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    Max's Bar & Grill

    4.0 (40 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Chicken & waffles
    Briony C.

    Chicken & waffles! Chicken & waffles! I needed lunch and was on Queen Street. I'd had Max's bookmarked for ages but it's an easy place to be put off by as I don't think it looks all that appealing from the front. That's until you pause to look at the menu and see chicken & waffles - then you'll be busting down the door to get in. I took a seat at the window which is probably the best seats in the place - you're higher than street level so you won't have people eyeing off your food as they walk past & it's excellent for people watching. I checked that the chicken wasn't on the bone (nope) and ordered that for my lunch and added bacon on for £1. It comes with BBQ and maple syrup and they boast that they have a special American waffle iron. The dish arrived quickly and it was absolutely heavenly. I can't fault any of it - even the BBQ sauce was nice and I normally hate BBQ sauce. There was a good amount of chicken and the waffles were super delicious. I don't love bacon (controversial) but this was some pretty delicious bacon. All up, it was an awesome lunch dish and reasonable portion for the £9.95. I stayed on a while to get some work done. Staff were friendly and helpful and overall, I liked the vibe of this place. Overall though, this place is looking pretty run down with ripped chairs and the loos were in a bit of a state - it really needs a spruce up. I'd definitely go back though now I know how good the food is so it wouldn't totally put me off.

    Carolyn M.

    Having walked past this place loads of times and it being one of my guys favourite haunts with his mates, we went in for a drink one night before dinner. For whatever reason, I thought this place was much bigger than it is, the signage outside makes it feel larger than life. It's just a wee pub with a cozy amount of seats where you can order drinks and actually hear what people are saying. We only stayed for one drink as we were meeting his sister for a bit while she was in town and then off to dinner. We both ordered ciders and mine, not usual fancy, was made in to a fancy drink when the bartender added a few raspberries to the glass of ice for my cider. It was a nice touch on his part! For what it's worth, I'm sure we will definitely be back.

    Steven B.

    Never heard of this place before but I ended up in here after walking around starving in the rain after Waxy's was crazy busy. I remember the place vaguely when it was under different management a few years ago, a sort of rock bar.. but it's alot different now. After the waitress read out the specials we didnt even bother reading the menu and got wired in to some meaty specials. The food was lovely, and a good portion. It came within ten or fifteeen minutes which is great, especially considering I ordered a steak to be cooked well done, and it was indeed well cooked. The music was good and it was a good environment for a nice early evening meal. My only complaint is that it is quite dark so I could barely see what I was eating! I will definately go back, there's quite a few good things on the menu I fancy in the future. Recommended if you're into some grills.

    The bad boy dog!
    Joe P.

    I was really looking forward to Max's as I'm a beer lover as well as an appreciator of good American style grub, which I thought Max's was going to deliver on. Firstly, the beer selection is pretty boring. They market the beers as being unique and "craft" but realistically you can get the all in Tesco. A bit more imagination here please, I'd be happy to help. Secondly the decor is very much "dive bar" which doesn't lend itself to an enjoyable eating experience. The food itself was well priced, tasty, filling and good quality. However it didn't live up to my expectations and this I doubt I'll be back any time soon.

    Halloumi in a basket
    Sarah G.

    Max's is my go to place when in town, it never disappoints. It's a great bar with good tunes, club nights and food. A perfect all rounder whether you want to chill or party. Easily my favourite bar in Glasgow. The menu has daily specials and a pie of the week, the pies are ace! I eat in Max's quite a lot and the portions are good, really reasonable in price and always delicious. They do lunch time special deals and two for one pizzas all the time. But its more the vibe of the bar that makes it a 5 star for me, its kinda got an old speakeasy feel, with the decor and lighting. Food is served till 9 and then most nights they have DJ's from 9pm so its perfect if you want a bite to eat and a few drinks all in one place, with the option of staying till 3am if you get in the mood :) Plus a club in the basement, with regular nights and big name dis playing in an intimate space. I love it. House spirits are 2.50 and have good range of quality spirits and beers, no Tennents or Bud in here. One thing you must try is the tequila verdita, which is a shot of good tequila with a chaser made from pineapple and chilli, so refreshing. I've eaten pretty much everything on the menu and its all good and theres something for everyone, which helps if going out in a group. My favourites on the menu include the veggie fish fry (deep fired halloumi), the haggis and black pudding fritters, the amazing cheese board that comes with frozen grapes (sounds weird, works well) and the louisiana chicken. On this visit they had american style waffles with bacon, they were fantastic! I hope they make the leap from the specials board to the menu.

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    Adele R.

    Over the years, this building has gone from RG's, to Twisted Wheel, to its current occupant: Max's. I must say, I had to look twice at the big red sign outside, as at first I read it as XMAS, since it's the festive period and all. Anyway, I decided to try it out and I was very pleasantly surprised. My boyfriend and I were welcomed in out of the cold, into this warm and cosy candlelit atmosphere, filled with big oak and red cushioned booths and gold gilt edged mirrors on the walls. I felt like the place had a kind of Bugsy Malone vibe, with the low lit bar lined with cocktail glasses and the ornate furnishings and decadent decor. The music is a very chilled out mix of ambient hiphop and eighties synth pop, providing the perfect backdrop for this hip American style bar and restaurant. I ordered fish and chips, with a side of coleslaw; my other half opted for southern fried chicken and chips in a basket. I must say, he had major plate envy when my meal arrived, with a huge big beautiful battered fish nestled on top of a huge pile of chunky chips, with a lovely side salad and pot of coleslaw. Quite possibly the best fish and chips I have ever tasted, with lovely crisp batter and tender flaky cod that almost melts in your mouth. My jealous fellow was quite chuffed with his dinner too, declaring that the chicken was amazing and that the herbs and spices were much better than the colonel's. I thoroughly enjoyed my evening here, with delicious dishes, gorgeous surroundings and genuinely friendly staff; it even encouraged me to leave a generous tip of two quid, which is very unlike me, and even at that our meals plus two pots of tea, a coke and a tip came to only £20. I'm intrigued to see what this place can do, as I discovered that they have some pretty interesting club nights coming up too with an eclectic mix of guest DJs. I'll definitely be back for a bite and a boogie.

