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About Old Swan Inn
Old Swan Inn is a pub at 20 Smithhills St in Paisley, where live music is the main draw. Bands gig regularly, and the pub keeps a dedicated Northern Soul day and time, which is listed on its Facebook page. A DJ also plays on some days. The music is loud during sets, so conversation waits until after the show. No food is served. The station is a 5 minute walk away, and the pub sits on a major bus route.
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Menu & Prices
9 dishes- Pint of Cola Driving
- Cold Brew
- Cider
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live bands, northern soul day, dj entertainment and bar staff.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live bands, northern soul day, dj entertainment and bar staff.
Customer Review Summary
Live music is the main draw, with reviewers describing the bands as great and mentioning a dedicated Northern Soul day and a DJ dressed up for Halloween. Several praise the bar staff and the welcome from locals. One reviewer complains that the bar staff only serve whoever is in front of them, with waits every time. Another notes there is no food.
Customer Review Summary
Live music is the main draw, with reviewers describing the bands as great and mentioning a dedicated Northern Soul day and a DJ dressed up for Halloween. Several praise the bar staff and the welcome from locals. One reviewer complains that the bar staff only serve whoever is in front of them, with waits every time. Another notes there is no food.
Featured reviews
- Marc-André Huß
“Absolutely warm welcome. Good live music and very funny entertainment. We loved it. Great.”
- john cameron (johnycarrera)
“Been lots of times but finally had to leave a review, the live bands are amazing but the bar staff are terrible, they never watch who’s next and only serve who’s in front of their faces, was around 15-20 minutes every time, would only go for the music, staff don’t have a clue how to work a bar with basic observations”
- Dougie
“The go to venue for live music. Save all your talking until after the show, now one will hear you while the band are playing. If you enjoy Northern Soul, there is a dedicated day and time, check the FB page. The two presenters are amazing. The Bar staff are excellent and the locals will make you feel welcome. With so many pubs closing, the Old Swan has that magic ingredient where many want to drink and socialise, while being entertained. The station is a 5 minute walk, and the pub is on a major bus route.”
- allan cresswell
“Brilliant atmosphere. Friendly staff and great Dj..he was dressed up for Halloween. Music was fab the Sunday I was there with my sister and brother in law. Defo recommended this place. Cannot wait to return when I come home again .”
- Graeme Carswell
“Having played gigs here a few times it never fails to be a great night. Excellent bar staff, atmosphere, sound... A must visit to see live bands as they are on all the time @livevintagevinyl”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Alcohol
- Restroom
- Beer
- Live music
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- Sports
- Facilities· 5
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Great beer selection
- Live performances
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Swan Inn | 4.6705 | — | £10–20 | live bands, northern soul day, dj entertainment |
| The Tile Bar | 4.4167 | 0 mi | £10–20 | cheap Jura Origin whisky, fresh pints, 35ml spirit measures |
| The Patter Bar | 4.3128 | 0 mi | £30–40 | karaoke nights, monday quiz night, upstairs nightclub |
| The Abbey BarReservations · Wheelchair accessible | 4.2343 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | pub lunch food, pints before football, large group bookings |
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