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#

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.

A local bar full of charaters. live music every weekend and big screen sky sportsread more

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!

No, no, no. If…read moreyou've ever walked past this pub and thought, "that looks like a nice spot for a pint while I wait for my train", let me assure you, it's not. While station bars in Glasgow city centre are generally ones to be avoided at the best of times, bear in mind this is a station bar in Dalmuir and for that reason, it's a local bar for local people. Nip in for a pint during the day if you really must, but never, ever, ever on a Friday or Saturday night. Yikes.

Popped in for a late lunch today, despite the pub being busy we got a table. The waiting staff…read morewere lovely, attentive and we got served quickly. There was a large party of 36 in for a birthday and the pub had catered a buffet style lunch, looked like your usual buffet food but I thought that was a great idea. Our food was lovely, typical fish and chips with minted peas and tartare sauce. The sausage and mash was delish but the fried onion rings and tempura chicken combo meal was a bit greasy. The house white was nice, only £12.....decent for a pub lunch but nothing fancy.

Great local pub with live entertainment including a wickedly good pub quiz with regular laid back…read morehost Captain Stu. Read about the quiz here... http://www.glasgowpubquiz.com/chandlers-blog.html

Just a nice wee local pub. Serves great food during the day, and is a great place to watch Celtic…read moregames. Will get busy quickly though, so be there early. Friendly locals and staff.

This was not a very good experience. When I arrive to a mostly empty restaurant at lunchtime and am…read moreasked if I have a booking, that's usually a clue. We were seated and left with the menus... for a long time. After about 15 minutes, someone came for orders. They do label vegetarian and gluten free items on part of the menu, but I had questions about the burger with no bun. Turns out there's gluten in the meat too, so I opted for the veggie risotto. When I asked the waitress what vegetables were in it, her answer was "peas... and some other stuff, I can't remember." Sounds great! My partner ordered a veggie wrap off the light bites menu. After another way too long period of time, we finally got our food. The risotto seemed like normal rice with sauce poured over - it was strange in texture and flavour. The veggies were peas, leeks and what I'm pretty sure was lettuce, though it could have been kale. My partner's wrap was super spicy and he didn't really enjoy that either. Since I'd ordered off the set menu, I had to wait for the dessert to roll up (white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake - base is not gluten free!) We requested the bill and dessert at the same time, bill arrived first. The cheesecake was unimpressive; I couldn't pick out any white chocolate, and the berries were more scattered on the plate than in/on the cake itself. The servers were friendly enough, but the whole experience was just so slow. I would not return.

Lounge is a wonderful pub. Gorgeous decor. The first time I came here, I was 17 and looking for…read moresomething a bit different from Paisley. The atmosphere in Largs at night is so much better than in Paisley. You don't feel like you're going to be stabbed. Fast forward three and a half years and here we are, sunny day and looking for a beer garden. I remember Lounge has a roof terrace. Drinks are reasonable. The pub is classy, chandeliers and chesterfield sofas, that kind of thing and a full cocktail menu. Worth a visit when you're down this way! After Nardini's, of course.