The Palm Tree, Mile End

I was taken to this pub by a very old mate of mine who lives a stones throw away from it. He had 'bigged it up' for some time prior my visit but I always try to approach things with an open mind. To say this place is unique is an understatement.... It is a distillation of all things 'East End'. We arrived about 10.30 on a Saturday evening and the place was jumping and packed to the rafters with a diverse cross section of customers. I was introduced to Alf the landlord and you couldn't want to meet a nicer individual. We also enjoyed some fabulous cabaret style musical entertainment from the house band who had an average age of approaching 90 by the looks of things. I will be going back for sure - love the place and I'm a fussy sod...... I would go as far to say this is in my top 5 favourite 'boozers' and I've been to more than a few......

8 Feb 2010 15:18