The Spiritualist
A cocktail bar and restaurant on Miller Street in the Merchant City, built around a very large back bar of spirits. Food is globally inspired and made for sharing, with a boozy brunch from Thursday to Sunday. It suits date nights, celebrations and a pre-dinner drink.
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Carlos Baldini
The bar
Cocktails are the main event here. The gantry holds a long run of spirits and liqueurs alongside wine and craft beer, and you can book a table just for drinks or walk in. The room is dressed up and elegant rather than casual. Expect a polished, dressed-up room that works well for an occasion, from a first date to a birthday round of cocktails.
Food and brunch
The kitchen sends out globally inspired, locally sourced plates designed for sharing, with lighter bar bites at quieter times. Boozy Brunch runs from midday to 3pm, Thursday to Sunday. Under-18s are welcome with an adult until 8pm, and the kitchen closes a little earlier on Sundays. The food is designed to go with the drinks, so sharing a few plates over cocktails is the easiest way to use it.
Groups and occasions
Part of the restaurant can be reserved for drinks receptions or birthday meals. Groups of eight or more should contact the venue directly rather than book online. It sits in the middle of the Merchant City, a couple of minutes from Royal Exchange Square and the Gallery of Modern Art. Merchant City's restaurants, bars and boutiques surround it, so it slots easily into an evening out after shopping or before a show. For a big birthday or work drinks, use the private hire form or call ahead to discuss options.
Highlights
- Cocktail-led bar with a large spirits gantry
- Sharing plates with local produce
- Boozy Brunch Thursday to Sunday
- Private area for celebrations
Good to know
- Book online; groups of 8+ contact the venue directly.
- Drinks-only bookings and walk-ins welcome.
- Under-18s welcome with an adult until 8pm.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: thespiritualistglasgow.com