The Prospect of Whitby, Wapping

Having known this famous pub for many years I make a point of visiting if I'm over that way.

When I visited 4 months ago I was appalled! This wonderful old pub had no atmosphere at all - stark with ultra bright lights and very poor service from miserable staff and management alike.

HOWEVER, I met an old pal in there last Thursday and what a transformation! The old place oozed atmosphere with much more appropriate lighting, background music, friendly, welcoming staff and much improved standards.

I was so impressed I took my parents back for Sunday lunch. The pub was very busy and no wonder because the lunch was delicious - good British roast dinner at it's best. my dad was particular pleased with the choice and quality of his real ale too - Rosey Nosey on at the moment was his choice.

Apparently the management has recently changed here so if you've not been in for a while it's well worth having another look.

18 Dec 2008 16:53

The Albert, St James's

I love this pub. I've visited on several occasions when in the area and always found the staff welcoming and the service good. Because it's a popular pub, I do expect that I won't always be served immediately during the busiest times but I've never had to wait longer than a few minutes and they've always had what I wanted.

There really is a feel of a traditional British London pub about the place so it's not surprising it's popular with tourists but generally when I've been in at around 6 in the evening it was mainly full of office types.

I've eaten in the carvery upstairs several times and always had a great meal at a very reasonable price.

My last visit was a few days ago when me and my work colleagues had our Christmas lunch there. It really was superb, food, service, attitude and atmosphere were all first rate - and the decorations this year are outstanding.

I'd say congratulations to the current management, I think this is one of the best pubs in London!

18 Dec 2008 16:42