Lanarkshire's pubs go for gold at Scottish Bar & Pub Awards
Lanarkshire's favourite pubs are ready to raise a glass as the finalists for this year's Scottish Bar & Pub Awards are revealed and the best go head-to-head for the ultimate industry honours.
Run by leading hospitality magazine DRAM, these awards are Scotland's longest-running celebration of pubs, bars and the people who make them great.
Celebrating their 30th year, they've become the biggest night on the licensed trade calendar, where the country's hospitality heroes get the recognition they deserve.
This year's winners will be crowned at a glittering, Oscar-themed gala on Tuesday, August 26, in Glasgow, in a night of red carpets, champagne and high spirits! From cosy locals to cutting-edge cocktail spots, the competition is fierce, and all eyes are on who will take home the industry's most prestigious titles.
Local finalists include industry giants Lisini Pub Co. who are up for the Hospitality Health Employer of the Year Award, Coatbridge's Eden Group who are in the running for the Favela Independent Multiple Operator award and Wesley Smith from Di Maggio's East Kilbride who is hoping to be crowned Campari Bar Apprentice of the Year.
However, with nearly 25 award categories, there are plenty more local legends, rising stars and incredible venues all hoping for their moment in the spotlight – and guests can expect a few surprises on the night too!
Publisher Susan Young, said, 'We're delighted to congratulate all our finalists from across Scotland. Thousands of customers have cast their votes to make sure their favourite pubs, bars, restaurants and bar staff get the recognition they deserve!
'In the midst of the many challenges facing hospitality, these businesses have gone above and beyond to keep their customers happy and that hard work has not gone unnoticed. Our mystery shoppers and judges have been full of praise for the outstanding quality of entries and the exceptional service they experienced on their visits.'
Over 600 of Scotland's hospitality stars will gather for one glittering night to see who takes home the industry's highest honours.
The categories featuring Lanarkshire firms are:
Campari Bar Apprentice 2025
Aimee Ashworth, La Jupe – Helensburgh
Lewis Crone, Margo – Glasgow
Cameron Evans, Lynnhurst Hotel – Johnstone
Anya Garrow, Gleneagles – Auchterarder
Callum McCarthy, Encore – Edinburgh
Stuart Robertson, Badger & Co – Edinburgh
Wesley Smith, Di Maggio's – East Kilbride
Finn Truter, Brewhemia – Edinburgh
Louise Turner, Rabble – Edinburgh
Apex Hotels
Cru Hospitality
Lisini Pub Co.
Manorview
Bucks Bar Group
Cru Hospitality
Eden Group
Rocks Leisure Group
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