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Sophie Buchan

We tried the Glasgow cafe serving up European inspired dishes perfect for cyclists

If you're in the city centre and are after a bite to eat, there's one place you need to try whether you like getting on the bike or not.

Allez, Allez, Allez is located just by George Square on Cochrane Street and also serves up coffee from a stand at Glasgow Queen Street Station.

Serving fresh salads, soup and sandwiches inspired by the cycling races of Europe, the cafe also shows the races in their cafe with two big screens showing who is in the lead whether you're into the Vuelta or the Tour de France - the latter of which is currently underway.

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So keen to try their food and drinks, as well as watch the Tour de France, we went down to the cafe to see what was going on - and it's certainly the perfect place for a spot of lunch or just a coffee while you catch up with your pals - bonus points if they're into cycling.

What is the menu like in Glasgow's Allez, Allez, Allez?

Their menu offers something for everyone. (Sophie Buchan/Glasgow Live)

Their menu is pretty big and there's something for everyone and no matter what your mood is whether you want a snack - or a main meal - sweet or savoury.

What did we try?

A strong coffee - that comes with a sweet treat on the side - is always a must! (Sophie Buchan/Glasgow Live)

We tried a variety of their items on offer - including their coffee which was nice and strong whether you're more of an espresso, cappuccino or flat white kinda person. They also offer dairy alternatives so don't worry if you need oat milk with your latte as they'll do that too.

If you're a fan of the Tour de France, then this is the place for you. (Sophie Buchan/Glasgow Live)

First up the Croque Monsieur which was lovely. The sourdough bread was lovely with plenty of ham and sauce. And don't worry if you're not a mustard lover as its not overpowering and creates a nice balance.

As well as this, we opted for their soup and sandwich deal and on the day we arrived, they had French Onion Soup on offer. The combo filled us right up with the Grand Tours sandwich - consisting of Chorizo, Prosciutto, Jambon, Rocket and Capers - being the perfect lunch with meats from Italy, France and Spain all in one.

Croque Monsieur (Sophie Buchan/Glasgow Live)

What are our thoughts of Glasgow's Allez, Allez, Allez?

Overall we were pretty impressed with the cafe and think it's great for cyclists and non-cyclists alike. Their menu is extensive - but not too much.

Why not have a sweet treat and watch the Tour de France - it's also a good way of avoiding the rain! (Sophie Buchan/Glasgow Live)

If you like your baguettes when you go abroad or some Italian, Spanish and French inspired dishes - and pastries - it's worth popping in. And if it's a glorious day, a take-away whilst chilling in George Square could be the answer.

Feel free to rack up your bike inside too and take a look at the framed signed jerseys - including the maillot jaune whilst you're there!

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