Charlie Endell Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 14 minutes ago, wanderer said: MacGregors Pie and Ale Howff probably the best real ale pub within the city center, but heard it is closing down. Must admit I hadn't heard of it but I see it only opened last year. I don't venture down Merchant City way much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhumper Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Charlie Endell said: Bon Accord probably has the best real ale selection in Glasgow but it's the wrong side of the M8 to qualify as 'city centre'. State has 10 on at a time I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderer Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Just now, Charlie Endell said: Must admit I hadn't heard of it but I see it only opened last year. I don't venture down Merchant City way much. My Mrs uses the postal service the Eastern European Shop on the High Street to send stuff to her folks, and would pop into it for a pint when in the area, and always had a great selection of guest ale's on tap and some good stuff in bottles. As said, think its closing/closed as they could not agree terms on a new lease on the building they used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhumper Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Fairbairn said: There's something about the R.Dhu I've never been able to take to. Can't put my finger on it but it's not a pub I enjoy spending any time in. It's strange as it's almost identical to Deoch & Dorus in Partick (same owners I believe) and I don't mind popping there for a pint on occasion. I don't mind it, usually meet in there when we are playing Thistle/Celtic/Rangers/Motherwell/Hamilton. Got Racing on too which I like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhumper Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 24 minutes ago, wanderer said: Its the big "no football colours" sign they have on the front door (which I can appreciate why they do) which always gets me, as plenty of pubs in Glasgow take this stance, but they somewhat stick it right in your face and comes across as trying to be a better pub than it really is (its a ok pub, but not high on my list of favorites) Why is that a problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderer Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Squirrelhumper said: Why is that a problem? Its not a problem, its just the manner in which they do it IMHO that just makes me feel the pub thinks its better than it really is (as said, plenty of pubs in Glasgow take this attitude, but usually its a polite "sorry, no colours" remark at the bar/door or something with no fuss or attitude.... while they somewhat stick it in your face before you even get through the door). Edited July 5, 2017 by wanderer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhumper Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 29 minutes ago, wanderer said: Its not a problem, its just the manner in which they do it IMHO that just makes me feel the pub thinks its better than it really is (as said, plenty of pubs in Glasgow take this attitude, but usually its a polite "sorry, no colours" remark at the bar/door or something with no fuss or attitude.... while they somewhat stick it in your face before you even get through the door). I'd prefer that rather than walking in than getting the knock back at the bar. I honestly don't see the problem. I'd have more of a problem if I was in a city centre pub and they let folk in with football colours. Makes the place look like a sh1tehole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PapofGlencoe Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 mcgreggors howf is closing i think. Bizarrely i think i preferred the dive that was there before. sometimes it's a laugh going into a dive bar. McG's was a tad try hard in my book. Babbity bowsers across the road is not bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PapofGlencoe Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Squirrelhumper said: I'd prefer that rather than walking in than getting the knock back at the bar. I honestly don't see the problem. I'd have more of a problem if I was in a city centre pub and they let folk in with football colours. Makes the place look like a sh1tehole. Rhoddy Dhu is a funny place. Has a whiff of being a bit jakey but does decent grub. Can never tell if i like it or not. Find racing on the tv a bit depressing.. haha.. but then it's good to have a mix of different types of pubs. I like going to a jakey pub now and again. Edited July 5, 2017 by PapofGlencoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virus-with-shoes Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 2 hours ago, wanderer said: As said, think its closing/closed as they could not agree terms on a new lease on the building they used. Its closed - they did have a good selection of ale, but not as good as Bon Accord I dont think? To be honest the best selection of draught beer (cask and keg) in Glasgow is probably that Wetherspoons at George Square. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virus-with-shoes Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 2 hours ago, Squirrelhumper said: State has 10 on at a time I think. I didnt realise that - must pop in next time Im in glasgow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderer Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 6 minutes ago, virus-with-shoes said: Its closed - they did have a good selection of ale, but not as good as Bon Accord I dont think? Shame. Honestly not been to the Bon Accord in ages now (just never seem to find myself in the area). Going to a gig at the Hydro next week, might pop in for one beforehand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 18 minutes ago, virus-with-shoes said: Its closed - they did have a good selection of ale, but not as good as Bon Accord I dont think? To be honest the best selection of draught beer (cask and keg) in Glasgow is probably that Wetherspoons at George Square. Ha! You have a good point. The Counting House is an amazing building. Was ground breaking when it opened with smoking banned at the bar. They also discouraged people standing at bar so others could get served. Brilliant choice of beer with ridiculous prices. It just has that weird passive aggressive atmosphere with a reasonable amount of jakies and hyena cackling groups of women. