About Speakeasy
- Bar/
Cafe - Food served
- Dancing
Speakeasy in Glasgow's Merchant City stands out as a welcoming gay bar-cafe for the LGBTQ+ crowd and allies. By day, it offers a laid-back vibe reminiscent of a cozy local pub, perfect for casual chats over affordable cocktails or coffee. As night falls, it morphs into a quirky, camp party spot with thumping music, entertainment like karaoke, and lively DJ sets.
The menu shines with an extensive selection of classic cocktails at budget-friendly prices, including inventive options like pear-orange sidecars and sweet teapot sharers. Food highlights feature hearty dishes such as Glasgow-invented chicken tikka masala alongside indulgent desserts. The friendly staff creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere amid comfortable booths and signature red lighting. Whether you're after a relaxed drink or dancing into the wee hours, Speakeasy masterfully blends pub comfort with vibrant disco energy, making it a gem in Glasgow's queer scene.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Thursday · today
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 03:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 03:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 01:00
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