The Ugly Duck is a restaurant, venue-hire space and karaoke bar at 38 High Street, Paisley (PA1 2DQ) in Renfrewshire. It runs a busy events calendar — tribute nights, bouncin' bingo, psychic and comedy nights — anchored by a weekly Monday open mic / stage session from 7pm and live music plus karaoke every Saturday. The kitchen serves small plates and a full menu alongside a strong cocktail and drinks list, and the venue is available for private hire and celebrations. A house PA is provided and both originals and covers are welcome.
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38 High St, Paisley, Paisley, PA1 2DQ
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