Cocktail bars in Glasgow

From tucked-away Finnieston cocktail dens to tenement basement bars off Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow's drinking rooms take their pours seriously, whether that means a rotating whisky list or a rum swizzle served under fairy lights.

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The Glasgow ranking

6 listings compiled from public sources, best-reviewed first. Ratings aggregated from public reviews; contact them directly. Tap any to expand, or switch to the map to browse by location.

The Absent Ear
1

The Absent Ear

Classic cocktails · Closed · Opens 5 PM

Experience-focused cocktail bar with high-quality spirits and inventive garnishes

“Meticulous cocktails and playful garnishes make this an intimate spot worth planning your night around.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
Brunswick St★ 4.8 · 349
The Gate
2

The Gate

Classic cocktails · Closed · Opens 4 PM

Creative cocktails, toasties, and over 150 whiskies

“Stone-and-wood intimacy meets serious range, with inventive cocktails and a whisky list deep enough to get lost in.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
251 Gallowgate★ 4.8 · 225
The Pot Still
3

The Pot Still

Dive bars · Closed · Opens 11 AM

Traditional pub with an extensive whisky selection

“Hundreds of malt whiskies line the shelves above a proper traditional bar, and the reviews back it up.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
154 Hope St★ 4.8 · 4,163
Dakota Hotel Glasgow
4

Dakota Hotel Glasgow

Hotel bars

Upscale hotel bar and restaurant with airport shuttle service

“A polished, moody hotel bar that consistently wins over guests with confident service and a warm, upscale feel.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
179 W Regent St★ 4.7 · 1,539
Radisson RED Glasgow
5

Radisson RED Glasgow

Hotel bars · Closest Hotel

Rooftop bar with cocktails at a boutique hotel

“A funky rooftop perch with playful, boutique energy that makes a strong-rated hotel bar worth seeking out on its own.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
25 Tunnel St★ 4.7 · 4,790
One Devonshire Gardens by Hotel du Vin
6

One Devonshire Gardens by Hotel du Vin

Hotel bars

Hotel bar serving cocktails and drinks in a Victorian setting

“A posh, plush bar tucked into a Victorian townhouse hotel, ideal for an elegant nightcap before bed.”

— summarized from public reviews by an automated system
1 Devonshire Gardens★ 4.6 · 1,556

Common questions

Cocktail bars in Glasgow

Who are the top-rated cocktail bars in Glasgow?

By drinker ratings, The Absent Ear, The Gate, and The Pot Still are among the highest-rated cocktail bars in Glasgow. Ratings reflect aggregated public drinker reviews.

What kinds of cocktail bars does Glasgow have?

Glasgow's listings cover hotel bars, classic cocktails, and dive bars. Use the specialty filter to narrow the list.

How do I get in touch with cocktail bars in Glasgow?

Every listing here can be contacted directly — no marketplace in between. 6 of the 6 Glasgow listings include a phone number or website you can reach straight from this page.