The Anglesea Arms, Chelsea

great localtion, and could be one of the best pubs in londn (good beer, good crowd etc etc).. BUT, it isn't There are to things which completely spoil the palce. First, the attitude of the staff. I;ve been going there for 3 years, and they still can;t find it in themselves to say hello to me, or smile or even pretend to regonise me. This surly attitiude is best ssen at night, when they invariable declare 'time' early (last week it iwas at 10.52), then turn all the lights on, open the doors (it was freezing outside last wek) and proceed to put all the charis on the tables to clean up, all by 11pm. Avoid at all costs if you are intending to drink anywhere beyond 10pm.
The second let down is the food. It used to be great until a 'new menu' a year ago. It is now hugely overpriced for small portions, very slow service (an hour for a sunday roast & beleive me, it did not tast like it was made to order)and frankly, unimaginative, poor quality items.

Go on a quiet summer afternoon for a beer (real aleas great), otherwise try one of the other local bars- the Duke of Clarence on Old Brompton Road is much better in terms of service and food.

23 Feb 2005 14:46