Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.8 (3060)

£25 and under

American

96 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5EP

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Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.8

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for groups
Hot spot

Chicken Liquor Rock N Roll

The best buttermilk fried chicken you have ever tasted!
Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and bourbon.

We are wheelchair accessible - please let us know if you need wheelchair access or room for a pram when booking your table, to allow our team to find you the most suitable table!

We have live music every Saturday.

We are dog friendly, children under 18 until 10pm and veggie/vegans options available!

Please note;

Sun-Thur, bookings after 9.45pm are for DRINKS only.

Fri/Sat bookings after 10pm are for DRINKS only.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
0141 648 4843
Website
https://bucksbar.co.uk/trongate.html
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Yvonne Noon
Catering
American food, buttermilk fried chicken, wings, waffles and chicken burgers.
Private party facilities
Available to cater to large group bookings and any special occasions.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
96 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5EP
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Cross street
On the crossroads of Trongate, Candledriggs and King Street.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
11 minute walk from Central Station and 9 minutes from St Enoch SPT stop.4 minute walk from Argyle Street train station.10 minute walk from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate.

4.8

(3060)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Best Overall
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Best Food
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Best Service
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Best Ambiance
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Best Value
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Great for brunch
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Good for groups
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Hot spot
Glasgow/Lanarkshire
Lively
Glasgow
Best Overall
Glasgow
Best Food
Glasgow
Best Service
Glasgow
Best Ambiance
Glasgow
Best Value
Glasgow
Great for brunch
Glasgow
Good for groups
Glasgow
Hot spot
Glasgow
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate is lauded for its "absolutely outstanding food" and "top class service." Diners love the "amazing chicken dishes" and "huge portions." The atmosphere is lively with friendly staff, making it "our go-to restaurant" for many. The menu's variety and value are consistently praised.

3,060 Reviews

D
Dan
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on October 31, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Super service, especially appreciated at the end of a long Spooky Halloween Saturday! All the staff were so considerate, patient and helpful, food was delicious and all great value. Big thanks, We will absolutely be back at Bucks!
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded 7 days ago
Hello Dan, Thanks for the smashing review, glad you enjoyed your Halloween with us and hope you'll join us again soon! The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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James
Glasgow1 review
4.0
Dined on October 28, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food great service great value- a bit dark for trying to read a menu at my age though
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded 7 days ago
Hey James, Thanks for the lovely review. Sorry you were struggling to read the menu with our lighting we'll take your feedback on board. Glad you enjoyed yourself otherwise and hope you'll join us again soon! The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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Liam Gold
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service. Always our goto when we’re in Glasgow.
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 26, 2026
Hey Liam, So glad you enjoyed yourself and we are very proud that we are your favourite spot in town! Looking forward to your next visit. Thanks, The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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Chimene
Edinburgh2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food! You never leave there hungry. Service was really nice as well
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 19, 2026
Hi Chimene, Really glad to hear you had a nice time with us on Saturday. Hope to see you again soon! Thanks, The Team at Bucks Bar Trongate
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M
Mark
Glasgow1 review
5.0
Dined on October 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal and service. The chicken Kiev burger was unreal
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 12, 2026
Hi Mark, We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal, I'll pass your compliments on to the chef! Thanks, The Team at Bucks Bar Trongate
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Rocell
Glasgow3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 6, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you Poppy and the rest of the staff Who made my daughter Miya’s 18th bday amazing. Thank you very much . We will definitely come back .
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 12, 2026
Hi Rocell, We're very happy to hear your daughter had a great birthday celebration with us! I will pass on your kind comments to Poppy and the rest of the team from Tuesday evening. Thanks, The Team at Bucks Bar Trongate
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Brian
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great experience as always and we’re happy to accommodate when we arrived early.
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 7, 2026
Hi Brian, Thank you for the lovely response after your visit with us on Sunday. Glad you enjoyed everything and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks, The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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Leigh-anne
Glasgow6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely incredible! Best place ever to go to for really good chicken dishes! The combo of waffles and chicken is amazing! Highly recommend this place!
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 7, 2026
Hi Leigh-anne, Thank you for your kind message, I will be sure to pass your praise on to our chefs. We hope to serve you up some more chicken and waffles soon! Thanks, The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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D
Dionne Gold
Glasgow8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was there for my anniversary meal, was amazing as usual. Fast service and even better food
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 7, 2026
Hi Dionne, We're happy to hear you enjoyed your recent Anniversary celebration with us. We hope to see you both again soon! Thanks, The Bucks Bar Trongate Team
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Johnny
Glasgow1 review
5.0
Dined on October 3, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time we go it's always top class service and food 10/10 ❤️
Glasgow Bucks Bar - TrongateResponded on October 5, 2026
Hi Johnny, We really appreciate your lovely review. So nice to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks, The Team at Bucks Bar Trongate
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
0141 648 4843
Website
https://bucksbar.co.uk/trongate.html
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Yvonne Noon
Catering
American food, buttermilk fried chicken, wings, waffles and chicken burgers.
Private party facilities
Available to cater to large group bookings and any special occasions.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
96 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5EP
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Cross street
On the crossroads of Trongate, Candledriggs and King Street.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
11 minute walk from Central Station and 9 minutes from St Enoch SPT stop.4 minute walk from Argyle Street train station.10 minute walk from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Saturdays at Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate are lively thanks to the venue's weekly live music, while guests note that sitting upstairs is slightly quieter if you prefer a calmer visit.

Portions are generous, guests frequently describe the servings as huge or plentiful and often say they leave comfortably full.

Yes, Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate offers outdoor seating, with guests enjoying outside tables and a covered area (visitors report heaters kept them toasty).

Yes, children are welcome (children under 18 allowed until 10pm), and families frequently praise the staff and say their kids enjoyed the food.

Yes, Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate confirms wheelchair access and asks guests to request wheelchair access or room for a pram when booking; children are welcome until 10pm.

Yes, the venue describes itself as dog friendly, and reviewers record guests bringing dogs during visits.

Yes, Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate describes itself as dog friendly, and guests have reported dining with dogs in the venue.

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Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

4.8

£25 and under

American

Glasgow

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

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Glasgow Bucks Bar - Trongate

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

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Reviews

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