The Engineer, Harpenden

I really like this pub. Good beer, which is well kept, and the guests usually appeal to me. Tend to be around the 4.0 to 4.3% strength so similar to the Spitfire and Pride which are always on (as well as the Adnams and I think something else too). Fair range of lagers, and at least one cider on draught.
Food is better than average pub fare, with a bar menu which is good and a restaurant menu which excites me less. Either of which can be eaten anywhere. A few specials (e.g. pasta of the day) usually appear on a blackboard. I saw a sign outside saying they are now open for brunch on Saturdays, but haven't tried it.
Nice enough garden and patio area, and dogs welcomed in certain parts of the pub too.
TVs in both bars, and show most sporting things in the smaller bar but only seem to be on in the main bar for major events so not too instrusive.
Good quiz on Tuesday nights which seems popular as the pub is overtaken by quizzers.
Clientele seems to be a total mix from younger people right through to OAPs and from young couples to generation spanning family groups. It appears to have a good mix of regular visitors, plus the actual 'bar propping' regulars.
Would recommend it thoroughly, both for a quick pint, or food.

13 Jun 2011 14:27