20 Bars to Take Your Boyfriend in Glasgow

A haven for fried chicken and quirky cocktails, with a penchant for all things American, Absurd Bird is a Glasgow gem. Take your boyfriend to one of their legendary boozy brunches and you can scoff two courses each with a bottle of prosecco or a beer tower. 

Famed for their incredible selection of craft beer, BrewDog is a cool date night destination to take your boyfriend in Glasgow. As well as offering every kind of beer you can think of, they also host one heck of a weekend boozy brunch and regular quirky events. 

Looking to add a dash of Mediterranean flair to your next date night? Take the boyfriend to Cubatas, a fun bar and restaurant in Glasgow serving tasty tapas, authentic paella and a stunning drinks selection. To top it off, they even have regular food and drink deals if you're saving pennies.

If your man is into his craft brews, head to Innis & Gunn on Ashton Lane for a pint or two. The bar serves freshly brewed creations, matured in flavoured casks to achieve their iconic taste, which can be paired with traditional Scottish food that utilises beer with inventive recipes.

Kelvingrove Cafe is one sleek spot for drinking and dining with your partner in Glasgow. Snuggle up in one of their plush leather booths and dive into a menu of internationally-inspired small, medium and large plates so you can share as much (or as little) as you please. 

If you're a couple that loves freshly-baked slices of mouthwatering pizza, then this is the ideal spot to go on a fun date night in Glasgow. Pizza Punks are sure to knock your boyfriend's socks off with their menu of quirky creations and signature cocktails. 

The old expression goes, the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, and there is no better place to fill up on prime cuts than here. Pairing its mouthwatering steaks with a broad variety of cocktails and sleek interiors, The Butchershop Bar & Grill is a winner for meat-lovers. 

If you fancy switch things up with a quirky activity, take the boyfriend to Fore Play, the city's top destination for crazy golf, street food and booze. You'll have a blast making your way through the course with delicious street eats and drinks to round off your visit. 

Super Bario is a hub for all things retro gaming in Glasgow and an essential venture for quirky date nights with your boyfriend. Add a dash of competition to your evening with Mortal Kombat II, Ridge Racer, Super Mario Bros and plenty more to keep you on your toes. 

Riding Room is Glasgow's home of all things raucous and rambunctious. Attracting a blend of the city's LGBT community, as well as those simply in to enjoy a show, Riding Room never fails to disappoint with its burlesque, cabaret, magic and musicians seven nights a week.

Entertainment comes by the bucket-load at Hillhead Bookclub, from fabulous drag night to competitive ping pong tournaments. Take your boyfriend here for a fun yet affordable date night in Glasgow, with a diverse menu of hearty scran and cheap drinks to keep you filled up.

If you're a chilled-out couple that loves their live music, Bloc+ is going to be right up your street. Head here for regular music nights, a mouthwatering menu of junk food and ample bar selection, all of which are sure to keep the boyfriend entertained until closing time. 

The Loveable Rogue is a charming pub boasting bags of character and warmth, perfect for chilly date nights in Glasgow. Take your boyfriend here and you'll find a menu of comfort food such as lobster mac and cheese, kiev with curried cauliflower and deep fried oysters. 

Drygate is so much more than your average brewpub, in fact this Glasgow gem is home to a pretty terraced area and an ample menu of delicious BBQ meat goodies. Take your boyfriend here and he's sure to lap up all the beer and burgers he can get his hands on.  

With its art-lined walls, piano that's free for anyone to play and menu of classic Scottish scran, 226 Gallowgate is a pub that's just as cool as the neighbourhood its located within. If you and your boyfriend love to while away the hours in a quirky bar, this place certainly won't disappoint. 

Tequila, tacos and techno... does that sound like something you and your man would enjoy? Luckily for you, that's exactly Mezcal's area of expertise. Date nights here are made up of delicious Mexican eats, classic cocktails and dancing to an impressive roster of DJs.

A bespoke bar from the owner of Chinaskis and The Berkeley Suite, Tabac is a stylish cocktail joint made up of stylish decor and dim lighting to add extra ambience to your date night. If you're boyfriend is a sucker for creative mixes, this illicit drinking den is sure to make some memories.  

Adding a dash of South American flavour to Merchant City, Boteco Do Brasil is one fun restaurant to take your boyfriend. Whether you're in the mood to hit the dance floor and take part in a salsa lesson or stuff your face with Brazilian food and cocktails, this place is sure to liven up date night.