Pubs in Glasgow

Bon Accord

153 North St, Glasgow G3 7DA

One of the pioneers of the real ale scene in Glasgow, the Bon has long been known for its commitment to good beer. In 2017 it celebrated featuring 20 consecutive years in the Good Beer Guide and would have had many more years if not for a fallow period when it fell into the hands of a big brewer. As well as providing real ale the present owner is passionate about malt whisky, as well as stocking 400 varieties on the bar there is a whisky club and an online shop, ask for the list of those available. At the back of the pub there is seating area for dining as well as hosting quiz, poker and live music nights.

Cafe Cosmo

12 Rose Street, Glasgow G3 6RB

Small cafe bar inside the Glasgow Film Theatre

Atholl Arms

, Glasgow G2 3AU

Clockwork Beer Co

1153-1155 Cathcart Road, Glasgow G42 9HB

Reopened in September 2020 after an extensive refurbishment. Ideally located for events at Hampden Park and with great public transport links and a car park. Busy when there are football matches or other events at nearby Hampden Park, it is also popular for watching live sport on the several screens dotted about the pub. In addition to a range of house beers from Tryst there is a selection of guest ales from local breweries and further afield. Food is served all day throughout and there is a restaurant area with table service.

Clutha Bar

169 Stockwell Street, Glasgow G1 4SP

Old, traditional Glasgow pub known as music venue with a mixture of folk and rock n'roll bands most night of the week. Sadly the pub was largely destroyed in Nov 2013 with customers being killed and seriously injured when a police helicopter crashed onto the building.

Bar 91

91 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1NP

Bar 91 is cozy with a rustic décor; a modest bar tucked away in the cobbles of the Merchant City, popular with young professionals. It serves food and a selection of keg beers, some from the local West Brewery.

Aragon

131 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8TT

A small, popular L-shaped pub frequented by locals and others seeking a welcome relief from the trendy West End bustle. Popular sports events can be seen on the large TV screens.

Dukes Bar

41 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G3 8RD

Small open independent bar, there is an open mike night on Wednesdays and guest DJs at weekends. The craft beer generally comes from Williams Bros.

Coopers

499 Great Western Road, Glasgow G12 8EL

A large bar with plenty of seating. Food is available all day and sports can be viewed on the TV's. It is popular with locals and students. The beer comes from the Greene King range.

Babbity Bowster

16-18 Blackfriars Street, Glasgow G1 1PE

Reopened in July 2020 after an extensive refurbishment following its purchase by new owners. The furniture in the bar of this pub/hotel/restaurant is simple and practical with plain tables and free-standing chairs, augmented by wall seating. The latter repeated in the beer garden along with bench-tables. Three pumps serve Scottish beers plus a guest, usually local, sometimes from further afield. The chef prepares meals for the upstairs restaurant from Scottish produce including fish/seafood, game and other meats. The quality is reflected in the daily specials served in the bar. Acoustic sessions usually take place on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.