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Back working in the area and popped in after an absense of a couple of years and i have to say its gone downhill, and has been mentioned three quid for a pint of pride is a bit excessive, especially as they can't be bothered to clean the toilets.
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The Tom Foolery used to be a great pub a few years ago. however recently it has really gone downhill. it used to be a well run clean and friendly pub however that's not the case now.
i haven't been in there for a while now but pass it often. every time i go past it is nearly empty even on a Saturday evening it looked very quiet. £3 for a pint of London Pride that pretty bad when it is cheaper in the Partridge.
it used to be a main choice to go in the north part of the town centre but i have no plans to go back while it is in it's current state. while the pub market remains unpredictable and tough i can see this place closing in the not too distant future. Bromley Town Centre needs a decent 'old man' style pub serving lots of ales with lots of character. Pubs need to make more of an effort to bring the punters in.
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OK pub. As a country cousin I was a bit surprised to be charged an eye-watering three quid for a pint of Pride, especially as it was only 2.85 in the Partridge.
BTW I bought two half-litres of beer in a restaurant in Portugal a couple of weeks ago. Cost? Three euros.
Rip-off Britain lives!
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Would agree with recent comments. Despite winning Fullers Pub awards in previous years, I feel the character of the Tom Foolery recently just hasn't hit the spot; it's on its way to becoming another run-of the mill town centre boozer. Big screen for sport, and well-kept beers, though never seems to have the range of seasonal Fullers ales which the Partridge a few doors down has; plus I've often had to ask for a short measure pint to be topped up. Hope it returns to its former glory days.
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This used to be a real gem within the dross pubs of Bromley. Ale kept properly, good food and sport on good sized screens. One of the few pubs you could be guaranteed to get to see a Rugby International without endless Football.....
But now for some completely inane reason, real sport is banished to the rear screens with no commentary and the front screen is used for Sky Sports News???.... only to be watched by a few saddos, clutching their racing post and losing betting slips..........
Madness!!!
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A Fullers pub which has won several awards (a fact attested by the plaques by the entrance); I sadly left The Tom Foolery disappointed on my visit last Saturday (12th Jan). The beers, as anticipated, were top notch and my first pint of Discovery in five months, was washed down my gullet with most ease. However, strip the goodness of the ales away, and you are left with a rather bare, dull and in my opinion, incredibly boring pub. Beers are not everything. The background dross served up cunningly as ‘music’, insulted my ears and whilst those within seemed content enough, I wasn’t. Fullers have seemingly decided to opt for all things contemporary and trendy and whilst such establishments have their place, they could’ve at least made a good stab at it. I was looking forward to my visit last Saturday (12th Jan). I’ll give it a 6 for the Discovery, but this bar unfortunately gets given the ‘must try harder’ tag by this reviewer.
HTM69 - 16 Jan 2008 18:29 |
Another boring old fart pub similar to the partridge.
anonymous - 23 Aug 2007 15:26 |
A bit too yuppie like for me & a tad pretentious. However the staff are efficient, and the beer is fine - all be it a little pricey though.
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Absolutely spectacular - first pub I've been in on a high street in ages and enjoyed myself.
Was introduced to the Manageress who is great... Will definately return!
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Average town centre Fullers pub with modern feel and decent enough Pride - nothing to detain you long.
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Good place, nice service, welcoming environment. Very expensive for a pub though.
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This pub continues to amaze me in that unlike many others which open with good service for the first few weeks and then tail off into indifferent and slipshod service, this has kept up a consistent high standard since it first opened. The staff are always well-turned out, polite and friendly, careful to serve customers as quickly as possible and in the right order, and always say a cheerful farewell as one leaves. Although its prices are at the high end for drinks and pub food, the food is always first-rate and there's an interesting range of daily specials. The secret I think is that the manager Sue takes a close interest in running the pub well - even though she oversees the kitchen she's visible in the bar every day - unlike the nearby Partridge where I've never seen anyone I could identify as the manager.
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Great staff, very clean, good beer and selection of spirits. More like a living room than a pub with people's behaviour matching the setting. Worth the extra money to drink in a calm safe environment.
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It's not a bad place considering what's around it - but a bit yuppie and very expensive.
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This is a pleasing and relaxing place for a beer. It is a good cross between a traditional pub and a more bar-like set-up. So wooden seats and sofas, bare floors and thick rugs! The Fullers beers on draft are always excellent. Although the clientele in this pub are fine, the bar is unfortunately in the middle of the drink-fuelled Bromley North warzone, so bear that in mind when you leave!
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Feels like drinking in a shop rather than a pub. Food expensive. Beer above average. Very clinical atmosphere. Rather drink in the pubs just down the road.
Leslie - 23 Sep 2004 10:43 |
I've only popped into the Tom Foolery once, and I'm sorry to say that I am a 'Kid', although fortunately not a chav!
To be perfectly honest, I went in to impress a girl I was with, she was a bit sophisticated for me so I figured all the usual haunts would be out of the question.
Just the two of us, wandered in and tried to act like I frequented the place...unfortunately they need to make the place easier to blag - a fine establishment, but I don't think I pulled it off.
Good drinks, nice atmosphere, cosy furniture - even for a young 'un like me!
(maybe put up some sign posts to things like the toilets...that would really help next time)
Matt - 2 Jun 2004 15:17 |
Best pub in Bromley by far. It has a mix of all ages but generally all over 21 years, good food, good friendly staff and they have a decent plasma screen and show most football matches. It's refreshing to have a nice place in Bromley away from most of the trouble-making Chavs!
The Chin - 13 Apr 2004 15:29 |
Yep best pub in Bromley with no kids.. All mid twenties.
Adam - 12 Feb 2004 17:27 |
Definitely the best pub in Bromley. Excellent food, great staff and a proper landlady! Suits the 25+ professional crowd, but it's not poncy. If you like this one, try the Partridge two doors down. Again, for over 21's and no kids or lager louts get in there.
Louise R. - 5 Feb 2004 09:39 |
The only decent pub in existence - should I rephrase in 'Bromley' The place has a reasonable selection of ales, the staff are always on good form and it has that slightly more pleasant look that keeps the lager louts at bay. The only way ahead for a good hassle free night in Bromley....
Ross - 23 Dec 2003 18:21 |
Probably the best pub in Bromley. I wish I'd known when the ex-carrier AC crew were going though as that would have been a laugh! the more thoughtful persons pub in Bromley.
David - 11 Dec 2003 22:04 |
Definitely the best pub of a bad bunch in Bromley. Food is excellent and they serve draught strongbow. Tip - don't drink in Bromley on Friday and Saturday nights unless you are 15 or nuts.
Sal - 23 Jul 2003 13:26 |
Not bad - doesn't tend to get quite as rammed at the weekend as the Pamphilon, and has nice comfy leather sofas. Nice place to go for lunch - had excellent smoked salmon and scrambled eggs there.
Pauly H - 10 Jul 2003 13:56 |
1 year old Fullers bar. Brilliant atmospere, and good food.
Lee - 10 Apr 2003 14:00 |
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