Sloans, Glasgow

Sloan's main claim to fame has been that it is Glasgow's oldest bar(something the Scotia and College Bar may contest) but it is one of Glasgow's best bars for a pint (and more). Despite entrances being located on both Argyll & Buchanan street its not always easy to find as they are not that clearly marked and are via a small arcade entrance and a small alleyway (that hosts a small market every weekend). The bar itself if pretty impressive with a dark wood central bar area with both seating and standing room being plentiful with tables and chaired areas all around. There is a good and rotating selection of tap beers available (better than most) including Kelburn, WEST and Caledonian beers. It also has some good bottled beers such as Williams, Brewdog etc and spirits and a selection of cocktails. Prices are about what you would expect for the city centre ( £3.10 for a West) etc. Outside is a large(ish) seated area that is mostly sheltered (for smokers or to chill out in summer). Sloan's regularly hosts a wide variety of events including a classic movie night , Ceilidh's , Burns night , Mac and cheese nights etc so it is worth checking their website. Clientèle are mixed from office workers to clubbers to old blokes in for a pint - bar staff change a lot but are pretty decent. Another must if you have not visited