Iconic Glasgow restaurant with Alasdair Gray artworks could soon be given listed statusHistoric Environment Scotland is looking to list the Ubiquitous Chip in Glasgow’s west end as Category B, because of its two painted murals by celebrated native Alasdair Gray. View Image The interior of the restaurant includes two painted murals by Alasdair Gray (Image: HES)A Glasgow restaurant famous home to two artworks by one of Scotland's most famous authors could soon be recognised with listed status. ‌The Ubiquitous Chip, which was established in 1971 and moved to its current Ashton Lane premises in 1974, has rich links to the city's artistic and cultural community, and in particular, writer and artist Alasdair Gray. A key focus for the Glasgow artist was creating artworks in public spaces, including pubs, churches and parks. Gray’s murals at the Ubiquitous Chip are rare examples of late 20th century public mural art, as well as important surviving examples of his work.