Waxy O'Connor's Glasgow

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  Thomas P. Libby

  ·1 month ago

  “This place has amazing ambiance reminding you of the hobbit. Great service with tasty cider & machine gun lager. Highly recommend for a date or small group of friends.”

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  J J

  ·1 month ago

  “We had a brilliant time at Waxy O'Connor's! It is such a nice and cozy bar with a truly unique, maze-like layout. Spread across several floors, the nice interior features incredible woodwork, stained glass, and hidden nooks that make exploring the venue half the fun. The overall cool bar environment creates a warm, lively atmosphere that's perfect for grabbing a pint with friends or just taking in the rustic surroundings. It feels like stepping into a hidden wooden world right in the center of Glasgow. A well-deserved 5 stars, definitely a must-visit spot for a great drink in an unforgettable venue!”

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  Sarah Courbet

  ·3 months ago

  “Mine was a fleeting visit but I will definitely be back. Sat outside with a beer and a simply delicious fish finger brioche with crunchy fries, coleslaw and some mediterranean veg. It was superb! Very hearty, hot and tasty. The inside goes on for miles with lots of different seating areas. Great place. Highly recommend.”

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  Erin Eby

  ·3 months ago

  “We had a wonderful experience here on our visit to Glasgow! We will definitely return when we visit the city again. Incredibly beautiful venue. The service was fabulous!”

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  Thai Hoang

  ·4 months ago

  “Checked out this place after a few recommendations and it was a great place to stop off to enjoy a pint or two along with some live music. Came on a Sunday so the vibe was a lot more chilled, I imagine it gets busier on the fri and sat! Also appreciate the uncanny resemblance/comparison to the LOTR aesthetics”

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  Dan Mark

  ·4 months ago

  “Excellent food - the fish fingers were great. Ok service - order in the bar - they bring your food to the table. Nice atmosphere.”

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  Kaspars Viļumsons

  ·5 months ago

  “That's a local "gem" to visit where you have best of both worlds, tasty food and super nice interior (guess it was a church back in the days) with labyrinths in multiple floors. Try out steak (in a pot) you will not regret it ;) definitely recommend”

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  K Richardson

  ·5 months ago

  “Maybe it is better at night when there is live music and such but went in around 2pm. The bar tender almost seemed inconvenienced to take my order and didn't seem very friendly, maybe she was having a bad day, i dont know. The food was nothing special and over priced for the quality, but the building was really cool and decorations interesting. Just wish it had a better vibe when it came to the people. Maybe the night scene is better and more worth it.”

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  TJ Sawyer

  ·5 months ago

  “Unique bar layout to say the least. Many levels to explore. I ordered the Bacon and Cabbage and got a ham steak with peas - not sure what was up with that because I never saw anyone from the kitchen once they dropped the plate. Bartender was great. They had live music beginning at 8pm”

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  Kay Singh

  ·6 months ago

  “Don’t let the exterior fool you, once you push through the doors of Waxy O’Connors, you’re transported into another world! I’d seen reels of this place while prepping for my trip to Scotland, and it was at the top of my must-visit list. It did not disappoint. The multilevel layout and maze-like stairs make it feel like something straight out of Harry Potter or an Elven kingdom from Lord of the Rings. The atmosphere is incredible, partly because the intricate woodwork was actually salvaged from an old church, giving it that gothic, magical feel. The centerpiece is a massive beech tree that spans three floors, which really completes the "enchanted forest" vibe. It is a literal labyrinth, you might get lost wandering between the different bars and nooks, but that is half the fun! It’s a magical, immersive experience and an absolute must-do if you are in Glasgow.”

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