Rose of Denmark, Bristolback to pub details please note - reviews on this site are purely the opinion of site visitors, so don't take them too seriously.
Not quite sure where this pub�s reputation comes from. I walked out of my way to try this establishment because of its self-proclaimed �good beer� and �good-food�.
To start with the beer that I ordered � I think it was Gem � was drinkable but was not as fresh as other pubs I�ve visited in the vicinity.
It was Monday night and �5 a-meal-night: a selection of bog-standard pub-food meals. For five pounds you don�t expect a banquet, however what you do not expect is to be presented with scampi that you could practice with at the driving range. They were so over-cooked you have to wonder what the chef was thinking to serve them as edible.
Had I been asked I would have quietly expressed my displeasure. I was not so I�m expressing it here.
Though I base my opinion on only one visit I am able to distinguish fresh beer and I can spot terribly cooked meals and as a result it will be a long time until I offer my custom again.
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The Rose has changed it up recently, the food has got *much* better. I went there last week for a Sunday lunch and it was one of the best I've ever had. Roast lamb with garlic, I was lucky to get the crunchy well-done bits, with varied veg, all distinctly seasoned. I could have eaten a plate of the creamed leeks on their own. Absolutely fantastic grub.
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Despite it�s somewhat busy location right opposite the exit of the Cumberland Basin flyover, this is a pleasant establishment that has the air of a traditional country pub about it with it�s rustic interior, wood panelled bar and candles on all the tables and window sills creating a cosy ambience.
It consists of a single L-shape bar with rough wooden boards on the floor, chunky wooden tables and a mixture of rough salmon coloured plasterwork and exposed brickwork on the walls. At one end is a large brick chimney breast, and this had a very inviting looking log fire blazing away with a few old leather sofa�s in front of it. Unsurprisingly, this was a prized spot on a freezing February evening. Next to this was a TV up in the corner, but the sound was down low and this didn�t dominate. Apparently there is live music on Thursday�s.
The food menu appeared to be a basic �pub grub� affair, with dishes such as Ham, Egg & Chips, Burgers and Ploughman�s. The menu also listed a selection of snacks such as Picked Eggs and Scratchings! Most of the mains were around the �8 - �10 mark. A specials board offered a few more choices such as Chilli and Cod & Chips. There was also a separate restaurant downstairs, although whether this offered the same menu, I�m not sure.
Beers on tap were Brain�s SA, 6X and Gem all dispensed from barrels racked up behind the bar. A hand-pump also offered Doom Bar, although this appeared to have run out on our visit. Ciders were Blackthorn, Thatcher�s Traditional and a very pleasant Thatcher�s Gold. All in all, a great pub in a surprising location, and well worth a visit.
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In an area rich in good pubs, this is another one well worth a visit. Stripped down, fairly basic decor, good beer. Not being a fan of loud music, that would be my main reservation about this place - but it's a decent boozer, worth dropping in if you're in the vicinity.
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Had Sunday Lunch here this Sunday, It was really great, good portions and all very traditional. The beer was fantastic and straight from the cask. then to follow there was some great music being played..well worth braving teh weather!
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Decent choice of beers, friendly staff and a lovely roaring fire. Bit worried about all the talk(and there was a lot) about where to place the TVs. Was nice to be in a pub without one.
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As previously noted there is only mainstream beers available - Bass & Butcombe BUT...........both are superb! Straight from the barrel these beers were in perfect condition - like angles p******g on your tongue!
Very welcoming bar staff who despite a busy football night took time to check customers were happy and well fed & watered.
Only had a sausage sandwich to eat but it was also pefection itself.
Lots of comfy sofas and chairs to lounge about in, good to see a bar billiards table available.
A must visit on anyone list who is in the area
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Love tihs pub, quite simply.... Great beer, Great Service, Amazing food,
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Lovely pub,top notch pint of butcombe was quaffed next to a roaring log fire, just what u need on a snowy winters night, highy recommend and shall return! 8/10
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Very nice atmosphere and food, pleasant for a chilled out evening.
