Reviews of The Calabash African Bar and Restaurant. (Pub) in Glasgow (Glasgow).

The Calabash African Bar and Restaurant

500 Reviews

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African restaurant

57 Union St, Glasgow G1 3RB, United Kingdom

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Information of The Calabash African Bar and Restaurant, Pub in Glasgow (Glasgow)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Reviews of The Calabash African Bar and Restaurant

L. o. O.

I had a lovely experience at this restaurant, located in Glasgow. I was hungry and wanted to eat my Nigerian delicacy. It was quite easy to locate by Google map. The restaurant itself looks good and neat with enough eating tables for customers, I rocked and enjoyed the afro music playing in the background, it gave me a feeling of home. Their menu contains variety of African - Nigerian food s, drinks and snacks. I ordered the infamous palm wine which I have missed for over 5yrs. The cost of food was OK, quite affordable. Good customer service, but they need to employ more staff to make the service quicker, I had to wait for about 30 minutes to get my meal. Also, the chicken I ate didn't taste like a hard chicken from Africa. The vegetable soup I ate was very delicious, but a bit watery. The pounded yam was perfect!!. In conclusion, I didn't regret coming there, and hope to come back anytime I am in Glasgow.

s. u.

Well, I was hungry and was served pounded yam with egusi soup though I ordered vegetable soup (spinach). The waiter returned like 7mins later to inform me no vegetable soup so I had to choose from egusi, okro or ogbono soup. There was/ were no meat(s) in the soup except for maggi/cube-sized meat like 5pieces. Barely conspicuous. I was shocked to say the least. In a Nigerian soup back home, the soup will be "contending" for space with the plenty meats in the plate. Finally, I had expected African music from the speakers but it was hip hop blazing all through. In all, the food was hot and my tummy filled. Q.E.D! Lol

A. T.

The egusi and pounded yam was fire! I don't recommend Ethiopian food but that egusi was delicious

J. H.

I have been going to calabash on and off since it opened. When it first opened it was the best place to be but things have gone down hill for the past couple of years sadly. Food is spot on though never had bad good from there

J. B.

I’d go there everyday if I could. The food and service is, in one word, fabulous. The bellowing plonker of a patron - who tries to drink behind the counter, swears in a fake German accent and has louder tantrums than the actual toddlers - is not

O. A.

Very nice owners and service was quick, very affordable. Haven't eaten yet but everything looks good, fingers crossed.

J. R.

excellent food, big portions, so delicious, waiter was super funny and music was great

E. V.

My expectations for the entire ambiance were higher however the table was pleasantly set upon arrival :-). The waiter was overwhelmed and the quality of service was jeopardized at its peak hours. The nyama choma and ugali were delicious. Should I desire to go again, I will make sure there is no football match going on!!! The restaurant turned into a football stadium.

R. D. S.

Loved the lamb and side of chilli sauce when I dined here yesterday, great place and great people 👍👍

A. S.

We lived in Nigeria over 40 yrs ago and it was great to enjoy Star beer, fu fu, egusi soup and fried plantain. Service was first class too. We’ll be back!

m. e.

It's not a simple review this one, go if you like to hang out, talk and maybe negotiate a bit with people. Expect some of the unexpected and some good food maybe not always quickly

S. D.

As always the food here is FANTASTIC. A fair price for a great meal. Friendly and helpful staff. Make sure you arrive HUNGRY!!! Picture below Egusi.

E. M.

Kenyan owned restaurant in Glasgow. Very ideal for meetups and birthdays . Totally worth it. Had amazing meals here.

T. M.

It's now sushi bar fantastic quality food my wife had ramen noodles I had like katsu beef curry noodles.... Awesome

D. L.

Good pan-african menu with tasty food. Long opening hours. Conveniently located. Not cheap but but not too expensive.

J. O.

Had a good jellof rice here with plantain and chicken. It was a nice and cosy place with Nigerian music playing at the background. You may have to wait for about 15 minutes for your food to be ready, but it is worth the wait. I felt I was in one part of Lagos. The interesting thing is that it is close to the central station

c. o.

Feel that African touch and environment.... Nice place to hangout. Meals great too

S. B.

Very good food and plenty of it in quantity, must say

f. o.

