
Singl-end Merchant City
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About Singl-end Merchant City
On John St in Merchant City, Singl-end Merchant City serves brunch across a menu of 67 dishes, including the Benedict, avocado smash on sourdough, and croque monsieur, with sourdough used for toast throughout. Baked eggs and poached egg on toast round out the savoury side, while vegan and gluten-free options extend to cakes such as rhubarb crumble and a vegan chocolate fudge cake. The restaurant opens daily and usually has a wait, so reservations are recommended, though walk-ins are possible earlier in the day before it fills up. A step-free entrance allows access for visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs make the room workable for families with young children. Outdoor seating gives an option for eating outside, and dogs are welcome at the tables. Free Wi-Fi is available, and food can be ordered for takeaway. Inside, tables are set close together across the dining room.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking · Difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs available
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
67 dishes · mains £3–16- Home Baked Granola£7.50
- Organic Porridge£7.50
- Eggs on toast£7.50
- Scrambled eggs on toast£8.50
- Benedict£14.50
- Royale£15.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado toast/smash, croque monsieur, sourdough bread and vegan brunch options.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado toast/smash, croque monsieur, sourdough bread and vegan brunch options.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often center their praise on the sourdough-based brunch plates, especially the avocado smash on sourdough and the various egg dishes like the eggs Benedict with hot smoked salmon and the baked eggs with butter beans and roasted peppers. Close behind, several single out the croque monsieur (one calling it superb, another enjoying it despite it being served in error as the "Croque Gary") and the vegan options, including the vegan chocolate fudge cake and vegan brunch. Cakes draw mixed notes: most call them moist and delicious, but a few mention execution slips, an overbaked rhubarb crumble top and cakes served room temperature rather than cold. Poached eggs came out solid rather than runny for one diner, and another found the homemade baked beans disappointing next to shop-bought alternatives. One reviewer describes a more serious breakdown, a wrong dish, a poorly remade replacement with soggy bread, and a dismissive staff response that ruined a birthday breakfast. Several also note tight table spacing and recommend booking ahead, though staff are repeatedly praised for accommodating requests, like swapping poached eggs for scrambled or bringing vegan butter for a dairy-intolerant guest.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often center their praise on the sourdough-based brunch plates, especially the avocado smash on sourdough and the various egg dishes like the eggs Benedict with hot smoked salmon and the baked eggs with butter beans and roasted peppers. Close behind, several single out the croque monsieur (one calling it superb, another enjoying it despite it being served in error as the "Croque Gary") and the vegan options, including the vegan chocolate fudge cake and vegan brunch. Cakes draw mixed notes: most call them moist and delicious, but a few mention execution slips, an overbaked rhubarb crumble top and cakes served room temperature rather than cold. Poached eggs came out solid rather than runny for one diner, and another found the homemade baked beans disappointing next to shop-bought alternatives. One reviewer describes a more serious breakdown, a wrong dish, a poorly remade replacement with soggy bread, and a dismissive staff response that ruined a birthday breakfast. Several also note tight table spacing and recommend booking ahead, though staff are repeatedly praised for accommodating requests, like swapping poached eggs for scrambled or bringing vegan butter for a dairy-intolerant guest.
Featured reviews
- Tristan Knowles
“Likely the best breakfast/brunch in Glasgow Had an incredible experience here on a Saturday afternoon. Even with it being a busy weekend rush, the service was remarkably quick and the staff were exceptionally attentive and welcoming throughout. The portions are wonderfully generous—you definitely won't leave hungry! Brilliant independent spot with a fantastic vibe. Easily one of the best spots in the city. Can't wait to come back.”
- Sarah Lesjak
“Very good food, friendly staff, had a really good time. The range of food is very broad: breakfast, lunch, sweets/desserts. Most include vegetarian and vegan options too. I had baked eggs with butter beans and roasted peppers & onions with sourdough and it was an absolute delight. Portion size is very generous, it was hot and warming as well as tasteful. Waiting time wasn‘t too long, even though the dish was made to order. It was presented appealingly as well. As I am dairy intolerant the waitress brought vegan butter to go along with the dish, which is very thoughtful. It wasn‘t busy when I first came so walking in is definitely possible early in the day.”
- Maram
“The staff are friendly and we came without reservation at 9:20 AM, they have arranged a table for us (we were 5) for one hour The food was excellent, we finished all of it. It did not take time nearly 20 minutes It’s near the hotel we are staying at. I think I will come again”
- Maryam Nur
“I popped in to pick up my to good to go bag. The atmosphere is very open and natural and the staff were friendly. The bakes themselves were very fresh and I like the little counter by the front showing a huge variety on their menu. The empire biscuit was my favourite.”
- Asya K
“Wonderful and attentive service! Excellent maitre d' (hostess) and friendly waiters. Prices are a bit high, but the portions are very large, and everything was delicious! There's Wi-Fi and phone charging, which is very important! I definitely recommend visiting if you're in Glasgow.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for breakfast
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Difficult to find a space
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Dining options· 7
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Highlights· 3
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Planning· 2
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
- Service options· 1
- On-site services available
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Trending
- Trendy
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Location
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- City Shawarma4.42390 miOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsGood for kids
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- Hazel, Bar & Restaurant4.74720.1 mi£20–60Wheelchair accessibleReservations
afternoon tea stand, loose leaf tea, open sandwiches
- 0.1 mi£20–60Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
beef croquettes, tableside guacamole, ceviche
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singl-end Merchant CityGood for kids · Reservations | 4.51,625 | — | £10–20 | avocado toast/smash, croque monsieur, sourdough bread |
| City ShawarmaOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.4239 | 0 mi | — | lamb shawarma wrap, £5.99 lunch deal, fresh crispy fries |
| Hazel, Bar & RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.7472 | 0.1 mi | £20–60 | afternoon tea stand, loose leaf tea, open sandwiches |
| El Santo Bar and RestaurantVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.3511 | 0.1 mi | £20–60 | beef croquettes, tableside guacamole, ceviche |
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