A city fine dining restaurant previously recognised by the Michelin Guide has been reinvented as a casual brunch café under new ownership.

Located in a 19th century tenement in Glasgow's East End, Bilson Eleven opened in late 2016 and under the leadership of chef Nick Rietz became known as one of the city's most exciting tasting menu experiences. 

Now it has been confirmed that Bilson Eleven is no longer being operating as a fine dining restaurant, and has now been renamed as Bilson's Café Bistro.

Glasgow Times: Pictured: Nick Rietz of Bilson ElevenPictured: Nick Rietz of Bilson Eleven (Image: newsquest)

 

Glasgow Times:

A statement posted on social media reads: "What happened to Bilson Eleven?

"It was always going to be a challenge - fine dining in Glasgow's East End, but we carried on regardless. Covid was the start of new challenges, and we powered on.

"Then the cost of living, business rates, the hike in energy costs to name, but a few meant we'd nothing left to give and couldn't carry on.

"We needed to change direction to adapt to the world we are living in and cater more to what everyone wants -  breakfast brunch and lunch -  casual and affordable.

"Under new ownership but with the same amazing chef, Bilson's Café Bistro was born."

 

the menu at Bilson's Café Bistro includes a selection of dishes ranging from French toast with Birch syrup or vegan breakfast muffins to loaded skillets with BBQ beef cheek and gnocchi, potato raclette and smoked haddock.

Alongside soft drinks and coffees are cocktails, beers wines and spirits.

Bilson's is located at 10 Annfield Place in Glasgow.

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