steve Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Visiting family in Glasgow for a couple and days, and whilst we have the evenings activities sorted, there doesn't seem to be much to do (besides museums etc) during the day. Does anyone know of any lunchtime gigs I can try and persuade the wife to come to with me? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyBob09 Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I'd have suggested a play, a pie and a pint in Oran Mor but it looks like they've stopped it over the summer and it's coming back in September. Damn. I'll keep scratching my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 Hi Andy, I had come across that on the web, shame its not on at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Heroin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayPH Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1343739115' post='1754384'] Heroin? [/quote] Beat me to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-bbb Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 deep fried pizza followed by deep fried mars bar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) Generally when I'm in Glasgow my main objective is to get out of Glasgow. Saying that, there are a few nice pubs, Maggie Mays being the main one that springs to mind. There is also places like TGI Fridays etc. Edited July 31, 2012 by Cameronj279 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 So the consensus of opinion seems to be "keep your head down and try to get everyone out alive" Don't think my inlaws and son would be too impressed with the hard drug angle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='JayPH' timestamp='1343739197' post='1754386'] Beat me to it.[/quote] And me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayPH Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='steve' timestamp='1343744328' post='1754484'] So the consensus of opinion seems to be "keep your head down and try to get everyone out alive" Don't think my inlaws and son would be too impressed with the hard drug angle [/quote] Sorry mate. Just one of those friendly stereotype-cum-racist jokes. We know some of them are clean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Wait a minute here. Just wait a minute. Glasgow is one of the greatest cities on earth. There is no other city in the UK in which I would rather live. I say this because I have lived in Glasgow and suburbs for 45 years. The people are marvellous. All those cliches that are being tramped out here could be applied to any UK city. Glasgow is a great place to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 I will say this, Glasgow city centre isn't as bad as people assume (infact, I fairly enjoy going there), but venture out into some of the other places like Maryhill and some stereotypes will come into effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Not much to do? NOT MUCH TO DO?? No lunch time gig, admittedly, but I'd drive down to Ayrshire, rent some sea kayaks in Coylton, paddle to Arran, buy som single cask Arran, paddle back, drive to Glasgow and have a great dinner at Wagamama in the city centre. Daytime activity sorted. After that I'd not even bother to drive to the house, but just mingle with the NEDs. Sorry, couldn't resist. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayPH Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='Hutton' timestamp='1343749427' post='1754598'] Wait a minute here. Just wait a minute. Glasgow is one of the greatest cities on earth. There is no other city in the UK in which I would rather live. I say this because I have lived in Glasgow and suburbs for 45 years. The people are marvellous. All those cliches that are being tramped out here could be applied to any UK city. Glasgow is a great place to be. [/quote] Don't listen to him he's clearly been on the Buckfast j/k mate honest. I've never been but will do one day I hope It's just the same as wherever I go outside of Liverpool people crack jokes about us being robbing bastards. Which is quite true by the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaydentaku Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Glasgow is fantastic. I suggest a wonder down Ashton lane. The bar linked with the Grosvner Cinema is fantastic and there is a burger place just next door called ketchup (I think). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 +1 for Ketchup! Great wee place! