Waxy O'Connor's in Glasgow City

Great venue for watching the rugby in glasgow. Good selection of drinks. Never ate but have heard the food is good and it did look appetising. Only criticism is there's not enough people on the bars and service can be slow. Bouncers are also amongst the worst in Glasgow. Always seem to have a chip on their shoulder and try their hardest to be overly intimidating. It's not necessary.

You should better replace the staff (at least at our bar). We have never experienced such unfriendly and bored behavior anywhere else. Unfortunately the music didn't start until an hour later than advertised, which isn't great. Otherwise this is one of the nicest pubs.

Cracking pub, friendly staff and plenty of variety of drinks.

Beautiful wooden interiors and plentiful seating options.

Great venue and we had live music too. 👏👏👏

Waxy O’Connor’s never disappoints! So many cool cubby holes, like you’ve walked into a fairytale. I had black pudding scotch egg, and it was delicious! Plus live music seven days a week, what more could you want?

TRULY AMAZING! My favourite go to spot for a cheeky pint. The staff are fantastic and very attentive! If you go give the Machine Gun Lager a try I highly recommend. The place has a magical vibe and live music every night that transports you back home to Ireland (I’m not Irish but if I was it would do that). The adventure on the way to the toilets is life changing, you’ll make friends for life on that journey through the mythical maze that is Waxy O’Connors☘️ 6 bars 3 floors 2 entrances 1 amazing night out! Slàinte!🇮🇪

Booked the Mcturks bar for a private family event from 7pm till Midnight which was going well with a fantastic bar man provided by the establishment until a power hungry(to be polite) supervisor deemed our guests to have had enough drink (I can assure you no one was falling off seats unlike others outwith the party)and refused service, this and us having to police our own area by constantly removing members of the public has left us feeling the need to warn others of suffering the same. We paid a lot of money for the venue but due to one management member “Cam” lovely guy(not) I can say thank you for almost ruining what was an amazing night to wish my Son farewell.

Perfect pub, I recommend it without hesitation.

Place with great atmosphere and very central.

Great pub, I felt like I was living my wizarding dream as I guzzled a pint under the whomping willow. I restrained myself from swinging on the branches like curious george though. I thoroughly enjoyed doing a wee wizz in the buckets up stairs but felt too shy to open my stink portal. Overall gr8 experience

Had a bit of time before the train and glad we chose this place! The inside is like a giant treehouse, so many rooms and tables to sit by. There was live music and you could hear it all around the venue, enough volume to have a conversation. Great pints too! Picture a gnome’s pub and this place is it 😍

Great atmosphere and very impressive layout

Food was average, but great pub for atmosphere. Came to watch the rugby, always a great pub for that.

Totalling unwelcoming. Maybe a group of six males, 40 plus, didn't fit their comfort criteria. We were denied entrance. Avoid at all times. Please.

Anti English? 6 middle aged blokes in Glasgow for the weekend away , we were refused entry at 7pm on a Friday night on the basis of being too drunk!! Absolute codswallop, we had only had had a couple of drinks and were not in any way being anti social/disruptive. They asked us where we had been prior and stated ‘Brew Dog’. Based on those 2 words they decided to bar us entry. Can only assume this was either because we were 6 middle aged blokes or we because we were English! We spent our money elsewhere - where they appreciated weekend tourists . never before have we been refused entry to a pub. not only has it put us off ever going to Waxys again, but it has also put us off coming to Glasgow again.

It’s a gorgeous place with a beautiful atmosphere and beautiful architecture with a witchy and old vibe absolutely would go back it’s lovey and relaxing and the music was amazing!!

Nice pub. Sorry didn't try the food after paying £7.50 for one pint of Guiness. Included a service charge and was for Glasgow overpriced. I went round the corner once my friends arrived to pay half! If I was in a night club or London I wouldn't mind but not at 5pm on a Tuesday evening

An intertwining cove of a pub. Lots of hidden areas and discrete booths. Close the the train station and the subway. Not the cheapest pub in glasgow

Didn't have much time to spend here but the pub looks fantastic and is very unique!

