The Greyfriar, Chawton

This gets my vote for worst-run pub I have ever set foot in. After receiving a lecture on the correct sequence for ordering beers (the barwoman disappeared half way through order anyway), we ordered a meal and, in a group of six were served no less than 45 minutes apart. When the people sitting next to us complained about the length of time they were waiting for a mea, they were told that "we only have one oven." Add to that a very watery Guiness, 16-year old girls with colds serving, and you have a recipe for misery. Only reason it does any business at all is because it's opposite Jane Austen's house.

16 Jul 2007 14:40

The Greyhound, Kensal Green

Went for a meal here just the other night. Food wasn't so much expensive as just plain bad. Combined with a limited wine list and lucklustre service it would seem to be holding itself out as something that it's not.

15 Feb 2007 16:22

The Black Lion, Kilburn

Went for lunch here yesterday and got the shock of my life. Despite the beautiful building, friendly staff and our corresponding high hopes, our meals were appalling. And to add insult to injury, it was damned expensive too. Nice place to drop in for a drink but avoid the temptation to order anything from the bar menu. It was a disgrace.

13 Feb 2007 13:30