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hole - avoid
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I like this place.
Reasonable prices for Enfield, friendly enough bar staff, big flat screens showing more games than pretty much any other pub in the area and a couple pool tables.
It doesnt really get busy anymore unless Spurs are playing, but that's fine with me if you're looking for a few drinks somewhere before heading into town.
Strange though, the place should be busy all the time cos it's got everything you'd need. I think people have just fogotten about it.
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It was packed in here last Saturday and there was a disco in full swing in the large back room of the pub. There are plasma screens throughout and to the right of the bar there is a separate pool room housing two tables.
The staff seemed to be nice enough, but some of the other customers left a lot to be desired. One such 60’s wide boy throw back made a point of pushing past me to get to the bar, but he was left a little confused when I still managed to get served first whilst standing behind him - hats off to the barman!
I spotted a standard draught range and Greene King IPA, but this may not be exhaustive as it was very busy at the bar making it difficult to see.
I’d imagine this place being great fun if you’re a local, but I think that there are better pubs in the area for thirsty travellers like myself who are just passing through.
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Always had a soft spot for this place, a great football pub and friendly staff but not quite enough charm to be a proper local. However, that's all changed as it's just had a really good makeover, we'll be coming back much more regularly.
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Its changed hands once again. Some of the riff raff spurs fans are drinking elsewhere but more morons have shown up. The staff actually speak English these days and the beer tastes so much better. The guvnor will bow to your comand and put on whatever sport you might want to watch. The food is ok, they now have a geordie cook who actually knows how to serve food up instead of some of the old lot who threw it on a plate. Sad to see the end of the Aussie girls though. A decent jukebox and the guvnor always tries to put a live band on so this place may just be in the right hands now.
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Of course they show Spurs! This is Enfield, not Plumstead. COYS!
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I really try to hate this place but i cant. The Thai food ahs started again, and hopfully the service is better. The manager is adecent bloke, the staff are really friendly and the waiting time to get served is not bad. Now this is over 21's it much better, although it always seems to show spurs on the tv's and main screen. the food is usual pub menu's but its served up well. The prices are not too bad, but then someone had to pay for the refit. Karaoke and jam night on alternate fridays, although its the usual faces doing poor spice girls karaoke.
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Very confused.
Went to watch football Saturday afternoon and it was very full and Very expensive There must have been something wrong with the Stella as all the kids drinking it were queuing up to use the cubicles instead of using the urinals!!!!!!.
anonymous - 21 Mar 2006 19:11 |
Well first time I have been here for 5 years and they have made the place nice opened up the back so good size you can see the football from anywere inside I was happy till...... I paid almost £18 for a round that in the Izzak I would pay about £12 for nice decore but not that nice will not be back here again
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had not been here for 6 years thats a long time to wait for a drink, but went with mr monkfish and am happy to say that it a very good pub for all the resons mr m has given. The great seletion of beer is the plus, BUT there is always a but. The price. do not be put off by me go have fun, cos thats the point of your evening!
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They've stopped serving Thai at all, which is a shame as a Pad Thai while watching footy on one of the multitude of screens was beeyootiful
anonymous - 31 Mar 2005 16:31 |
Amendment to previous comment! I think I'm right in saying that it is no longer a Thai restaurant but now has a more varied menu !
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A pub that makes an effort is always to be applauded and this is no different. A nice friendly welcoming pub with a decent selection of drinks, helpful bar staff and a good atmosephere. Looks very nice as a result of it's recent rennovation and suits all different types of drinker. The restaurant/dining area;raised up to the right as you enter is cosy without being cramped and serves a good range of food. If you just fancy a quiet drink then this area is good as is the area immediately surrounding the main door. There is a pool table and jukebox in the central section, where as the back area has a big screen for sport and hosts live music on weekends. It also has it's own bar that opens only when it's busy. The building itself is lovely and something of a landmark in the local area. Only downside is that drinks are a little bit dear. However, a pub that serves decent food, caters for the quiet drink or a more lively evening out, is well decorated and maintained, offers good entertainment and a nice selection of well kept drinks is to be celebrated and enjoyed. Also is rumoured to have the added attraction of a Poltergeist named "George" that periodically re-arranges things in the cellar and the bar, that is alleged to be the ghost of a former employee that was killed in an accident nearby! Spooky, isn't it?
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This pub has recently undergone a facelift and a much needed change of landlord. The new landlord Ken is a breath of fresh air! Not only is he aware of the needs of a good pub and getting the punters through the doors on a regular basis but he is also aware that this pub is situated within a residential area and reguarly consults with local residents on coming events to ensure that no body will be inconvenienced. The staff are friendly. There is also a Thai restaurant within the pub serving well cooked and enjoyable food in a friendly atmosphere! For those who want it there's a pool table and Sky sports! It manages to cater for most needs. It is always busy without being rowdy!
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