IN weather like this, all we want to do is get to the nearest beer garden for a cold pint or refreshing cocktail.

We recently reported on a list of outdoor watering holes open over the weekend, but for those of you who just can't wait that long to enjoy the sun, we've put together our selection of our favourites open in Glasgow to enjoy a refreshing drink after work. 

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1. Malones, 57-59 Sauchiehall Lane G2 4AB Glasgow

With a new rooftop terrace, Irish bar Malones has been "inundated" with calls today. 

They will be walk-in only and will be first come first served as they show Celtic's Champions League clash this evening.

2. Bier Halle, 9 Gordon Street, Glasgow, G1 3PL

A city classic, the on-street garden is open every day for walk-ins.

3. Times Square, 46-48 St Enoch Square, Glasgow G1 4DH

A subcrawl favourite, Times Square can take bookings through OpenTable.

4. Lauders, 76 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3DE

The legendary Glasgow pub is operating on a first come, first served basis, so get along quickly.

5. The Ark, North Frederick Street, Glasgow G1 2BS

A favourite of Strathclyde University students, you can book the Ark via its website here.

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