
the GRIND house
Quick info
About the GRIND house
On Darnley St in Glasgow, the GRIND house is a coffee shop that takes walk-ins rather than bookings. It opens daily, giving regulars a consistent stretch of hours to drop by. The entrance is step-free, making it workable for visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs are on hand for families with young children. Outdoor seating extends the space for anyone who prefers to sit outside, and dogs are welcome at the tables. Orders are taken as they come, with no reservation process to navigate.
Good to know
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
Menu & Prices
72 dishes- Get collection or delivery
- Toast
- Croissant
- Scone
- Granola Bowl
- Blt Bagel
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention french toast, coffee, egg royale and pancakes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention french toast, coffee, egg royale and pancakes.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast dishes draw the most praise, with reviewers singling out the French toast, the Egg Royale and fluffy pancakes the kids love, plus a smashed avocado at lunch. Coffee comes close behind, with a mocha called fantastic, a chai latte, tasty beans and plenty of milk options, though one reviewer calls coffee the weak point. Staff are described as lovely, friendly and quick, and the room as cosy, comfy, quiet and spotless. The food draws mixed reports. One diner found the BLT bagel and a mushroom and steak stack bland and lacklustre. Another left most of a very salty mac and cheese, told the waitress, and was not charged for it, though that diner still felt rushed out at payment. One reviewer calls the place a bit pricey. Several describe coming back, one having the French toast two mornings in a row.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast dishes draw the most praise, with reviewers singling out the French toast, the Egg Royale and fluffy pancakes the kids love, plus a smashed avocado at lunch. Coffee comes close behind, with a mocha called fantastic, a chai latte, tasty beans and plenty of milk options, though one reviewer calls coffee the weak point. Staff are described as lovely, friendly and quick, and the room as cosy, comfy, quiet and spotless. The food draws mixed reports. One diner found the BLT bagel and a mushroom and steak stack bland and lacklustre. Another left most of a very salty mac and cheese, told the waitress, and was not charged for it, though that diner still felt rushed out at payment. One reviewer calls the place a bit pricey. Several describe coming back, one having the French toast two mornings in a row.
Featured reviews
- Picky Man in a Van
“The Grind House is a relaxed, old-school café with a light Italian style to the basic food menu. Coffee is the weak point here but it's a pleasant place to linger in and Pollockshields is inexplicably short of cafés. More in-depth nonsense about coffee, cafés and tangentially connected subjects at PickyManinaVan.”
- Alex B
“What a wonderful new member of staff you have in Angel ! He greeted us with a warm smile, was incredibly helpful, and nothing was ever too much trouble. As someone who can be quite particular, I really appreciated how he made sure I got exactly what I was looking for. The food was delicious and generous in portion—thank you, what a fantastic find!”
- Hilary
“Lovely place. Really nice decor inside, spotless and good coffee. A good find for us. Will be back to try food. Hope theu do gluten free. 🙏”
- Anna Djumaeva
“I really like this place, the staff are lovely and friendly. I ordered a coffee, and in my opinion, they have very tasty coffee beans. They also offer many options for milk xx Strong recommend:)”
- sinead tickner
“Absolutely loved this place, it’s rare you find a place that has an amazing variety of food on the menu and it all so so delicious! 100% recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Vegetarian options
- Casual
- On-site services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Offerings· 1
- Healthy options
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Family-friendly· 1
- Kids' menu
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Coffee shops near the GRIND house
- Short Long Black4.73420.4 miVegan options
morning bun, cinnamon bun, iced oat milk latte
- Absolute Roasters4.82621.5 miVegan options
fresh pastries and croissants, takeaway only, no seating, morning breakfast rolls
- Tinderbox4.21,1851.7 miOutdoor seatingVegan options
gluten free cakes, plug sockets for working, two-floor spacious seating
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| the GRIND houseOutdoor seating | 4.6211 | — | french toast, coffee, egg royale |
| Short Long BlackVegan options | 4.7342 | 0.4 mi | morning bun, cinnamon bun, iced oat milk latte |
| Absolute RoastersVegan options | 4.8262 | 1.5 mi | fresh pastries and croissants, takeaway only, no seating, morning breakfast rolls |
| TinderboxOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.21,185 | 1.7 mi | gluten free cakes, plug sockets for working, two-floor spacious seating |
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