Blackfriars
Blackfriars
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11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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 - 3:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Sunday
12:30 PM - 12:00 AM
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Neighborhood: Merchant City
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- Sean G2 contributionsGod pub. Poor serviceI have always loved this pub. Great beer in the Merchant City and live music. Only downside today was the service. Not sure why it is okay to be served short pints as if that was OK I had to ask 3 times for a pint to be topped up by same barmaid who verging on being rude. Really not OK.Visited March 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 26, 2023
- Douglas MLytham St Anne's, United Kingdom212 contributionsLunchtime drinkWe visited on a Friday lunchtime. The bar was quiet, but so was most of the local area at the time. There was a good selection of beers. The food menu was a limited one with food supplied by Blackfriars sister establishment. It was either a choice of pizza or small plates. We went for the 3 for £17 including cheesy garlic bread and mini breaded lasagnes. The food came via a delivery man from along the road. It did take a while to arrive though so a bit of patience required. Overall pleasant lunchtime drinks with finger food. Probably better for the former than the latterVisited July 2023Traveled with friendsWritten July 29, 2023
- Stewart J4 contributionsGreat Music and BeerWent on a Monday night. Music was great. Was an open mic thing. Beer was good. Didn't have food but loads of people eating pizza that looked great. Could do with more whiskey, but I'm sure they will at a later dateVisited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten October 3, 2023
- oransomeZurich, Switzerland1,102 contributionsDecent pub. Excellent for live music.Decent pub. Excellent for live music. Live in Fri, Sat and Sun We went to see Big Duffy and the Goods. Excellent way to pass a Sunday afternoon Location is central too.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 22, 2023
- Johnny C3 contributionsChristmas cheersIt’s a lovely wee bar and decorated gorgeously with all the Christmas decorations. The staff were very pleasant and attentive. Only off putting thing was the price. We got the same round in here as O’Neills and it was a good couple of pound dearer. We would come back but not for a full night out.Visited December 2023Traveled with friendsWritten December 4, 2023
- Dana M1 contributionGood laughGreat venue, good environment and even better quiz! Come along with my pals every few weeks and always leave smiling! Defines recommend! Machie is a superb host for the quiz tooVisited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 30, 2024
- Declan P3 contributionsVery goodVisited for the live music and it didn’t disappoint! Fantastic. The staff working were very good and the drink tasted great. Only downside was the price and how warm it was inside, wasn’t a problem during winter but I can’t imagine sitting inside during the summer.Visited February 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 7, 2024
- Jack CPaisley, United Kingdom2 contributionsA good pub with a lot to offerBeen coming to Blackfriars regularly since they reopened in 2022, and am always happy with the atmosphere, staff, and the pub generally. The pub quiz is always a lot of fun too with a good mix of questions, while the pub offers a lot of other events year-round for people to go to. It's also good that they link up with Nonna Said round the corner for food as it's always decent quality and price.Visited February 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 14, 2024
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Saoirse H
41 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Went in for the pub quiz. Didn't get the win but had a great time regardless. Very nice pints and very friendly staff. Highly recommended
Written February 27, 2024
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Jack C
Paisley, UK2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Been coming to Blackfriars regularly since they reopened in 2022, and am always happy with the atmosphere, staff, and the pub generally. The pub quiz is always a lot of fun too with a good mix of questions, while the pub offers a lot of other events year-round for people to go to. It's also good that they link up with Nonna Said round the corner for food as it's always decent quality and price.
Written February 14, 2024
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Lynne B
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Friends
Called in for the live entertainment, really nice atmosphere, speedy service and the bar staff were polite and helpful! Will definitely visit again.
Written February 11, 2024
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Declan P
3 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Visited for the live music and it didn’t disappoint! Fantastic.
The staff working were very good and the drink tasted great.
Only downside was the price and how warm it was inside, wasn’t a problem during winter but I can’t imagine sitting inside during the summer.
The staff working were very good and the drink tasted great.
Only downside was the price and how warm it was inside, wasn’t a problem during winter but I can’t imagine sitting inside during the summer.
Written February 7, 2024
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Paul
Scotland, UK3 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Great quiz on Tuesdays. General all-rounder and questions not too hard. Good Music and alcohol-free beer on draft, which is a bonus, for me at least.
Written February 7, 2024
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David K
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • Solo
Went for the Guiness, stayed for the quiz. Both are great!!! Lovely vibe all round and it’s a splendid way to spend a Tuesday evening!!!
Written January 30, 2024
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Vahri
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • Couples
Great night at mackies quiz! Great selection of drinks and your able to order food in from Nona said. Great tunes aswell! :)
Written January 30, 2024
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Kirsten B
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • Friends
A fabulous wee pub! Went with some friend and had a great night at the pub quiz on Tuesday, really good for a midweek night out ! The staff were all really friendly
Written January 30, 2024
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Dana M
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • Friends
Great venue, good environment and even better quiz! Come along with my pals every few weeks and always leave smiling! Defines recommend! Machie is a superb host for the quiz too
Written January 30, 2024
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Jan 2024 • Friends
Good wee atmosphere fab for a pub quiz! Really enjoyed our night with friends, good for a wee local night out, would definitely recommend
Written January 30, 2024
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john0ne
Glasgow, UK7 contributions
are children allowed in Blackfriars?
Monaghanchristine
Glasgow, UK42 contributions
No it’s not a child friendly place
Stewart F
11 contributions
Hi there,
is this bar good for group table bookings? Not looking for food but something casual with drinks etc.
Thanks,
Stewart
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