Shocking welcome. I arrived at the door with friends tonight, to be disgracefully refused to enter this bar , for no reason by the door men. The door men were very rude , plus could not give use a reason why we could not enter. We were all professional ppl and were totally disgusted. I felt disgusted at their attitude and I felt very let down by this bar I once loved. I will never take my love ones to this bar again. These guys are a disgrace to this once loved bar. Please waxy O’Conner you do better than this ?? Xx

Automatic service change on pints should be optional. I understand times are tough and nice to get a tip but adding it directly feels unethical especially just for a pint order.

Place is lovely, staff were friendly and served quickly. They had a 2 girl band on which were excellent. The only downside was when my husband almost had a headache when they charged him £7.18 for a pint 😂

Great pub with a lot of character but the food let it down a bit for me. We ordered the nachos for sharing and basically got a bowl of tortilla chips with lots of jalapenos. The service at the bar was good. Friendly and helpful staff.

Jumped in for a few beers with family , great service and the live music on stage was absolutely epic , enough to miss my train but on the next one . 10/10 , will be back 100%

Very cool atmosphere and decorations for a pub, expensive prices though. Revisit: had their food, its bad and really overpriced, still would recommend for tbr atmosphere though, but nothing else

great place, food/ drink/service excellant

Fantastic food, service and drinks. 2 for 1 on shots when the bell rings. Genius idea. Highly recommend.

Slow bar service as not enough staff. Good vibe tho.

Fantastic pub , great service from Megan

Wee Daniella is sweetheart. Always looking after people and a credit to the company. I wish her all the best. She's a wee star 😊

Such a visually stunning pub and cosy, too. Food was AMAZING - gluten free fish and chips - and bar staff lovely and friendly. Fave Glasgow pub, by far.

Guinness is poured perfect and friendly atmosphere. Tend to visit every time I am in Glasgow.

Met up with friends for drinks, food and a catch up Disappointed that The only non alcoholic drinks were 2 beers or a lager.. no cider option or anything else. No one wants to sit with cans of irn bru all day. We ordered food, brought to the table by a lovely waitress who was very pleasant and polite. Good view of the rugby! Tad chilly downstairs will bring my big jacket next time.

Was in here the other day. I bought three pints of beer. Checked my bank this morning to find that i was charged £22.46. I feel like i have been utterly ripped off.

Thought I would give Waxy O’Connors a try, atmosphere, decor where great, beer tasted metallic, ordered food, tried to order the chowder, didn’t have it. Had there fry up, sasusages dry, poached eggs weren’t properly done, bacon, black pudding and mushrooms were dry, bean’s where bland, and bread was supposed to have buttered wasn’t. After this I won’t probably eat or come back here again

Popped in for 2 coffees, paying for my 2 coffees at the bar i was not given a receipt, i had to ask for it, THEN I NOTICED WHY THEY DON'T OFFER A RECEIPT !. " SERVICE CHARGE ADDED TO THE BILL...BUT THEY ADDED IT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE... i was NOT asked if they could PUT A SERVICE CHARGE ON MY BILL.. i only noticed by accident, i mailed them about it,I was told that with the move to people paying with credit cards, that they added what they thought people would be happy to pay as a tip.. ( without the customers knowledge.) Talk about taking advantage of people!!!. So beware, and ask to see your bill, and don't let them dip your wallet sneakily!!!

Was in here the other day. I bought three pints of beer. Checked my bank this morning to find that i was charged £22.46. I feel like i have been utterly ripped off.

Somehow had the feeling of a nice rural pub but in the city centre. There was no loud music so I could easily talk with my friend. Nice pint too.

Fantastic Irish Bars, the best one we have been to in Glasgow, food definitely 5*, very friendly staff. Only negative point I have was that the disabled lift was not working so we had to sit in the bar area which we didn't mind even though it was busy. There was no access to the disabled facilities either due to the lift being out of order. Will definitely visit again though.

Most amazing building I’ve been in and bar setting! Magical!

Great food. Great range of choices on the menu. Bar service and food service was excellent. Really friendly, welcoming staff. It has lots of little comfy nooks and crannies. Definitely be back when visiting Glasgow.

Had a few beers going flat very very quickly, nothing wrong with the taps or the barrel. After speaking to the barman, he stated they had the wrong pint glasses. Disappointed but it wouldn't put me off going back, I'll just have a spirit instead.

Great range of beers, nice environment, friendly staff, good food.

Very nice place. Good food. Friendly staffs. Very recommendable.

