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Waterloo Bar

Historic Glasgow gay pub with cabaret, karaoke and a loyal local crowd

Glasgow, UK

3.9

806 reviews

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About Waterloo Bar

The Waterloo is widely described as one of Scotland’s oldest surviving gay pubs. Its Argyle Street location sits outside the main Merchant City cluster but only a short walk from Glasgow Central station. This is a traditional, no-nonsense pub rather than a nightclub. The daytime crowd often skews older and local, while karaoke, cabaret and live entertainment bring in a broader mix later in the week. The venue’s longevity and community feel are the main draw. Come for affordable drinks, conversation and a slice of Glasgow queer history rather than elaborate cocktails or club production.

What to expect

An old-school gay pub with a loyal local crowd, straightforward drinks and regular karaoke, cabaret and live entertainment.

Vibes

Gay Bar Historic Pub Cabaret Karaoke Live Music Local Crowd

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Practical tips before you visit

The bar is close to Glasgow Central station, at 306 Argyle Street.

Check the operator’s Facebook page for the latest cabaret and karaoke lineup.

Friday and Saturday finish at 01:00, later than the midnight weekday closing.

Sunday finishes at 23:00, so plan an earlier visit than on Saturday.

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Location

Waterloo Bar

306 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8LY, UK

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4.3

806 reviews

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Spud Pirate Captain Extraudinaire

4 months ago

The Waterloo is a great pub. The drinks are reasonably priced with special offers always available. The live music is fantastic especially if like Rod Stewart or the 80's. The staff are fantastic without exception. It is a safe bar that is welcoming.

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Scott Francey

2 months ago

A bar that's lost its way. Oldest gay bar in Glasgow now only claims to be gay friendly. Used to a safe space for the lgbt+ community now a straight bar where you get a load of stares if you're gay. Not a comfortable place to be any more. Went often whenever is Glasgow, atmosphere is poor now. Much better lgbt bars elsewhere in the city

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Jason Lester

8 months ago

Came to Glasgow as a single traveller for business, and went here to do something instead of sitting alone in my hotel room... What a lovely place, and wacky Wednesday was hilarious (yiu get nothing for a pair!). Awesome night. Great priced drinks as well

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lisa Marie

2 months ago

Great wee bar. Staff are always very welcoming and friendly.

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Alex Mcd

7 years ago

Great place to go been going for years but what a transformation the new owner Bobby has done since taking over a few years back. Staff very friendly and entertainment great especially at the weekend it's a Gay bar but straight ppl do go as is great atmosphere HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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