Best restaurants near Glasgow's OVO Hydro according to Tripadvisor reviews
Glasgow's OVO Hydro schedule for the next year is jam-packed with internationally acclaimed artists such as Robbie Williams.
However, finding the right restaurant or eatery to make that special occasion all the better can sometimes be a challenge.
Finnieston and the surrounding area have dozens of places where you grab a quick pre-gig meal before seeing your favourite artist live.
To make that search easier, here is a list of some of the best-rated restaurants and eateries in and around Finnieston according to Tripadvisor reviews.
READ MORE: Robbie Williams at OVO Hydro Glasgow: Everything you need to know
Some of the best-rated restaurants in and around Finnieston according to Tripadvisor reviews.
Porter & Rye
Tripadviser - Meal from Porter & Rye (Image: Tripadvisor)
This classic gourmet steakhouse on Finnieston's Argyle Street is ranked highly for its quality and great value.
Porter & Rye is a good way to treat yourself before seeing your favourite musician or comedian.
Location: 1131 Argyle Street, Finnieston, G3 8ND
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 499
To find out more, please visit the Porter & Rye Tripadvisor page.
The Crescent
The Crescent is a laid-back bar and restaurant with a menu of Asian dishes and offers a lovely environment to enjoy a few drinks with your friends.
Location: 1102-1106 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8TD
Tripadvisor rating: 4
Number of excellent reviews: 26
To find out more, please visit The Crescent Tripadvisor page.
Dal Pizzaiolo
Tripadvisor - Pizza from Dal Pizzaiolo (Image: Tripadvisor)
Dal Pizzaiolo offers some of the nicest Italian comfort foods in Glasgow and is a short walk from the OVO Hydro.
Serving traditional Italian pizza among other things, this is a quaint establishment to get fed in before your gig.
Location: Glasgow, G3 8LY 1082 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8LY
Tripadvisor rating: 4
Number of excellent reviews: 35
To find out more, please visit their Tripadvisor page.
Villa Toscana
This venue is praised for its dessert menu as well as its friendly staff with one reviewer saying: "Staff were friendly and welcoming" and another adding: "Food excellent, especially the Tiramisu."
Location: 1080 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8LY
Tripadvisor rating: 4
Number of excellent reviews: 190
To find out more and read the reviews, please visit their Tripadvisor page.
Waterfront Restaurant
For an upmarket yet relaxed experience, you could try the Waterfront Restaurant in the city's premiere entertainment destination, ALEA which is open until 6 am.
Location: The Alea Casino Glasgow Springfield Quay, Glasgow G5 8NP
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 32
Find out more by visiting here.
Crabshakk
This fish-based establishment is a great place to have a laid-back meal.
Crabshakk is praised for its ambience and "delicious" main courses.
Location: 1114 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8TD
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 756
To find out more, please visit here.
La Fiorentina
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La Fiorentina serves fantastic Italian and sea-based foods and was praised by one reviewer who said: "We had a lovely meal here before the Kevin Bridges show. The food was excellent, the drinks choice was plentiful and the service was very good"
Location: 2 Paisley Road West, Glasgow G51 1LE
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 580
To find out more, please visit their Tripadvisor page.
Rioja
Rioja is a Spanish restaurant with plenty of options for everyone as it is vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free friendly.
Location: 1116 Argyle Street Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8TD
Tripadvisor rating: 4
Number of excellent reviews: 362
Find out more by visiting their Tripadvisor page.