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I went here last night with a friend and her boyfriend's mates, we're all approx 30's. I was put off by the door Nazis (if you're gonna hide illegal substances you're not dumb enough to put them in your bag now are you?!) and so were some other friends. The �5 after 10pm entrance fee I found a bit much, we're in Greenwich not West End. Once inside I found a mix of posh types, WAG types and older men. I had no idea the drinks were doubles and not singles (that explains the hefty bar bill then). I did have a good Bellini. I was not impressed by no cloakroom, does Laurence (owner) want me to have my expensive jacket nicked?! Also the music was dire, MC Hammer's You Can't Touch This and other housey tunes which were too loud. The decor for those who know nothing about interior design was ok, the photos of the man by the puddle on the way out impress those who know nada about interior design, but I feel Lol (owner) is speaking down to Greenwich and SE London plebs. It has potential but I wouldn't come here again if I were in Greenwich. Would schlep to West End instead.
MissD - 10 Aug 2008 15:26 |
A good mix of people and a good atmosphere!
Haven't been there for a while and must visit again!
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No style. No furniture either for that matter.
God awful wines. Which is a shame, for what amounts to a wine bar.
4 out of 10
anonymous - 13 Apr 2007 16:23 |
Probably the best of the Greenwich Inc bars, but that is not saying much. However I gather it keeps local designer LLB in extra large shirt cuffs.
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Do you see yourself as "trendy" "media" well this is the place for your enjoying a new fangled taste of magners "irish" cider. For the rest of the free thinking world then avoid this hole of a place. Designed by the stlye guru Llwellwn Bowen one wonders how he pays for those wild suits then wonder no more he touts his questionable skills and talent to gullible bar owners who should undoubtably know better.
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Superb place to entertain girlfriend on a Saturday night, especially given the impressive range of (expensive) cocktails on offer! Not too keen on the policy not to serve singles though, e.g. double Jack Daniels and coke only, so it would explain why the drinks appear to be a bit pricey. Overall, we enjoyed the music that the DJ was playing and the jovial atmosphere in Inc bar. My girlfriend even liked the art gallery type d�cor! Not sure if I was single I would want to come here with the lads though, so I would forget Inc bar for the H-File search!!
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I actually really like the decor. This surprised me a I general dispise LLB's over-the-top kitsch.
Drinks weren't much cop though.
anonymous - 8 May 2006 12:41 |
Think "Third Division Footballer's Wives" and you're not far off. The cocktails are overpriced, the decor appalling (LL Bowen, what a surprise!), the clientele obnoxious.
Some places have friendly, intelligent, helpful door staff, who are capable of using their discretion and behaving pleasantly. Some places, however, are like Inc. Be prepared to experience random "Dress Code" rules depending upon whether the balding chimp at the door likes the look of you or not.
I've been to worse bars and pubs, but not to many whose self-importance compares so poorly to their quality.
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Lovely cocktails (particularly fresh raspberry daiquiri)and very tasty food which revolves around the delicious cut of meat as central with some nice veggie sides. Currently in Time Out's top ten new bars in London. Staff only ever been friendly. Should upset the chuntering 'I want a nice pint of bitter' brigade. Good.
Emma - 18 Oct 2004 12:44 |
A great place to dine with class which Greenwich previously did not have, very reasonably priced, fantastic food and great service.
Carrie - 17 Sep 2004 14:07 |
so 60 cocktails in all hah (re big dave) you must of been bored waiting for the one you were waiting for coz thats how long it takes in fact we are still counting. went in after footie quiet night but staff more interested in having a chat than serving us. prob why not in any bar guides at the moment so please improve on our return.
charlotte - 15 Sep 2004 22:11 |
Although I have been there a few times things seem to be getting better, with the new improved cocktail list (which the manager had great joy telling us about)and the quality of the food is on the up aswell. Good luck to them, they're on the right track.
Stuart Anning - 31 Aug 2004 17:53 |
Great bar with some fantastic cocktails. I even counted them up and its near the 60 mark!! Where else can you get this sort of quallity apart from in central London but with a much high price tag. Food is good too. Ive had many a good meal there and have been recognised by the manager as a regular! Service as well?? Fantastic all round and I think its all down to the new management. A big well done, keep up the good work!
Dave - 31 Aug 2004 17:45 |
Lovely bar and the toilets are defintiley worth a look!food is good although our waiter could have loosened up a bit, maybe he was going for the 'if I look bored and uptight I'll look sexy' angle. loads of fit blokes which always helps!
Eleanor - 22 Jul 2004 11:15 |
yeah not a bad joint actually and though you have to wait a while the cocktails are superb sometimes you get a seat to enjoy them too. staff bit snotty which seems to be a greenwich thing at moment and the manager is not very helpful or actually very nice (maybe he had a bad day like me!) the decor is well very Lawrence and i will be having a word with him too! ps good luck with the empire building great stuff for our village doh!!
chaz abbott SE10 - 7 Jul 2004 19:47 |
This place gives greenwich something it has been missing for a long time. It might not be to everyones taste, but don't knock it till you've tried it.
Pappy - 15 May 2004 11:24 |
The interior is superb. Possibly a little on the pricey side, but the cocktails are definitely worth it. Looks like it probably gets packed on a weekend.
Clare - 14 May 2004 17:36 |
