BITE user comments - ownedbycats
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The Fishermans Cottage, Reading
A friend recommended the place to me so we went and had a nice pint of ESB. In the main I enjoyed my visit. I thought the pub had nice decor and I liked how it was situated right on the river. The only downside was I felt like I was in a showroom of a conservatory company.
17 Nov 2005 04:11
It's a good pub to go to and especially with their 2 for �5 meal deals. The waiting times for grub can be a bit lengthy and the bar staff aren't exactly chatty but all in all it's okay. There is often a laddish element present so bear that in mind. Could do far worse than starting out here before going somewhere else or for just having a beer and a cheap lunch.
17 Nov 2005 04:00
A good pub with friendly staff and customers. I got chatting to a really nice chap there who was a Catholic - we had a good religious discussion and all before 6pm in the evening. Can't grumble with that at all. The beer tasted good and was reasonably priced. It has a bit of the 'spit and sawdust' type of feel to it ie no obvious frills with regards decor but that's no bad thing. Yes, a very good pub all in all.
17 Nov 2005 03:52
The Granby was opened in 1997. It's the premier gay club in the Thames Valley. Every weekend lesbians and gay men from far afield flock to Reading for a great night out - why not come and join them.
Thursday - 8pm til 2am (chill out, pool table, free entry)
Friday - 8pm til 2am (RnB, urban & chart , free B4 9pm)
Saturday - 8pm til 2am (banging tunes, free B4 9pm)
Sunday - 8pm til 12.30am (Karaoke ) free entry.
17 Nov 2005 03:29
This is a pub for estate agents and snobs, very snooty clientele and rather aloof staff however the beer is good and the food excellent so I guess it all evens out. Lovely decor. A very classy place all in all.
17 Nov 2005 03:17
I love the inside of this pub, full of trinkets and bottles and all sorts hanging from the walls and ceiling HOWEVER the landlady is very rude. On the three occasions I have been there (the last time being 2 years back) my visit has been spoiled by comments (once of a homophobic nature) made by her to me and the friends I've been with. I hope they now have a new person managing the place because I won't be back until they do. There's a cosy little room at the back which leads on to a quaint pub garden. It's a shame she feels the need to behave like this because she spoils what is a really nice public house.
17 Nov 2005 03:12
The Flowing Spring, Playhatch
The last time I went was back in the late 90's and the old geezer behind the bar (Brian?) was a great bloke. Very friendly and the beer was fantastic. I used to pop in there several times a week and enjoy a pint of Fuller's London cream ale. I haven't seen the stuff recently so I can only assume that they've finished that line. Shame. The Flowing Spring then was a great pub.
17 Nov 2005 04:14