Waxy's Little Sister, Piccadilly Circus

This is one of my locals when I'm in the city and must say it's a cracking little boozer. Good beer at a reasonable price for central London, clean bar front and back and friendly staff. Stools perched by the huge windows good for people watching. Good music selection too. Pity it closes at 11pm during the week, but it's ideal for a few pints before dinner or going out on the tiles properly.

28 May 2009 15:00

Henry's Cafe Bar, Green Park

First and last time here a couple of weeks ago. Went in once to meet friends of a friend. At first I was impressed by the decor and size of the place. Very well laid out and very comfortable. That's where the good things end. It took ten minutes before I could get served, despite four people being behind the filthy bar. Service was dreadful when I eventually get served. It took the best part of three or four minutes for the incredibly slow barmaid to put up a glass of wine, then a pint bottle of cider and a glass so full of ice it was nearly impossible to fit any drink in. Pint of lager for myself was in a dirty glass, and no life in the beer whatsoever. �13 quid for three bad drinks in a dreadful bar. Never again. If they get new management and new well trained staff in, it could be a gem of a bar, but until then I advise anyone to avoid it.

28 May 2009 14:51