
Rickshaw & Co restaurant in Glasgow's West End robbed
The incident comes just weeks after the West End restaurant celebrated its third anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the local favourite.
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Staff revealed that CCTV footage shows a lone individual smashing the front glass of the premises before entering and stealing money from the till and staff tips.
The total estimated loss, including damage to the premises, is thought to be around £3500.
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Co-owner Tushar Ahmed said the break-in had left the whole team heartbroken.
He said: "It's heartbreaking. We work hard, our team works hard, and for someone to violate the place like this is deeply upsetting.
"The stolen tips were meant for our staff — that's the worst part. We're grateful no one was hurt, but the damage and the loss hit hard."
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Despite the setback, the team at Rickshaw and Co say they have been buoyed by the outpouring of support from the local community.
Ahmed added: "The messages we've had from customers and neighbours have meant a lot.
"It reminds us why we do this — it's not just about food, it's about the people who come through the door every day."
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Police Scotland has confirmed that enquiries are ongoing into the break-in.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Officers are investigating a housebreaking and theft from a business premises on Partick Bridge Street in Glasgow which happened in the early hours of Monday, July 14, 2025.
'Enquiries remain ongoing.'
Rickshaw & Co has built a strong reputation in Glasgow's food scene, known for bringing vibrant, authentic flavours to the West End with a modern twist.
The restaurant describes its offering as: 'We bring the vibrant, authentic flavours of roadside stalls to your table with a modern twist.
"From our eclectic cocktails to our tiffin lunches, we offer a culinary journey unlike any other.'

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