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Hot World Cuisine Glasgow

Restaurant | Glasgow | Scotland | United Kingdom

International buffet restaurant Glasgow

"Hot World Cuisine Glasgow" in Glasgow, Scotland, is a well-known buffet restaurant that has made a name for itself with its versatility and generous selection of international dishes. It is considered one of the largest and most popular world buffets in Scotland, attracting both locals and tourists who want to embark on a culinary journey through various cultures. The restaurant's concept is based on offering guests a wide range of dishes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, with a focus on freshness and variety.

Culinary journey through different cultures

The interior of "Hot World Cuisine" is designed to be modern and spacious, featuring an open layout that accommodates many guests. The decoration is appealing and inviting, often thoughtfully accented with a touch of elegance, giving the impression of an upscale buffet without being overly formal. Particularly on busy days, the atmosphere is lively and characterized by the diversity of visitors and the bustling activity at the food stations. The open kitchen, where chefs work in full view of the guests, adds an extra experience and emphasizes the focus on freshly prepared dishes.

Friendly service at buffet restaurant

Culinarily, the restaurant covers an impressive spectrum, ranging from Asian classics to European and American specialties. Highlights include the spicy Chicken Tikka Masala, often praised for its creamy sauce and tender meat. The freshly grilled lamb skewers, enhanced with a blend of Indian spices, are also very popular. For lovers of Italian cuisine, there are handmade pizzas that impress with their crispy crust and fresh ingredients. Desserts are, of course, a must—chocolate ice cream and the traditional Indian Gulab Jamun, small dough balls in sweet syrup, are a favorite finale for many guests. Vegetarian and vegan options are also plentiful, such as a flavorful Thai curry with vegetables, which is frequently lauded for its balanced flavors.

Varied vegetarian and vegan options

The drinks menu also has much to offer. In addition to classic soft drinks, there is a selection of beers, including local Scottish ales that pair well with the hearty dishes. For a refreshing finish, the Mango Lassi is often recommended, as its creamy sweetness and fruity notes perfectly complement the spicy dishes. The option to order through an app simplifies the service and ensures that guests receive their drinks quickly and effortlessly.

Fresh Asian and European dishes

Service at "Hot World Cuisine" is generally described as friendly and helpful, with staff striving to keep things organized even during busy times. However, on hectic days, there may be minor wait times, which some guests find bothersome. The dishes are continuously replenished, with a focus on freshness—a point appreciated by most visitors, even though there are occasional criticisms that some dishes are not served hot enough.

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Terminus, 251 Paisley Rd
Kinning Park
G5 8RA Glasgow

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Opening hours

Sunday12:30 - 22:00
Monday12:00 - 22:00
Tuesday12:00 - 22:00
Wednesday12:00 - 22:00
Thursday12:00 - 22:00
Friday12:00 - 22:00
Saturday12:00 - 22:00

Reviews

4424 Reviews

Gayathri lakshmi
09.03.2025

Kumar was so friendly and respectful
Mahanth Manuel
09.03.2025

Even though it is buffet, Kumar was very good in looking after us with suggestions for drinks and periodic checks on how we are getting on and taking feedback about food items. We were well looked after 👌👏👍
Hsy Raza
08.03.2025

Visited this place with my family. Food was delicious, service quality was good. We served by guy name USMAN, a very decent and humble guy. Definitely will visit again soon.
Marta Strugala
08.03.2025

Food was like your usual buffet, the live grill was nice but after my first plate I started feeling a little heavy and bloated, tried to have another plate but it just started tasting bland/weird and in general couldn’t swallow it. Due to so many people being stuffed into a smallish place it became hard to move around with plates but also the massive amount of children wandering around alone wasn’t safe at all. We paid £53 for two people which also added on a service fee at the register. Everyone there (apart from the service) was quite rude and not really nice either, I personally wouldn’t come back here especially knowing there are places around that don’t upset my stomach and that taste better. But if you don’t mind any of this and just looking for a quick stop then it’s not the worse place really just need to beware of the huge queue's on weekends and the car park being a little weirdly complicated, and of course that it’s £20/30+ per person although children have some type of discount I believe. It was nice to try it and I was really excited after watching many videos on this place, but I wouldn’t come back, sadly :/ especially that straight after leaving my stomach is hurting really bad, but I saw people enjoying themselves so maybe it’s just up to the person 🤷‍♀️.
Michal Dudek
08.03.2025

Very busy have to wait to get in and get treated a little bit like an animal but the waiters are very nice with the amount of work on their shoulders we got seen very fast for drinks food was good yet when we went on our second plate everything was coldish and tasteless but we came out full but won’t be back again as it’s very loud unenjoyable to eat at as hard as the waiters try it’s constantly dirty as food etc on the floor it’s more like a game of survival to get to your table spending the same money at a restaurant you’d feel much more welcome here you have to rush so others can eat wouldn’t recommend for the price as there is much better buffets not too far away for similar if not cheaper price paid £50+ for two People won’t be back again
Jennifer Hunter
08.03.2025

First time and will definitely be back, fantastic service Kumar and all of the staff went above and beyond so much selection kids loved it and fantastic for the price!!
lynzie M
08.03.2025

Came today for a late lunch/dinner was my oldest sons first time he loved it wide choice of foods for him to try and dessert was top tier
Alister Moffat
08.03.2025

Great selection of fantastic foods. Lovely staff, Prakrjii very helpful.
balaji ambati
08.03.2025

Excellent choice of food. I had a wonderful meal. Manager Kumar's warm service is the cherry on the top. Highly recommended
Bhanu Kiran Yalamanchili
08.03.2025

Good customer service (Kumar)....
CHANDRASHEKAR REDDY MALLIREDDY
08.03.2025

Kumar was a nice person who served us
Ben Ramirez Mata
08.03.2025

Excellent food and all you can eat, what else do you need? Friendly service they got it, Dipika Braneeta was great and so helpfull
Snowflake
08.03.2025

Fun place, servers Dipika and Praneeta were great ✨
Yvonne Kokoh
07.03.2025

Nice place, delicious meal , nice service. Special kudos to Prakriti, she is very professional and has a beautiful smile.
Okotie Glory
07.03.2025

Helpful staff, prakriti
Gary Bouma
07.03.2025

Prakriti had such beautiful manners when looking after us. She was polite, checked in with us cleared our plates away with no rush. She was just perfect at her role. Thank you
Shaikh Suhaib
07.03.2025

I enjoy every time I visit Hot World Cuisine, their service and variety of dishes they serve. And their staff specially Kumar who is very kind and friendly.
Salomee Shakur
07.03.2025

Kumar was an excellent service person, came up to the table many times. I wish him all the best
Ihssen Gabel
07.03.2025

I really liked the variety of food and the stuff are so kind and professional, mostly Kumar a very nice man
Colin Brown
07.03.2025

Went in for the first time today. It was an absolutely brilliant place for food selection , staff were super friendly
David Dunlop
07.03.2025

Prakriti our server was extremely Helpful assisting my wife due to her mobility due to her disability getting seated extremely helpful & smiling as always
Karen Lynch
07.03.2025

prakrit our server was amazing couldn’t be any more helpful. great with the kids
Kkt
07.03.2025

Great
Kevin Asiamah
07.03.2025

Great service from praneeta
Lynn Darling
07.03.2025

Excellent buffet, Kumar served us great customer service
Sara Duncan
07.03.2025

Lovely service and lovely lady prakriti was very lovely and caring and looking after us

 

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