
Hillhead Bookclub
Quick info
About Hillhead Bookclub
On Vinicombe St, Hillhead Bookclub is a bar built around a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, where a base drink comes with hot sauce, spices, and garnishes added at the table. The food menu runs from a chicken buffalo sandwich and veg pakora with curry mayo to tempura cauli fries and a full breakfast, with pancakes available in chicken or bacon versions. Ping-pong, retro computer games, vintage fairs, and bingo run alongside the drinks and food, and outside tables sit out front for those watching the street. The room is walk-in, with no reservations taken for regular visits. Large groups can be accommodated, though bigger parties are asked to pre-order and pre-pay ahead of time. The space keeps a vintage, quirky decor throughout, setting the tone for the games and events held on site.
Good to know
“Characterful space with cocktails, ping-pong, retro computer games, vintage fairs and bingo.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention build-your-own bloody mary, veg pakora with curry mayo, tempura cauli fries and pancakes with chicken or bacon.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention build-your-own bloody mary, veg pakora with curry mayo, tempura cauli fries and pancakes with chicken or bacon.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers keep coming back for the build-your-own Bloody Mary paired with a full breakfast, alongside brunch favorites like pancakes with chicken or bacon and tempura cauli fries. Close behind, the curry mayo with veg pakora and outside seating for people-watching draw praise, and drinks and fries are enough on their own for some to leave happy. The vintage decor, ping-pong, and games get called quirky and lively, making it a favored West End spot for groups, including one party of 13 that called the food delicious and service perfect. The main recurring caveat comes from a party of 19 who pre-ordered and pre-paid a week ahead yet still waited over an hour for food, with staff blaming other diners who hadn't pre-ordered and sauces requiring a second trip to the bar. A couple of others also mention slower service when arriving right at opening, though most call it worth the wait. Staff are repeatedly described as attentive and full of banter, with several naming bartenders and servers who kept drinks flowing during birthday visits.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers keep coming back for the build-your-own Bloody Mary paired with a full breakfast, alongside brunch favorites like pancakes with chicken or bacon and tempura cauli fries. Close behind, the curry mayo with veg pakora and outside seating for people-watching draw praise, and drinks and fries are enough on their own for some to leave happy. The vintage decor, ping-pong, and games get called quirky and lively, making it a favored West End spot for groups, including one party of 13 that called the food delicious and service perfect. The main recurring caveat comes from a party of 19 who pre-ordered and pre-paid a week ahead yet still waited over an hour for food, with staff blaming other diners who hadn't pre-ordered and sauces requiring a second trip to the bar. A couple of others also mention slower service when arriving right at opening, though most call it worth the wait. Staff are repeatedly described as attentive and full of banter, with several naming bartenders and servers who kept drinks flowing during birthday visits.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“What a great afternoon/evening my friends and i had yesterday. Treated like queens by Charlie, Hannah, Megan and the team. So attentive and kept the drinks flowing. Food was fab! The curry mayo with the veg pakora was sublime. Had an outside table which is fab for people watching. Would highly recommend and cant wait to return.”
- Google user
“We dined with a group of 13 and had a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, service was perfect and the atmosphere was fun.”
- Google user
“A lively and welcoming venue with plenty of character. The unique décor, relaxed atmosphere, and mix of food, drinks, and entertainment make it a great place to spend time with friends. A popular spot in Glasgow’s West End and well worth a visit”
- Google user
“Dropped in for brunch with the missus. We had pancakes (one with chicken the other with bacon) and a side of tempura cauli fries. Food was fantastic, very reasonably priced and good banter with the staff. Thanks all 👍”
- Google user
“I was in with a few of my friends to celebrate my birthday through the week and had a great time. We were made to feel at home by Sean who was working on the bar at the time, he had great banter with us and we’d like to thank him for the cocktails he prepared for us even though he was rushed off his feet (they were delish)! Can’t wait to return, great venue :)”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillhead BookclubWheelchair accessible | 4.32,417 | — | — | build-your-own bloody mary, veg pakora with curry mayo, tempura cauli fries |
| Inn DeepReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.62,506 | 0.4 mi | £10–20 | large beer selection, riverside outdoor patio, sub rosa pizza |
| West Side TavernReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.6502 | 0.6 mi | £10–50 | pizza, cocktails, beer garden |
| The Islay InnWheelchair accessible | 4.51,432 | 0.7 mi | — | steak & merlot pie, sunday roast, tattie scone tacos |
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