The Edinboro Castle, Camden

The atmosphere at this trendy Camden pub is always very good, however it certainly comes into its own during the summer, when the beer garden is nearly always packed. You can reserve space in the garden which is definitely a good idea if you're planning on bringing a large group of people.

I've only ever ordered the snacky food, but it has been good everytime.

I really like this pub, as do most of my friends, but the barstaff seriously need to improve. Whilst polite, they are always very slow, to the point of lethargy, and don't appear to have any sense of urgency when it's 3 or 4 deep all around the bar. Certain members of staff do seem to suddenly spring into life at closing time, and become very motivated, though I understand that they do need to clean up and get home (or go out). I'm certainly not alone in my opinions on the staff here, and the matter always comes up whenever The Edinboro Castle is mentioned in conversation. That said, it remains a good choice for an evening in Camden.

12 May 2009 09:14