The Pineapple, Kentish Town

The Pineapple is a real gem. A great, traditional pub hidden away in Kentish Town but actually only 2 mins from the tube station. The Thai menu is also extremely good andworks strangely well in the Victorian surroundings! Really friendly staff as well.

21 Jun 2010 15:43

The Lord Stanley, Camden

I've been visiting the Lord Stanley for years and think some of these reviews are grossly unfair. Particularly comments about the staff who I have always found to be friendly and helpful. I worked behind a bar in my student days and I can tell you - it's hard work. It's long hours and it's mundane - so maybe sometimes they don't give a monkeys? Give them a break!!!! We all have a bad day at work now and again - but we're not all judged so publically for it. Next time perhaps try smiling? Saying please and thankyou? Being a little kinder? You'd be suprised what a difference it makes.

Furthermore, i'm glad they're not showing every match of the World Cup. It's a family pub, not a sports bar. People want to sit and enjoy a quiet drink, a meal, some good conversation without the constant drone of football in the background.

Bravo to the Lord Stanley and it's wonderful, patient staff!

18 Jun 2010 11:10

The Lord Stanley, Camden

My favourite Camden pub. Couldn't disagree more with previous comments about rude staff. This place is head and shoulders above the competition. Staff always remember mine and my husbands names and what we drink. Perhaps that's because we take the time to smile and say hello rather than barking our drinks order at them. Good manners are a two way street.

Drinks prices have risen in accordance with every other pub - anyone who expects the price of a pint to stay the same for 3 years might want to aim their frustrations at Mr Darling, not a local pub trying to survive the recession!!!

As for the atmosphere, yes it's noisy, yes it's busy, but hey, it's a London pub!! If you want to drink alone in silence I suggest staying at home. If you want a decent pint and some exceptional food in a buzzing, friendly atmosphere then I suggest you try The Lord Stanley.

4 May 2010 12:06