The Coach and Horses, Barnes

Went for a pre-dinner drink last night, and sat outside as inside was gloomy and depressing.

Unfortunately, outside was worse - no one had cleared or cleaned the tables, the bunting was lying around broken, the place was totally uncared for, the staff were uninterested and the piped music was the last thing that we wanted.

You would imagine in a catchment area like this that a pub would be able to thrive only by being at the top of its game, but obviously note. What a sad tale of mediocrity, and how the English seem to accept it.

17 Jun 2012 18:05

The Anglesey Arms, Halnaker

This is a very good pub with food, and has been since long before the term 'gastro-pub' was invented. You may need to book to eat there, either near the bar or in the restaurant or, on hot days (remember those) in a large garden. The food is simply very good: varied, good helpings, friendly service, not too expensive. Lots of beers on tap, and a wide selection of wines, not to mention a log fire for days like yesterday.
Well done to all the staff for maintaining such a high standard.

21 Feb 2010 11:07

The Hereford Arms, South Kensington

I went again with my family for supper on Saturday. It was delicious food (whitebait, linguine, steak pie, hamburger), attentive service and a lovely atmosphere. The Fuller's beer is well kept.

12 Jan 2010 11:47