beGIN Glasgow is a neighbourhood bar and food venue at 383 Byres Road in the West End. It opens from midday until late and serves food through the afternoon and evening. The atmosphere is deliberately relaxed, accommodating a quick bite, drinks after work or a longer social visit.
The food offer includes Mediterranean inspired small plates and dishes designed for sharing, alongside more familiar choices such as burgers and fries. That range allows a table to order lightly or make the food the centre of the visit. A vegan burger provides a practical alternative within the main selection.
Gin remains an important part of the bar’s identity, joined by cocktails, premium spirits, wine, local beer and soft drinks. Guests can visit purely for a drink, but the length of food service gives the venue a substantive meal option. Diners with allergies should consult the current menu and speak with staff because ingredients and preparation may change.
Table and bar service are both available, and walk ins are welcomed, although larger groups may benefit from booking. The busy Byres Road location makes beGIN a convenient meeting point before or after other plans in Glasgow’s West End. It is best suited to informal occasions where shared food and a varied drinks list carry equal importance.
Address: 383 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8AU, Scotland
Begin Glasgow Menu
For Starters!
Soup of the Day
Fresh Baked Bread & Butter. (GF), (V)
Campbells Gold Haggis Tower
Ayrshire Bacon Lardons, Single Malt Whisky Jus. (G), (D), (S)
Cod Fish cakes
Spring Salad, Smoke Butter Sauce. (D), (S), (G)
Chicken & Ham Hock Terrine
Crisp Pickled Salad, Tangy Piccalilli, Isle of Arran Oatcakes. (G)
Tortilla Nachos
Fried Tortilla Nachos Topped with cheese, Jalapenos, Sour Cream & Guacamole. (V), (D), (S)
The Hearty Bit
Fish Finger Sandwich
Cod in Panko Breadcrumbs, Tartare Sauce, Lettuce in a Broiche Bun with a Lemon Wedge & Fries. (D), (G), (S)
Chicken Stuffed with Blagas
Creamed Cabbage, Crisp Fondant Potato, Purple Spouting Broccoli Black Truffle Jus. (D), (G), (S)
6oz Steak Frites
Parmesan Truffle Fries, Onion Rings, Tomato, Bearnaise Butter. (D)
BeGin Burger
Two Beef Patties Loaded with Bacon, Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, mayo & Gherkins Served with Fries & Coleslaw. (D), (S)
Tortilla Nachos to Share
Fried Tortilla Nachos Topped with cheese, Jalapenos, Sour Cream & Guacamole. (V), (D), (S)
Just One More Bite
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Toffee Sauce, Honeycomb Ice Cream. (V), (S), (GF)
Cheesecake of the Day
Ask your server for details
Chocolate Brownie
Raspberry Sorbet, Fresh Berries. (V), (G), (S)
Extra on the Side ?
Fries
Coleslaw
(S)
Garlic Bread
(G), (D)
Onion Rings
(G), (D)
Wings
Juicy Fried Chicken Wings Your Way! Make it Franks Hot Sauce, BBQ or Garlic. (G), (S), (D)
Sauces
Pink Peppercorn (D), (S); Blue Cheese (D); Whiskey & Mustard (M), (S)
Gins
All our gin prices include a 25ml serving mixer & garnish
TANQUERAY
Cameron Bridge. Zesty citrus and spice – ABV 40%
TANQUERAY 10
Cameron Bridge. small batch gin, smooth with clean citrus notes – ABV 47%
GLASWEGIN
Glasgow. Smooth and fresh, Scottish milk thistle, juniper and subtle hints of lime – ABV 41.1%
GLASWEGIN RASPBERRY & RHUBARB
Glasgow. Sweet & tangy, rhubarb, raspberry, with notes of vanilla – ABV 37.5%
Mixers
FEVERTREE ELDERFLOWER TONIC
FEVER TREE GINGER ALE
FEVER TREE GINGER BEER
FEVER TREE INDIAN TONIC
White Wines
125ML | 175ML | BOTTLE
'P' PINOT GRIGIO
ALPHA ZETA, VENETO, ITALY. RIPE PEAR, PEACH AND HINTS OF FLINT
CHARDONNAY
16 STOPS, SOUTH AFRICA. WHITE PEACH, NECTARINES AND A HINT OF SPICE
'PIQUEPOUL' IGP
LES CAVES DE RICHEMER, LANGUEDOC, FRANCE. CITRUS, WHITE FLORALS WITH A LIVELY ACIDITY
MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC
TINPOT HUT, MARLBOROUGH NEW ZEALAND. VIBRANT AROMA AND A FINE BALANCE OF ACIDITY
Red Wines
125ML | 175ML | BOTTLE
MERLOT
CA DI ALTE, VENETO, ITALY. RIPE RED BERRIES
I MURI PRIMITIVO
VIGNETI DEL SALENTO, PUGLIA, ITALY. RIPE RED BERRY WITH FIRM TANNINS
RIOJA CRIANZA
EL COTO, RIOJA, SPAIN. RED BERRY FRUITS, NOTES OF SWEET SPICE AND OAK
MENDOZA MALBEC RESERVE
FINCA FLICHMAN CABALLERO DE LA CEPA, MENDOZA, ARGENTINA. VIOLETS, CHERRIES & OAK SPICE
Spritz
APEROL ORIGINAL
PROSECCO, APEROL LIQUEUR TOPPED WITH SODA
TURKISH DELIGHT
PROSECCO, PAMPLEMOUSSE ROSE LIQUEUR TOPPED WITH SODA
PARMA VIOLET
PROSECCO, LIQUEUR DE VIOLETTE TOPPED WITH SODA
STRAWBERRY
PROSECCO, MARIE BRIZZARD FRAISE LIQUEUR TOPPED WITH SODA
Cocktails
ESPRESSO MARTINI
VODKA, MR BLACKS, FRANGELICO, SHOT OF EXPRESSO, DEMERARA SYRUP
DAIQUIRI
WHITE RUM, LIME JUICE, SYRUP GOMME
OLD FASHIONED
BOURBON, DEMERARA SYRUP, ANGOSTURA BITTERS
MARGARITA
TEQUILA COINTREAU, LIME JUICE, SYRUP GOMME
Beers & Ciders
ALL ABOVE SOLD AS 330ML UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE
BUDWEISER
PERONI
MORETTI
Draught Beer
PER PINT