A'Challtainn at Barras Art and Design

About A'Challtainn at Barras Art and Design

• Food: 5

  Ambience: 5

  Service: 5

  Value: 5

  A'Challtainn - not BAaD

  We had the £12 fish, mussels and drinks deal. It was exceptional value for money. Both dishes were fresh, beautifully presented, and tasted great. The staff we met were friendly, welcoming, and made helpful suggestions. The atmosphere was relaxed and nothing was rushed. Be aware that food is brought as soon as it is ready. We were sharing, so that made no difference but you could find that one person is eating whilst others wait. I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant.

  Karen Gurney - dined in restaurant 05/03/2020
• Food: 5

  Ambience: 4

  Service: 5

  Value: 5

  Yum Yum

  We ordered 5 seafood plates and thoroughly enjoyed every one. We were a bit concerned it would not be enough to eat but it really hit the spot. Will be back soon.

  Stewart Clark - dined in restaurant 24/10/2019

Scottish seafood in East End of Glasgow

A’Challtainn is an award-winning seafood restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of Barras Art and Design at the Barras. It is pronounced A Cawl Tain, after the Gaelic for Calton. As well as being the name for this part of Glasgow, it also means the hazel wood. The restaurant is on a mezzanine level overlooking the BAaD courtyard. The cocktail bar nestles under the restaurant and provides views of the chefs at work.

Sustainably sourced Scottish seafood

Serving the finest Scottish fish and shellfish, alongside carefully crafted meat and vegetarian dishes, the kitchen at A’Challtainn takes great pride in their sustainably sourced seafood. Beautifully presented, the dishes range from simple oysters and plates of langoustines to options like the pan-seared hake with mango, red onion and coriander salsa plus peppered rocket leaves. From the starters, the charred octopus and the Cullen skink are always popular. Neither vegetarians or carnivores are overlooked. The pulled shoulder of lamb with Israeli cous cous, harissa, pomegranate and mint would please the latter while beetroot gravlax or confit leeks with kimchi and kohlrabi dressing and wasabi mayo might appeal to the former.

Calton transport and attractions

A’Challtainn is a seafood restaurant and bar in the Barras Art and Design complex on Calton Entry. It is just around the corner from music venues such as Barrowland Ballroom and Saint Luke’s. Glasgow Green is a short walk. There is restricted on-street parking and pay parking at Spoutmouth. The nearest train station is Argyle Street.