Glasgow’s top wine bars
Wondering where in the city to head for a cheeky merlot? We’ve rounded up five of the best wine bars in Glasgow.
Vroni’s
The ‘daddy’ of the Glasgow wine bar scene, Vroni’s (main image) has been wetting the whistles of wine drinkers for over 20 years. It’s exactly what you’d expect from a traditional wine bar - dimly lit interior, plenty tables for two, knowledgeable staff and a cracking selection of reds, whites, roses and Champagnes. Hugely popular (predominantly with a 30+ crowd), Vroni’s is old school but not old hat.
Cellar 675
Walk past Cellar 675 almost any night of the week and you’ll find customers stocking up on weekend wine and quaffing a glass or two as well. That’s because in the evenings, this Clarkston Road off-licence turns into the compact and bijoux Bar 675 that, once you get over the initial strangeness of the surroundings, is a gem of a find. Owner, Matthew, is a brilliant wine buff and the mostly-local regulars are a really friendly bunch.
Villiers & Co.
Bright, contemporary and without even the tiniest soupçon of snobbery, Villiers & Co on Woodlands Road could definitely look more coffee shop/bakery than wine bar but one look at the wine list - which features impressive and interest flights - you’ll realise it’s delicious pinots, not pastries, on the go here. There’s a lovely and great value selection of charcuterie and cheeseboards available too should you fancy a snack to accompany your wine flight.
Boudoir
Boudoir doesn’t need to lose any beauty sleep over not looking the part. Wine casks for tables, intimate booths and seductive lighting, this friendly bar revels in the Continental tradition of wine bars but with a truly global wine offering. It’s in the heart of the Merchant City and if you nab a window seat there are few better places to people watch on a Saturday afternoon, with a large glass of Cab Sauv in hand.
Ubiquitous Chip
With over 300 wines on offer, we can’t miss the Ubiquitous Chip off our block of bars (sorry, couldn’t resist). The resident sommelier will help you navigate the list but if you’re looking for a no-fuss but excellent option, give the house wines a try first. The wine flights are great too and while the rest of Ashton Lane can get a bit rowdy, the atmosphere is nothing but convivial in this Glasgow favourite.