There aren’t many really nice bars in this end of the city centre and I was surprised I hadn’t stumbled (figuratively or literally) into this one. Nestled off a side street of the now somewhat rundown Sauchiehall street The State Bar is beautifully decorated inside. Rich wood and brass and vintage decor but tasteful and authentic. Service was efficient and they had a good selection of modern draught ales. Highly recommended for all ages and stages

Beautiful bar with a fantastic range of beers that constantly change. Enjoy working through the chalkboard selection. Don't change a thing. 😁

Stumbled across this wonderful little traditional pub. Lady behind the bar was just lovely, welcoming and funny. We spend a lovely relaxed hour with a gorgeous pint of black gold. Just how every pub should be full of character and history.

Hate pubs that allow staff to vape behind the bar. Very unprofessional. While the other bar person is busy rolling cigarettes. 1 pint visit. Often get the feeling you're getting in the way. Great interior, cosy and usually good atmosphere. But sort out the staff.

Good old fashioned pub, where you can go for a pint, or a drink and have a conversation. Has tv's if your a sports fan. If it's music your after, Tuesday night's is the State bar blues Jam, a Glasgow institution for more than 20 years, go along to listen or play.

Great staff, good selection of beers and .decent pub food

Barman had a bad attitude when i asked for my pint to be topped up !!

Brilliant bar with great beers and sports on tv. Old map of Glasgow on the roof 👍🏼

1st time in to get out of the cold. Round central bar with a broad selection of hand pulled ales and also the usual beers and lagers. Lots of seating and tables around the base of the walls. Lots of historic posters and flyers to read on the walls. Don't know if they do food as we were only in for a drink. Ladies loos according to my wife were clean. Don't know about the gents, didn't go. Will go back in when we're next in that part of Glasgow.

Good traditional pub

I came here alone last night to watch the rest of the rangers game, I was quite dressed up as I had been for dinner but I just wanted a drink and to sit down. I've never felt more welcome going into an establishment and I honestly hope that if you ever go by - you take a second look. Because very seldom do you feel this welcome in a bar when you're just visiting. Thank you team at 'The State', you really made my night ❤

Excellent was wondering what would still be opened and found The State Bar still open after the pandemic. Would have been five stars had it not been for the bar staff who where more interested bin talking than serving the customers. Good atmosphere and interesting surrounding.

Loved the state bar! Great atmosphere and feels like a proper pub! Great selection of drinks also! We will be back!

Excellent boozer. Hosting 800 different types of whiskey the staff are incredibly attentive and knowledgeable. Enjoy a half pint with a whiskey or two.

Cracking pub

Blues Music Tuesday. Oakham beer, decent well priced whisky selection.

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and patrons. Well worth a visit.... oh, and fantatstic range of beers!

Nice mixed age bar

Cool 😎

Busy pub with limited, but varied, selection of guest real ales.

Excellent real ales !

Very pleasant real pub nice staff

Definitely one of Glasgow's best pubs. Traditional with a good selection of cask ales

Great old pub,cash only at the time,staff really friendly and brilliant atmosphere.

Uk's longest running blues jam,21 years now. Great atmosphere and musicians every tuesday 8-10.45pm Jam time has changed since post covid rules reopening. Otherwise, we bring you the blues as usual.🎸 If it suits the way it is, there is no need for change..... it still suits fine.

Came for the band I heard as I walked past. Stayed for the vibe! Great pub, great service

A cosy pub that is perfect to duck into when you're in city centre. Ideal spot for a pre or post theatre beverage!!

Love this bar as it has loads of cask ale and real ales on draught. It's almost always busy but a Sunday midday is great for chilling when there's usually no one there if that's your thing.

Great atmosphere. The only disappointment is that we didn't find this place until the final night of our 4 night stay in Glasgow. Lovely old fashioned pub with a circular wooden bar in the centre of the main area and old pictures, etc, on the walls. And a decent range of real/craft ales available, which sadly, some of the "old fashioned" pubs don't seem to offer. Will come back next time.

I really liked the old style bar, but I'm not a fan of football on the TV on a Friday night. It would be nice if they had a jukebox or even a wee singer

Best cask beer in Glasgow and Verdant in cans. Sky Sports on TV. Nancy is a great manager.

Thanks to stranger how show me this pub and in second become front man of blues band played to night. Thanks for wonderful night!

We were walking around killing time before going to GFT, found this place and stopped in for a pint, lovely chilled atmosphere, nice welcoming boozer, definitely be back.

A wonderful bar! Friendly and welcoming and beautiful. What a lovely manageress- very knowledgeable about all the real beers on offer. But the space itself- my God, its the sort of place you would recommend to any tourist. Great experience!

