I used to go to The Bishopton Inn several times a week when I was younger and I have no idea why…read more Actually that's a lie it was because it was only a short drunken stumble back to my mums house from this place. I have had many good times in this pub yet it is difficult to find one redeeming feature about it. The staff are grumpy and impatient unless you know them personally, the pool tables are ragged and old and have numerous suspicious looking stains on them, only half of the pub has been refurbished making the place look really bizarre (and it has been left like this for well over two years) and as it is part of the Sizzling Pub group the food is the same God awful stuff you get in all Sizzling Pub group pubs! I went here for Christmas Eve one year and they had a Johnny Cash tribute playing all night, why? On Christmas Eve, why? They also closed at 11pm that night, on Christmas Eve, why? Over all the Bishopton Inn is really rubbish, however if it is with in stumbling distance of your home it is maybe worth a try as they do sell booze after all and sometimes that's all your looking for!

Just no. Needs a…read morefull refurb. Slow service Not clean Frozen food fried to order from the freezer. Good potential but needs a lot of money spent to bring it up to modern standards. Go elsewhere.

A fantastic pub located under the Erskine Bridge. The surroundings are modern and comfortable. The…read moremenu is varied and the food lovely. The front area is seated and would be nice on a sunny day. There is a large function area forwards the back of the building which can be hired. The pub advertised live music at the weekend.

Kids were off school on half term and I decided to take some hols and join them, we've spent lots…read moreof time eating out this week. We had been out at local parks, attractions and DIY stores and on way home, decided to stop into a wee gem I had visited in the past with mum. The Twisted Thistle is in the middle of Old Kilpatrick and area of the village appears shabby but the TT is a modern bar/diner located in the shadow of the Erskine Bridge. The interior is very modern and kitchen is open where food prep can be viewed. It has a mix of tables for usual covers and open area with couches for bar adjacent for relaxed vibe. Both were reasonably busy but not overly so. Originally we ate here on a previous occassion as the Lusset ( a former old haunt) didn't do food any more - and sad to say it was very, very run down. However, that was to our benefit once we relocated to the TT. This trip around it was a late lunch / early dinner. I opted for chicken goujons and chilli dip with steak ciabatta as mains. Missus had the soup n sandwich deal. Our youngsters opted for the kids menu with soup and fish n chips for the wee fella and burger for the youngest lass. All were very happy with speed of service, quality of food and we all had a taste of each others grub. Every one agreed on very good value/taste and quality of meals as well as over all service. For me, the goujons were light and crispy and dip was very aromatic - not too sweet and not too spicy. The steak sandwich was cheapest on mains menu (typically tight) but the roll came with chunky steak sliced with onions and cheese. The ends were a little dry but the middle was moist and tasty. Potentially a little expensive for the location but the OK bunch do fancy themselves as a bit up market :) and it was reflected in the high quality of both grub and surroundings. The ambience for a quite quiet day was really good with some ladies lunching in the comfy seats and some lads propping up the bar area all lending to a good atmosphere. The place is very clean including the rest areas. Unknown to me from the previous visit, I spotted that there is a great function area to the rear, so family events could be catered for too - a nice option to learn about. I would like to visit on a weekend evening to check it out then as it's close enough to home to have a relaxed night out and not need to worry about an extended trek home. Plenty of upcoming events with music / DJ advertised such as Hallowe'en, etc. so another reason to nip down on a weekend and TV monitor was on wall with sound down so may be a good spot for watching any big games? In summary; reasonably priced when quality of experience is accounted for. Very very easily the top spot for eats in the Clydebank area. Great big thumbs up. http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g186534-d7660613-r319907892-The_Twisted_Thistle-Glasgow_Scotland.html#

The UKs version of a Perkins? A little bit of everything. I tried the carvery small plate at 5£ or…read moreso. Beef was overly dry, as was the turkey. Small veggie bar with peas, potatoes, and more. Other items could be ordered (fish, burgers). Wine at 125ml was about 3£

It's easy to sneer at places like Crown Carvery and condemn them as hovels only good for letting…read moregreedy skinflits stuff their bloated faces. Maybe they are, but I happen to find shovelling food into my hideous gob a pretty satisfying experience. Swathed in the 1990s decor that became a recurring theme of our Loch Lomond trip, the pub hasn't seen a lick of paint for at least 15 years. The dated look won't do it for some, but you don't really come here for the ambience. 2 carveries and two soft drinks came to almost exactly a tenner. That's not much more than a McDonalds, and for that you get a plate piled high with Sunday Roast meats (carved in front of you obviously), and as many vegetables and potatoes as you can pile onto the plate. I won't pretend for a second it's of high quality, or even good quality, but in terms of fullness, price, and to some extent tastiness, you won't get a more satisfying feed for £3.59 anywhere. Avoid the stuffing, it tastes and looks like dried up dogshite.

