Red Lion, Ealing

I returned to this pub after a very long absence to find that what was once a cosy one room bar has now been extended through to the back to accommodate diners. The bar area was very noisy, drinks were expensive and I thought that the staff were particularly unhelpful. I have no plans to return to this establishment.

27 Mar 2018 23:37

Old Salt Quay, Rotherhithe

Since our last visit nearly 5 years ago, this pub seems to have gone into a decline. Despite there being several people waiting, only one person was serving (rather slowly) behind the bar. The menu looked OK but we decided there might be a long wait for food judging by the apparent staff shortage in the pub and we decided to leave without ordering anything.

12 Feb 2018 16:16

The White Horse, Aberystwyth

This is a popular pub in the centre of town with reasonable food prices and some real ale. The menu is typical pub grub and the pie I ate was rather better than I expected. The beer was also palatable. However, the pub is rather let down by too-loud music, too many TV screens and staff shortages. The latter was reflected by some rubbish on the floor and some uncleared tables. The staff were pleasant enough and I would blame the shortcomings of this pub on its management.

9 Aug 2016 18:13