The Griffin

The Griffin is Glasgow's original diner & pre-theatre venue, come along and try some our of great gins, whiskies, ales and delicious food!

About The Griffin

	266 Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 4JP
	01413315170
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Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs

The Griffin is a traditional Glasgow Public House – with a contempary feel.
Built in 1903 The Griffin (known as The Kings arms up until 1969) sits proudly on the corner of Bath Street and Elmbank Street. It was built at the same time as the King’s Theatre opposite, and the two have seen the passing of over a century together.

The Griffin is a “B” listed building and retains much of the original wooden interior, window panels and lead work. The main bar has a beautiful tiled floor, and the fixed seating has had all leather renewed.

For looking like a traditional pub it’s quite trendy, and its relaxed appeal is popular with local celebrities as much as it is with youngsters. It is given a humble nod by Iain Banks in his novel Espidair Street, and is well known by theatre goers the country over. Scenes from the 2013 movie “Sunshine on Leith” were filmed here along with various tv snips.

Today, this beautiful pub provides a much-needed “local” in the city centre. – No Gimmicks here. The atmosphere is relaxed. The Staff want to look after you and both the food and drink selections are great.

The Griffin serves the local business community and caters for the numerous busy theatre shows, the menu does not try to be too clever. It has old Scottish pub favourites, alongside some more international dishes. The desserts are baked in house and the recipe for the Sticky Toffee Pudding remains a closely guarded secret. (ish)

Music is always varied and never played too loud. There is Live music at The Griffin and some local and not so local acoustic acts are booked for the summer months.

Finally, for those visitors who wish to keep in touch, not only with their friends and colleagues but also with what is going on in the wider world, The Griffin has free wireless internet access.

The Griffin looks forward to welcoming you.

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Upcoming Events at The Griffin

Comedy

Buzzwords Bingo

13th March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Four top comedians try to beat the buzzwords in this exciting comedy gameshow at The Griffin as part of Glasgow International Comedy Festival!

Comedy

Iain Macdonald: Around The World In 80 Puns

21st March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Iain MacDonald embraces the international aspect of comedy as he takes you on a pun-venture around the world in this hilarious show in which he has a joke for each and every country!

Comedy

Iain Anderson: TRAUMEDY, A Guide To Being A Fabulous Homeless Addict

22nd March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Iain Anderson brings his show, TRAUMEDY, a tragic yet hilarious true story about overcoming demons and finding the real meaning of what it takes to be happy to Glasgow Comedy Festival.

Comedy

Jeannie Jones: Aphrodisiac

22nd March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Dr Jeannie Jones tackles the sticky subject of sex with wit and wisdom when she brings her show Aphrodisiac to Glasgow International Comedy Festival!

Comedy

Andrew And Ray: Ginger And Gay

23rd March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Join comedians Ray Fordyce and Andrew Durning for this double header at The Griffin on Sunday 23rd March as part of Glasgow International Comedy Festival!

Comedy

Michael Herd: Bandwagon

28th March 2025

The Griffin, Glasgow City Centre

Bandwagon is all about comedian Michael Herd's music career as part of 6 bands nobody has ever heard of!

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