According to its flier, Wednesday night is "Chill Out" night here, and that's certainly one way of…read moreputting it. Upon entering I am greeted by a smattering of old men, some are playing bridge, a handful are reading their papers while one or two appear to be sleeping. Given the ages range from 70-90, I'm dubious many would respond "just chillin" if I enquired as to exactly what they were up to. But I like the Ettrick. It's a traditional, homely bar and the cream of the crop in Kilpatrick. Attracting a cross section of the local crowd, it comprises of a grand bar area and a vast lounge, capable of accommodating large numbers. It's also noticeably cheap, for instance a pint of Tennent's and a roll and sausage (genuinely the most expensive item on the menu at 1.20) will set you back 3.50. Although the pub does show football on large screens, colours are strictly forbidden. First and foremost, this is a community resource for the people of Kilpatrick as a whole, which is why owners work hard to provide entertainment six nights of the week. Never on a Wednesday though.

The Ettrick is a warm and friendly place for locals in meet on the main street of Old Kilpatrick…read more Monday night hosts open mic night, Tuesday hosts folk club, Thursday karaoke, Friday Brian's Quiz, Saturday hosts live music and Sunday Marti's quiz. Drinks are cheap (my boyfriend's Tennents was only £2.30 and my Corona was £2.80). The Ettrick is an example of that dying breed; a true local pub where everyone from eighteen to eighty can feel welcome. A case in point; the last time we visited, a group of teenagers were sitting at a table by the door whereas the table beside us was occupied by a single elderly man nursing his pint with his Daily Record and Evening Times. Another table clacked with the sound of a group of elderly men playing bridge. If you happen to be in the area I would highly recommend The Ettrick for a drink or three.

Situated almost directly underneath the Erskine Bridge in Old Kilpatrick, the Lusset is a fairly…read morerun-of-the-mill pub that has gained a steady reputation for good, honest grub at reasonable prices. The steaks in particular are highly recommended. With a vast and vibrant conservatory round the back, it's a particularly good place for large groups and is family friendly, although perhaps one to be avoided on the days of bigger Rangers' games given its slight leanings towards the Ibrox men.

It was after my friends and I had completed a stellar visit to the nearby Auchentoshan Distillery…read more(and were feeling appropriately sloshed) that we decided some grub was in order to help sop up all the whiskey. At the recommendation of our guide (a local), we took a surprisingly pleasant walk through the forest nearby and ended up smack dab in front of Glen Lusset. As you're not exactly spoilt for choice with regards to food in the area, I still left feeling quite chuffed with our good fortune by the end of our meal! The first thing you'll notice about the Glen Lusset is that it's mighty spacious. There's a bar area and a restaurant area, and we were seated in a sort of covered dining room portion that allowed us to appreciate the drizzle just outside and being warm and toasty on the inside. Our service was prompt and friendly, and in no short order a variety of food had arrived for us to sample. For me, I'd decided one round of starches wasn't enough, and had some cajun potato skins (NOM) followed by a macaroni main with chips instead of the normal garlic bread (proof that I was thinking with mah belly). The food was delish, and I heard no complaints out of my friends either. The atmosphere was pleasant as well, with a wide variety of clientele, from folk our age, to families with children, and older folk all seemingly comfortable and enjoying themselves. All in all we left Glen Lusset feeling full and satisfied. If you're in the area, or like us, are travelers looking for a meal after some serious dram-age, then certainly give Glen Lusset a go!

Stopped for lunch while driving through the area. Such an interesting vibe with all the taxidermies…read moreanimals, old hunting weapons in cases, dark wood everywhere. We sat at a table in the Poacher's Den and placed our order at the bar. Food came out quickly and piping hot. The pie of the day was good but the Mac and cheese was excellent.

If you're looking for a pristine, no character, cookie cutter, chain hotel experience, you might…read morenot enjoy this place. If you're up for a little adventure, this place is awesome! We stayed here for 2 nights as part of our hike of the West Highland Way, and had the best time here! The staff was wonderful (although it's obvious that they were all horse thieves, pirates and highway men in an earlier life, they were so friendly and helpful, they made us feel very welcome). The food was great (I'm still dreaming about that delicious steak and Guinness pie). The atmosphere made you feel like you'd stepped back in time-- lamp light and muskets and stuffed puffins and a bear in a Drovers t-shirt and kilt. OK, maybe not TOTALLY historically accurate, but history mixed with wit and a sense of fun. They tell me this inn is haunted. It must be by friendly, fun-loving spirits. On our first night there was live music at the bar. We enjoyed the singer/ guitar & harmonica player very much, but it all kicked up a notch when he got the whole room to join in on the singing. Everyone was clapping, stomping and pounding the table, while belting out a rousing rendition of "The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond". I can't remember enjoying a meal more. On our second night there, the power went out (thank you, Hurricane Amy). The staff showed that although they are retired horse thieves and pirates, they take their current jobs in hospitality very seriously. They could not complete cooking of the evening meals, so it was a quick pivot to sandwiches for all. They handled it with professionalism and grace that made the inconvenience part of the adventure (as one staff member quipped, it was all part of the haunted experience). Breakfast, too, was pulled together with what was available and ingenuity, as they made instant coffee and tea with water heated on the wood stove, and we feasted on cold cereal and granola bars. But as the staff met the challenges with good humor and made the best effort to make it a good experience for the guests, we walked away with an abundance of good memories and an enduring fondness for the Drovers Inn (and its resident horse thieves, pirates and highway men).