The Royal Oak, Borough

Was there last weekend. Service poor; two barstaff more interested in chatting to each other than serving. Beer flat, tasteless (?stale) and overpriced.
Disappointing. Perhaps it's better on a weekday?

2 May 2014 22:19

The Prince's Head, Richmond

Had a pint of Chiswick and ate their Shepherds Pie. Both were tasty and in good nick. Service was quick and friendly and prices reasonable for area. Worth a visit for sure.

5 Jan 2011 22:37

The White Horse, Dover

In response to TheFabricFairy, I agree that the Eight Bells is far less cosy than this pub. However, and I find it a real pity to have to repeat this, the quality of the draught ale in the White Horse really is dreadful compared to that found in the Wetherspoons. (I find it difficult to believe I've written that myself). When you weigh up the quality of the beer along with the price you pay for a pint, the Eight Bells is streets ahead. It is, of course, a pretty dire place to enjoy the beer in compared to the White Horse, whose interior is far more comforatble, but I'm finding that more often than not I'd rather drink a well kept pint of an interesting beer in Wetherspoons than suffer yet another dreadful beer in the much more comfortable surroundings of the White Horse. Each to their own I suppose. I'd still prefer not have to suffer the backbiting insults of the management here also. No doubt it goes on everywhere but at least you cant actually hear what they say about you in Wetherspoons! I'm glad this pub has its supporters, but on balance it's not for me! You might be right if you think that says more about me than it does about the pub, but I guess we just have different satndards. I'd still advise anyone to pay the place a visit and make up their own minds; just leave the rose coloured spectacles at the door.

12 Sep 2010 18:40