Staff don't look happy and aren't up for any kind or chat. we had eaten somewhere else but wish we had waited till we went there cause food looked lovely

The place is truly wonderful, one of a kind, you get lost going to the bathroom especially after a couple of beers. More beautiful to visit than the rest, because the food is good, but nothing special. In hindsight, I would say that if you have little time to visit Glasgow you can have a quick beer here, but I would have avoided having dinner there.

I booked an area for my leaving night - itbwas so easy to do and didn't Cost a fortune upfront which I appreciated. We had a great night and stayed until closing - the staff were friendly and some of us ordered food which was delicious. Would book again for a similar night out :)

Booked a table for drinks and snacks on one of the busiest weekends before Christmas. Booking was arranged via email and communication with staff was great. The place was very busy but no issues with our table - ready for us and we had a great time. Atmosphere was really good. We will be back 🥃

Nice busy pub in city centre, great staff and atmosphere.

Very cool pub that’s a bit like a labyrinth. There are various different bars dotted around across multiple floors. It’s actually quite difficult not to get lost ha. Never had to wait too long for a drink at the bar. Also had the fry up which was tasty, albeit at £15 a little on the expensive side. Would visit again.

Had a wonderful dinner and pint at Waxy O’Connor’s. When my mother and I were looking for something local to eat, the head chef Steestl kindly made us a wonderful Scottish dish that consisted of mashed potatoes, haggis, and mushrooms in a lovely sauce. This was honestly one of the best meals I have had and was a great introduction to Scotland. Steestl was very kind and so were the rest of the staff. Come here for the live music and a great bite to eat!

This would have five stars were it not for the NWO cashless policy. No need for it

Overpriced, but cosyish labyrinth of a place

Doesn't take cash. No hot refreshments, and the staff weren't aware of gluten-free products or ingredients.

Had an amazing Hogmanay here, stayed all night with great atmosphere and bands playing

Fantastic New Years Eve Night, tickets for the night were expensive considering it was just for entry at £27.95.

Great staff and service. Well done Sam ,& Liam for making us so welcome....we will be back

On my first visit to Glasgow, I stumbled upon Waxy O'Connor's. A nice and cosy bar with very friendly staff! There was a live band performing which gave a pleasant vibe to it. I am happy to recommend this place.

A wonderful vibrant venue worth a visit. 1st time. I'll be back

Fantastic place, great staff, food and brilliant atmosphere

Very busy bar, could do with more staff but great drinks selection and definitely worth a visit.

really let down by the way that the stewards approach and talk down to people. There is a way to talk to approach a situation, unfortunately we over heard one of the stewards talking to another party in a manner that was vile and disrespectful towards them.

Nice place, quick service on the whole especially as it was busy at times. Food very good quickly brought out and it was hot, not lukewarm or cold , this is how it should be so thanks to all the team. My only slight moan, was the music at one point just after 17.00 pm went up loud ! So you had to shout to be heard when talking. Not sure why as before 17.00 it was at the right level. Will be coming back so thanks to all for the good time

I love Waxys but really miss the lovely Irish Stew. Please get it back! :)

Nice bar, relaxed atmosphere and an excellent all day breakfast. 🍻

Arranged to meet friends in Waxys. I said hello to the doorman, and he asked what I had to drink already as he was considering not letting me in. I laughed and said I had just been to Brown's for dinner and meeting friends inside. He told me I wasn't going inside because I was English! 😂. I didn't bother pursuing and we had a great night in Kong. Our other friends also left Waxys and said they wouldn't be back either. 😂 **UPDATE** - Hi Michele I emailed you as requested Mon, 25 Nov at 06:47. Hopefully get a reply from you soon post investigation. Kind Regards Dave

Brilliant atmosphere live music lovely food

Nice place. Had to queue for a while to get served. Ordered a spice bag sharer which was nice but expensive for £16.

Never had food stopped off for a drink although the place was extremely busy the wait time to be served at the bar was super quick which was very impressive great atmosphere and fast friendly service

A joy of a pub in Glasgow. Great atmosphere, live music 7 days a week, what more could you want. The innkeeper might have to put up signs, as many people can't find the exit on their first visit🤪

Bar service, young lady serving wed 27 Nov 6.40pm, absolutely terrible attitude. I waiting 10 mins for a drink whilst she served everyone before me. I said to her I had been waiting a while and she struggled her shoulders and said that the cue was at the other side of the bar. I asked her how was I to know that?, again, her response was dismissive with another shrug... We left tand didn't order, went to somewhere who had staff with manners.

