1 week Ago By Harry Williamson
A PUB formerly named after Celtic legend Billy McNeill is to relaunch as a restaurant and bar. Cesar's Irish Bar opened five years ago in Bellshill, Lanarkshire , but suddenly closed its doors earlier this month . Advertisement 5 Cesar's Irish Bar was named after Celtic hero Billy McNeill 5 It has closed down and will become a restaurant 5 McNeill's statue outside Celtic Park Credit: AFP or licensors 5 The Celtic hero captained the legendary Lisbon Lions Credit: AP:Associated Press Owners have now confirmed they have ditched any links to the iconic Lisbon Lion captain and will reopen the venue as Bellview.
The pub will now serve food and drinks and will offer a 'sun-trap' beer garden for thirsty punters to enjoy. No date has been set for the new look pub to open but the owners have promised offers and events are to come as they head towards the relaunch. A post on social media said: "Something special has arrived.
Advertisement READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS HITTING BACK Celtic fans hit straight back at Rangers ultras' anti-Pope graffiti in feud CROWD CHAOS Club captain & stars wade into crowd to separate warring fans lobbing missiles "Say hello to Bellview, Lanarkshire's brand new go-to spot. A stunning restaurant , bar, and function venue serving up mouth-watering meals, private event vibes, and a drinks selection you’ll love . "Oh and did we mention the sun-trap beer garden? Perfect for chilled pints and summer catch-ups.
"Whether you’re after a relaxed dinner, planning a big celebration, or just fancy a proper good night – Bellview’s the place to be. "Doors opening soon with offers, events and sneak peeks on the way." Advertisement Most read in Football HITTING BACK Celtic fans hit straight back at Rangers ultras' anti-Pope graffiti in feud SERIE-OUS STUFF McTominay's Napoli heroics could see shock rule enforced to decide title SICK DISPLAY Rangers ultras spark fury with shock graffiti taunt after Pope Francis' death ARNE FAIR Celtic ace Engels fires back at criticism as he tells his doubters 'I don't care' Locals wished the owners a successful relaunch.
One said: "Can’t wait for it to open. The very best of luck for this new venture." Celtic hero's son reveals that he's standing as a candidate for the Reform Party Another posted: "Amazing.
Can’t wait to try it." The pub had previously been a hotel and a furniture store before being transformed. Advertisement The Hoops’ greatest ever captain passed away aged 79 in 2019 after battling dementia .
The Parkhead icon won 13 league titles with the club as a player and manager and famously lifted the European Cup in 1967. McNeill originally earned the title ‘Cesar’ after going to see the Hollywood film Ocean’s Eleven starring Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack in the 1960s. The name was given to McNeill from actor Cesar Romero, who played a getaway driver, as he was the only Celtic player with a car at the time to drive his Hoops pals around.
Advertisement 5 The pub will be reopening as a restaurant Credit: Alamy.