Nice bar in the theatre and opera house district. Really nice beer. Not too busy when I visited. Near Charing Cross station on the low level line.

This is a gem in the heart of Glasgow. A classic round bar with traditional fittings. Quirky quotes adorn the walls with some interesting art. It currently has six cask conditioned ales available on tap. Bar staff are welcoming and will give you a sample of the ales to try before you choose. Great pub, don't miss out if you're visiting Glasgow.

Great bar. Full of charm and chat. Their real ale selection is both excellent and very reasonably priced.

Very nice pub with a relaxed atmosphere. The staff is serviceminded and have great knowledge. Great beer

The traditional pub to go to for cask ales. Very cool to see Verdant cans as well. Great beer selection.

Our large group went here for a pint and was pleasantly surprised with the atmosphere! The hung pictures, wooden carvings, ceiling map, and the overall craftsmanship of the interior make it a great place to come repeatedly. There's something new to see every time. The staff are amazing! The selection of beverages is very good as well. I will be trying the food next year when we're back.

A great selection of guest beers in a traditional pub

Busy bar 3 real ales on. Central bar fixtures and fittings good. map of Glasgow on ceiling.

We went in because it was raining basically. It was really busy and the staff weren't too bothered about masks or track and trace but to be honest they had plenty to do behind the bar. We have been here before but I've never seen it so busy (except when band playing). Service was good and choice of drinks were good as was the atmosphere. Its clean and comfortable.

A great place to drop in to. Safe and surroundings warm.

An excellent pub to visit at any time even more so pre concert time regarding the Garage venue.

For a Tuesday night the place rocked with bands playing. Locals playing cards. Decent range of beers and of course whisky.

Nice and clean and following all the rules about covid

Love this pub. Great beer and service. Very clean and wonderful atmosphere. Fantastic pictures cover the walls, visit, you won't be disappointed.

Brilliant atmosphere and very welcoming. Amazing interiors and good drinks selections. Would love to visit again!

We had a good time there. Nice interior with the oval bar in the middle. Dark wood. They haven't got proper single malt glasses, but whisky they recommedned was quite good.

Good selection of beer and comfortable. Always smells of bleach and the landlady isn't welcoming to strangers.

Lovely wee city centre pub. Well worth a visit.

Great wee pub, and the bar lady was very nice, and made us feel very welcome. Only popped in for 1 pint, ended up having several. Many thanks.

Don't go the barn type Wetherspoons like Henglers across the road. This old pub has bags of character, cosy alcove and a horse shoe bar for those that like to stand. Well stocked bar with 4 real ales as well. Great pub and very friendly.

lovely friendly helpful staff. great choice of drinks

Went for some comedy downstairs, great little venue, would highly recommend. The bar is good, offer a range of drinks, and priced well

Tremendously funny comedy venue in the basement. 10/10 would go again for sure and so should anyone who gets the chance.

V Have a drink and relax excellent bar

The downstairs room is a wonderfully intimate concert venue.

Reliable central beer stop

Oldest blues jam in Glasgow, great musicians/ beer

Great atmosphere good choice of beer

Always a good night in the state bar! If you love blues music, take a trip down on a tuesday night! Love music from an amazing regular band and halfway through the night they get people up for a jam. Loadsa fun and great service!

Very good handpulled beer

Excellent pub with welcoming staff, great service and a wide range of varied beers.

Lovely

I used this bar when i lived in Glasgow many years ago. It was called His Nibs then. Been in the state a couple of times when in Glasgow but busy visiting relatives not many opportunities to do so recently. Glad i took this opportunity for this visit. A very nice well laid out bar with an excellent mix of beers and Malt Whiskies on offer. Have recommended to many friends who will visit my native city.

Wonderful music, lively blues. Best bar of Glasgow

Nice traditional pub

Beer always in good nick, must visit for real ale enthusiasts

In glasgow for the weekend and came here, theplace was very welcoming and friendly

Relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, traditional style, I'm going back, you should give it a try 😀

Nice pub old school

Really nice warm welcoming pub

Lovely oldfashioned friendly bar.

(Translated by Google) Very nice pub. (Original) Sehr netter Pub.

Best pub in Glasgow

Lovely traditional pub in Glasgow. This former Boston girl was so happy to see Angry Orchard on tap! Great barmaid, too.

Best pub in the west of Scotland. Mecca for real ale drinkers. Consistent quality of the beer.

Good beer. Good care taken re social distancing. Good staff.

Amazing food, staff were lovely - great espresso martinis!

Proper pub

One of the greats, good selection of beers and whisky, friendly staff, very reasonably priced