The Ben Nevis — Glasgow

Pub · Glasgow

The Ben Nevis

4.6 (1,558 reviews)
££ 📍 1147 Argyle St, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8TB

About The Ben Nevis

A Highland-themed corner of Glasgow with a fantastic wood-and-bare-stone interior, snug and warm rather than sprawling — worth knowing before you arrive with a pram, because it's a small bar that gets busy and the crowd can be local, loud and lively. High chairs, buggy access and a kids' menu are in place, and there's outdoor seating when it's mobbed inside. The staff are the real draw: patient, genuinely knowledgeable, and happy to talk you through a wall of malts (Dalmore 15 and Aberfeldy 16 come up often), with a good Guinness and rotating cask ales like Cromarty's pale. Trad music sessions run some evenings — typically Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday — so pick a quiet afternoon if little ones need calm. It's crept a bit pricey, and food is limited.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Likely
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Lively
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Booking Walk-ins welcome
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Best for All ages

Tags

#live music bar#outdoor seating#pub
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Three Family Friendly UK Restaurant Activity Packs spread across a table — colouring, drawing and origami pages for kids.

The Free Restaurant Activity Packs Your Table Will Love

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.

  • Colouring
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  • Drawing lessons
  • Table questions

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