The Bank Café Bar
- Telephone 0141 637 8461
- Opening times Sun–Thu 12pm–midnight; Fri/Sat 11am–midnight
- Bar open Mon–Thu 11am–11pm; Fri–Sat 11am–midnight; Sun 12.30–11pm.
- Food served Mon–Thu 11–8.45pm; Fri/Sat 11–9.45pm; Sun noon–8.45pm.
- Average price £11.50 (lunch); £11.50 (evening meal)
- Website www.thebankglasgow.co.uk
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This review is taken from the 2012 edition.
The Maclay Inns group, five of whose premises are featured in this section, tend to choose interesting buildings for their ventures that add a nice bit of character. In the case of The Bank it is, indeed, a former bank, now popular residential café/bar, with a little lingering touch of the grandiose about its high ceilings, marble and mahogany finish. Lots of windows make it particularly pleasant when the sun is shining, and there’s a cracking mezzanine with it’s own TV for when the football’s on. This place is best as a bar – homely, but classy, with a quiet buzz about it. Food is straight up the middle, with old favourites like nachos and fish and chips doing exactly what it says on the tin. And like all Maclay venues, there’s an ever-changing array of food offers which can represent great value, and free internet.
- High point: Décor and atmosphere
- Low point: Rather predictable food
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 10
- Private dining: Up to 30 covers
- Provides: Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Outdoor tables, Free wi-fi
- Music on stereo: Mainstream chart and classics
- Capacity: 50
- Largest group: 60
- Open since: 2005
- House wine: £11.95 per bottle
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Baxter – 4 Dec 2012, 4:52pm
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Typical advantage taking of little or no other local in the area. £2.50 for 25 ml - that's £100 taking for a litre of Smirnoff which can be bought for £18!
Bought a large Pinot Grigo for the wife and a pint in Beechings Bar, 15 minute walk away Was £6.60. In the Bank it was £9.20! A large Smirnoff is £3.70 in Beechings for 70ml. The equivalent in the Bank is £7.00, add a mixer and it costs double.
The Bank advertises football but you can't hear it- after removing the large scree from above the door you struggle to see it on the other screens. Music played low but all you hear is the base going bump bump!
Staff a bit of a mix- vey rarely smile or talk - food below average.
Wish wetherspoons would take over Merrylee Road bar- this would provide some competition.- which The Bank are exploiting not being on offer.
- 2. milton – 11 Nov 2011, 10:44am Report
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Had lunch in The Bank over at Muirend yesterday. Appalling.
We thought we'd pop in for a burger, as we'd done so before about a year ago, and they were excellent. Quite small, but crumbly, home-made, loads of herbs and garlic through the meat, nice chips.
What we were served yesterday was:
Horrible Birds-Eye style frozen pieces of **** that were composed of 50/50 gristle and rubber.
Chips out a pack that were raw in the centre.
Salad that for lord knows what reason was drenched in olive oil.. but no vinegar component to this "dressing".
The above, in defiance of Trading Standards regulations, was described in the menu as a "Butcher's Beef-burger". I'd be interested to know what butcher they got this meat from.In addition...
The staff were surly.
They had no mustard. At all. Not in the kitchen, and not even in sachets.
I ordered a Coke, and was served a small glass of Pepsi.0/10.
If I could give a minus mark, I would.
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Doozer – 4 Jun 2008, 3:29pm
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Now, as a devout West Ender, I sometimes feel as though I am being unfaithful to my Westerly roots when I venture further afield. However, the Bank Café Bar situated over on the south side, makes the short trip more than worth it for me.The Bank makes an impression from the moment you step through the front door. I really like all the beautiful period details that have been cleverly tied in with chic modern interiors and the stunning stain glass ceiling dome. The place is simply full of character without being at all pretentious.
The impressive wine list, great menu and huge comfy leather sofas make it very easy to while away the hours with friend! From traditional pub grub like heaped nachos to continental style sharing platters, there’s always something that takes my fancy and it’s very reasonably priced. The tapas dishes are great for when I’m feeling a bit peckish – the spicy Spanish sausages in red wine are a personal favourite. And if I really want to go all out, mine’s a steak pie with puff pastry and chips! There goes the diet …
The Bank manages to combine the best of both worlds without trying too hard. It’s modern yet classy, the menu is traditional, but with a twist. The staff are accommodating and always up for a bit of chat which adds to the bar’s charm. Needless to say I would definitely recommend a trip to the Bank.
Average rating /5 from 2 reviews of The Bank Café Bar.
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