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One of Soho's last real boozers. Nice to see Brodie's on, which was in reasonable condition. Prices are pretty good for the area - at least, buying a round doesn't make you quietly weep while you wait for your change, like some other places do.
I do like this pub, but jeez - that bloke behind the bar - cheer up, mate.
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Yes, it's a down to earth, fairly typical non-poseurs pub. But I wasn't very impressed with the Brodies, tried two different ales and both seemed a bit lifeless. Most people were drinking lager - maybe it was a bad night as the football was on the TV ansd the volume was very loud.
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Recently revisited this pub again after about five years and must say was a very decent evening. They must have had up to 5 or 6 Ales on, all from the Brodies Brewery of East London, all at £3 a pint. Enjoyed the beer so much I had to pop in for a quick one the following day and would have stayed longer but for a train to catch. Just wish it was like this (ie the excellent beers) when I used to work just round the corner from; will visit again when next in town.
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Quite simply, a gem of a pub with local beer served buy knowledgeable staff
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I really liked the Old Coffee House. The brown tinted windows and pleasant interior gave it a real feeling of cosiness. Given that there are some real poseurs pubs near here the clientele was also pretty down to earth and I felt it is a pub that is easy to spend an evening in.
If you are looking for a good pub in this area that isn't too rowdy or full of tossers then you can do much worse than the Old Coffee House.
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Great Pub, very friendly and efficient staff. Bar runs along 3/4 of the side of the pub. The difference is this pub understands that people don’t want to have to wait at the bar for 20 minutes to get served so they have adequate number of staff to ensure that doesn’t happen. it would be too hard to fit anymore behind the bar if they tried! Its small, but friendly and with a good atmosphere and decent beers served by people who know what they are doing. - It’s a simple philosophy - Just like a London pub should be. It’s a shame that other pubs in the area do not take note, but to be honest I don’t care as long as the Coffeehouse stays the way it is. They also have screens up and always play sports, with the sound up for the big games. - Highly Reccommended.
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Nice pub sign and recruitment posters, but I was charged four quid for a pint of IPA which should be three (and given six quid change for a twenty quid note). Staff were not helpful in either respect. Think the owners need to send in a mystery shopper some time soon. Did I look like a tourist?
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I thought I knew most of the 'proper' pubs in this area, but came across this place for the first time last night quite by chance. Lots of memorabilia all over the place, efficient staff and a good, friendly atmosphere. Had an excellent pint of Brodies Sunshine, which was also new to me (comes from Walthamstow, apparently). Recommended.
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One of my favourite bolt holes in Soho. Has a really cosy feel, and the beer is always good. Staff are pretty friendly too.
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Well located pub and utterly miraculously for the West End ... genuinely friendly staff.
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Excelent pub, excellent beer. Probably the best pub in Soho
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Great old London Boozer.
Typical style old fashioned London pub as you would expect them 30 years ago that have not changed. Love it in here. Great friendly staff, rarely busy so you can't get served and a great atmosphere.
Skanky toilets, but so what. All toilets are aren't they!
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As mentioned, every inch of wall space has a painting, mirror or wartime poster on it - GOD SAVE THE KING!
The pub is long and narrow and the bar almost runs the whole length of it. A had to wait for the barman to finish his cigarette outside, but he apologised and was very friendly whilst serving me. Standard lagers were available along with 6X, Deuchars and Pedigree.
There is a plasma screen at each end of the pub and there were a few people watching the cricket whilst I was there.
The bogs are very smelly, but the rest of the pub is good and I will definitely go back for another visit.
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I'd forgotten what a nice pub this is. IPA and 6X on tap.
Lurrvlee
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Nice cosy pub in central London. The Bric a Brac adds to the pubs atmosphere. Friendly bar service. Had a pint of Sussex bitter that was okay. Worth the short walk from Carnaby Street. Serves food but while I was there no one had placed any orders.