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    I ordered fish and chips, with a side of coleslaw; my other half opted for southern fried chicken and chips in a basket.

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    The Pot Still - 1000 whiskies

    The Pot Still

    4.7(153 reviews)
    0.3 miCity Centre
    ££

    Small pub, massive whisky selection -- and I mean massive. We're talking over 1,000 whiskies on the…read moreshelves, plus a solid lineup of beers on tap. It's cozy, crowded, and buzzing with life -- often standing room only and packed shoulder-to-shoulder with locals and travelers alike. If you're a whisky fan (or even just whisky-curious), do yourself a favor and try one of their Scotland whisky flights. It's like taking a mini tour of the country's whisky regions without ever leaving your barstool -- and without worrying about driving. The bartenders really know their stuff and are happy to guide you toward something you'll love. A quick heads-up: no football colors allowed, which keeps the atmosphere friendly and relaxed no matter who you support. And speaking of friendly -- the locals here are as welcoming as they come. This is exactly the kind of place where Scotland's famous pub culture shines. Prices are surprisingly reasonable too, so you can sample a few drams without feeling guilty. Whether you're a seasoned whisky nerd or just looking to experience the local vibe, this is the spot. Pull up a stool (if you can find one) and enjoy a proper Scottish night out

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    Bloc+

    4.3(106 reviews)
    0.4 miCity Centre
    ££

    Easily accessible to Kings Cross. Had the Châteaubriand that was excellent. Great food and service.read more

    Came here for dessert . I had been eyeing there unique offerings and knew this was a must for when…read moreI finally had a chance to visit Glasgow ! Had the Goth ice cream which a black coconut ice cream With Jäegermeister syrup black sprinkles and wafer .Coconut creamy meets chocolate bitters and orange citrus . The syrup they use is sweet and thick and adds another dimensions of texture to this already complex up desert . Absolutely fabulous . I will definitely be back to try their buckfast shake . --- Came back the next day because I wanted to get their extremely limited goth dessert again which they were sold out of . Sad . But at least I had the chance to take advantage of their £4 Tuesday burger meal deal . I added caramelized onions for an extra pound but would recommend springing for the cheddar cheese or bacon for an extra £2 which is still a good deal ! As the the taste ? It's £4 burger with fries . No complaints ! As for the buckfast shake ...what an interesting concoction . It's strong ...I can only imagine what having straight buckfast would be like ..I'm glad my first time was in shake form as I'm sure the cream and milk toned down the alcohol and sharpness a lot . The overall flavor really grows on you . It reminds me of like a Neapolitan shake ( heavy on the chocolate and strawberry and no vanilla ice cream ) with a crap ton of added fermented strawberries and maraschino cherries and maraschino cherry syrup . If I was the chef I'd tweak this by adding a rum flambé banana slice or just banana in general would be so nice . I like this place a lot and would low key love to be a business partner or be able up a similar place in the States . Definitely a gem in Glasgow.

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    The Flying Duck - From official website

    The Flying Duck

    4.2(48 reviews)
    0.4 miCity Centre
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    This place attempts to incorporate faux meat in every dish. I had the bacon cheeseburger here. The…read morepatty was mushy and incohesive. The cheese tasted like vomit. And the chips that came with the meal were stale. I had the jackfruit "bbq pulled pork" was just sad. It was a nice atmosphere though

    Basically, the Flying Duck is a gem of a place…read more It has two rooms: The kitchen Bar which feels like home with funny news articles, quirky decor, random bits of tat and even a fully laden clothes line suspend over the bar. The mood in the bar is chilled, with nice mood lighting, good tunes and board games and books to use at your leisure should you want. There's even a microwave which you can use if you bring in your own food to eat! The kitchen bar is open during club hours too, so if you don't feel like dancing you can head on in to the kitchen and chill and/or eat and/or drink and/or play some board games at 2am!! The club is just as unique. there's parts of old furniture attached to the walls, lots of subtle nods to "The Big Lebowski" everywhere and lots of places to sit. There is a big quirky bar with all the mod cons including that lovely vintage tv playing some obscure Japanese films, of course. There's a big no frills dance area, complete with a wardrobe in the middle of the floor to dance around. There's not much in the way of flashy flashy lights, instead they have projections bouncing about the venue providing lighting changes and blasts from the pasts in the way of old footage and stuff. I've seen people stop dancing to reminisce at what they are seeing on the big projection screens. There is a nice set of standard lamps around to supply extra lighting around the tabled ares too. There is space for fowk to dance and sit and mingle with out feeling like a club, even though it kinda is. Friday and saturday nights see a good varied selection of club nights from 90's themed ones with bingo to indie stuff to b-sides to rawk to funk and everything in between. Um Did I mention you you get free toast?! PS. Check out the toilets for years worth of funny graffiti, art and poetry!

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    Max's Bar & Grill - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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