Friendly staff, convenient location, and great food

P. F.

The best food we've had in a long time

K. N.

Best barbecue lamb (nyama choma)! Tender, juicy and flavourful. Really reminds me of Africa.

Y. Z.

The food was amazing, probably the best west african food I've had.

J. L.

The food here is absolutely amazing and the people are even better! Amazing music and the people who run the restaurant are so lovely!

M. B.

Very friendly staff and helpful with choice of menu .

I. c.

Amazing place, really awesome atmosphere that genuinely reminds you of an African place. The owner and barman are amazing and super friendly, hands down one of the best restaurants in the whole city. If you're looking for a cool place to have some food and have a great time, look no further, can't recommend it enough. I ordered the Vegetarian special a couple of times and the roasted vegetables, simply amazing quality, and it feels like genuine good food.

T. A.

Had rice and Kenya soup, It just did not meet my expectation. It was okay but nothing special. Aside the food, the atmosphere was very welcoming, warm and cosy.

a. n.

I tried the new 'design your box' from Calabash and it was GREAT! Great tasting food, (the choma was especially tender), great choices available and great value for money!! You can't go wrong with this! oh and delivery time was 30 mins... not bad at all! I didn't take a picture cos I was too much in a hurry to dig in... next time I will!

J. E.

Had the Okro soup and it was divine. Took a while to come though but it is a busy week so I will forgive them for that Bala was great by the way

S. O.

Best African delicacies North of the Mediterranean. Home away from home. Absolutely recommend for those who want a nostalgic taste of home, or anyone who wants to give African cuisine a try.

L. N.

African restaurant right in the heart of Glasgow. Great atmosphere, food, and music especially on weekends. Friendly and attentive staff. One of my favourite places in Glasgow

k. B.

Amazing place, great food from various African countries and a good range of drinks. I always come up from England to visit on a Regular basis, can't wait for it to be open fully again with djs and so on.

D. T.

Had the 'make your own African meal' last night with my partner and it was amazing! We had the lamb choma, samosa, spinach and salsa and it was all deliscious. Customer service was also great as everyone is very friendly. Highly recommended!

E. H.

Friendly staff and delicious food.

c. o.

Nice meals, the attendant was superb.

J. “. W.

Very different. A great atmosphere and very chilled. Just has a few beers but the food tasted amazing

R. B.

We just had a delivery from here and I'm already planning the next one. The Mixed Grill was amazing, our Chicken Curry was perfect, and the Mukimo Mashed Potato side was brilliant. Thank you Calabash! Amazing food.

A. W.

We got the choma box from the 'Design your Calabash African Meal' option. We ordered nyama choma, lamb samosa, fried rice, kachumbari & their special chilli sauce. The food was amazing. Everything fresh & tasty. Good value and delivery time. Will be ordering again soon.

d. g.

Lovely atmosphere and the food was great.

S. O.

If you are looking for authentic, well-delivered African delicacy, look no further. With a blend of East-African & Afro-Caribbean dishes, I was extremely delighted with the choice on offer. I got the Nyama-Choma which is a Kenyan speciality, accompanied with Jerk-Chicken & Fried rice. I truly was left licking my fingers, glad I took some home Will be going back again. 5/5

a. s.

me and my friend tried here. nice food ( nyama choma and jerk chicken),friendly staff and great atmosphere will come again

P. J.

It's good place to enjoy African culture

H. M.

If you're ordering food and it is a Friday or weekend, order it to arrive at least an hour earlier than you want to eat. They will definitely be late. However, the food is absolutely delicious so it's worth doing that. Luckily, I read all the reviews so I ordered my food around 4pm to be delivered for 5:15 meaning I had it for 6:30. I just want to include that in my review so no one has to leave angry comments about late food - the comments should just be people raving about how delicious everything is! Get the jerk chicken and the murio wa nyama.

U. K.

Dine in. Food is amazing, highly recommending to anyone who loves authentic food.

P. K.

If you want a truly authentic experience this place is the way to go. The food is delicious and is priced reasonably. My husband grew up in Kenya this place took him back. Cannot recommend enough!

