Ryan's Bar, Stoke Newington

Truly awful. Clearly never been cleaned before - though doubtful that the permanent excessive over-drinking local fixture types could be cleaned around or even persuaded to be remotely polite.... Bar staff were rude, ignorant and extremely slow. Would not recommend this at all - much better pubs in Angel or Finsbury Park to watch the football!

27 May 2010 22:01

The Globe Inn, Sampford Peverell

Bring back Andrew and Sue! This place has had more managers that I care to remember in the last four years and has seriously gone downhill since. A once heaving pub where you had to book for a meal on a Friday night, never mind the weekend, has been utterly deserted, which is a realy shame as it used to have a fantastic atmosphere.

27 May 2010 21:55

The Rose and Crown, Stoke Newington

I really enjoy the atmosphere in this pub - genuine set of friendly, harmless locals who are all exceptionally welcoming. However, I must concur with the previous posts regarding food - I am aware after speaking to the Manager there, they have changed the chef recently but are aware of the problems and are trying to rectify them. Not a great help when the improvements hadn't taken place by the time our food arrived! But, they were apologetic and understanding.
Also, definitely concur with the comments about Sundays being overrun with screaming uncontrolled intolerable babies, children and the like. If you must bring them to a pub, keep them quiet and out of the way, otherwise employ a babysitter!

27 May 2010 21:51

The Coach and Horses, Stoke Newington

Quaint little pub - mixed crowd which was refreshing. Food did look good - well attended tables, and bar staff were friendly. Quite a small bar so long-ish wait when it is busy, but other than that, great place!

27 May 2010 21:44

Jolly Butchers, Stoke Newington

Perhaps the defence stemmed from the fact the mindless accusation at 'the plant' was unnecessary and unfounded - perhaps strengthened by the fact that 'simple mug' seems intent on continuing discussing an irrelevant notion. I noted the apostrophe marks around the word work on the previous post....sadly that appears to be true, certainly far too much free time on your hands.
Merely because I have 'locality' in my user name does not mean my views are any less worthy than yours or anyone elses. I do actually live within spitting distance of Church Street, and have done so for years. Seeing as your review is so scathing of the Jolly Butcher, hopefully I will not have to spend time within your presence there

27 May 2010 21:38

Jolly Butchers, Stoke Newington

I'm afraid I'm not as exciting as a plant - recently set up account and been rather busy. Merely thought I would give a balanced review of the pub as I enjoyed my experience there. Of course, everyone is entitled to their personal opinion.

18 May 2010 11:14

Jolly Butchers, Stoke Newington

Considering the Jolly Butcher has only been open for a couple of weeks officially, I would say that it is doing really rather well. The revamp has been clearly thought out and is a great asset to the area. The Burger was very tasty and the cassoulet not bad either. The staff are exceptionally friendly - clearly learning on their feet - especially with the more trying customers.... I saw one poor member having to explain to each individual in a group twice in one serving that they were in fact oversized glasses and the half pint line was clearly marked! For a brand new pub with a brand new look, I personally think it's doing rather well. Understandably, I think it has a way to go, but the selection of ales and beers is great and it won't be long before it's one of the most popular pubs in Stokie

6 May 2010 21:53