All Bar One Glasgow

You know exactly what you're getting when you walk into this St Vincent Street spot - and sometimes that's precisely what you want. The sleek interior feels more polished than your average city centre chain, with plenty of space to spread out whether you're grabbing a quick lunch between meetings or settling in for post-work drinks. The wine list does what it says on the tin, though don't expect anything too adventurous. Where this place really shines is as a reliable meeting point in the financial district - it's the sort of spot where you can actually have a conversation without shouting over thumping music. The food's better than you'd expect from a chain, with decent sharing plates that won't break the bank at around £6-8 each.