C. B.

The food taste delicious (grilled fish & plantain)with mix seasoning peppers.

I.

Amazing African food! Laid back atmosphere. Don't get put off by the rather economic interiors, it would make no sense to eat from a golden plate there. Take it as it is and enjoy!

C. S.

It was amazing, good traditional African food and drinks

S. M.

This is the spot. Everyone here is wonderful, the chef is brilliant, and I felt at home the moment I walked in the door. If you have a chance to visit The Calabash, definitely do! Try everything on the menu, and be sure to have one of the African beers. You'll keep coming back. Tell them Gangstagrass sent you!

J. G.

Not just a taste of Africa, this is a time machine back to childhood, the nsema is perfect and leaves no need for cutlery, taste, aroma, variety... Best restaurant/takeaway in Glasgow. Tried for the first time a week ago, reordred twice since, and am only waiting till the leftovers are gone before my next try, soo much variety. James.

M. S.

NyammmmACHommmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmA!!! :-) I have ONLY been 5 times and have ordered the same dish every time as it is simply Dee-Lishious!!! You can ask the chef to make it "soft" and tender if you prefer it that way, like I do. It comes with a lovely and super fresh little side salad with optional scotch bonnet chillis in a homemade salsa. VERY generous portions. Value for money. Oh and Hot Hot HOT Bar Man - A 100% Scotch Bonnet himself!!! Thank you Calabash :-)

D. Y. A.

By far the best African bar in Glasgow. They served the best cuisines from across Africa although a chunk of the meals served are from East Africa and southern Africa. They also have the best authentic African beers with real African taste such as Guinness and Star... My favourite meal was always Injera! Music is awesome and as I soccer fan, It will be the beat place to watch the major leagues on TV while you enjoy you drink and meal.

j. I.

It was a great experience, nice food and good customer service

N. N.

I’m very happy with my order, nyama choma is the best on the menu for me, the delivery was just on time, I will be ordering again

s. y.

It is nice place, quality and hygienic environment. Good for family dinner. Own by a Kenya man. Bala is a good manager that will make you to revisit the restaurant.

D. G.

Having been back in Calabash recently for the first time since March,i really do like the changes made in the guys toilet. The mirrors are of good quality and the lighting is good also. 'The mirror man.' The mirror equality crusader....!

E. R.

Got a takeaway from here and it was incredible! So tasty and great to try something new. Cant wait to return to try other dishes. Thank you

M. L.

Very welcoming and the food is delicious .

D. L.

I don't care what people may say about this place I been there plenty of times as a customer and I worked there as a door supervisor (security, just in case yous don't know what it means door supervisor), and now that I'm retired as door supervisor I still go back as a customer and from service, to food till customer service is just superb, Mama Nhax and Baba Nhax are great people so are they're kids and they try to treat everyone as family but sometimes people don't behave and have to pe asked to live but this place is great and during day time and diner time is quite child friendly. Is a place to go for a bite or dinner or enjoy a few drinks with your buddys. Mama Nhax and Baba Nhax hope to see yous again and yous owe me a beer for the old good times sake. Lolll

S. E.

Nice place to chill out for African menu and music

O. S.

Very good food, decent prices, friendly staff, good music. They serve food pretty late at night, which is rad.

N. G.

Good place, for a nice meal out. I have been there twice and I can say, I have not been disappointed. Keep it up.

L. A.

Great food from south and east Africa. Friendly staff and huge quantity for price paid. I will definitely go back again as there is so much to discover on the menu.

N. M.

Great place for that great African cuisine. Their nyama choma is the best I've tasted, miss it even in Kenya. What's not Tuskers, Nigerian Guinness and other drinks from Africa available.

R. N.

Customer service awesome. The food? Yummy 😋. Thank you to Christelle for her excellent, and committed customer services. Will come again to eat my favorite vegetable.

I. H.

Delicious food, good price and very friendly service - made sure I got my lunch on time for the train. Highly recommended!

L. P.

Comfortable, friendly, polite service. Injera with veggies was well prepared and flavorable. Live music is performed later in the evening

D.

Without doubt it's the best place for all your African food and other dishes. Its also the place to be for the best afrobeat, dancehall, reggae music with the best dj's around.