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) [quote name='jaydentaku' timestamp='1343757400' post='1754769'] Glasgow is fantastic. I suggest a wonder down Ashton lane. The bar linked with the Grosvner Cinema is fantastic and there is a burger place just next door called ketchup (I think). [/quote] Ashton Lane is one of my very favourite places. [quote name='JayPH' timestamp='1343757038' post='1754757'] Don't listen to him he's clearly been on the Buckfast j/k mate honest. I've never been but will do one day I hope It's just the same as wherever I go outside of Liverpool people crack jokes about us being robbing bastards. Which is quite true by the way [/quote] JayPH, my daughter-in-law is a scouser and you won't find better folk on the face of the earth - they remind me of Glaswegians! Edited July 31, 2012 by Hutton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnutkj Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Meh - the naysayers are idiots - Glasgow's a great place for a wander. From Central station, head down Jamaica Street to Kenny's Music for a look round, then nip along Howard Street, up through St Enoch Square to House of Fraser. When the missus is distracted by the shiny things, nip out another exit and bolt up Buchanan Street, hang a right at All Saints, through Royal Exchange Square (passing the Gallery of Modern Art and the statue of the Duke of Roadcone) and along Ingram Street. Down Glassford Street at, and into Garth Street for Merchant City Music. From there, down towards Argyle Street, then east a bit and down King Street for a pint at the 13th Note, then across the road to Strung Out Guitars, into Mono for another pint and a look round Monorail records, then back up onto Argyle Street for Guitar Guitar. Swiftly back along Argyle St to Buchanan St again where the missus will be waiting irately at the corner. Tell her you got lost on the way to the changing rooms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='wingnutkj' timestamp='1343761803' post='1754892'] Meh - the naysayers are idiots - Glasgow's a great place for a wander. From Central station, head down Jamaica Street to Kenny's Music for a look round, then nip along Howard Street, up through St Enoch Square to House of Fraser. When the missus is distracted by the shiny things, nip out another exit and bolt up Buchanan Street, hang a right at All Saints, through Royal Exchange Square (passing the Gallery of Modern Art and the statue of the Duke of Roadcone) and along Ingram Street. Down Glassford Street at, and into Garth Street for Merchant City Music. From there, down towards Argyle Street, then east a bit and down King Street for a pint at the 13th Note, then across the road to Strung Out Guitars, into Mono for another pint and a look round Monorail records, then back up onto Argyle Street for Guitar Guitar. Swiftly back along Argyle St to Buchanan St again where the missus will be waiting irately at the corner. Tell her you got lost on the way to the changing rooms. [/quote] Fantastic, I'm printing this out - i'll just have to remember to eat it to dispose of the evidence before meeting up with the wife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='wingnutkj' timestamp='1343761803' post='1754892'] Meh - the naysayers are idiots - Glasgow's a great place for a wander. From Central station, head down Jamaica Street to Kenny's Music for a look round, then nip along Howard Street, up through St Enoch Square to House of Fraser. When the missus is distracted by the shiny things, nip out another exit and bolt up Buchanan Street, hang a right at All Saints, through Royal Exchange Square (passing the Gallery of Modern Art and the statue of the Duke of Roadcone) and along Ingram Street. Down Glassford Street at, and into Garth Street for Merchant City Music. From there, down towards Argyle Street, then east a bit and down King Street for a pint at the 13th Note, then across the road to Strung Out Guitars, into Mono for another pint and a look round Monorail records, then back up onto Argyle Street for Guitar Guitar. Swiftly back along Argyle St to Buchanan St again where the missus will be waiting irately at the corner. Tell her you got lost on the way to the changing rooms. [/quote] That's just what I did on Tuesday! Then had lunch in Princess Square (across from Yo Sushi on Buchanan St). When you're down the Trongate end (Strung Out & GuitarGuitar), you could pop to the Barras if you like junk stalls. There's the science centre, Kelvingrove & Clydeside to take the Mrs for a loving stroll in the afternoon to make up with her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 It's called banter, lahs. Chin up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacker Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Have a 'Glasgow Salad'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnutkj Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Is there anything on at the Barras on a week day? Last time I was there it was grim enough on a Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1343739205' post='1754387'] deep fried pizza followed by deep fried mars bar [/quote] hey, the deep fried mars bar is a east coast thing. also please keep the attached photo for reference: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnutkj Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='LukeFRC' timestamp='1343765628' post='1754986'] hey, the deep fried mars bar is a east coast thing. [/quote] Until they changed owners recently, my local chippy had a dessert section on their takeaway menus. The options were Deep Fried Mars Bar, or Deep Fried Freddo (for the kids). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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