Category Archives: cafes

S’mug -Byres road

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S’mug is a small cafe coffee shop just off Byres road beside marks and Spencer’s.
Positives
-level access and level throughout -movable seating and disabled accessible toilet
-good selection of sandwiches, cakes, milkshakes and hot drinks
- car park space (although expensive) adjacent
Negative
-quite small space some manoeuvring in wheelchair difficult at busy times
-entrance door quite heavy and slight incline in pavement on way out
Overall, a relatively decent spot for a light snack or drink especially when smaller cafes on Byres road become overcrowded http://www.list.co.uk/place/103285-smug/

Cafezique and delizique – Partickhill

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Cafezique and delizique are two linked eateries in the West end. This review focuses on Cafezique
Positives
-level access to building, to some of the tables, to the bar and toilet facilities
-good range of unusual deli type food including all day breakfast, soups, sandwiches, main meals and cakes
Negatives
-parking in this part of the West End can be almost impossible
-pathway to toilet too narrow for a wheelchair due to tables and bar stools.
There is a 5 cm step up to the toilet entrance. Within the toilet there are no grab rails, the emergency cord is tied up out of reach and the sink/hand dryer facilities are at normal standing height.
Overall, this is a nice Cafe but is not suitable for the was dependent on a wheelchair. It would be suitable for those with mobility difficulties provided they could be dropped at the door

Heart Buchanan -Byres rd

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Heart Buchanan is a small cafe and deli on Byres rd

Positives
the restaurant and deli are level inside
There is movable seating
It has a nice selection of deli type sandwiches, soup, quiches and lots of different cakes

Negatives
there is a step up to the premises
There is no disabled toilet and the non disabled facilities are downstairs
There is little room to manoeuvre within the venue
Being on Byres rd, parking is difficult although the Waitrose car park across the street does provide limited parking free up to 1hr

Overall this venue would not be suitable for wheelchair users. Users with limited mobility may be able to manage although not if they require the use of bathroom facilities.

Crepe a croissant- Byres Road

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this  small French cafe is located at the top of Byres Road.
Positives
Level access level into and throughout
Disabled toilet available and clean
Movable seating so could accommodate wheelchair although narrow may be difficult to manouevre at busy times
Uniquely for west end with its good selection of crêpes freshly made with sweet and savoury varieties
Reasonably priced

Disadvantages
difficult to park nearby. Although the Waitrose car park is available across the street
Small venue so tables can be difficult to get at busy times
http://www.crepe.org.uk/

The chocolate factory – Woodlands

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Positives
There is level access to the venue and throughout
There is movable seating
There is a disabled toilet available
There is a delicious range of chocolatey snacks, drinks and ch…ocolate making classes
The staff are friendly and helpful
Negatives
parking can be difficult in Woodlands. But can usually be found in the adjacent street especially if you have a disabled badge.
Overall, this is a good slightly different option for an afternoon catchup especially for anyone with children as there’s lots of space for them to run around

Cup – city centre branch

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Cup
I am a big fan and a previously reviewed Cup on Byres road.
I have not visited the branch in town but I have discussed its accessibility with the owners of the Byres road branch.
They advised me that it is not suitable for wheelchair uses or those with significantly impaired mobility. As there are a number of steps to the entrance. Also, the only toilets are downstairs.
I hope this review is of use. A more detailed review is unlikely as the premises aren’t accessible to myself but I thought it would be useful to say this much in case any fans of the West End branch wanted to try the city centre version

The Richmond – woodlands

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The Richmond describes itself as a modern  gentleman’s club  and doesn’t disappoint
Positives
Level access venue, venue level throughout
Movable seating to accommodate wheelchairs at most tables
Disabled toilet available
Parking is limited as always in the west end but better here than most places as it’s situated in a cul de sac and near the park and ride for the subway. As well as being on a couple of bus routes.
It’s also just opposite Kelvingrove park if you want a wee post lunch wander This place has really friendly and helpful staff
The food is mix of trendy cafe bites including burgers, sandwiches, wraps and sharing plates but REALLY well done with great flavors and generous portions. It also offers a varied and different from the norm cocktail menu.
Negatives: No dedicated disabled parking??
Overall, it all comes together for me with the main positive being the overall feel of a cool chilled out spot in the heart of the west end for a lazy weekend brunch or classy weeknight dinner. A great new trendy and accessible west end wonder http://therichmondglasgow.com/