BITE user comments - Kev_M
Comments by Kev_M
Not being funny Mags but it strikes me that the port n ale BITE page has become a place where you advertise your forthcoming events and promotions. Strictly speaking it's meant to be a pub review site so this kind of info is a little beyond its scope. As the Port now has a facebook page can I suggest you post this kind of stuff on there as it's more relevant and will also have a wider audience than the BITE regulars can provide. Cheers.
13 Jul 2011 14:07
I'm afraid I must agree with cannockchaser. At one time the Port was different to most pubs in the area - it attracted a decent crowd (packed to the rafters on weekends), served good real ale, there was no loud music and there was rarely the prospect of any trouble. For me an ideal local, and at one time I couldn't sing its praises highly enough. But now it seems to be heading the way of all the other chavvy dives in Tipton. Disco/karaoke, and now talk of a pool table? It'll be going the same way as the Lounge Bar and the Nag's Head before you know it. Ok if it gets the crowds in thru the door (but I'm not convinced) fair enough, business is business, but it's not for me sad to say.
30 Apr 2011 18:52
Hi Magsy. Good to see you contributing to this forum and I sincerely hope the Port works out OK for you. Funnily enough I popped in with the family early on Sunday evening to find loud piped music that we could hear from out in the car park (one customer had already requested it be turned down) and a couple of blokes wrestling very noisily with kids in the bar area. Sorry to be negative but the two things combined did not create a great first impression.
As for things we want and you will see what you can do - for me you can forget the Carlsberg at �2 a pint. The Port has always been known as a real ale venue and that's essentially what I come for. Please don't turn it into a chavvy lager emporium as you will lose my custom for sure.
Secondly, your prices are far too high for this area. I do realise that your gaffer is a money-grabbing git and would rather sell less beer at a high price than have a cheaper but thriving pub, so I'll not hold my breath on that one.
10 Apr 2011 21:09
Popped in the Port for a swift couple last Saturday for the first time in ages. Sadly only 3 beers on and I guess that the disco/karaoke man is now a regular feature. Nice to listen to a bit of music but it made conversation somewhat difficult.
4 Apr 2011 22:30
Admittedly not the best of locations but what an amazing pub. The interior decor just has to be seen to be believed. We were there purely as part of a pub crawl but what a revelation! Oakham beers (my favourite was Citra) were spot on. Well worth the tax ride from the city centre.
6 Nov 2010 17:05
Nothing particularly remarkable about the pub itself but it serves as good a pint of Bathams as you'd find anywhere and it's absolute nectar. The bar is traditionally basic and the adjoining lounge room comfortable and cosy. Nuff said.
28 Oct 2010 21:31
'The Port' is the closest thing I have to a decent local and I've been a semi-regular there ever since its original refurb. It's always had a great selection of good quality real ales, a good menu and a friendly atmosphere. I tend to take the family there at weekends but have been disappointed to note of late the decreasing choice and declining quality of the beers on offer. On a number of occasions I've had to return pints because they just weren't fit for consumption, but they've always been replaced without fuss. From the very beginning Scott, Ian & Chris, Kev & Eileen (albeit only for a month!) and Jim & Di all kept good houses, but I'm afraid it just hasn't been the same since Ian took over. I'd like to explain the problems to Ian in person but he's never there, so through the pages of this site I'd like to say c'mon Ian, pull your finger out and make the Port a good pub again.
27 Oct 2010 14:27
Metropolitan Bar, Baker Street
A bit wary after reading previous comments but ... had breakfast and evening meal here yesterday and have to say we couldn't fault the food, drinks, speed and friendliness of service. Exceptionally convenient for Marylebone station and Baker St tube. Recommended.
27 Oct 2010 13:50
The Bartons Arms, Aston
According to Oakham Ales they tried to start a fire but found it difficult as there were no soft furnishings or curtains. Apparently they need to replace a section of bar, but it could have been a lot worse.
17 Sep 2011 18:52