Stumbled upon this pub while doing laundry so stopped and had a pint. Menu looked appealing so we came back another night for dinner. The food was amazing! I can highly recommend the haggis, neeps and tatties - was the best I had all over Scotland.
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Before you go
- Chef / owner
- Kenny Webster (Isle of Skye Brewing Company); previously Oli Norman / itison
- Opened
- 1903
- Style
- Historic theatre-side pub with Skye cask ales and traditional pub food
- Setting
- Bath Street / Elmbank Street corner opposite King's Theatre; wood panelling and Art Nouveau remnants
- Awards
- Category B listed building; CAMRA one-star historic pub interior
- Known for
- cask ale, King's Theatre crowds, historic interior
- Good for
- pre-theatre drinks, cask ale, casual pub meals
- Reservations
- Walk-ins often fine
- Booking
- Book online or call 0141 332 2833; email hello@thegriffinglasgow.co.uk
- Book online
- Open booking page
- Dietary tags
- dog-friendly
- Groups
- Rear function room with separate bar for comedy, music, and private hire
- Kids
- Family-friendly until 8pm with meals (CAMRA)
- Drinks
- Skye and guest cask ales, beers, spirits, cocktails, wine
- Noise / pace
- Busy around show times at the King's Theatre
- Getting there
- Charing Cross rail station nearby; Cowcaddens Subway about 5–10 minutes' walk
- Parking
- City-centre street / multi-storey parking
- Also
- Mon–Sat 11am–midnight; Sun noon–midnight; Named after publican William Griffin (1960s–70s)
Glasgow restaurant
The Griffin
Opening hours
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Overview
The Griffin has stood on the corner of Bath Street and Elmbank Street since 1903 (formerly the King’s Arms), long a theatre-goers’ pub opposite the King’s Theatre. The Category B listed interior still shows Art Nouveau remnants from William Reid’s 1903–4 remodelling, though CAMRA notes later alterations. After closing in March 2020, Isle of Skye Brewing Company owner Kenny Webster bought it from Oli Norman and reopened in 2022 after a refurbishment, with Skye cask ales on the handpumps and traditional pub food from a resident chef. Hours Mon–Sat 11am–midnight, Sunday noon–midnight. Book online or call 0141 332 2833 / hello@thegriffinglasgow.co.uk. Dog-friendly; family-friendly until evening with meals. Function room at the rear for comedy and music. Charing Cross station and Cowcaddens Subway are nearby.
Reviews
We hired this place out for a private event in the small bar - which was the perfect size and made the best dance floor / place to stand and chat. The staff were absolutely incredible! Honestly so kind and couldn't do enough to help us out. They were also really responsive in the lead up. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a fab space. Could have our own music and imagery projected too. Thank you to the Griffin team again!
Read on Google MapsReally solid burger on a delicious pretzel bun. Sauce wasn't much to write home about, but they had fun beer and alcohol options too. Can get quite busy and loud, but we got there in time for a table.
Read on Google MapsI had a couple of pints. Nice well appointed bar with beer, wine and hard alcohol. Reasonable pricing.
Read on Google MapsWalked in without booking, ate delicious food and drinks. Kids menu. Great service and atmosphere.
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