The Waggon and Horses, Lymington

I was in the area and looking primarily for somewhere to eat, and secondary to have a decent pint. I read the reviews of this pub, and whilst they were generally positive, I was a little concerned about the bad experience that the most recent reviewer had.

Still, I decided to give it a go. And was glad I did, as everything was fine!

I took notice of another review on here about the chicken curry being good, so I ordered one of those and a pint of Henry's IPA. The gentleman that served me couldn't have been more friendly and polite. The food was excellent, and the beer was pretty good too.

The pub itself is a nice 'classic' country pub, with a bar area, a separate area for diners (although food is also served in the bar area) and a small room with a pool table.

No problems at all here, I would go back if I was in the area again.

13 Aug 2011 23:12

The Tickled Trout, Wye

Popped in for some food whilst in the area recently. The Tickled Trout has a great location by the river with a large outdoor seating area, but unfortunately it wasn't warm enough to sit outside. Friendly service from the pub staff. The food was OK. I enjoyed what I had but it just didn't have the polish of other pub food I've had elsewhere. I don't want that to sound bad, as there certainly wasn't any problem with the food. Beer-wise, several handpumps on. I had a couple of pints of Ringwood Bitter which was tasting good. I'd say this pub is definitely worth a visit.

6 May 2010 22:57

Sheffield Tap, Sheffield

Absolutely amazing pub, can't praise it enough!

The Tap has been open for several months now, and in that short time they have had lord knows how many Thornbridge ales on (Thornbridge is their main supplier, the Kipling is pretty special), a global bottle selection to rival the Devonshire Cat, and they've excelled themselves by recently having had a range of Brewdog beers on draught. Sadly, the draught 'dog has now all gone. As has already been mentioned, they refuse to stock any of the commercial rubbish (eg Carling, Stella, Boddies, etc).

The pub is small, but very well formed. It is like stepping back in time to a good old blokes drinking den. The staff are all decent and polite, and they can all pour a decent pint.

Not much in the way of food (they have a panini grill, and that's about it) but then again, you don't come to a pub like this a three course feast.

There must be some fault to pick with the place, it can't be perfect surely? Erm... Well... Um.... Er.... The hand-dryer in the gents is crap.

6 Apr 2010 23:35