Just a few years ago, Glasgow’s Finnieston was a very different place. Aside from the odd bar and restaurant dotting the Argyle Street stretch, the area was mostly deserted. Today it is transformed. Finnieston has become one of the most...
Since opening its doors to the gig going public in 2013, the Hydro has become an iconic piece of Glasgow. The spaceship shaped silver dome has brought the biggest music stars in the world to the city, including Beyonce, Prince, Madonna, and...
It is a common belief within the restaurant industry that dining is a type of performance. Here at 5pm, during our visits to various restaurants, we’ve spotted the same sign at the door of several of the kitchens, the last thing the...
[][1]Steven from Tower Restaurant A location inside one of Edinburgh’s most visited buildings, spectacular views of the castle, the finest Scottish produce, and maybe even a celebrity spot or two, Tower Restaurant is one of the most...
The four star Hotel Du Vin Edinburgh is one of the capital’s most luxurious hotels. With elegant rooms, fine dining, a cigar bothy, whisky snug and wine cellar, the boutique hotel offers one of the cosiest and most enjoyable stays in...
Convincing Sean Connery to eat sushi, teaching Ewan McGregor how to be a chef and tailoring a menu to Jennifer Aniston strict Atkin’s diet are just some of the challenges Guy Cowan has faced in his career. The Glasgow chef spent 25 years...
With bars and restaurants lining every street, the slick and vibrant Merchant City has become synonymous with Glasgow nightlife. From traditional Scottish pubs such as Rab Ha’s to slick cocktail bars like Metropolitan, every taste is...
If one neighbourhood could claim to be “Glasgow’s Little Italy” the Merchant City would surely be the top contender. The stylish area slightly east of the city centre is home to a number of Italian restaurants, most of...
This week on 5pm Dining we’ve been looking at family friendly restaurants. Eating out with children can be a challenge and it can often be tricky to find restaurants which easily accommodate children as well as provide a quality...
Look out for a new purple landmark in Glasgow this summer – 5pm Taste O’ Tartan machines selling whisky, haggis and “See You Jimmy” hats. The machines will be placed in various location in Glasgow city centre during the...
What can you get from Glasgow’s top restaurants for £12? A whole lot actually. Check out our 5pm Dining Sale page, for two courses, three courses, two courses plus a drink, and loads more options, all priced at just £12. Here’s...
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. With this in mind, here in the 5pm office we’ve been discussing our dream celebrity dates and what restaurant we would take them on Friday if the chance presented itself. As you can see there...
Our 5pm Dining Sale is still going strong. There are tons of deals priced at £12 just waiting to be snapped up. Here’s our picks this week. [][2]Antipasti Antipasti – a Sauchiehall Street favourite since it opened in 1997, Antipasti...
Our January Sale has been extended! If you haven’t caught your favourite restaurant deal yet, there’s still time. With so many offers to choose from, all priced at £12, you’re spoiled for choice. Check out this...
A new year is traditionally a time to put long delayed plans into action. A time to stop saying you are going to do something and actually do it. Here in the 5pm office, you probably won’t be surprised to learn our new year...
Here at 5pm we are gearing up for a special date in every Scottish person’s diary – Burns night. With less than two weeks to go until we raise a glass to our greatest ever poet, our restaurants are preparing to celebrate...
