It's December, the Christmas decorations in the office are up, and it's time to start planning those work night outs to have some festive fun and let your hair down after a year of hard work.
But where to go? Some will want to focus on where they can get food, while others will only want a drink and others are only in it for the party.
Thankfully, Glasgow has a pretty impressive array of bars, pubs and clubs to get your festive party started and to help we've picked out some ideas of places you can go to host the ideal Christmas work night out.
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Drygate, Duke Street
The craft beer and food specialists offer a great base to kick the night off with a great array of beers (26 rotating beer taps no less) and of course, a great value, set Christmas dinner menu.
With plenty of space and a lively atmosphere, it's ideal for bigger groups to get the party started.
Cranside Kitchen, Finnieston
Those looking to surround themselves in that festive feeling can head to the Clydeside down by the SEC where they will find Cranside Kitchen's epic Winter Garden with food options and festive fun aplenty.
For a more private party (or smaller group) you can even hire one of Cranside's Swedish Forest Chalets.
NYC Bar & Grill, Hope Street
A great one for small to medium size groups, NYC serves up the very best in American-style comfort food, as well as offering plenty of beer and cocktail options, plus its city centre location and proximity to nearby Karaoke bar Cosmopol make it an ideal option for keeping the party going.
WEST On The Green, East End
No stranger to events, Glasgow's own German beer specialists are dab hands at Christmas parties with both options in the bar itself and two private functions for bigger affairs.
Slouch, Bath Street
The Bath Street staple offers banging tunes, the very best options when it comes to spirits and beers and a buzzing atmosphere that runs right through the night where you can party until 3 am.
Bavaria Brauhaus, Bothwell Street
Few countries do Christmas better than the Germans and this Bavarian-themed Restaurant and Bier House is no exception, with plenty of schnapps, delicious beer and of course roast turkey as part of their Christmas menu.
St Lukes, East End
Another hip and happening bar close to the Barrowlands that offers plenty of festive fun for big groups looking to enjoy themselves this Christmas.
Great for those looking for more privacy as you are able to rent out the room for yourselves where you can enjoy a three-course meal or buffet as well as their fantastic drinks menu.
Innis & Gunn, West Nile Street
The exciting new flagship taproom from Innis & Gunn has just opened in Glasgow's city centre, with plenty of food options and a huge array of beers on offer, you'll be the envy of your mates by being one of the first groups to enjoy this exciting new bar.
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