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Nice enough pub. Lots of bric a brac, including an interesting collection of Army recruiting posters for various wars. Pint of Pedigree I had was OK (not good, just OK). Seating was comfortable enough and the service on a late Wednesday lunchtime was just fine. Nice little pub somewhat off the beaten track.
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... reminds me of my Gran's house.
Not that she has beer pumps in her living room (I'd visit more if she did)
I think it's a fear of all that brass clutter.
Nice boozer tho.
anonymous - 17 Oct 2006 14:21 |
nice old style pub near carnaby st - interesting decor including stuffed animals
once saw bobby gillepse from primal scream in there acting pretenious
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Great pub. Love the orange windows and the general louche shabbiness. Beer's OK, too. Lots of slightly-knackered Victoriana on the walls. Service is just on the good side of alright. There's a newspaper cutting on the wall behind the bar about the rudeness of the landlord. One word of warning: One of the regulars has the most annoying laugh you'll even hear... enough to make your teeth crumble.
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Best in the immediate locality. Not too many of the loud meedja types that have so blighted this area in the last ten years. Usually excellent ales.
flat3 - 23 Nov 2005 10:08 |
There the other night and the guy behind the bar was nothing short of hopeless. Off the beat and track though which makes it a good venue if you want to avoid all the other dross.
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Had a swift pint in here recently whilst my mates who I was on a session with were getting a bite to eat down the road. Found the staff friendly and the ale was reasonably well kept. As a previous poster commented, it is surprisingly quiet given its location.
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yeah, not bad at all,..rude fucker behind the bar at the moment though:
"Can i pay on switch mate?"
"Wha!"
"Can i pay on switch mate,..ive got no cash on me"
"No!,........no,...Well yeah"
"Sorry?"
"No you can't,..its gotta be over a fiver"
"Ok,..no problem,..fosters top please"
"AND!!!!!!"
"..........and another i guess,... but i'll leave the card back there and have it after this one if thats ok?"
"No,......"
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good, solid boozer. also an excellent sniping point when you feel like slotting a few tw@ts at the sun and 13.
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I've got a soft spot for this place too - if I'm ever meeting someone in London I'll always suggest this as a starting point, and it often ends up the venue for a whole evening. Nice old place, makes you appreciate the back streets of London.
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This one is very dear to me. I've been frequenting this pub for over 25 years and it has managed to be consistent in keeping its Victorian decor and atmosphere for all this time, resisting the current trend to tear out the soul of ye ol' England in order to attract the younger set. Oddly enough, the younger set are now searching out pubs like this and I say good on 'em. If you study the pictures and objects covering every conceivable bit of wall space, you might find it an education in Victorian/Edwardian mores. It gets busy and smokey but the hustle and bustle of media wannabees is electric. The choice of real ales is limited but always sound.
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Despite being slap bang in the middle of Soho, this pub can sometimes get overlooked. Not all the time, but sometimes, even on a Friday night, it just seems to get passing trade, with no real sense of filling up. That, of course, is a good thing - and this old-fashioned boozer will reward you popping in. The walls are full of pictures, the staff are prompt, and the Guinness is good. Quality...
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Nice little pub, worth popping into. Nipped in for one before heading to the Cantons.
Jack Knight - 24 Aug 2004 11:57 |
A new monthly comedy night, called Pappy's Fun Club, has just started up here. The first was great, so could be worth a look. www.pappysfunclub.co.uk
Brendan - 30 Jul 2004 16:57 |
Lovely old pub, worth a look. Saw a great comedy show here last week, Pappy's Fun Club, the guys running it say it's a monthly show. Look out for it.
Horatio - 23 Jul 2004 12:07 |
Tends to be heaving in the evening, but well worth a visit. Has a huge media crowd in there, which may or may not be your cup of tea. Beers okay in a generic sort of way. Get there early.
Wayne - 9 Jun 2004 12:14 |
small, quiet, no food, even during premiership sunday it wasnt' crowded.
very nice.
Richard - 28 Mar 2004 15:37 |
