The Four Horseshoes, Chobham

Tuesday evening I met a friend for a drink after work. This turned into a meal in the bar (not in the main restaurant, which was empty). Plus points: Beer and nuts were good, food was fine for the money, quite nice atmosphere. The downside: the bar staff don't seem to have been trained to work in a bar and have poor customer-service skills. I have noticed that this pub has a great location and is completely rammed on a sunny day. But, other reviews about lack of service and my own experience mean I won't risk going back when it's busy.

30 Dec 2010 09:24

The Hope and Anchor, Wokingham

I like this pub. I met some friends for a reunion in December 2010 and we parked ourselves on the shambling sofas at one end of the pub, partially separated from the rest of the bar by one of the fireplaces. It was very comfortable and relaxed. On the plus side: the beer is kept well; the peanuts are excellent; the landlord & landlady for very nice - friendly but not over familiar; the clientele are just right; the jukebox has a great selection of "classic rock"; there are local kebab van, a chip shop, Chinese and Indian for post-beer snack; the train station is 4 minutes away; and there are newspapers for whilst you are waiting. We took part in the Thursday night pub quiz, which was well run by the landlord. This was the only downside to the evening... we are rubbish at quizzes! A very nice pub, highly recommended.

30 Dec 2010 09:13