Bold Forester, Marchwood

Been here many times and seen many changes, not only to the pub but Staff, and service.
Last visit was 2 weeks ago and granted the place looks a heck of a lot better. Nice to see curtains at the windows and the old stale tobacco stained walls and ceilings have been painted which has given a fresher look. As for the meals, well I guess you get what you pay for. The price is cheap and probably so are the ingredients, produce.
Service: well I did not feel it was up to much. I would at least expect the waitress to bring the cutlery and condiments, after all .. this is not MacDonalds! The waitress delivered the meal and when walking away from the table with her back to us she said "knives and forks are over there" pointing with her finger. I just felt like a little care and attention to the small details would make it an enjoyable experience.
As for the beer: My husband asked for Guinness, there wasnt any, so he asked for other beers and there wasnt any of those, he settled for a lager, which he hates!
The barmaid serving him was arrogant with her replies. Its unlikely we will visit this pub again.

13 Aug 2011 16:14