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El Santo, Glasgow, Glasgow City

El Santo

4.4
4.4
574 Reviews
£26 to £40
Latin American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Welcome to El Santo, the pulsating heart of Latin American culture & cuisine in the heart of Glasgow! Experience an explosion of flavours at our casual luxury dining venue, with a tantalising menu of small, shareable dishes, transporting you on a gastronomical adventure across Latin America.

As the sun sets, the rhythm of our bar & dance floor takes over. Immerse yourself in the irresistible beats of our DJs and the fiery passion of our dancers every Friday & Saturday! Our Saturdays are truly special, featuring Live Entertainment in the evening.

Discover the allure of our El Santito Speakeasy, available for private events that can be fully customised to meet your specific needs. Experience the magic and create unforgettable memories at El Santito!

Book now and experience the exotic vibrancy and mouth-watering delights of Latin America at El Santo. ¡Te esperamos ansiosos!
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Brazilian, Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00
  • Phone number
    0141 260 0770
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Our vibrant speakeasy accommodates up to 66 seated or 80-standing guests. Custom menus, live music, flair bartenders, and more! Capture the magic with our professional photography and videography. Contact us at info@elsanto.co.uk for details. Let's create your dream event!
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: 0141 260 0770
  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Cross Street
    Miller Street, George Square, Ingram Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow Queen Street Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Rodizio BBQ menu - £38.95

    GBP 38.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in continuous table-side service of the finest grilled meats, by charcoal grill rodizio style. Using your sliders to control the flow, so that you can enjoy at your own pace. Turn to green and our passadores (meat chefs) will bring out skewers of freshly prepared meats one by one. Slide to red to indicate a resting point. Our meat is usually served medium-rare to medium, though we are happy to serve all our cuts to your preferred taste. A sumptuous selection of Brazilian hot side dishes are served directly at your table upon request to complement your meal. Our Rodizio BBQ includes: Unlimited meat - 12 options Unlimited sides - 7 options Unlimited sauces - 4 options 1 classic Caipirinha or Mocktail
    Sunday Rodizio BBQ menu - £38.95 photo
  • El Santo Sunday Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a taste of El Santo on Sundays with a selection of Sharing Plates, Grill Parilla and Accompaniments. Start with some Croquettas de Chancho y Yucca or Empanadas Argentinas, followed by some Picanha or our wonderful Sharing Meat Platter with some Verduras a la Parrilla. Available on Sundays.
  • £10 deposit pp - Hogmanay at El Santo

    GBP 10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us this New Year's Eve for a Hogmanay like no other! Start your evening sipping cocktails, popping champagnes and enjoying the exquisite flavours of South American cuisine. For food bookings, we will be running 3 menus: - our day to day, standard, A La Carte Menu, including our sharing option. This will give you the flexibility to eat whatever you want! - our premium sharing (at £50pp) - and our indulgent sharing (at £70pp). £10 deposit per person will be redeemed against your bill. If you book your dining table for 9pm (or later), you will have the table until the rest of the evening. We will be partying till 2am with our resident DJ - prepare your dancing shoes, get your friends and reserve your spot now!

What 574 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Innovative

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Hot spot

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Lively

  • Glasgow

    Innovative

  • Glasgow

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Glasgow

    Hot spot

  • Glasgow

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Santo offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the delicious Rodizio BBQ, inventive cocktails, and lively atmosphere. Though some note inconsistent service, the friendly staff and engaging entertainment like salsa dancers create a memorable ambiance that keeps patrons coming back.

574 Reviews
  1. James

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was horrendous service not much better ,should concentrate on getting food right before silly dancers around your table ,will not being going back or advising to eat and spend your money there

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  2. Gwen

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food & atmosphere with staff who go above & beyond & seem to be a lovely team. We visited on a Friday evening so got to see the amazing dancers who really put on a great show. One small negative was the drinks service was very slow & could be improved but we still had a really great night & will be back.

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  3. Elaine

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and venue, good size portions , lovely cocktails. Went to celebrate my daughter’s birthday who loves this place.

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  4. Simon

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointed today. Previous visit excellent. Food was great but for those prices everything should be perfect. Staff are very matter of fact and not particularly welcoming/ friendly. We had a lot of leftovers and these were thrown away after we made a particular point of asking to take them away. No apology, no offer anything. Would need to be convinced to return. El Santo needs to up its “service” game to match the quality of the food

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  5. Sean

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant establishment and venue, spot on service and spot on food. Shout out out to Wesley our server absolute gentlemen.
    El SantoResponded 1 day ago
    Dining with you was a true pleasure. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and look forward to serving you again soon at El Santo. Cheers and see you again soon!

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  6. Peter

    Glasgow

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff not as good as before the latest turnaround. There was a booked party in the cocktail bar we did not know about. It was our sixth time in El Santo but sadly we won’t be back.
    El SantoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback Peter. At El Santo, we strive to deliver exceptional service and delicious food every time, and it’s disappointing to learn we didn’t meet that standard during your visit. Your concerns about staff and communication are noted, and we’re actively addressing these to ensure a better experience for all. We’d love the chance to welcome you back and restore your faith in El Santo.

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  7. Donna

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were incredible with our son’s allergies, very attentive & knowledgeable. Noisy atmosphere but we enjoy that buzz. We will definitely return as dining with teenagers is a challenge and they couldn’t have been any more accommodating.
    El SantoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the amazing review Donna! Your kind words inspire our team to continue delivering great food and service. We hope you’ll join us again at El Santo for another great dining experience.

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  8. Stewart

    Glasgow

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Service v slow, deposit not taken off bill and probably wouldn't have happened until I noticed when I was leaving. Tables next to us were incredibly loud.
    El SantoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the delays and oversight with your bill, as well as the noise from nearby tables. We’re committed to creating a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for all guests and will use your comments to improve. We’d love the chance to welcome you back and provide the exceptional service El Santo is known for.

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  9. Linda

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time, booked without a personal recommendation just reviews on websites and did not disappoint. Felt like every dish we tried was better than the last.
    El SantoResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you so much for the glowing review! Your support means everything to us, Linda. Until next time, keep being amazing!

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  10. Calum

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very impressive all round. Will definitely be back again!
    El SantoResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you for your thoughtful review Calum! The team is thrilled to hear you loved your time at El Santo. Let’s make more delicious memories soon!

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FAQs

El Santo is rated 4.4 stars by 574 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Santo

84 Miller St, Glasgow, Glasgow City G1 1DT

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Miller Street, George Square, Ingram Street
  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Brazilian, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow Queen Street Station
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Phone number
    0141 260 0770
  • Private party facilities
    Our vibrant speakeasy accommodates up to 66 seated or 80-standing guests. Custom menus, live music, flair bartenders, and more! Capture the magic with our professional photography and videography. Contact us at info@elsanto.co.uk for details. Let's create your dream event!
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: 0141 260 0770
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