The Anchor Line
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About The Anchor Line
At 12, 16 St Vincent Place in Glasgow, The Anchor Line is a bar & grill set in the former first class booking offices. The menu draws on Scottish produce, with steak in blue cheese sauce and a fillet steak served with hand cut chips and brandy and peppercorn sauce, followed by mango cheesecake and sorbet for dessert. The bar area pours cocktails such as the Marilyn Monroe alongside alcohol-free options, and table service extends there as well as to the dining room. Guests are greeted and seated on arrival, and jackets are taken at the door. The room operates on a walk-in basis. Private dining rooms are available for events including weddings.
Good to know
“Opulent New York-style bistro serving Scottish produce in the former first class booking offices.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak with blue cheese sauce, fillet steak and chips, private dining rooms and mango cheesecake.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak with blue cheese sauce, fillet steak and chips, private dining rooms and mango cheesecake.
Customer Review Summary
The steak draws the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly singling out the fillet steak, one describing it with hand cut chips and brandy and peppercorn sauce as cooked to perfection, and another calling the steak with blue cheese sauce the best they'd ever had. Close behind, diners highlight the cocktails, including a named signature cocktail, and the alcohol free drinks, praised as thoughtfully made rather than a mix of juices and syrups. Desserts like the mango cheesecake and sorbet also earn mentions, alongside a curry and a Persian salad one reviewer called delicious. Service is consistently described as attentive and professional, from a waitress who helped guests extend their stay to an events team member credited with easing a wedding lunch booking. A recurring, mild note is that starter and main portions could be bigger, though most say this didn't detract from the setting or presentation. The wedding party's private dining room and the family birthday gathering both close out as standout occasions guests say they'd repeat.
Customer Review Summary
The steak draws the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly singling out the fillet steak, one describing it with hand cut chips and brandy and peppercorn sauce as cooked to perfection, and another calling the steak with blue cheese sauce the best they'd ever had. Close behind, diners highlight the cocktails, including a named signature cocktail, and the alcohol free drinks, praised as thoughtfully made rather than a mix of juices and syrups. Desserts like the mango cheesecake and sorbet also earn mentions, alongside a curry and a Persian salad one reviewer called delicious. Service is consistently described as attentive and professional, from a waitress who helped guests extend their stay to an events team member credited with easing a wedding lunch booking. A recurring, mild note is that starter and main portions could be bigger, though most say this didn't detract from the setting or presentation. The wedding party's private dining room and the family birthday gathering both close out as standout occasions guests say they'd repeat.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We recently booked one of the private dining rooms for our wedding lunch, and couldn’t be happier with the choice we made. Planning the event was a breeze, Luke in the events planning team was so helpful and made everything a so easy, catering for some specific requests that we were incredibly grateful for. The room itself was beautiful, it was the perfect setting for the event. The food was absolutely fantastic, we had so many complements from our guests and the staff were so kind, helpful and made the whole day extra special. Thanks so much again to all the team, we really appreciate it.”
- Google user
“I stop in when I am in Glasgow. Shirley temple, fries and salad were good! Great service at the bar too.”
- Google user
“The food was tasty and enjoyed by all at our table. The cocktails were fabulous - loved the Marilyn Monroe! The staff were attentive. The atmosphere was excellent.”
- Google user
“Always enjoy my dinings in the Anchor Line. Another fabulous dinner here with my niece. Attentive and professional service, great food and beautiful settings. 👍🏼”
- Google user
“An amazing meal, we had the fillet steak with hand cut chips, brandy & peppercorn sauce with a side of broccoli followed by sorbet and mango cheesecake accompanied with a beautiful Portuguese red wine. Steak was cooked to perfection, overall 10/10. Staff are friendly and welcoming with a great relaxing atmosphere in the restaurant.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bar And Grill near The Anchor Line
- Sebb's4.93930.1 mi
sharing plates, barbecued squid and prawns, cocktail list
- The Lauders4.32,8400.3 mi
fish and chips, guinness, online ordering via scan code
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor Line | 4.52,531 | — | steak with blue cheese sauce, fillet steak and chips, private dining rooms |
| Sebb's | 4.9393 | 0.1 mi | sharing plates, barbecued squid and prawns, cocktail list |
| The Lauders | 4.32,840 | 0.3 mi | fish and chips, guinness, online ordering via scan code |
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