Citrus, truffle, basil notes
Ojo de Dios Odd Hibiscus
Hibiscus infused mezcal
De Leyenda Guerrero
Tropical fruits, papaya, gentle smoke
De Leyenda Puebla
Salted butter, soft oak, pear, citrus peel
De Leyenda Durango
Fruit, apple guava, barbeque meat, burnt wood
Aged Mezcals
Ilegal Reposado
6 months aged. caramelised pear, bitter orange, clove, vanilla
Ilegal Añejo
13 months aged. Maple, clove, bitter orange, dark chocolate
Soft Drinks
Jarritos – Mexican Sodas
Please ask for available flavours