Guinness was not served in a Guinness glass.

Great atmosphere & good company. Friendly service in top notch surroundings.

The door staff were very friendly. There was plenty of room and the service from the bar staff was very good. Really good atmosphere

They do not show Scottish football, terrible for a pub THAT IS IN SCOTLAND

Too much of an Irish pub chain feel about it. Guinness was just ok 6.5/10. Grub was nice. I'd a decent burger.

Pub on a few floors. A must visit for all Glasgow fans. Age difference is ignored here. We were there on Saturday and then there was live music. Near the main train station

Loved this bar, well worth a visit

Met a friend at 4pm. Pub was cold. First staff member I encountered said "This bar's closed!". I asked if I could be directed to an open bar and he obliged. Second staff member tried to remove my half-full bottle of beer from the table as he passed. When I intervened to say I was still drinking it, he said " I thought it was empty" and walked away. No "sorry", no apology. Pub has nice decor but staff seem rude and entitled and treat customers with disdain. I suspect it is an unpleasant place to work (poor management?) hence low morale of staff. Other, friendlier pubs are available.

Table "cleaning" was very slow and not very much of a cleaning. More like just taking glasses and plates and running off. Some food was hot some a bit cold. Portion size ok. Eve a hungry person will have enough. Glasses cleaning and rinsing could be improved. Toilets not in best shape in a Saturday afternoon. Prides ok for the location.

This was my first visit. It was busy being a Friday afternoon but we found a table at the back. There's a nice atmosphere and the staff were all very friendly. I've given 4 stars for service as they don't accept cash. I will definitely be back

Was there tonight and had a great time

Tried two differnt lagers; both slightly flat and served too warm. Inetersting place inside but I suspect ti's aimed more at the late nught crowd that the casual daytime drinker

Really cool pub, staff were friendly and delivered an expertly poured Guinness - an all round lovely experience

Been past this pub so many times. Worth a visit just to enjoy how mad the interior is!

Love the place. The music was a little loud for 12pm but still an outstanding pub to sit in.

Came in for my friends birthday on Friday, the music was top notch! Will be back!

Good pub and great atmosphere for after work drinks

Called in for a quiet pint last night and ended up staying in the bar all night. Great atmosphere and the band were class. Will def be back!

Didn’t get any food but called in on Friday for a few drinks and was pleasantly surprised with entertainment band was incredible will defo be back

Nice, busy pub in city centre. Usual selection of drinks, friendly staff.

Having spent a great night previously in here, we returned tonight after having dinner. The surly, bearded doorman at the back door, refused entry to my friend as he had shorts on. My friend made a passing remark about how he had been in there the night before in full Frankenfurter regalia, including a basque and suspenders with no problem. As he was staying in the adjoining hotel, he said he would go change. The doorman said he would be refused entry because of his threatening, passive aggressiveness. There were another 5 of us who witnessed everything and there was nothing threatening nor passive aggressive. I tried to speak to the doorman who ignored me and continually tapped away on his phone. I asked him to explain what was going on. He ignored me again, and I had to repeat my question. He continued to stare at his phone and mumbled something about my friend's attitude. I have never experienced such an ignorant, rude doorman as he. The fact he didn't even have the courtesy to look up at me when I tried to talk to him and was more interested in his phone gives an incredibly bad impression. My friend and I had also been in there a few hours before this happened and he was wearing the same clothes he was then refused entry with! All in all, it was embarrassing and uncalled for and put a dampener on a great day. None of us will be back.

A unique experience, I already want to go back!

Impressive pub, it looks like a maze. Prices a little higher than other pubs but it is worth having at least one beer and exploring inside.

The place is unusual but magnificent. There is a great atmosphere with live music. The servers are a little overwhelmed but very nice.

Very impressive and cozy pub to visit. When you get a beer, you have to look carefully where your table was again :).

Been here many times over the years, fantastic place to grab a bite to eat and a pint or two.

This is one of the greatest pubs in Glasgow! Beside for all the normal things that excelled, it was our first introduction to the Spice Bag!

The staff were friendly, drinks reasonably priced and delish, music was banging and superb talent, great nite out. Amazing decor.