Nur
- Telephone 0141 258 2326
- Opening times Tue–Sun 5–9.30pm.
- Food served Tue–Sun 5–10.30pm. Closed Mon.
- Pre-theatre times Sun–Thu 5pm–7pm, Fri/Sat 5pm–6.30pm
- Average price £16 (lunch); £16 (evening meal)
- Pre-theatre price £12.95
- Website www.nur-restaurant.co.uk
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This review is taken from the current (2013) edition.
Chef Ali Hammudah may be the only Egyptian restaurant owner to lose his kitchen to a Scottish hurricane (Bawbag) but the reopened Nur is well worth the weathering of a storm. You can taste the passion for food when tucking into fava beans in garlic and generous portions packed with complex flavours. Nutty tahina dip, a welcome hummus alternative, makes a light start and meat from the grill yields to the first bite, with a lovely smoky aftertaste. The simple tagine with tender lamb arrives in rich tomato sauce and after all that, dessert may seem like a stretch. Traditional hibiscus tea though, is a refreshing palate cleanser and delicate, soft baklava deftly combines nuts and fragrant scents. BYOB with modest corkage allows washing this down with a drink but staff recommend Shani, a curiously tasty Egyptian soft drink. The understated but authentic atmosphere is subtly created by soft cushions and muted deep brown earth tones, a relaxed but stylish setting for an evening meal. The attention to detail throughout results in a memorable experience – Glasgow’s diners should be delighted Ali’s pride and joy survived.
- High point: Unusual, high-quality dishes delivered with care
- Low point: Don’t let the location put you off
- Private dining: Up to 20 covers
- Provides: Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Pre-theatre menu, Outdoor tables, Live music
- Music on stereo: Egyptian traditional music
- Capacity: 50
- Largest group: 50
- Open since: 2009
- BYOB: £3.95, 75p beer corkage
Event times
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Belly Dance Classes
Weekly Egyptian-style belly dance classes covering technique, combinations and choreography.
Sat 22 Jun
£5 / 07852 768043
- 11:30 – 12:30 Nur Belly Dance Classes
Sat 29 Jun
£5 / 07852 768043
- 11:30 – 12:30 Nur Belly Dance Classes
Sat 6 Jul
£5 / 07852 768043
- 11:30 – 12:30 Nur Belly Dance Classes
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blackcat – 16 May 2011, 11:16am
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Delicious food, beautiful decor, friendly staff and reasonably priced. This is a hidden gem only five minutes walk across the river from Central Station.
Our party consisted of myself a vegetarian and three carnivors. We all left impressed and with our bellies full of some of the best food we have ever tasted in Glasgow. Although the menu may sound similar to other Meditranian/ Middle Eastern eateries the flavours and quality are superior to all else out there.
We began our meal with an assortment of Mezze dishes which we shared. These delights were consumed alongside some complimentary experimental tasters from the chef (Calamari in a beautiful spicy tomato sauce and chunks of velvety liver subtly enhanced with herbs and spices and cooked to perfection).
Our mains were equally impressive. Mixed kebabs that were enthused about for their smokey barbeque flavour, served with more of the delicious dips, salad and rice/ potatos. I opted for a tangine. This is a dish I would normally avoid ordering after having bland versions elsewhere. These tangines however were out of this world. Bursting with rich, intense flavours they were a complete revelation.
Bringing your own alcohol is an added bonus. No moans about wine lists, prices etc and ice buckets are provided for whites.
Nur has a unique ambience enhanced by beautiful food that is loving prepared with care, attention and pride. I would encourage anyone to get out of the mind set that if it is not West End or City centre then it is not worth the journey. Nur is five minutes walk from Central Station, that is nearer than Sauchial Street. Also next to Nur is a fantastic bar called the Lauriston. Although its exterior is not inviting the inside is a perfectly preserved old Glasgow bar with a warm welcome and beer served in chilled glasses. Cannot recommend the place enough.
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food fan – 14 Dec 2010, 4:32pm
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Great food, the most garlic babaganoush I have ever tasted. Interesting stuff that looked like vegetatarian haggis, mashed potatoes with a layer of peas and mint, tagines and kebabs. I think what I might remember most were the lovely non-alcoholic drinks - I had habiscus tea when I came in, lime water during the meal and mint tea (but not the normal stuff) after. Glad I had gone during working day and had not thought to order alcohol!
Average rating /5 from 2 reviews of Nur.
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