Qua Restaurant Glasgow

4.5 (29)

£25 and under

Italian

68 Ingram Street, Glasgow, G1 1EX

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About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Family-run Italian restaurant not owned by a multi-national company or named after a celebrity chef where the hardworking and pleasant staff have the same aim as you- making sure you have an enjoyable meal.
Numerous glowing newspaper reviews justified by a growing and loyal customer base. Lovely location in Merchant City- Glasgow"s beautiful and vibrant "cultural quarter" - within a very short distance from George Square, the Gallery of Modern Art, the Tron Theatre, the Ramshorn Theatre, the Old Fruitmarket and City Halls.
Contemporary Italian cuisine is served beside, of course, all your Italian favourites on an extensive menu which changes with the seasons. By contrast with many restaurants in this day and age, the head chef and second chef have been in place for 8 and 5 years respectively and have a combined restaurant/culinary experience of over 50 (yes, 50) years.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.quarestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
68 Ingram Street, Glasgow, G1 1EX
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Parking details
Street parking is available on both sides of the whole length of the street directly outside the restaurant (free of charge after 6pm Mon - Sat and free all day on Sundays. Further, a large "pay and display" car park is directly across the road form the restaurant.
Public transit
Bus stops are all around as it is the City Centre and the main terminal at "Buchanan Street Bus Station" is within 5 minutes walking distance from the restaurant- as are two major train stations ("High Street" and "Glasgow Queen Street").
Additional
Banquet, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Bruschetta Classica£4.95
Oven-baked freshly-made hot crusty Italian garlic bread topped with chopped fresh salad tomatoes (cold) dressed in basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil served with a small salad garnish.
Caprese£5.95
Classic sliced tomato and fresh buffalo mozzarella salad dressed with fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Paté Raffinato£5.95
Freshly prepared chef's own recipe smooth chicken liver (cooked through) paté served cold with hard melba toast shards, oatcakes, red berry coulis and small salad garnish.
Gamberetti In Salsa Rosa£5.95
Classic freshwater baby prawn cocktail with marie rose sauce served over mixed leaf lettuce. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Mozzarella Fritta£4.95
Golden-fried breaded mozzarella fingers served with a side dip of sweet tomato and chilli sauce and small salad garnish.
Funghi Ripieni£6.95
Golden-fried whole breaded mushrooms stuffed with mozzarella and our own recipe smooth chicken liver paté served with a side dip of garlic mayo.
Crostini Misti£5.95
Trio of oven-baked freshly-made hot crusty Italian garlic bread topped with sweet mixed peppers, sautéed mushrooms and D.O.C. quality Parma Ham served with a small salad garnish.
Salsiccia & Polenta£6.95
Our own recipe oven-baked sliced pork, cinnamon and fennel Italian sausage (slightly spiced) served over polenta in a blended tomato and mixed Italian herb sauce.
Calamari Fritti£6.95
Delicious fresh Scottish squid cut into rings and golden-fried in a light batter served with fresh lemon wedge, small salad garnish and a side dip of garlic mayo.
Prosciutto & Melone£7.95
D.O.C. quality sliced Parma Ham served over sliced honeydew melon and red berry coulis.
Salmone Scozzese Affumicato£8.95
Quality Loch Fyne smoked salmon slices dressed with capers, extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon wedge. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Melone Alla Qua£8.95
Freshwater baby prawns with marie rose sauce, honeydew melon slices and quality Loch Fyne smoked salmon slices.
Cozze Al Vapore£7.95
Steamed Scottish West Coast mussels finished in either (1) white wine, garlic and lemon juice or (2) blended tomato, garlic, crushed dried chillies and mixed Italian herb sauce- your choice. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Antipasto Misto All'italiana£9.95
Time-honoured selection of cured speciality meats, fresh buffalo mozzarella, artichokes, olives and traditional Italian style pickled vegetables and small salad garnish. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Gamberoni Piccanti£9.95
Peeled and de-veined fresh tiger prawns sautéed in garlic, blended tomato and crushed dried chilli sauce served with a mixed salad garnish and some of our own oven-baked Italian garlic bread.
Bresaola Con Rucola£9.95
Razor-thin sliced cured Italian speciality dry beef served with rocket leaf, parmesan shavings, extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.

Zuppe - Soups

Zuppa Del Giorno£4.50
Today's freshly-made soup of the day served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Minestrone£4.50
Freshly-made seasonal mixed vegetable soup served with our own daily-made Italian bread.

