The Gate

You'll find yourself on the Merchant City side of Gallowgate, where this place has earned its stellar reputation the old-fashioned way—by doing things right. The Gate isn't trying to be anything other than what it is: a proper boozer with actual standards. The kitchen takes food seriously without the pomposity, and the drinks list shows someone's done their homework. It's the kind of place where regulars know their spot at the bar and newcomers feel welcome the second they walk in. That's not easy to pull off.