Heading to the OVO Hydro for a concert, comedy show or one of the many events that come through Glasgow?
Why not make a proper evening of it?
Rather than grabbing something to eat at the venue or rushing for dinner between arriving in Glasgow and finding your seat, there’s a much more relaxed option just a short distance away.
The Buttery sits on Argyle Street, making it a convenient choice for anyone looking for a restaurant near the OVO Hydro before an event.
And getting there afterwards couldn’t be much easier.
How close is The Buttery to the OVO Hydro?
The Buttery is around a 15-minute walk from the OVO Hydro, or roughly four minutes by car depending on traffic.
But one of the easiest ways to get there is by train.
Anderston Station is just a short walk from The Buttery. From there, it’s one stop to Exhibition Centre Station.
One stop.
You can enjoy dinner at The Buttery, take a short walk to Anderston Station, hop on the train and be at Exhibition Centre Station within minutes. From there, the OVO Hydro is just a short walk away.
It’s a simple route, particularly on a busy event night when you might not want to worry about driving, parking or finding a taxi.
The perfect pre-event dinner
There’s something to be said for sitting down for a proper meal before an event.
You can arrive in Glasgow, take your time over dinner, enjoy a drink and catch up with whoever you’re going to the show with.
For anyone heading to the Hydro, The Buttery’s pre-theatre menu is particularly well suited to the occasion.
It gives you the chance to enjoy a meal before making your way to the venue, without needing to spend the whole evening at the restaurant.
The menu changes with the seasons, with a choice of starters, mains and desserts showcasing the sort of classic Scottish and seasonal cooking The Buttery is known for.
It’s a great option if you want a proper meal before your event, but still want plenty of time to get across to the Hydro.
Why eat at The Buttery before the Hydro?
There’s a difference between grabbing something because you’re hungry and actually going out for dinner.
At The Buttery, you can sit down, enjoy a few courses, have a drink and settle into the evening before heading to the show.
Our restaurant offers a traditional setting with plenty of character, alongside a menu built around seasonal ingredients and carefully prepared dishes.
It gives you somewhere comfortable to meet before the crowds arrive at the Hydro.
And because you’re already so close to the venue, you don’t need to allow hours for the journey afterwards.
A little more relaxed than eating at the venue
The OVO Hydro has plenty of food and drink options available, which can be useful when you’re short on time.
But if you have the opportunity to arrive in Glasgow a little earlier, why not sit down and enjoy dinner properly?
The pre-theatre menu makes this particularly easy.
You can book your table, enjoy your meal and then make your way towards the Hydro without having to worry about finding somewhere to eat once you arrive at the venue.
It also means the evening starts before you even reach the show.
Getting from The Buttery to the OVO Hydro
Once you’ve finished dinner, Anderston Station is just a short walk away.
From there, Exhibition Centre is the next stop.
It’s a quick journey and puts you right beside the SEC, with the OVO Hydro just a short walk from the station.
Of course, it’s always sensible to leave yourself plenty of time before the event. Large shows can mean busy stations, queues and security checks, so booking your table with enough time to spare is a much better idea than leaving yourself racing against the clock.
The aim is to enjoy the whole evening, not spend your dessert worrying about whether you’re going to make it.
Make a night of it
The OVO Hydro attracts some of the biggest names in music, comedy and entertainment to Glasgow throughout the year.
For many people, the show is the main event.
But why not make the evening start a little earlier?
A meal at The Buttery gives you somewhere comfortable to meet, enjoy some good food and spend a couple of hours together before heading to the venue.
With the pre-theatre menu, a convenient location and Anderston Station just a short walk away, getting from The Buttery to the Hydro is remarkably easy.
Dinner on Argyle Street.
A short walk to Anderston.
One stop to Exhibition Centre.
Then on to the OVO Hydro.
It’s hard to make the journey much simpler.
So, if you’re looking for a restaurant near the OVO Hydro before your next concert, comedy show or event, consider arriving in Glasgow a little earlier and making dinner part of the occasion.
The show might be the reason you’re coming to Glasgow.
But the evening can start well before you take your seat.
