The Phelips Arms, Montacute

Went here a while ago and thought the ale (Palmers) was good. Had some food as well, and that was not bad either. The one thing I would say was that the reason for going there in the first place was to check it out for a subsequent visit with family, kids etc. On the first occasion (a Saturday), there was tons of choice on the menu - including lots of vegetarian options on a specials board (around 6 or 7 dishes, more than most pubs bother with). The second visit (a Sunday lunchtime) - no vegetarian food at all. None. Nada. Zip. Bupkiss. Now, some people might think "Well, it's a Sunday - they were probably doing roasts". Yes. But one of the meals on the menu for that first visit was (wait for it) a veggie roast, with all the trimmings. So they obviously can do it. To not have it on, on a Sunday, and have no other veggie options - that's just daft. All that said, the pub is a good one, really

16 Aug 2011 14:42

The Nelson, Mudeford

Went in here for the first time the other day. Ales (Yeovil BST and 49er) in good nick. Free roast potatoes brought round by the guvnor. Lively & friendly, welcomes dogs, food menu looks good. I'd recommend this place

13 Aug 2010 12:56

The White Hart, Stoke Newington

Excellent pub - large inside, great garden. Usually a good selection of ale (nice Summer Lightning when I was there, plus Doombar and Tribute). All present and correct, really. Have been there (when I used to live in the area) on a Fri night and it is PACKED. Other times - like a Sat afternoon - very mellow. Had a couple of pints and then across the road to Cafe Mostra for a great meze lunch

17 May 2010 11:44