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About Curly Coo Bar
Curly Coo Bar is a bar in Stirling, at 51 Barnton St, housed in an old building. Its large whisky selection is the focus, and both the staff and the owner give recommendations on which whisky to pick, so choosing from the range is a conversation at the bar. Guinness is also served for anyone who prefers a pint. Karaoke runs at busy times, giving the room a sing-along side.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention whisky selection, whisky recommendations from owner, Guinness and karaoke.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention whisky selection, whisky recommendations from owner, Guinness and karaoke.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return mainly for the whisky selection, with the owner and bartender giving recommendations on which dram to pick. Others praise a Guinness and reasonable prices, and one visitor during the Bloody Scotland festival describes a packed room with karaoke. Criticism is thin but pointed: one reviewer felt unwelcome from the moment they walked in, and another found the lighting too bright.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return mainly for the whisky selection, with the owner and bartender giving recommendations on which dram to pick. Others praise a Guinness and reasonable prices, and one visitor during the Bloody Scotland festival describes a packed room with karaoke. Criticism is thin but pointed: one reviewer felt unwelcome from the moment they walked in, and another found the lighting too bright.
Featured reviews
- Alastair Watson
“Great spot for a rainy night. Huge selection of whisky at a reasonable price. Owner gives great recommendations and was lovely to speak with.”
- Shakin Stephens Roadshow
“Lovely pub in Stirling. Nice Guinness and reasonable prices. The young lad serving was a top barman, very polite and professional. Highly recommended 🫶🏻”
- Dan L
“Fantastic place for us vacationing here from the U.S.. Excellent selection. Bartender was happy to chat and make Recommendations. Would definitely come here again to sit and sip.”
- Lauren Alexandra Kettrick
“Stirling born & raised. Worked on Barnton St for years and always said one day I would go in. Well hell mend me for doing so. I have never felt so unwelcome and unwanted in a pub in my entire life. Would love to know why the landlady had such an issue with me being there, spending my money in her bar. It was made very clear from the moment I walked in she did not want my custom however she never enlightened me as to why not. She "doesn't need to explain herself" so I was told. Working with the public and most certainly those who are intoxicated isn't for everyone but nobody is forcing you to do so. Manners and kindness go a long way, especially when you have a business to run!”
- Ian Gray
“Great wee pub for a quiet pint/dram. Owner is very welcoming and the whisky selection is great.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great beer selection
Amenities
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Beer
- Restroom
- Groups
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- Offerings· 2
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Highlights· 1
- Great beer selection
- Crowd· 1
- Tourists
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
Location
Bars near Curly Coo Bar
- Molly Malones4.41,2790.1 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
steak and Guinness pie, Guinness, colcannon mash
- Cold Beer Company4.21,0640.1 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
hugo spritz, irn-bru, watching football on screens
- Nicky-Tams Bar & Bothy4.51,0460.1 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
steak and ale pie, craft and cask beers, chicken and mushroom pie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curly Coo Bar | 4.6416 | — | £10–20 | whisky selection, whisky recommendations from owner, Guinness |
| Molly MalonesReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.41,279 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | steak and Guinness pie, Guinness, colcannon mash |
| Cold Beer CompanyReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.21,064 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | hugo spritz, irn-bru, watching football on screens |
| Nicky-Tams Bar & BothyReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,046 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | steak and ale pie, craft and cask beers, chicken and mushroom pie |
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