The Alpen Lodge
Traditional Glasgow pub near the station with kids' menu, high chairs and great craic — go early, before the evening crowd builds.

Pub · Glasgow
Right on Central Station's doorstep, this is a proper old Glasgow bar — small, traditional, and unpretentious, with an unspoiled interior and a kids' menu, high chairs and buggy access. It's a genuinely tight room, so a pram takes a bit of manoeuvring, and the toilets are down a flight of stairs, which is worth knowing before you settle in with little ones. Come on a weekday and it's calm and spotlessly clean; weekends bring karaoke, live singers and a busy over-30s crowd, and prices creep up. Otherwise it's good value for the city centre, with a well-poured Guinness around £4.50 and a decent spread of spirits and wine. Service is quick — no hanging about to get served — and the staff are warm and chatty. There's outdoor seating too, and dogs are welcome. Regulars come for the "good patter".

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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