The Southwark Tavern, London Bridge

I would have always recommended this pub to friends and visitors from outside of London as the pub itself has a charm about it and very cosy.

Unfortunately during the daytime yesterday I took my Canadian friend there for a drink hoping he would enjoy a drink in there just like I have frequently in the past. We were greeted by the worst reception there by two of the people working behind the bar. I witnessed one of the bar staff giving attitude to a young lady who was trying to order a drink. She was shocked and embarrassed. Then it was my turn...

I ordered a Peroni and I was served a Fruli. Two very different sounding drinks. I explained to the young Italian bar man he had given me the wrong drink and he started a vicious vocal attack on me. I left shortly after feeling sad and not ever wanting to recommend or go to that particular establishment ever again.

19 Dec 2011 08:02