Cowcaddens
≈ 500 m from the pub · straight line
THE SUBWAYIST PUB GUIDE · GLASGOW
The State Bar
Traditional island bar just off Sauchiehall Street, known for changing cask ales, theatre memorabilia and blues sessions.
THE PARTICULARS
A stop at The State Bar
- Find it
- 148 Holland Street, Glasgow
- Nearest Subway on this bank
- Cowcaddens · ≈ 500 m in a straight line
- Venue information
- CAMRA pub listing ↗
Pair your visit with Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre, ≈ 225 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 State Bar by Subway
Cowcaddens 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 State Bar
Three nearby ideas from our directory on the same side of the Clyde. Each directions link starts at The State Bar.
≈ 225 m from The State Bar · straight line Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre
Discover Scotland's Jewish heritage on a booked guided tour inside Garnethill Synagogue, Scotland's first purpose-built synagogue.
29 Garnet Street, Glasgow
Guided visits require booking; not a casual drop-in attraction.
≈ 300 m from The State Bar · straight line Glasgow Film Theatre
Independent arthouse cinema on Rose Street, combining a varied film programme with restored art deco interiors.
12 Rose Street, Glasgow
Check the screening programme and ticket availability.
≈ 325 m from The State Bar · straight line The Tenement House
Agnes Toward's preserved flat reveals the everyday rooms, furnishings and small details of Glasgow tenement life.
145 Buccleuch Street, Glasgow
A FEW MORE CHAIRS
Other pubs around here
Nearby alternatives on this bank, ordered by approximate straight-line distance from The State Bar.
City Centre The Griffin
Bath Street pub opposite the King's Theatre, serving cask ale, food and a broad selection of drinks.
≈ 100 m from The State Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗City Centre The Pot Still
Family-run Hope Street whisky bar with an extensive selection of drams, cask ale and pies.
≈ 600 m from The State Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗City Centre Ardnamurchan
Scottish restaurant and bar on Hope Street, with whisky, cocktails and food inspired by Highland and island produce.
≈ 600 m from The State Bar · straight lineExplore this pub ↗