I. A.

Food was absolutely delicious. Lovely homely environment. Service was great to. Will definitely go again and again :-)

J. P.

Doesn't look much from outside but the food is absolutely fantastic and given they have a DJ late, vibe is great. Will most definitely return.

E. K.

Best sit in services. A place closer to home with homely environment

E. N.

Nice place to meet fellow Africans and have a happy and community experience.

P. N.

Really enjoyed a taste of African menu in Glasgow at Calabash restaurant, the food and service were fantastic and on time. Would recommend a pop in and have a taste.

R. T.

Went in after the Old Firm game on Sunday brilliant atmosphere lovely food very friendly staff couldn't do anymore for you. Ps my team lost😂.

J. N.

Tried it for the first time. Nothing fancy inside. I quite enjoyed the food , but no draught beer. Possibly would try again.

A. K. I. N.

Wonderful restaurant with quality food. Friendly staff and the owner is a great woman, very kind and loveable.

b. w.

fantastic authentic african food. love the ugali. A real taste of home.

S. H.

We were the only white people in the restaurant....felt truly relaxed...a good friendly atmosphere....and the food was amazing...a must visit for true food lovers

P.

Good food. Quite Noisy, Music quite loud, difficult to have a conversation with friends without having to shout hence 4 stars

P. C.

Lovely small restaurant. It definitely one of my favourite restaurant!!

M. J.

Good food and music, pleasant staff and central location. Doesn't get any better

C. C.

Friendly staff, great food, generous portions, would like to eat in next time

C. m.

Excelent bottled Guiness, service was excelent and very attentive. Mostly PoC as clientel, some with very interesting and enlighting backgrounds.

M. S.

Excellent African food. The setting is casual and unpretentious. Polite and friendly service.

R. T.

Went in after the Old Firm game on Sunday brilliant atmosphere lovely food very friendly staff couldn't do anymore for you. Ps my team lost😂.

A. M. M.

Amazing night staff and owner really lovely food was amazing xxx

O. O.

My all time favourite. Good shops. Unbelievable prices

E. M.

Very nice atmosphere. Friendly staff and awesome food. Nyama choma was very nice.

C. P.

Great dinner and services. Friendly environment and very welcoming

P. N.

Really enjoyed a taste of African menu in Glasgow at Calabash restaurant, the food and service were fantastic and on time. Would recommend a pop in and have a taste.

F. F.

Fabulous food.... great staff.... very welcoming and lively.

L. Z.

Excellent , authentic food with exemplary customer service

E. M.

Very nice atmosphere. Friendly staff and awesome food. Nyama choma was very nice.

C. P.

Great dinner and services. Friendly environment and very welcoming

N. F.

Authentic African Bar/ Restaraunt with lovely management and staff. A great night out.

N. N.

Great food and atmosphere but they need to update their interiors

F. F.

Fabulous food.... great staff.... very welcoming and lively.

E. M.

Best to place to sample African cuisine n Glasgow. The best meal is nyama choma and nsima.

M. M.

Never disappointed by this place I literally say it to every Kenyan I meet this place is lit oh and the music is like being back home 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

N. N.

Very nice place all nations gathering there on weekends and good african food menu is great!!

A. M.

The staff are extremely friendly and food is great friendly atmosphere

S.

Nice food and friendly staff

L. Z.

Excellent , authentic food with exemplary customer service

W. B.

Traditional high quality food and very friendly staff.

A. M. M.

Amazing night staff and owner really lovely food was amazing xxx

L. L.

Best place to hangout, best place for afrobeat music, best place as african restaurant. Magic every thing just good there

E. G. M. N. (.

If you want to experience and taste African music and food, I recommend The Calabash...❤✊👍✌

S. O.

Best African Restaurant and Bar in Glasgow. Open 7 days a week and plays good african music

R. T.

It's a fantastic place to be with friends and family its staff are fantastic it's a good pace to be for a night out or calibrations

E. E.

Very lovely staff and great Caribbean and African food.

d. i.

Very good and enjoyable... Food is good and delicious..

M. N.

Lovely food good atmosphere and friendly staff

J. B.

If you're into exotic tastes in food this is the place to go.

