West Street
≈ 725 m from the pub · straight line
THE SUBWAYIST PUB GUIDE · GLASGOW
The Star Bar
A longstanding pub at Eglinton Toll, south of West Street, providing a local stop when exploring the route towards Tramway and Pollokshields.
THE PARTICULARS
A stop at The Star Bar
- Find it
- 537 Eglinton Street, Glasgow G5 9RN
- Nearest Subway on this bank
- West Street · ≈ 725 m in a straight line
- Venue information
- Food Standards Agency business record ↗
Pair your visit with Tramway, ≈ 450 m away in a straight line on the same side of the Clyde. The sights below are ordered from closest to furthest from the pub.
OFF THE TRAIN, INTO GLASGOW
Getting to The Star Bar by Subway
West Street is the closest mapped Subway station on the pub's side of the Clyde. Compare these two same-bank options, then follow the walking route for the station you choose.
These are approximate comparisons between mapped points, not measured walking distances. Entrances, street layouts and crossings may change the best route. Check Subway service notices before setting off.
MAKE A WEE DETOUR
Things to do near The Star Bar
Three nearby ideas from our directory on the same side of the Clyde. Each directions link starts at The Star Bar.
≈ 450 m from The Star Bar · straight line Tramway
A former tram depot now presenting contemporary art, dance and performance, with generous gallery spaces and a café on a longer southside detour.
25 Albert Drive, Glasgow G41 2PE
≈ 1000 m from The Star Bar · straight line Scotland Street School
Admire Mackintosh's distinctive school building from outside while the museum remains closed for refurbishment. Its towers and glazing make a rewarding architectural stop.
225 Scotland Street, Glasgow G5 8QB
A FEW MORE CHAIRS
Other pubs around here
Nearby alternatives on this bank, ordered by approximate straight-line distance from The Star Bar.
Strathbungo / Southside Koelschip Yard
This compact Pollokshaws Road beer bar is a destination for exploring changing draught choices alongside a substantial bottle and can list. Close to Queen's Park railway station, it fits naturally into a Southside wander through Strathbungo, with neighbouring pubs and the park within reach.
≈ 825 m from The Star Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗Strathbungo / Southside The Rum Shack
Caribbean food, a substantial rum selection and a covered beer garden give this Pollokshaws Road bar its identity. A separate Dancehall hosts gigs, comedy and community events, while weekend DJs keep the bar lively. It is a useful starting point for exploring Strathbungo's independent venues.
≈ 875 m from The Star Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗Strathbungo / Southside The Allison Arms
A traditional Pollokshaws Road local with a broad beer selection, the Allison Arms brings German bottles, British craft brewing and Scottish whisky into a familiar neighbourhood-pub setting. It is an easy companion to nearby Strathbungo bars and a wander towards Queen's Park.
≈ 900 m from The Star Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