Table Twenty Eight is a restaurant in Merchant City, Glasgow. Rated 4.7 stars from 230 Google reviews. Known for steak execution and service attentiveness. Best for steak lovers and special occasions.
Rankings updated May 2026
Table Twenty Eight
Quick Verdict
Table Twenty Eight delivers restaurant-grade cooking and attentive service in a room that feels both sophisticated and genuinely warm—a Merchant City essential.
You want flawlessly cooked steak and attentive service in a room that feels both refined and genuinely welcoming.
About Table Twenty Eight
Table Twenty Eight anchors Merchant City's dining scene with a reputation for flawlessly executed steaks and a dining room that balances sophisticated energy with genuine warmth. The 4.7-star consensus across 230 reviews reflects a kitchen that treats each plate as a statement—melt-in-the-mouth beef, impeccably sourced seafood (oysters and scallops feature prominently), and desserts that linger in memory long after service ends. Service here reads as attentive without theatre: staff navigate large groups and intimate dinners with equal grace, often remembered by name in reviews. The wine list earns consistent praise, and cocktails are crafted with care. Atmosphere balances modern European refinement with a soundtrack that keeps energy alive—the room feels like dining in a stylish friend's kitchen, not a formal hall. The taster menu and chef's selection draw repeat visitors, while the tomahawk Friday deal and Sunday roast specials anchor a menu that rewards both adventurous diners and steak purists. Positioned just outside the pure tourist circuit, it's become the go-to for work celebrations, milestone dinners, and anyone seeking restaurant-grade cooking without pretension.
What Stands Out
Steak execution
Multiple reviews praise steaks as 'melt-in-the-mouth', 'best in town', and 'cooked to perfection'—the signature draw across the review set.
Service attentiveness
Staff are consistently described as 'spectacular', 'outstanding', and 'incredibly attentive' without being pushy; named staff (Mitch, Michelle, Jeff) are specifically thanked in reviews.
Atmosphere and design
Reviewers describe the space as 'beautiful', 'stylish', with 'amazing lighting' and music at 'perfect volume'—a room that works equally well for celebrations and intimate dinners.
Practical Information
Contact
Unit 4/5, Table Twenty Eight, Merchants Square, Located Inside, 71 Albion St, Glasgow G1 1NY, United Kingdom
+44 141 552 3772Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Table Twenty Eight
Yes—it's a frequent choice for birthdays, anniversaries, and milestone dinners. Staff treat celebrations with genuine care, often greeting guests with bubbly and ensuring attentive service throughout.
The steaks are the signature—reviewers consistently praise them as melt-in-the-mouth and perfectly cooked. The seafood (oysters, scallops, prawns) is also highly recommended, and desserts like sticky toffee pudding are memorable.
Absolutely. The restaurant has successfully hosted groups of 30–75 people. Staff manage large parties with impressive organisation, and the atmosphere accommodates both celebration and conversation.
Refined but welcoming—modern European with excellent lighting, curated music, and a room that feels like a stylish friend's kitchen rather than formal or stuffy.
Yes. Cocktails are described as 'phenomenal' and 'divine', and the wine list earns consistent praise for quality and selection.
Reviewers note 'great value' and 'reasonably priced' for the quality delivered—particularly the Chateaubriand at £70 with sides and sauces for two people.
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