Insalate Speciale - Special Large Salads

Insalata Fantasia£7.95
Mixed green and purple lettuce, rocket leaf, crumbled goats' cheese, fresh honeydew melon pieces, dried apricot pieces, sweet mixed roasted peppers and sesame seed. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.
Pollo Alla Qua Salad£9.95
Pan-seared chicken breast cut into strips and served over mixed leaf lettuce in a simplified Caesar dressing of garlic mayo, croutons and parmesan shavings. Served with our own daily-made Italian bread.

Pasta Dishes

Spaghetti Napoli£7.95
Classic freshly prepared Neapolitan-style blended tomato and fresh basil sauce.
Spaghetti Aglio & Olio£7.95
Simple pasta dish prepared with just extra virgin olive oil, garlic, crushed dried chillies and flat-leaf parsley.
Penne Arrabbiata£7.95
Southern Italy's most popular sauce of blended tomato, crushed dried chillies, garlic and Italian mixed herbs.
Penne Amatriciana£8.50
Roman style sauce of blended tomato, white wine, bacon, chopped onion and crushed dried chillies.
Spaghetti Bolognese£8.95
Speciality freshly-prepared "Ragu" of minced quality Scotch beef and minced seasonal mixed vegetables.
Spaghetti Carbonara Italiana£8.50
Italian style carbonara sauce (made with just a touch of fresh cream) of extra virgin olive oil, egg yolk, bacon and parmesan. Should you prefer a more creamy sauce then please request such when you order and we shall be delighted to oblige.
Tagliatelle Alfredo£8.50
Sliced sauteéd mushrooms, garlic and fresh cream sauce.
Lasagne Al Forno (Main Only)£8.95
Oven-baked Scotch quality beef mince and béchamel lasagne topped with generous ladles of our Bolognese and Napoli sauces and mozzarella cheese.
Penne Alla Paesana (Main Only)£9.95
Our own recipe oven-baked sliced pork, cinnamon and fennel Italian sausage (slightly spiced), blended tomato, garlic and white wine sauce.
Penne Al Pollo (Main Only)£9.95
Chicken breast-cuts, sweet mixed peppers, garlic, finished with parmesan cheese, fresh cream and a touch of blended tomato.
Spaghetti Alla Marinara (Main Only)£14.95
Classic mixed fresh shellfish & seafood dish made finished in a sauce of blended tomato, crushed chillies and garlic.
Penne Al Filetto (Main Only)£14.95
Tomato, red wine, red onion, mixed Italian herbs and 4oz of sliced Scottish prime beef fillet (medium-well sliced beef fillet).
Linguine Nere Con Gamberoni (Main Only)£14.95
Fresh black pasta made with squid ink served with peeled and de-veined fresh tiger prawns in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, crushed dried chillies and cherry tomatoes then topped with a few sprigs of fresh rocket leaf.

Risotti - Traditional Arborio Rice Dishes

Risotto Ai Funghi & Piselli£8.50
Simple dish prepared using wild Scottish woodland mushrooms, peas, parmesan and finished with a touch of fresh cream. Contains Parmesan.
Risotto Alla Romana£9.95
Saffron and sautéed mixed seasonal vegetables finished with a touch of fresh cream and then topped with a rich tomato "sugo" made with our own recipe oven-baked sliced pork, cinnamon and fennel Italian sausage (slightly spiced).
Risotto Alla Pescatora£14.95
Classic mixed fresh shellfish & seafood dish made finished in a sauce of blended tomato, crushed chillies and garlic.

Pizza Dishes

Stone-baked 11" thin base Roman-style pizza made with our freshly-prepared dough.

