There’s a time and a place for squirrelling yourself (and a loved one) away in a cosy, intimate booth when you go out for dinner. Equally, however, there are times when you want to watch the world go by, marvelling at the sights and sounds of a city while you munch, and at Metropolitan, you can vary the environment to suit your mood. If you’re wanting a quiet rendevous or cozy chat then the booths in the Champagne Bar are perfect. Alternatively, people watching has never been so much fun – situated in the heart of the Merchant City, the balconies give you a bird’s eye view of the good people of Glasgow sauntering along the bustling square below, and the effect is heightened by dramatic night-lighting around the exterior of this former market building. But there is a risk that the menu will keep you too busy for people watching; everything from haggis-stuffed chicken to Catalonian-influenced seafood stews are available, served until midnight. What better reason could there be for making it a late night?