Polo Lounge (Closed Temporarily)

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Had a problem getting in . Too drunk ??? If I'm drunk on one drink I'd be well chuffed cheap night if only .!!. Terrible place for doorman to let people in

Unfriendly

Glasgow is supposed to be Scotland's friendly city, right? Polo proves otherwise. Can't agree with other comments of racism, not that iv seen anyway, have Asian friends who often frequent this place. Think it's more a case of, if your face don't fit. Iv traveled all over the country for nights out and never been met with such arrogance at the door. Been loads of times although not a regular, been knocked back at the door twice lately for this very reason, once perfectly sobber on my own to meet pals inside and more embarrassingly with two friends from Manchester who came to visit this so called friendly city, really think polo needs a rethink.

Racist bar don't advise to go

I am sure there are a lot of good reviews for polo. However my experience wasn't good at all. A month ago I was with a friend after spending few hours in dells decided to go To polo after. As soon as we got to the door I was told 'not tonight' no reason given. We only had a few drinks and it was a Sunday night. So didn't think much of it. Just went home. Again on a Saturday night few months later i decided to go to polo. This time I was told 'regulars only'.again no other reason. Also one if the bouncers added 'You know this is a gay club. There's no way you getting in. As I had friends inside I stood texting them. I watched the apparent hoards of regulars get in with no problems. All white. So question is was I too drunk? No didn't even start. Maybe dress code. Lol compare to people going in I was well dressed for a Saturday night. I was alone. Might if been this except then I saw at least 10 guys alone getting in. So other than the fact that I heard this place was good. Reading a few other reviews there's definite racist vibes at the doors. More shocked than anything that this still exists. Again I just hope this was specific individuals at the door and not the club. But from experience it's the club that guides the security in who gets in and who doesn't.

Vile

If I could give it a minus I would! Vile place, thank god I moved away from glasgow a long time ago if this is what Glasgow has to offer! Having been to many different gay scenes over the years this is without a doubt the worst and it's my home city! The security staff are the worst I have ever encountered, rude, pushy and clearly just a bunch of neanderthals! One in particular who collects the money at the door (and occasional glass) It's beyound me how you can have someone like that on the door meeting and greeting punters,(you can't miss her, mainly because she takes up alot of the entrance!) it's like being greeted by a snarling rottweiler! Perhaps she was a nazi in a former life in a concentration camp because she walks around like a little hitler!(the amount of people who have complained about her you think they would get rid!) The cloakroom staff also hideous! they lost an expensive jacket of mine no apology and another friend who is a size 6 was given back a jacket size 16!!! Honestly if you want a friendly night out go to edinburgh, better class of people, more friendly with a better choice of bars to cater for all tastes!

Racist Gay Club !!!

Polo Lounge is one of the most racist gay clubs known to the gay community. I am Black American living in Glasgow with my Spaniard husband and I have never felt such racism since my existence. My husband and I have travelled extensively all over world and Polo Lounge’s racism towards minorities is horrendous. If you are visiting Glasgow area for business or pleasure or have recently resided in Glasgow area - PLEASE BOYCOTT and AVOID THIS PLACE. On 3rd of March, 2012, a small group of us from Spain and Miami attempted to enter Polo Lounge and were refused entry by the guards stating that the club was overcrowded. Nonetheless, while standing shocked outside we witnessed presumed “NATIVES” entering without queries or hesitations. Despite the viewing of this, we ignored and decided to celebrate our friend’s birthday at another club. Exactly a week later, my spouse and I arrived at Polo Lounge again by cab and were refused entry once more. The security asked my Spaniard spouse, “Is this the first time here?” Nevertheless, before responding to his query, we were immediately refused entry once again. I asked the guard what’s the reason for refusal and his response was, “We don’t know you so move away cause you are blocking the entry.” My spouse and I stood there astonished while watching other “NATIVES” entering freely. It was so apparent that it was owing to our races why our entry was refused once more. In these times where LGBT communities have struggled tremendously for our rights – I would never believe that racism existed so prominent in our own community. I strongly URGE gay foreigners who are visiting and living in Glasgow area to avoid this place. Presently, I am the process of making a report with the LGBT community in UK and USA.