Sherbrooke Castle @ 11 Sherbrooke Avenue
After the excitement of our trip to Pollokhouse we decided to go somewhere really nice for our Mothers Day dinner. We decided to stay within the original Stirling-Maxwell familiy's domain though and headed to Pollokshields.
Sherbrooke Castle was built in 1896 as a baronial villa for John Morrison, a respected and obviously well off contractor. The building was designed by the architect Robert Sandylands and John Thomson, the eldest son of Alexander "Greek" Thomson and must have been a pretty impressive house at the time, as its still a pretty impressive hotel today, with a grand vista over the surrounding area.
It was a bright but bitterly cold day and as we walked into the dining room, we were pleased to see a roaring coal fire on one wall pouring out heat. We were initially a bit jealous of the couple who were seated right beside these flames, but as their faces grew redder and redder I think we decided viewing the flickering fire from a distance was actually the best bet. The whole interior feels very solid, with thick dark wood and original prints, paintings and books lining the walls. Its been given a recent make over as well though and the furniture and new decor are modern but entirely fitting for the space. I could easily imagine it as an old gentlemans' club in an other era.
The menus were really tasty looking, with an evening restaurant menu or the lounge bar menu to choose from, between which all bases were covered. I opted for the haggis filo parcel to start, which was light and very yummy and then went for the rib-eye steak for my main. I have to admit it was one of the best steaks I've had in a very long time, rich juicy and melted in the mouth. The rest of the group all really enjoyed their meals too and we agreed it was a place we'd all happily go back.
We were in the main restaurant which was very much fine dinning. The lounge bar however is far more relaxed and when we were leaving I noticed lots of families in having dinner so it looks like its popular with the locals. In short, a great place to take families for special occasions, a pretty ideal Mother's Day venue. Would love to get a proper look round the rest of the building. I bet the bedrooms at the top, which have turrets, have amazing views. Anyone ever stay there and can tell us what its like?
11 Sherbrooke Avenue, Pollokshields, Glasgow, G41 4PG0141 427 4227
Labels: eating, Pollokshields eating
1 Comments:
excellent review Alburt! Its a hidden Glasgow gem. My mum and dad had their wedding there in 1969! I've not stayed there though.
Scott M
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