Great pub if you like crowds and atmosphere, although expect to queue at the bar at evenings and…read moreweekends. The bar prices are very cheap and they offer everything from a fair selection of whiskies to real ales, so there is something for everyone. The do a karaoke upstairs at weekends which draws a fair crowd. Overall I would classify it as a bit of a working man's bar. The toilets are "a bit manky" as stated elsewhere, with the gents being located in the main bar area and the ladies located upstairs. There are a couple of puggy machines and a quiz machine, but the volumes are low. There are also tv screens located high on the walls permanently tuned into SKY sports or SKY sports update.

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Why I like Sweeney's on the Park: -it sells two real ales…read morefrom Fyne Ales at £3.30 and in good condition -it has very friendly staff -nicely refurbished interior -feels like a locals' pub even though it's been gentrified somewhat -has a selection of great value snacks such as pies and sausage rolls -has sky TV for the fitba -welcome break from some "classier" venues nearby -breaks up the journey between John Striling Maxwell and Mulberry Street

We were booked as a band for a night of music in Sweeney's, playing alongside some other local…read moreacts. The night itself wasn't organised by the bar but someone outwith who hosts a regular music showcase. The evening felt very uorganised, and although, little of this is down to Sweeney's, the staff were of little help. We arrived early. The decor is eclectic, the pub definitely has a personal touch. I really liked the musical and instrument motifs by the stage area. There's also some quirky signs by the bar. Although, it did all a bit funky and mismatched to me. When we walked in, instruments in hand, we made our way from one half of the bar to the other; one which has the stage. Although the bar staff in the first room had explained we'd to head through to the second, nobody welcomed us or explained what would be happening when we got there. Other than a heckle from some folks at a table and a 'What will you be playing for us?!', we were left to it. We took a seat and, noticing no other instrument-in-hand folks, wandered exactly what the plan was. So we ordered drinks, and then I introduced myself and the band. At this point, more musicians were in the bar. Phew! The barman explained that the person who runs the night was running late. Understandably not their fault, what could they do? But then time went on and on. And there was no update from the bar. We just waited and waited. We'd presumed we were first since it had been listed that way without a mention of running times but after waiting till after the night should have begun (when the organiser finally arrived), we found out we were second. By this point, we just wanted to play; play and go home. In addition, the monitor mix wasn't great and the organiser had mistakenly thought there was two of us, so Sweeney's only paid two of us for performing. The general feeling was that there's venues out there doing amazing things for local music. The best and memorable gigs for us have had great hosts behind them. We just didn't feel this way about Sweeney's, and that's a pity.

My boyfriend loves the name of this pub, so we decided to go in for an explore one rainy night in…read moreJohnstone. The Nip Inn is the kind of old fashioned pub where locals take their cap off and put their feet up over a pint, but it doesn't make it any less charming. Some "old man" pubs like these can appear quite intimidating when you're not from the local community, but we didn't feel any hostility or cold, hard stares when we entered. The staff were busy getting on with their job and the locals were too immersed in papers or chatting to each other, so we didn't feel self conscious. As far as booze choice goes, The Nip Inn has a better selection of beers and ales than the majority of pubs within a one mile radius. It was also cheap enough to keep me happy, and low key to keep me relaxed. I like The Nip Inn. Regrettably, it can't become my local since I am camping in Glasgow for the time being, but it's nice to know it's here for when me and my boyfriend are visiting the family! It's simple, low key and does the job.

Snugly placed just off Crow Road, the Three Craws has survived for years which is comforting, but…read moreas Gillian pointed out in the last review this is largely to do with this otherwise gorgeous area being a barren wasteland in terms of shops! Most of the other bars within a mile radius of this joint seem to close down - perhaps it's to do with how clogged up this road is with traffic, or the fact that the sparse bars this area has to offer seem squashed and exposed at the bottom of flats the 80s produced. For all these reasons, Three Craws is like a spacious and family orientated ranch compared to that. It's part of a chain so expect the standard pub fayre - fish and chips, bangers and mash, two for £8 pound deals...I used to eat in here quite a lot with my ex's family and we always enjoyed the food. It was stodgy and wholesome. Nevertheless, we had the same complaint as Gillian did with bar staff. They were always ice cold and not too eager to help when things went wrong with the orders...which they had a tendency to. We had a running joke that everytime we visited the Three Craws, the drink we wanted to order wouldn't be available. Towards the end of our visits there, it was not so much a joke than a reason not to return. I don;t know if it was to do with the fact we visited on Sundays (which was quiz night at the time) but my ex's dad had various grumbles about the poor selection of ales. Rather than encourage the staff to amend the situation, they often seemed irate that we were dissatisfied. I work in customer service and the last thing you want is a complaint but we were very mild mannered and understanding of the whole thing, so to be treated by staff the way customers can often be rude to you at the other end, it's just gets my goat. It wasn't the end of the world that we couldn't always get decent beer or ales on tap, but a bit more sympathy would've been nice. This was a while ago now so the staff have no doubt changed but certainly when we visited the staff had a knack of blowing a chill into the air of an otherwise cosy, laid back pub. Hopefully something's been changed on that front because we otherwise have no complaints!

