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    Thistle Bar

    4.0 (1 review)
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    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    The John Fairweather - Fancy bathrooms

    The John Fairweather

    4.3(7 reviews)
    0.0 miCambuslang
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    You know what? For a Wetherspoons in Cambuslang, this is a pretty damn good pub. I was here on a…read moreFriday night for a friend's birthday and the place was busy. We were seated up the top in the dining area and the place is an amazing restoration from the former cinema built in the 20s. It's got glamour and style, and I love how they've kept some of the seating area at the top - although the creepy mannequins are super... creepy. The only issue with this place is that its order at the bar (expect to be around 10 minutes) and the food menu is ridiculous. There was so many dishes to choose from (over 30, by my guess) that it took me ages to decide what to have. I ended up going for macaroni cheese with extra cheese (hey, it was an option). The food arrived to our table pretty quickly and actually, I really liked the macaroni cheese. It was obviously insanely cheesy but also had a nice crumb of cripsy breadcrumbs on top. Generous size and super cheap at around £5. While I can't imagine going out of my way to go here, it was a great place to spend a while for a birthday night out so if I was in Cambuslang again, I might make my way back.

    First of all I need to give some background as context to this review. I lived most of my life in…read morethe west of they city where local bars are in abundance and there are literally tonnes of places I would go for a pint. A few years back we moved to Cambuslang and there was literally no where in the area that I would go for a pint without fearing for my life. This meant the news of a Weatherspoon's opening on Main Street certainly gave cause for interest. Again more context is needed as I am not a fan of the brand and therefore I was ready to hate the place from the moment I walked through the door. The interior is huge and has been done up nicely. They have left a lot of the old touches from the bingo hall that was open here many years back. I like that they have not ripped all the old history out. The beer range is amazing and cheap. Literally the cheapest I can think of in Glasgow. £1.70 for a pint of craft IPA is unheard of these days. They also do food, but I am not sure I would eat here, it's more a bar in my mind. That said I had some onion rings last night and they tasted fine. If this bar had set up in other parts of Glasgow this review would be different I think, but in Cambuslang for me this is the best thing to happen since I got here 5 years ago. It's a shame they don't play music, but you can't have everything I guess. If your a lost tourist, this place is safe to stop for a pint. If your a local not from the area originally and without a "local" bar you should give it a try. If you have lived in Cambuslang all your like and usually stick to your normal bars you should still also check it out. I reckon you will be surprised at the range and value for money.

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    The John Fairweather - Outside

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    The John Fairweather - Outdoor seating area, comfy couches

    Outdoor seating area, comfy couches

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    The Butterfly and the Pig - Frittata! Eggs and veggies, the healthiest thing I ate all week.

    The Butterfly and the Pig

    4.6(333 reviews)
    4.8 miCity Centre
    ££

    7pm reservation, we were seated immediately. The menu is clever and there really seems to be…read moresomething for everyone. My frittata was light but full of fresh piping hot vegetables. The wine list is replete with moderately priced wines; honestly we would have been willing to pay more for a couple of even better alternatives, but I would not classify that as a complaint. Service was friendly and attentive and this restaurant is so eclectic and fun.

    This was a higher rated local pub we tried and about a 12 minute walk from our Hilton. It was…read moreearly at 5:00pm and not busy. 3 of the 4 of us ordered the fish and chips (17.95 GBP) just to try another joint. The wife ordered their "Fisherman" which is pan seared Scottish coley or pollock (for 27 GBP). The battered fish with the chips was more delicately done here and delicious. As an aside I tried several times to find a place here in Glasgow or in Edinburgh that did a "special" fish and chips, that is breaded with crumbs and not battered, but apparently no one does that healthier old school preparation anymore (and I need to inform my old work colleague who hailed from Glasgow and gave me this inside tip that it's not practiced anymore). I also had a Chieftain IPA. The side of peas were dryish and not flavorful and small portioned and not done as well and tasty as I have had in London or Perth, just saying. We also had their sticky toffee pudding with ice cream for dessert and that was good. The fries were mediocre. Server was friendly and attentive. 4 stars overall and a nice local flavor Glasgow outing.

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    The Butterfly and the Pig - Some cozy seating.

    Some cozy seating.

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    Sunday roast dinner

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