BITE user comments - maayoiyot
Comments by maayoiyot
visited again recently. No real change other than the beer was rank so i took it back. The next pint was no better. I've noticed many of the Victorys former locals in the Brandling just down the road, and that where i'll head in the future.
4 Apr 2010 14:23
Grubby pub that needs a refurb. In particular toilets are not the best. Beer quality no more than average and it does not surprise me people have taken drinks back.I have never seen the landlord serving which is always a bad sign to me. The staff hired appear disinterested and can clock watch until the end of thier shift. Prices seemhigher to me than its immediate competitors (Millstone and Brandling). However it seems popular but could do so much better.
16 Jan 2010 21:30
The Brandling Villa, South Gosforth
As other reviewers have noted recently under new management. It is still reletively deserted every time I have been in. It seems to me it falls between two stools. It now sells real ale which I think is off high quality and well kept. However it does not look like a traditional pub and may not attract the real ale fraternity despite camra leaflets dotted about the place. Beer choice was curious. London Pride served semi flat will have a hard time up here I fear. It also has loud modern music (too loud for me!!) but I dont think theyll get many younger ones in this area. .
Finally toilets are appalling as noted previously and bar staff are poor. Last time I was in I was served by surly scruffily dressed individual whose beer gut was falling out if his jeans!.
Has life music on saturdays which is well supported.
16 Jan 2010 21:21
The Victory, South Gosforth
Thankfully now under new management. They are making a real effort but still have beer quality issues in my opinion. Maybe they should try selling fewer different bands?. Service is much better as they do most of it themselves. Prices still quite high and still needs refurbishment. They have tried doing Sunday lunches .
5 Dec 2010 15:30