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larky Masher Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 2 hours ago, PapofGlencoe said: mcgreggors howf is closing i think. Bizarrely i think i preferred the dive that was there before. sometimes it's a laugh going into a dive bar. McG's was a tad try hard in my book. Babbity bowsers across the road is not bad. The Black Bull across the road in the opposite direction is "interesting". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drew Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 4 hours ago, wanderer said: Its the big "no football colours" sign they have on the front door (which I can appreciate why they do) which always gets me, as plenty of pubs in Glasgow take this stance, but they somewhat stick it right in your face and comes across as trying to be a better pub than it really is (its a ok pub, but not high on my list of favorites) Never noticed that sign before. Been in a few times after a Scotland or Aberdeen game and never had any hassles wearing a football top. I assume it is more to do with an Old Firm derby. Not a big horse racing fan but if I'm there for a couple of pints and it's on the TV I'll put a couple of bets on to make things interesting. Always nice for something different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Endell Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 (edited) 4 hours ago, Squirrelhumper said: State has 10 on at a time I think. I usually go with their Oakham stuff. Not sure how many the State has but BA usually have more to suit my palate, hence slight bias (overall as a boozer I prefer the State though - more character). Edited July 5, 2017 by Charlie Endell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Endell Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 FFS - why is it so difficult to quote or edit on here - bring back the old board . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larky Masher Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 3 hours ago, PapofGlencoe said: mcgreggors howf is closing i think. Bizarrely i think i preferred the dive that was there before. sometimes it's a laugh going into a dive bar. McG's was a tad try hard in my book. Babbity bowsers across the road is not bad. Dives are interesting, I'd suggest (recommend would be much to strong a word) The Oriental on Hutcheson Street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maq Posted July 5, 2017 Author Share Posted July 5, 2017 Cheers for the recommendations guys. I'll be meeting him off the train tomorrow afternoon and going for a wee drink* *ing binge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDYER63 Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Dont know why anyone would want to drink in Wetherspoons pubs. Its like entering a Blackpool amusement arcade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mox Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 2 hours ago, Larky Masher said: Dives are interesting, I'd suggest (recommend would be much to strong a word) The Oriental on Hutcheson Street. Me and a few of my mates ended up in The Oriental a couple of months ago when the karaoke was on. We had a good night drinking reasonable Giunness and watching wildlife of all shapes and sizes sing some horrifically bad tunes. It's not somewhere that I'd rush back for a pint, but unlike a good few 'traditional' boozers in Glasgow, we were never made to feel unwelcome or unwanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potted Heid Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Is it just me or are there some folk on this thread who have lived some pretty sheltered lives? All pubs are preferable to a a Tesco bag of cans by the telly. The Clutha and Viccy are now joined by the way, and in the latter you can get a great stone baked pizza to eat in front of the bands through the hoose in the Clutha (which is not just a glorified beer garden, but hosts one of the best open mics in the city on Thursdays). The best range of real ale in the city is probably still the Three Judges in Patrick, but that is a train or underground from Central. Nearer is The Hippo Taproom on Sauciehall Street which is a really good craft ale cellar (if that's your kind of thing). Go Glesga pubs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindimoo Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Not my favourite place but The Iron Horse is okay as far as traditional pubs go. I. Not sure if the OPis looking for a traditional local type of place or a City Centre pub with a traditional feel. In Glasgow that is quite a crucial point! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larky Masher Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 2 hours ago, Mox said: Me and a few of my mates ended up in The Oriental a couple of months ago when the karaoke was on. We had a good night drinking reasonable Giunness and watching wildlife of all shapes and sizes sing some horrifically bad tunes. It's not somewhere that I'd rush back for a pint, but unlike a good few 'traditional' boozers in Glasgow, we were never made to feel unwelcome or unwanted. I encountered the Tuesday afternoon Karaoke once, which was enough. But as you say decent pint at a decent price with a wee bit of time travel thrown in (which includes the tables and chairs which looked like they'd be stolen from a school in the 1980s). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reevesy Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 The Tolbooth up at the cross is a decent boozer and has a musician on every day of the week if that's your kinda thing. Park Lane across from central is quite good too, although a bit small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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