The Andover Arms, Hammersmith

One other interesting statistic. The three pro Refurb BITE members seem to have recently become BITE members (this week). Additionally the only pub that they have reviewed is the Andover Arms. Of the Seven anti Refurb BITE members only one has exclusively rated the Andover Arms. The majority have are long time members with multiple pub reviews.

28 Jun 2009 11:01

The Andover Arms, Hammersmith

Right. Current count 3 BITE users for the new refurb 7 BITE users against. A trend perhaps?

28 Jun 2009 10:51

The Andover Arms, Hammersmith

Oh Well. A pity that a pub so fine and so appropriate has been raped of its character and charm. A gastropub in a pub with a kitchen smaller than most maisonettes? Absurd. Been four times since the "Doing up" All during mealtimes. I have seen four meals go out. Total.... The chef's presentation of the food leaves much to be desired. A full fish sitting upright and coiled around the plate like a snake? A hamburger with a cucumber placed on it as a garnish? Come on. Oh PS. The do up coincided with the landlord's quarterly 4 week disappearing act. He has not been around to hear the long time regulars point out to him the error of his ways. I rated this pub a 10 when it was run by Tom and Mora. I downgraded to a 7 when the new landloard took it over and started playing music and generally allowed the interior to degrade. I downgrade again. Beer is still kept ok but no more charm. I have no desire to hang around more than one or two pints to catch up with friends now. Searching for a new local around. Not much to choose from.

27 Jun 2009 11:05