Intermezzo - Sliedrecht

Just across from the Cineworld, the Intermezzo is a quiet spot in the city centre, attracting a slightly older crowd- not hip, not in a rush, but usually on their way to somewhere else. It has a warm, vibrant atmosphere, without being too noisy or brash, and the soft drinks (it was the afternoon) are on tap and not flat- as a regular drinker of coke in pubs, I regard this as an important seal of quality. Because it relies on passing trade, the staff are exceptionally friendly, and the prices are fair, given the convenient location. It doesn't have as much of an identity as the other bars in this area, but the relative calm makes it a much needed oasis.

The Intermezzo is a basic sort of bar, but it doesn't make it any less good. The booze is remarkably cheap, including the selection of beers they have on tap! I remember having rum and coke in here to the tune of around 3 pounds so there was no cause for complaint. It's also exceptionally cosy in the winter, with their fireplace tucked into a corner just off the bar and the staff desperately trying to ignite the heaters when Glasgow plummets into Arctic temperatures. Although this pub doesn't seem to have a theme or a niche market, it's a very pleasant, low maintenance place to park your bum and have a wee dram. With its decent prices, friendly staff and warm atmosphere, it's a haven for people wanting a quiet drink and a sit down away from the thronging pace of the city. It's great to utilise the pub's unusual layout and chill in the mezzanine upstairs. It's one of the few relaxed bars in Glasgow, and sitting up there makes you feel like you're genuinely getting away from it all for a while.