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    The Ben Nevis

    4.3 (36 reviews)
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    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating

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    Carolyn M.

    I'm so glad I finally made my way in to this wee pub. One of my boyfriends favourites in the area, I'm surprised we'd not been in prior to this visit. Walking up to the pub, I'm always quite put off by the amount of people that hang right outside the door to smoke (if not directly in the doorway) which is probably why I've never been in with friends before. Today was different, as it was a Saturday, around lunch time- still early for most party animals to still be in their beds wishing away Friday nights feelings. We walked in and were able to grab a cider right away from the most amazing lady bartender. She reminded me of someone or seemed a bit familiar, but I couldn't place her at all. She was sincere and friendly, warm and welcoming. I love this wee pub even more because of her. Anyway, again, noting that the city is quite small (gets smaller the longer I live here), we were also greeted by one of my boyfriends co-workers who was here enjoying a drink with her husband before they headed across the street for lunch. I quite like meeting people he knows through work/football, etc out and about at pubs I've never been to. I get to hear about what they get in to at work/on the football pitch and the stories are quite hilarious...especially with a few drinks. But I digress... This pub is quite cozy and warm feeling and I like that it's more of a quite bar (at this time of the day anyway), where you can sit and enjoy someone's company without having to shout at them. I can honestly see why this is one of my boyfriends favourite pubs and after just one visit, I can tell you it's not one of mine as well.

    Maureen M.

    I'm a big fan of the Ben Nevis, a traditional Scottish pub complete with roaring fire and vast whisky collection. Being a vegetarian however, I'm not a fan of the dead animals scattered around the place, particularly the squashed bird I am forced to look at every time I make my way to the ladies. The Ben Nevis is tiny so I would advise arriving early at the weekend if you want a seat.

    Linda T.

    Whisky extravaganza! Several good beers on tap, an impressive selection of whisky and great live music! A great way to top of an early-ish night, as they close at midnight.

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    13 years ago

    There is a good folk band playing tonight shame it is drowned out by the crowd

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    Great selection of whisky, and great atmosphere! My wife and I had our last dram in Scotland before leaving... We will be back!

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    Always head here when having a night out in Glasgow. Lovely decor and a real mixture of folk. Would highly recommend for anyone.

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    Good pub with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Excellent whisky selection behind the bar. Worth a visit if you are in the neighbourhood.

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    Review Highlights - The Ben Nevis

    The Malt of The Month is particularly cheap, and worth coming for alone if you like your whisky.

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    The Pot Still

    4.7(153 reviews)
    1.1 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

    Even if you are not a whiskey fan, this place is worth visiting if you're in town. Just to see…read moretheir ginormous, or hmm, whiskey-normous, selection of bottles lining the wall, and the bartenders going up and down the ladders to fetch them. This may prompt you to feel like ordering a drink. You are in good hands and they can totally recommend something that you may like. Their selection is so huge they don't have a menu, you just have to ask for your label or take their recommendations. Naturally, most of the selection is Scottish whiskey, but if you somehow prefer otherwise, (say you are a local tired of Scotch... or just want to reaffirm nothing beats a Scotch?) they do offer whiskey from other countries, as well as beer and ciders, as well as gin, rum and the like. They do offer pies and other bar food, but we went after dinner and just couldn't stomach more food, tempting as they may sound.

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    The Pot Still - Amazing whisky selection!

    Amazing whisky selection!

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    The Belle - Lovely toasty fireplace!

    The Belle

    4.2(33 reviews)
    0.8 miHillhead, Great Western Road, West End
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    Oh come on guys!!!!…read more Amazing coffee for 99p, free wifi, chilled out music, roaring fire and trendy chic looking patrons (why do i like girls in thick rimmed glasses?). Many bars just don't know how to 'do' the day time crowd when not in a 'it's 12pm... beer o'clock! kinda area. The Belle though, knows what it's doing. This place has the perfect vibe for a coffee house and pretty much pulls it off without even really trying. In fact, if you hid the bar in this joint it would pretty much look, feel and smell (smell? really? shut up inner voice...) like a coffee joint. I love this place..it's my bestest friend and it's pure good.

    I really like The Belle, actually - it's definitely a pub I forget about, but this week it was the…read moreperfect spot for me to get some work done over a pot of tea. It's a cosy pub on Great Western Road with an awesome fireplace - it's worth a visit for that alone. I popped in on a Monday afternoon as I needed to get some work done and Papercup was just too busy. Thankfully, The Belle was nice and quiet, and I was able have my pot of tea and work away. They apparently have free wifi which I didn't try on this occasion (I mostly just tether from my own phone), the staff are friendly and the music was perfectly fine. I'd rate this is a pretty decent working spot so I'm sure I'll be back soon!

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    The Belle - Oh "deer" he ran through the wall (sorry)

    Oh "deer" he ran through the wall (sorry)

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    The Belle - Lovely coal fire.

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    Lovely coal fire.

    The Brass Monkey - Craft Beer menu

    The Brass Monkey

    3.9(24 reviews)
    0.2 miFinnieston, West End
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    If you are into craft beer and chill vibe this is a great spot. They carry Overtone Brewing line in…read morecans and it is as good as any US NEIPA including Trillium, Treehouse, Singlecut, Other Half and Tired Hands. Come early or it will be crowded.

    Great pub to stop and have a drink after walking around town. Located within about walking distance…read morefrom hotels. Appearance/Location: corner bar located on Argyle street. Good location to stop on your way back from Kelvingrove's Art Gallery and Museum. We walked from the museum to the pub without any problems. It's nice on the inside. There are some tables and the bar is at the center with a nice display of alcohol both on tap and on the walls. Beer: there was large selection of beer and liquor to choose from. I was looking for a good stout and the bartender, Andrew gave me some really good recommendations. I settled on the Overtone Milk that he recommended and it did not disappoint. It was smooth, full bodied, and flavorful. Nice chocolate flavor with a hint of smokiness to it. My husband got the Drygate IPA and it was crisp and hoppy. Service: I always look for good conversation, attentiveness, kindness, and whether or not the server and or bartender was knowledgeable about what they're serving. Our bartender Andrew was all of the above. He was so welcoming, and my husband and I enjoyed the great conversation With him. He knew a lot about the selection of beers and whiskey, where it came from, and who it came from, so that was wonderful! Thank you Andrew for a great experience. We hope we can stop by again while we're still in Glasgow.

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