The Star Inn, Guildford

Lovely proper pub with blinding music nights! I've seen some great bands here.

The stairs to the ladies *are* something of a hazard after a few drinks, but the higgledy-piggledy nature of the pub just adds to its charm.

From what I can tell, the pub seems well organised, with enough staff to keep things running smoothly (I hate waiting for ages & ages while the bar staff basically faff about so I'm always happy to meet a bar-person who knows what they're doing!)

I feel really comfy & at home here. (There are LOADS of fit young musos to meet!) Cheap-ish drinks prices, Girl-friendly, No Chav element, No trouble. Fab!

17 May 2006 19:26

Flares, Guildford

Now a 70s inspired bar called "Flares" I believe...Just glimpsed it on my way into town last night.

16 May 2006 14:58

Old Orleans, Guildford

Went here last night & I have to say that the food was rather good - or better than I remembered anyway!

Despite it being a Monday night & only 15% full at best they didn't seem madly keen to look after us. Staff seemed to disappear from view for long periods. (Where do they go???)

We went to buy our own drinks at the bar and there was nobody there either!

When our waitress asked if everything was Ok with our food I turned to speak to her but she was already gone. (Speeding off back to wherever they all go!) I wanted to say "Beep-Beep" cos it was a classic Road Runner customer satisfaction check as opposed to one where they actually give a crap!

As per our usual experience here I never saw a manager until bill paying time.

Food was ok though...and they let my friends use their company vouchers. (They've been known to refuse.)

16 May 2006 13:52