Golden Lion, St Ives

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user reviews of the Golden Lion, St Ives

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Went in on the recommendation found in CAMRA's Good Beer Guide. The beer was well maintained and in good condition (Sharps & Skinners brands). Only let down were the drunk NEETS that seem to inhabit the rear bar. Be warned.
normality2000 - 28 Sep 2008 16:47
Doesn't look much from the outside, but is a decent, traditional pub inside. Food is simple but surprisingly good.
daveinbrum - 21 Sep 2008 20:17
Friendly pub full of locals, but I wish they would leave a gap at the bar to allow customers to get to it for service. Only one of the three pumps had ale on, but it was in good condition.
gillhalfpint - 20 Aug 2008 14:41
What a smashing front room boozer in a classic Cornish town. No pretensions and no nonsense - just fabulous Old Rosie... and a room of jovial smiley locals. The pub dog was also a jolly character - I prefer cats but a dog with a grimace deserves a mention. Its one of those pubs where you keep glugging with no time restrictions.......
paulio1966 - 29 Jun 2008 00:18
My Favourite pub in St ives which is my Favourite Cornish town the pub has changed a lot over the years was run by same landlady for yonks was always very busy could not move in either bar once upon a time not so busy now but still the best pub in St ives current landlady was a former customer she works there with her brother and son very friendly still.
geordie_kev - 17 Jan 2008 14:50
This Pub was me and the wife fav! Fantastic beer! Helgan Honey and Natural beauty were the faves in that list also an old Rose was fantastic. the staff were great very different from what were used to. all had there own image and it went well with the pub. one young lad with red hair and makeup just made our stay extra fantastic kept us entertained for hours so if he reads this thank you! Derek was a gem and the landlady was great to! i think anyone should go here if you want a good time! cheers!
Camden_Made - 11 Aug 2007 16:47
Pint of Sharps - Doombar, I think - tasted a bit tired. Didn't bother to try further because of the overpowering smell of old cooking oil in the place. (Well I hope it was that!)
Hopsucker - 2 Oct 2006 15:59
Had a Nice pint of "one and all" by Ring'o'bells brewery here, friendly service and a nice 2 bar type setup. 8/10
fat_beer_badger - 28 Jun 2006 15:34
Had a lunchtime pint in here in November, so understandably it was fairly quiet - there were a few friendly regulars inside. Several beers available, I had the Skinners Heligan Honey which tasted really good. We will definitely come back on our next visit to St Ives.
fromedrinker - 15 Feb 2006 11:35

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