Margherita£7.50
Tomato, mozzarella and basil.
Boscaiola£7.95
Tomato, mozzarella and sliced sautéed mushrooms.
Pepperoni£8.95
Tomato, mozzarella and spiced Italian "pepperoni" pork sausage.
Cabana£8.95
Tomato, mozzarella, cooked ham and fresh pineapple pieces.
Lucy£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella, spiced "pepperoni" pork sausage, sweet mixed peppers and fresh pineapple pieces.
Tricolore£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella, our own recipe sliced pork, cinnamon and fennel Italian sausage (slightly spiced) and broccoli florettes.
Quattro Formaggi£8.95
Tomato and mixed cheeses- usually Italian blue, emmental, brie and mozzarella.
Salsiccia Piccante & Rucola£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella, our own recipe sliced pork, cinnamon and fennel Italian sausage (slightly spiced), crushed dried chillies and topped with fresh rocket leaf.
Al Crudo£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella and topped with sliced D.O.C. quality Parma Ham.
Presidente£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella, two types of sliced "pepperoni" sausage, sweet mixed peppers and topped with sliced "salami" sausage.
Inferno£9.95
Tomato, mozzarella, chicken breast pieces, sliced "pepperoni" sausage and sliced extra-spicy marinated jalapeno peppers.
Cristina£10.95
Tomato and mozzarella then topped with fresh rocket leaf, sliced D.O.C. quality Parma Ham and parmesan shavings.
Alla Qua£10.95
Tomato, mozzarella, Italian blue cheese, red onion and topped with fresh rocket leaf and sliced D.O.C. quality Parma Ham.
Calzone£9.95
Folded pizza envelope stuffed with tomato, mozzarella, cooked ham and spiced Italian "pepperoni" pork sausage.

Pesce - Fish Dishes

Salmone Dello Chef£15.95
Quality fillet-cut of fresh Scottish salmon pan-sautéed in white wine, lemon juice, peeled and de-veined tiger prawns, baby freshwater prawns and sweet mixed peppers. Served with a side portion of seasonal mixed vegetables and potatoes.
Merluzzo Provencale£15.95
North Atlantic fresh cod fillet-cuts poached in an abundance of blended tomato, garlic, oregano and fresh flat leaf parsley sauce with a touch of fresh cream. Served with sticky white rice.
Fritto Misto Italiano£15.95
Classic simple Italian seaside lightly battered golden-fried mixed fish/shellfish dish usually prepared with peeled and de-veined fresh tiger prawns, fresh calamari rings and our most fresh white fish fillet pieces. Served with fresh lemon, garlic mayo dip and a side of mixed Italian style salad.
Branzino Della Casa£17.95
North Atlantic fresh seabass fillets (2) simply poached in white wine, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary and cherry tomatoes. Served with a side portion of seasonal mixed vegetables and potatoes.

Carne - Meat Dishes

All of our meat dishes are served with a side dish of seasonal mixed vegetables & potatoes unless otherwise specifically stated/requested.

Pollo Alla Diavola£14.95
Pan-seared chicken supreme finished in our tasty house speciality gravy of red wine, crushed dried chillies and venison stock.
Pollo Valdostana£14.95
Golden-fried breaded chicken supreme topped with cooked ham and mozzarella cheese, sage leaf and a classic Napoli (blended tomato) sauce.
Vitello Alla Milanese£15.95
Golden-fried breaded grade-one Dutch veal escallops served with fresh lemon and, as tradition dictates, a portion of Spaghetti Napoli (as opposed to mixed vegetables and potatoes).
Vitello Dello Chef£15.95
Pan-seared escallops of grade-one Dutch veal topped with sliced D.O.C. quality Parma Ham poached in an abundance of Marsala (sweet red) wine and sage leaf.
Agnello Alla Romana£17.95
Pan-grilled quality Scotch lamb chops simply pre-marinated in garlic, extra virgin olive oil and rosemary.
Bistecca Alla Griglia£17.95
Grilled Scottish prime 9oz beef sirloin steak available plain or finished in the following house speciality sauces (see below).
Filetto All Griglia£21.95
Grilled Scottish prime 8oz beef fillet steak available plain or finished in the following house speciality sauces (see below).

House Speciality Sauces

£2.95.

Alla Qua
Marsala (sweet red) wine, truffle oil and mixed wild mushrooms.
Pizzaiola
tomato, garlic, red wine, oregano and capers.

Reviews

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4.5

(29)

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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29 Reviews

