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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
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

4.3(1,363 reviews)
££Opens in 15 hours

Address

266 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JP, UK

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Menu

Dishes and prices for The Griffin.

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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

5.0lindsey m

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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5.0Ella MacDonald

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!

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5.0Madison Tuttle

Really 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.

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5.0Burney Frahm (Backstage)

I had a couple of pints. Nice well appointed bar with beer, wine and hard alcohol. Reasonable pricing.

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5.0Belinda owen

Walked in without booking, ate delicious food and drinks. Kids menu. Great service and atmosphere.

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