The Gate — Restaurant in Scotland

First time in here as members of our party were attending a gig at the Barrowlands, directly opposite. I was in here on a Wednesday evening as I didn't attend the gig. Great wee pub. You walk in and think your not going into a pub but some kind of back alley, but it's lit with warm yellow strip lights. The staff greet you as you enter, and your offered a glass of ice cold water, which I admit I've never seen in a pub before. This is a great hidden gem and the staff are very friendly and kept me company all evening as I was on my own. Great atmosphere too. It was busy in the early part of the evening, but quietened after 9ish. Great choice of drinks, with over 200 varieties of whisky, just to start. Very quirky pub, low setting lights but the ambiance is fantastic and your really made to feel welcome. Would definitely visit again. It's only open from 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday but well worth visiting one of Glasgow's hidden gems. You wouldnt even think it was a pub from the outside. ...

You know what's properly excellent in ways I didn't even know existed? The Gate is excellent in ways I didn't even know existed. Everything, from the drinks to the service, was executed to a level of such acute detail and care that I feel compelled to go door to door telling anyone I meet about it.

The cocktails are some of the best I've tried anywhere, and the "hauf & hauf" is a proper must for anyone who enjoys a little liquid tourism. The staff were clearly drinks geeks with encyclopaedic understanding of all of the fiddly bits but were mercifully easy going and generous with their time. I loved it.

One extra star should be awarded for atmosphere, because I've never felt like I was in Coen Brothers film more than stepping out into the neon lights of...

This is a great little pub opposite Barrowlands. All of the staff are hospitable, engaging & anxious for you to enjoy yourself. We made a booking for drinks & snacks before heading to a show across the street.

We sampled a couple pints of beer, a whisky cocktail & some rose wine. A cheese toastie & a bowl of mixed nuts was the perfect combo. Other guests at the bar were convivial & created a very relaxed vibe. A special shout out to Kaitlyn , the owner of The Cow People @ Barras Market. She added to our mirth & total enjoyment of visiting Glasgow.

Whether you are are going to a concert or visiting the market, a stop @ The Gate...