The Lamb Inn, Battle

Last week my husband and son talked me into going to a Harvester, The White Hart, Guestling, I had risotto and it was lovely and the boys were very happy with their steaks. Dead cheap too and the Guinness was excellent.

Tonight I went with colleagues to The Lamb Inn. It's also a 'chain' venue, geared towards the diner rather than the drinker.

It is an absolute gyp, rip off, swizz etc. I ordered a 'mediterranean risotto' for �7.95 and got a cereal bowl containing, in order, onion and rice. There was one cherry tomato and one slice of courgette, which is more than a companion got.

The Vintage Inns 'Satisfaction Survey' is a slap in the chops for the hardworking staff who are obliged to dish out this over priced rubbish.

5 Jul 2011 23:08

The George Inn, Rye

It's not expensive to drink in The George and plenty of locals do.

The expensive re-fit was obviously designed with the well heeled in mind, but the owners have realised that a well stocked bar inhabited only by self-important trustafarians demanding a good arse kissing along with a jug of iced, lemoned and free tap water isn't good for business.

So, for years now, The George has been my favourite bar for a few pints, a lot of pints, lunch with the wife or a coffee and sandwich with the sports section.

I have been made welcome whether I've been 'smart casual' or covered in mud and dropping bits of fishing kit all over the shop.

23 Jan 2010 20:40

The Bridge Inn, Winchelsea

I can only agree with Incumbent. Although I'd substitute 'a touch' for very unwelcome.
First contact with mine host, "Hallo, can I have a pint of guinness please?"
Answer, "No".
Just that. Not "I'm sorry, we don't have draught guiness".
It's just before 2 in the afternoon and there were no other diners in, at all. We sat at a table.
We were then moved, no explanation was offered.

I'm local and now I know why I haven't used this pub before, but I know I shan't be using it again.

23 Jan 2010 20:21