D
Donald
London1 review
5.0
Dined on August 27, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Itilian restaurant with a good selection of daily specials.
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Neils
Newcastle1 review
4.0
Dined on May 4, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impromptu weekend visit to Glasgow, good find for food. Great atmosphere and staff.
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JAPS1972
Warwickshire20 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great find in central Glasgow, authentic Italian restaurant with excellent staff and clearly the food is good as there were many Italians also eating here. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and they were happy and enthusiastic, the food was filling and well cooked. Would definitely return on my next visit to Glasgow.
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AndyO
Glasgow1 review
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A great location, good friendly staff and an extremely competitively priced menu. We both enjoyed our meal - although we have had better Italian meals in the city - the wine was good but Qua's main selling points were the atmosphere and the staff. It had a busy atmosphere with lots of hustle and bustle whilst still feeling cosy at the table. The staff were excellent - friendly, funny and very good at their jobs. So, its not the best Italian in Glasgow but it has one of the best feels. It was also not expensive at all. In summary I would return for a quick bite rather than a night out. Thanks!
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AW17
Glasgow2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu with lots of options. Friendly efficient service and reasonable prices
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Alfie
Glasgow3 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 17, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food ,portions very generous Food prepared to high standard. Atmosphere very Italian. Definitely recommend this venue
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JillB
Glasgow3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff are very helpful, quirky and couldn't do enough for you. Food excellent, and plenty of it. Will definitely be back.
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KarenH
Glasgow3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 31, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a great welcome and friendly service. A place where you don't need to dress up to eat good food.
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Hecelsmom Gold
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 23, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best meal we had in Scotland! Waiters were super friendly and professional. The carbonara is to die for. My only regret is that I won't be in Glasgow anytime soon to be able to dine there again!
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DrL1884
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice restaurant, good food good service, nice atmosphere will definitely come again next time I am in Glasgow.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.quarestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
68 Ingram Street, Glasgow, G1 1EX
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Parking details
Street parking is available on both sides of the whole length of the street directly outside the restaurant (free of charge after 6pm Mon - Sat and free all day on Sundays. Further, a large "pay and display" car park is directly across the road form the restaurant.
Public transit
Bus stops are all around as it is the City Centre and the main terminal at "Buchanan Street Bus Station" is within 5 minutes walking distance from the restaurant- as are two major train stations ("High Street" and "Glasgow Queen Street").
Additional
Banquet, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

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Qua Restaurant Glasgow

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Primi Piatti - Starters

Bruschetta Classica£4.95

Caprese£5.95

Paté Raffinato£5.95

Gamberetti In Salsa Rosa£5.95

Mozzarella Fritta£4.95

Funghi Ripieni£6.95

Crostini Misti£5.95

Salsiccia & Polenta£6.95

Calamari Fritti£6.95

Prosciutto & Melone£7.95

Salmone Scozzese Affumicato£8.95

Melone Alla Qua£8.95

Cozze Al Vapore£7.95

Antipasto Misto All'italiana£9.95

Gamberoni Piccanti£9.95

Bresaola Con Rucola£9.95

Zuppe - Soups

Zuppa Del Giorno£4.50

Minestrone£4.50

Insalate Speciale - Special Large Salads

Insalata Fantasia£7.95

Pollo Alla Qua Salad£9.95

Pasta Dishes

Spaghetti Napoli£7.95

Spaghetti Aglio & Olio£7.95

Penne Arrabbiata£7.95

Penne Amatriciana£8.50

Spaghetti Bolognese£8.95

Spaghetti Carbonara Italiana£8.50

Tagliatelle Alfredo£8.50

Lasagne Al Forno (Main Only)£8.95

Penne Alla Paesana (Main Only)£9.95

Penne Al Pollo (Main Only)£9.95

Spaghetti Alla Marinara (Main Only)£14.95

Penne Al Filetto (Main Only)£14.95

Linguine Nere Con Gamberoni (Main Only)£14.95

Risotti - Traditional Arborio Rice Dishes

Risotto Ai Funghi & Piselli£8.50

Risotto Alla Romana£9.95

Risotto Alla Pescatora£14.95

Pizza Dishes

Margherita£7.50

Boscaiola£7.95

Pepperoni£8.95

Cabana£8.95

Lucy£9.95

Tricolore£9.95

Quattro Formaggi£8.95

Salsiccia Piccante & Rucola£9.95

Al Crudo£9.95

Presidente£9.95

Inferno£9.95

Cristina£10.95

Alla Qua£10.95

Calzone£9.95

Pesce - Fish Dishes

Salmone Dello Chef£15.95

Merluzzo Provencale£15.95

Fritto Misto Italiano£15.95

Branzino Della Casa£17.95

Carne - Meat Dishes

Pollo Alla Diavola£14.95

Pollo Valdostana£14.95

Vitello Alla Milanese£15.95

Vitello Dello Chef£15.95

Agnello Alla Romana£17.95

Bistecca Alla Griglia£17.95

Filetto All Griglia£21.95

House Speciality Sauces

Pepe Verde

Alla Qua

Pizzaiola

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