The Counting House

You walk into what feels like a cathedral of commerce, all marble columns and gilded details that speak to Glasgow's mercantile glory days. This former Royal Bank of Scotland building on St Vincent Place is probably the most architecturally stunning Wetherspoons you'll ever drink in, and that's saying something. The sheer scale of the place is breathtaking – those impossibly high ceilings and grand banking counter turned bar make you feel pleasantly insignificant as you nurse a pint. Yes, it's a Spoons, so you know exactly what you're getting: reliable cheap drinks, decent enough grub, and the usual eclectic crowd. But the setting elevates everything. Whether you're grabbing breakfast at 7am or settling in for a proper session, there's something wonderfully democratic about having a drink in such opulent surroundings without breaking the bank.