McDonald's® - Braehead Centre

Welcome to my latest culinary exploration at McDonald's® - Braehead Centre, nestled in the bustling Braehead Shopping Centre in Glasgow. Known worldwide for its fast-food service, McDonald's® offers a familiar yet unique experience here, making it a spot worth visiting while you indulge in some retail therapy.

  • Location: Conveniently situated on Kings Inch Rd, this branch provides easy access for shoppers and families alike.
  • Contact: Should you need assistance, feel free to call at (141) 885-9495.

As with any McDonald's®, the experience here at Braehead can be a mixed bag, resonating with customer sentiments from various reviews. One consistent theme is the variability in food quality. While some patrons like John P Middleton highlight instances of delicious, hot burgers, others lament cold meals and overcooked fries, indicating a fluctuating level of service. The need for *consistent quality* is underscored by many, as the bustling nature of the location can sometimes lead to lapses.

Atmosphere plays a significant role in any dining experience. The vibrant, fast-paced environment reflects the essence of the brand, but as Stewie'sRetroGaming pointed out, occasionally the atmosphere can be disrupted. While this can affect the enjoyment of your meal, it’s worth noting that the staff often handle these situations with commendable professionalism.

Vegetarian options, such as a cheeseburger without meat, showcase the efforts to cater to diverse dietary preferences. However, as Carrie notes, attention to detail is crucial—ensuring hot, well-prepared food is vital to enhance your visit. The experience of receiving cold fries and hiccups in orders demonstrates room for improvement, particularly in a fast-paced environment like a shopping centre.

Ultimately, our journey at McDonald's® - Braehead Centre encapsulates the excitement of quick bites amid shopping escapades, yet underscores the importance of maintaining the brand's commitment to quality. If you're in the vicinity, this location offers a quick, familiar meal, but do keep your expectations grounded based on the highs and lows shared by fellow patrons.

In conclusion, while this branch may have its challenges, the essence of McDonald's® and its offerings can still bring joy to many, making it a staple for anyone in need of a quick burger fix amidst the shopping hustle.

McDonald's® - Braehead Centre Menu

Location

Address: Kings Inch Rd, Braehead Shopping Centre, King'S Inch Rd, Glasgow G51 4bs
Phone: (141) 885-9495

🕓 Work Hours
MON 10:55 - 20:00
TUE 10:55 - 20:00
WED 10:55 - 20:00
THU 10:55 - 20:00
FRI 10:55 - 20:00
SAT 10:55 - 18:00
SUN 10:55 - 17:30

Last Reviews

  • Author: John P Middleton

    19 February 2025

    Like any Mc Donald’s it’s hit or miss.Sometimes your burger is hot and perfect other times it’s cold or messed up.Fries are mainly over cooked here.Sometimes you are served quickly other times you are waiting mins and have to get a refund as no one tells you the cooker is broke and dont care to inform anyone.Recently got a breakfast roll they put an entire bottle of sauce on it making it unedible.

  • Author: Stewie'sRetroGaming

    19 February 2025

    Atmosphere on this trip was reduced as some local wildlife (young year olds) mouthing off and swearing within ear shot of my year old. We actually had to speak up to them & ask them to give it a by was getting a bit out of control. Felt bad about floor staff as they took an ear full from them too. Nothing bad to say about the location, speed of service or food though as always enjoyed a lot

  • Author: Carrie

    19 February 2025

    Me and my mum were in couple of weeks before christmas, my mum is partially sighted so ordered at the till, she asked for a cheeseburger, without the meat because she's vegetarian and extra everything else, i took her to a seat waited on the order. When i got it and brought it over, her chips were freezing and she had... no joke chips in her small fries, i mean i know it's small... but really! Then the guy changed it around, then mum went to open up and salt her meatless burger, there was no cheese, she just asked for a slice of cheese as by this point she was fed up, then she put it on it, she started touching what she thought was onion, it was bacon. Since when was that in a cheeseburger, i had to go up and hand it over again repeating what she asked for, i went back to the table .. it was missing cheese, luckily my mum still had the cheese that she hadn't put on her meatless burger, so she ended up using it, by that time her chips were cold, mines was cold it was terrible, we went up to speak to a manager, and my mum spoke to a guy in shirt and tie on a tablet said he was a manager and could help, mum just wanted to report it, as it would dangerous for anyone who might suffer from allergies, and he apologised, mum just wanted money for the things she got charged for that she didn't ask for, like the bacon... which made no sense, he took the receipt and took my mums address and said he would send out vouchers as an apology, said he was really sorry, doesn't understand how staff at a till could get that wrong, he was as baffled as us, well ...... mum's still waiting on the voucher, she called and they said they don't do stuff like that, and to call back to speak to a manager, absolute joke.Vegetarian options: They add meat to an order that you asked for it to be removed, be very careful.

  • Author: Liza W

    19 February 2025

    Linwood and greenock are rubbish. Only gave a star as had to. Staff unhelpful waiting times a joke and they forget ur order. Missed a burger on big mac in greenock when said to a manager he shrugged his shoulders n said it happens.... Am like wtaf. And missed cheese on cheeseburger and very little onion or gherkin and / a cup of coke burger freezing chips roasting.. They leave hot food at an open window should be in a heatplate while waiting on rest of an order .. Customer service lacking severely and defo not a fast food establishment worst iv been to

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