Porter & Rye in Glasgow City

Unfortunately our visit did not live up to expectations for various reasons related to surroundings, service and food quality.When we arrived at our allotted time, the restaurant was not full. We asked if it was possible to sit at one of the booths near the entrance. It took some time and the involvement of two staff members to make a decision but we were eventually told 'no' as apparently the booths were needed for tables of 4. We were then shown to a table at the rear of the restaurant, next to the toilet and positioned so that the person sitting on the banquette was on an uneven join between two cushion sections.We were then served by two different waiting staff, both of whom seemed in a hurry to get our order, the distinct impression being that table turnaround time was their priority.Having placed our order, we were then left unattended for some time until our starters arrived, the staff seemingly preferring to gather at the front of the restaurant. This meant quite a wait with empty drinks glasses as we were unable to attract anyone's attention. However, the starters arrived, we were able to order more drinks and the food was enjoyable at that point.When our mains arrived, a fillet and a rump, we realised shortly afterwards that the fillet steak was cold. The staff were once again congregating at the front of the restaurant, oblivious to the three tables at the back next to the toilet. One of us eventually got up and went over to them to alert them to the problem.After initial discussion with a female member of waiting staff, the manager, Craig, came over. He suggested replacement steaks for both of us so that we would still be able to eat together. This seemed reasonable and we agreed. However, when the steaks returned, they were the same ones reheated. This was rather sheepishly confirmed by Craig when we asked. Obviously this meant they were no longer cooked to the degree initially specified and had toughened in texture. Based on the experience so far, there seemed little point in complaining again so we ate our meals.After the plates were cleared away, we were offered the dessert menu and decided to have a look. When the menu arrived, we were informed that we could choose one each on the house. However, neither of us really felt like having anything more to eat and we just ordered coffee. In a very awkward exchange after that, the female staff member returned to the table to say that the one of us who had been drinking wine could have a free cocktail since we didn't want dessert. We hadn't been drinking cocktails and didn't have any desire to. It seemed a very odd suggestion.We had our coffee and asked for the bill. When it arrived there were some drinks missing from it, deducted, we assume, by the manager, although there was no explanation offered.

Best steak ever? Not far off. Porterhouse rare/blue ... Unbelievable charcoal flavour on the outside and beautifully cooked. Superb. The scallop starter was staggering and the bone marrow starter was delicious too. Great drinks and service too... Not the cheapest, but definitely amazing.

Celebrated our anniversary here 27 Dec and what a great night. The service was outstanding and the steaks are the best we have eaten anywhere. Plenty of parking in the surrounding area too. Clean, warm and friendly atmosphere with all covid measures in place. These guys really know how to cook meat, well done chefs. Well done guys, can't wait to be back. Chris and Lindsay.

Had a fantastic meal for one here - travelling with work and didn’t have a reservation but was able to squeeze up on the ‘bar’ seat by the window and watch the world go by whilst devouring a great steak. Desert was to die for. Check this place out!

Excellent quality of food. Service was fantastic and a lovely vibrant atmosphere. We went with our 4 week old baby and were made very welcome. Would highly recommend 👌

Excellent customer service. Jack was very attentive, knowledgeable and pleasant. The food was excellent (chateaubriand), cocktails also great (they made a French Martini despite it not being on the menu).We will definitely back. Excellent.

Absolutely brilliant Sunday lunch. The roast was phenomenal. Generous portions, really tasty, perfectly cooked meat. Service was great too, very attentive staff. Highly recommend.

Best steak in Glasgow! We had the ox cheek and bone marrow starter which was 10/10 and then ribeye mains 👌🏼ps: you may think that the steak looks small, but actually those langoustines were huge!

Great!! Everything was incredibly good! From the starters, to the main and the dessert! Excellent quality food and even better service. Will be back!

Enjoyed a lovely meal here tonight with my boyfriend, his brother and girlfriend. We ordered the Porter house and cote de boeuf to share. The beef dripping chips were there best chips I've ever tasted, the steaks were delicious. The staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough for you. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Porter and rye. Il definently be back.