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greatly improved ,from a few years ago,when it looked like it was going to the dogs, nice pint of butcome , would visit again
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Used to have a bit of a reputation a few years back, so decided to pop in and see it for myself.
Has obviously been refurbed in the recent past, and looks good for it (dig those hand-carved tables).
The ale selection was pretty mainstream, but served fairly well.
Worth seeking out, this area of Bristol is a good place for a crawl and the RoD should be on it.
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Joan Crawford's comment has remained on a year, so it's about time to update.
This is a great pub serving Bass & Butcombe from gravity & a (sadly uninspiring - probably not landlord's choice either) guest pump on the bar. Thatcher's Trad on handpull too for those on a tight budget! Food looks excellent(not tried it yet) and there is a seperate restaurant downstairs.
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Went last Sunday at 5pm.
Over amplified and under talented guitarist with Casio entertained us.
Quite busy, very smoky, lots of people really quite smashed.
Odd atmosphere for a Sunday afternoon - felt close to going a bit wrong, if you know what I mean.
Necked a pint of something (6X ?) which seemed fine.
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This pub has had a fantastic restoration. I think I'm the first person in recent times to post a comment here that doesn't work there ;)
I do, however, think their Sunday lunches are the best in Bristol. A magnificent atmosphere, this pub more than holds its own in this corner of town that's laden with excellent boozers. Jess and Gary are amazingly friendly owners, the other staff are ace as well, they serve cloudy cider and nice beer, and the downstairs restaurant is fantastic - in the winter months, that is. It's a bit too cellar-ish for the summer visitors!
obyto - 31 Jul 2006 23:41 |
There has been a slight change to our schedule!! The restaurant opening is now set for Friday 18th November, please feel free to come along and enjoy a light buffet of tasty treats home made by our four excellent in house chefs ( Ash, Tom, John and Sheri).
Look forward to seeing you there!!
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The Rose of Denmark has undergone some major changes and is NOW FANTASTIC....the pub boasts Friendly staff, Open fires and Beer straight from the Barrell.
This cosy and welcoming pub also offers ole bar games like Shove Ha'penny, Open mike nights on wednesdays, quiz nights on Thursday nights with "GREAT" cash prizes, and fantastic Live Music every Sunday from 4-7pm.
It just keep getting better, Jess and Ash are about to re-open the restaurant (16th November 05) and it is promising to be "The place to go", with offerings of home cooked, traditional English fare such as Toad in the hole, pork chops with apple sauce, BBQ beef and wonderful sunday roasts (just like mum used to make!) Also on offer are homecooked desserts including treacle sponges and fruit crumbles with lashings of your choice of real dairy ice-cream, cream or custard... irrisistable!!
They have just finished their web site (theroseofdenmark.com) and you can e-mail any enquiries to jess@theroseofdenmark.com.
Go and see, you will recieve a very warm welcome, it is SO worth a visit!
anonymous - 9 Nov 2005 22:56 |
The Rose of Denmark has recently been taken over and its now fantastic, it has two open fires and big chunky hand made tables, its really cosy and they have live music every sunday from 4 - 7, they play great misic and have a real mix of local people, TRY IT.....YOU'LL LOVE IT
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The Rose of Denmark has just been taken over by Jessie Warrack and is undergoing a dramatic refurbishment that will see it changed and updated to offer a bar and restaurant with an authentic old but quality feeling welcoming you with warm open log fires and a fantastic range of local beers and ciders. The big oak bar brilliantly manages to cross the divide between both bars and the leather settees are difficult to leave. The refurbished bar is open to welcome you on 5th December 2004 with the restaurant following shortly in the new year. The food menu offers a good range of innovative healthy (and not so healthy but delicious) meals. I cant wait for it to be my local. Jess is made for the the role of landlady and welcomes you whether you are alone or in a crowd. We will all enjoy being a part of the success of the Rose of Denmark. I highly reccomend this pub
Debra Nelmes - 11 Nov 2004 16:34 |
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