The Rum Shack Glasgow

The Rum Shack is Glasgow's original Caribbean bar, canteen and venue!

About The Rum Shack Glasgow

	657 - 659 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2AB
	01412374432
	The Rum Shack Glasgow Website
	Facebook information can be found here

Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs / Eating and Drinking - Beer Gardens / Attractions - Live Music Venues

With its colorful decor, upbeat atmosphere, and extensive rum collection, The Rum Shack is a popular spot in the Southside of Glasgow.

The menu features authentic Caribbean dishes, such as jerk chicken, curried goat, and flavorful rice and peas, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Beyond the food, The Rum Shack is renowned for its impressive selection of rums from around the world. Whether you're a rum connoisseur or simply looking to try something new, you're sure to find a spirit to suit your taste.

The bar also hosts a variety of events, including live music, DJ sets, and themed nights, making it a great place to enjoy a night out with friends.

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Upcoming Events at The Rum Shack Glasgow

Comedy

Falling & Laughing - An Improvised Comedy Show

Selected dates between 27th July 2025 - 21st September 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Falling & Laughing make comedy from your tragedy! Tell them about an embarrassing moment or a bit of bad luck and they will create an improvised comedy sketch show about it.

Film

Daydream Nation #8

15th September 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Daydream Nation is back with a whole new line-up of short animated films from local and international artists, and a live performance from Simone Antigone, with visuals by Karolina Glusiec.

Music

Tokyo Tea Room

17th September 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Tokyo Tea Room are a band from Margate, UK, who strive to create music inspired by human emotions, exploring themes of longing and the ephemeral nature of existence!

Music

GAIA

23rd September 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Don't miss Glasgow based french-american singer-songwriter GAIA live at The Rum Shack on Tuesday 23rd September!

Music

Reuben James

17th October 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Genre-breaking pianist, singer-songwriter and composer Reuben James will headline The Rum Shack on Friday 17th October!

Music

David Ford

18th October 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Award-winning singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist David Ford will bring his trademark one-man-band show to The Rum Shack Glasgow on Saturday 18th October!

Music

Sam Wills

4th November 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

British-born Sam Wills is one of the most exciting voices in the UK soul and R&B movement! Don't miss him live at The Rum Shack on Tuesday 4th November!

Music

Jim Ghedi

11th November 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Sheffield-based folk guitarist Jim Ghedi has announced a tour in support of his new album, Wasteland, don't miss him live at The Rum Shack on Tuesday 11th November!

Music

Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet

19th November 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Don't miss Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet when they play The Rum Shack Glasgow on Wednesday 19th November!

Music

Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse

2nd December 2025

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

California-based roots rock band Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse will headline The Rum Shack on Tuesday 2nd December!

Music

The Besnard Lakes

17th February 2026

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

The Besnard Lakes return with their seventh album The Besnard Lakes Are the Ghost Nation and a supporting tour, don't miss them live at The Rum Shack on Tuesday 17th February!

Music

Ghost Funk Orchestra

29th March 2026

The Rum Shack Glasgow, Glasgow South Side

Don't miss 10-piece powerhouse Ghost Funk Orchestra live at The Rum Shack Glasgow on Sunday 29th March!

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