Quick info
About Koelschip Yard
Koelschip Yard is a bar at 686-688 Pollokshaws Rd in Glasgow, built around rotating craft beer on draft. A tap list and beer menus show what is on before you order. One cask ale runs alongside the mostly craft taps. The fridges hold German bottled beers and other classics, and cans are available next to the taps. Ciders and whiskey are also on offer, and non-alcoholic craft zeros are poured for anyone skipping alcohol. No food is served, so drinks are the whole focus here.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention rotating craft beers on draft, german bottled beers, cantillon and 3 fonteinen and alcohol-free craft beers.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention rotating craft beers on draft, german bottled beers, cantillon and 3 fonteinen and alcohol-free craft beers.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return for the rotating craft beer list on draft, with Anti Hero IPA from Chicago named as a favorite and Cantillon and 3 Fonteinen singled out on tap. Close behind are the bottle and can selection, including German bottles, Kernel beers, and fridges stocked with Boon, Moerslutel and Warpigs, plus London Black stout. Several describe knowledgeable, welcoming staff, and one praises a single exceptional cask ale alongside one-off beers they doubt are sold elsewhere in Glasgow. A few mention ciders and whiskey, and one alcohol-free reviewer found a wide selection of niche craft zeros. Atmosphere is described as friendly, relaxed and lively, with quick service on a busy evening and good banter. Reviewers also note the bar is dog friendly and does not serve food. The only request comes from one reviewer who wants a bigger fridge or more backup fridges to keep the fast-selling bottles chilled.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return for the rotating craft beer list on draft, with Anti Hero IPA from Chicago named as a favorite and Cantillon and 3 Fonteinen singled out on tap. Close behind are the bottle and can selection, including German bottles, Kernel beers, and fridges stocked with Boon, Moerslutel and Warpigs, plus London Black stout. Several describe knowledgeable, welcoming staff, and one praises a single exceptional cask ale alongside one-off beers they doubt are sold elsewhere in Glasgow. A few mention ciders and whiskey, and one alcohol-free reviewer found a wide selection of niche craft zeros. Atmosphere is described as friendly, relaxed and lively, with quick service on a busy evening and good banter. Reviewers also note the bar is dog friendly and does not serve food. The only request comes from one reviewer who wants a bigger fridge or more backup fridges to keep the fast-selling bottles chilled.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Lovely bar/pub that has a wide variety of beers, ciders and whiskey. Very knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend”
- Google user
“Great craft beer bar, with knowledgeable staff and a good selection of taps and cans. Visited on a busy evening with a great atmosphere and were served very quickly.”
- Google user
“It’s not often some tells me about a Glasgow bar in my Amsterdam local…. Koelschip is a proper old man’s bar that been sympathetically converted to serve serious beer lovers. A bunch of rotating craft beers on draft. German legends in the bottle. The Kernal range. 3 fridges with classics from Boon, Moerslutel and Warpigs. Just a great bar. Enjoy it.”
- Google user
“I’m alcohol free and they had a wide selection of niche craft zeros.”
- Google user
“Awesome little craft beer spot. Alfie and Ross were awesome guys that were extremely welcoming and knowledgeable on their beer. Great environment and I'd absolutely recommend if you are visiting Glasgow area.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location
Bars near Koelschip Yard
- Queen's Park Cafe4.45110.2 mi£1–15Outdoor seatingWi-Fi
pint of Guinness, watching football on screens, beer garden seating
- The Star Bar4.56570.5 mi£1–15
three course lunch, homemade soup, pie chips and beans
- Phillies of Shawlands4.56140.7 mi£20–30ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
loaded fries, fried chicken wings, beer and wine selection
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koelschip YardWheelchair accessible | 4.7369 | — | — | rotating craft beers on draft, german bottled beers, cantillon and 3 fonteinen |
| Queen's Park CafeOutdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.4511 | 0.2 mi | £1–15 | pint of Guinness, watching football on screens, beer garden seating |
| The Star Bar | 4.5657 | 0.5 mi | £1–15 | three course lunch, homemade soup, pie chips and beans |
| Phillies of ShawlandsReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.5614 | 0.7 mi | £20–30 | loaded fries, fried chicken wings, beer and wine selection |
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