D. Y. E. o.

Is nice place to listening to Afro bit music but, not classic the setting to me own opinion.

s. a.

Great place for a nite out and food. Good atmosphere !

Y. M.

Great experience, welcoming environment and able to bring children

L.

Very good food, good prices, good music and atmosphere.

E. D.

great

M. S.

Best experience Good food and great music

P. M.

Great place ,Good atmosphere and lovely food

a. a.

Great atmosphere, try nyama shua it's delicious

L. A.

Fantastic food but toilets need a clean

O. O.

My all time favourite. Good shops. Unbelievable prices

J. T.

Very relaxed. Very African. Spicy Joloff rice. Windhoek Lager. Ugali.

C. H.

Great food and music with a good vibe and dance space

f. o. I.

Very good restaurant for a fun time with your family

C. O.

It is all about African nice home food will recommend to all my african friend

D. J.

Great varied menu and real traditional feel.

P. M.

Nice food. Only problem is weat & tear

J. S.

Lamb curry best ever

P. O.

Had local Nigerian drinks.

U. I.

Tasty African Food. Will definitely visit again, when in Glasgow!

D. O.

Great food and good customer service.

N. B.

Very lovely place with good food and music

M. p. Y.

Exclusive...That's how we roll..

e. a.

Good African food with a bar setting ideal for socialising.

A. K.

Great food , had to wait for an 1hour for food

D. G.

lovely African food freshly prepared including jollof!!

A. D.

Home away home❤️❤️❤️

d. d.

Great food and 7.5 % Nigerian Guinness :)

P. D.

Unique experience in central Glasgow. Try it at least once in your life

E. K.

Good Meal, we had Fun

P. K.

Great experience, great food and great people

S.

Good food especially the grilled meat

M. R.

Great service and a lovely place to sit

A. v.

Been here three times. Good music

l. t.

Amazing food and amazing atmosphere

P. M.

Very friendly and good food.

D. 3. (.

Great food!

D. M. 1.

very delilcioius food ...wide variety to choose from

A. S.

Very nice food and pricing.

D.

Food is delicious

N. F. L.

Nice music, Kenyans turn up 😂, pandana😂

V. C.

The staff are friendly and the foods brilliant

S. H.

Authentic, great tasting food

a. m.

I got all Indeed

A. C. M.

I love my house gina watupa

R.

Great place, chilled atmosphere

z. s.

Great customer service

D. M. k. (. M.

I think the dance room small

C. D.

Really cool, chill atmosphere

C. M.

Brilliant place, brilliant people

P. N.

Delicious meals. Thumps up

G. N.

Lovely place for African cuisine

C. C.

Good music, nice people.

A. A.

Awesome place

A. A.

Best place for African meals in Glasgow

T. H.

Nice

O. D.

Continental and African dishes. Drink bar

K. J.

Good delicious African meals

B. M.

Because I love the place

R. r.

Run

S. S.

Food taste on average

E. O.

Very good

G. K.

Friendly place

h. m.

Good food

C. W. L.

Special food

J. M. E.

Perfect customer service

f. M.

Nice African food.

A. H.

Great atmosphere

M. G.

Through african eyes

A. D.

Lovely Restaurant

U. K.

Love it,

A. O.

Fantastic

m. k.

My second home ❤❤

M. E.

Ok

h. h.

African exotic dishes

A. S.

Nice restaurant

P. G.

Hello friend how are you

F. W.

good food.

U. A.

Exquisite

C. J. S.

LOVE THIS PLACE!!!

a. a.

Not to bad,

P. O.

African Restaurant

N. W. K.

Time Out with my friend

K. G.

Food amazing

H. M.

Friendly pub

M. K.

Okay

A. F.

Nice place

C. “. i. G. T.

Nice place

P. H.

Interesting place

P. K.

Interesting

S. K.

An OK place

M. S.

(Translated) Great food. Atmospheric cellar bar (Original) Super Essen. Stimmungsvolle Kellerkneipe

M. M.

(Translated) Good cuisine a large selection of alcohols specific place. (Original) Dobra kuchnia duży wybór alkoholi miejsce specyficzne.

I. I.

L. N.

J. J.

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