Nice bar/restaurant with decent food. No riff-raff so very pleasant to have a decent conversation…read morewithout overbearing music. Glad that they now have a new ice-making machine as we had been in a few times and it had broken down.

Before going into Stumps for the very first time, I pretty much knew what to expect, what with the…read moremonotony of all the other bars in Partick. Yet again I was going to be a young man going into an old man's pubin, where you always get the feeling that you are something of an interloper. Especially so on this occasion, when I went through the doorway and an elderly man having a smoke outside muttered something under his breath at me, much like a big dog guarding its territory. But you should never judge a book by its cover. Stumps does have the usual kind of crowd and traditional look to it, but I was taken by surprise to hear Metallica blasting from the jukebox as soon as I walked in the door. As they are one of my favourite bands I took an instant shine to this place. The jukebox was actually very much the same kind you see in a Scream pub, with a massive choice of songs - very unusual for a pub like this but certainly very welcome. It felt great to be able to buy a pint, put on the Who on the jukebox and then kick back and relax. It felt quite warm inside too, even though it was a bitterly cold day in January. If only all pubs felt as warm inside - you get the feeling a lot of them just don't bother with the heating in order to save money. There was two televisions on in the pub which were showing different channels - one was Sky Sports 1 and the other Sky Sports News. There is also some very interesting paintings on the wall, some of Glasgow-related subjects like the subway and some cricket-related. It is a cricket-themed place as attested to by its name and its proximity to the local cricket club. Despite being one of the smallest local pubs, Stumps is definitely not as run of the mill as I expected it to be. The pints are quite cheap too, so I would definitely recommend it above most of the other pubs in the area.

when i first saw the name of this pub, i guiltily hoped that it would be something to do with…read moreamputees - alas, it was not to be. this is a cricket themed pub (there's a cricket ground a hundred yards up the road!), that specialises in draught beers and live sport. one for the older crowd, methinks.

Right in the middle of the Main Street in Baillieston, and the cheapest by far however it's not my…read morefirst choice of pub but I do go in on occasion. It was always named the "Auld House" for many years but over the past couple it has changed hands several times. The thing that struck me between the East End and West of the city it the price you pay for a pint in the West End, although if your from Glasgow you will probably understand anyway. Notwithstanding its a good pub for a pint if your out shopping locally

This pub is dingy and always dirty looking. Only been in twice and would never go back. It is…read moresituated on the main street in Irvine where old and young are passing. Whenever you pass there is always people outside with their drinks in hands and swearing on mobile phones. You are not made to feel welcome if you are not a regular.

A very down to earth pub, with no frills. Popular with the locals as it is one of the cheaper pubs…read morein the town. Always quite busy.

Well, I used to live down Partick way a few years ago…read more When passing the Dolphin, I had always forměd the opinion (ever although I had never been in the bar), that the place was a bit rough, and would be the kind of place where non regulars are not welecomed. Since then I have been in the place a few times, the last time being last night. How wrong i was. The place has a great atmosphere and the regulars seem to be quite friendly. The place has a certain character/charm. There arent many places with that in glasgow. Great to go back again.

I have heard many stories off the Dolphin over the years, but it was not till very recently as part…read moreof the Subcrawl that I actually managed to visit. For those who don't know already. This is a bar frequented by the Green 1/2 of Glasgow. On the walls there is pictures of Jock Stein and Henrik Larsson. On match days I would imagine it will be absolutely packed. The thing that struck me most about the place was how friendly the locals were. Ten of us trooped in having just been soaked by the usual Glaswegian summer weather. None of the regulars batted an eye at our entry and in fact several engaged in a bit of banter and chat with us. The bar is quite small, but the beer is good and the atmosphere seemed quite friendly. I would be happy to go back for another visit in the future.