The Duke of Devonshire, Balham

wow - this place has stirred the passions. My view - another Youngs refurb with some good points but many negetives too. This feminized boudoir is completely inappropriate for this location and the pubs former clientele. Now it resembles a Parisian bar circa '79 and I like it for that. I find some of the schizo-retro styling are queasily distracting but at least they sorted out the bogs. Sadly the refurb did not include the other tired remnants as staff and service are poorer for the changes.

12 Mar 2008 09:09

Bison & Bird, Clapham

same as it ever was - two words: service

10 Jan 2008 13:31

The Fox and Anchor, Smithfield

I have been in couple of times. The refurb looks good but sadly was not thought through, main bar remains cramped. Service has veeered from cheerful to useless. Beer selection not bad - I may return for brekky.

5 Dec 2007 10:48