At her coronavirus briefing, the First Minister confirmed that Scotland, with the possible exception of Moray, is able to press ahead with the planned easing of lockdown restrictions on May 17, which allows more freedom for pub-goers both in and outdoors.
When the doors of bars, pubs and restaurants do swing open in Glasgow, an unfortunate few will not be reopening after announcing closures in 2020 and 2021.
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5. Grill On The Corner
After the company that owned Grill On The Corner fell into administration last June, the popular jaunt was forced to close it's door despite over a decade of serving some of the most loved steaks in Glasgow. A big miss from Bothwell Street. Photo: Grill On The Corner
6. Coro Chocolate Cafe
Closing its doors in September 2020, Sauchiehall Street's Coro Chocolate Cafe is another popular venue that was forced into closure due to the pandemic. Photo: Coro Chocolate Cafe
7. Esca
Esca's served some delicious Italian food for 22 years on Chisholm Street on Glasgow’s city centre, but announced it's closure during the pandemic. Photo: Esca
8. Mussel Inn
Serving delicious seafood for 20 years, the Mussel Inn restaurant in Hope Street closed due to the impact of the pandemic, though it has kept it's sister venue in Edinburgh. Photo: Google Maps