Backyard Theory

Glasgow, United Kingdom

4.7

3 reviews

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128 Norfolk Street City of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G5 9EQ
South Side, Gorbals
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240 ftTradeston, Eglinton Street/ Norfolk Street
290 ftBridge Street
340 ftEglinton Street/ Norfolk Street
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Local time (Glasgow) 21:10 Wednesday, 28 May 2025

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3 reviews of Backyard Theory

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Place rating: 5
Glasgow, United Kingdom
I really like the idea of Backyard Theory, I noticed it just last week as I was strolling up Holmlea Road with a friend en route to the city centre. Having discovered something new and exciting on usually bland Holmlea Road we decided to pop in for a little look. It was quite cold so we decided to get a tea each. I’d just eaten but if I hadn’t I would have been more than happy to eat some of the tasty looking sandwiches.
Whilst eating or drinking you can have a look at the art work which is all different and the staff are nice and friendly too. I can imagine that a visit here will never be dull as I’m sure the artwork changes quite a lot as soon as each piece is snapped up so you will always have something different to look at. Great little find.
Place rating: 4
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
While it’s admirable that the owners of Backyard theory are trying something new and different, I can’t help but think locating it on one of the dullest main roads in the city is a bit of a mis-​step.
Thankfully it’s a bit of a better proposition than the unit’s previous tenant, an arrogantly overpriced sandwich shop that had the cheek to charge £1.95 for roll and microwaved bacon.
Fingers crossed it does well.
Place rating: 5
Glasgow City, United Kingdom
This is a recent and bizarre addition to the south side’s growing cultural amenities.
It’s bright, shiny and has heaps of character from it’s geometrical sign outside, to the seating inside. This is a great mix of a coffee shop, sandwich place and art gallery all rolled into one.
Perfect for popping in for a quiet, well priced lunch with a few friends if you can’t be bothered travelling far afield. You can enjoy decent coffee and a scrumptious sandwich while having a nosey at original local art.
The staff are chatty, pleasant and offer good, quick service. Furthermore, they allow you plenty of time to browse and enjoy your purchases without feeling harassed at all.
A brilliant little find.