The Fox and Anchor, Smithfield

A fantastic pub, destroyed by the most miserable bar manager I have ever had the misfortune to come across.

Glared sullenly at everyone who entered the place, would not talk to any customers and instead sent the barmaid to anything that needed doing.

He did not really want to watch the England vs Greece match. But once it started, did not move from the end of the bar. As soon as he heard a customer mention that his friend should watch the highlights, the television was promptly switched off.

And finally, refused to serve a girl on her leaving do at 10:40, when he rang for last orders as, (In his words), "If you fall over on the way home, I can be held liable."

Had to give the place a zero for last night, I have drank in the Fox before and would rate the experience at a 7 or 8.

Avoid the place at all costs if the grumpy manager/chef is working. If the owner of this place reads this, get rid of the guy, he obviously does not want to work in the pub game.

17 Aug 2006 11:33

The Market Trader, Aldgate

A stones throw ftom Aldgate, Aldgate East & Liverpool Street Stations. Reasonabley priced for the city. Great staff, Missues & Guv'nor always very friendly. Screens everywhere for the big game.

Mixed clientele, regulars, builders & suits.

Plus quite a nice Thai resturant that do a take away service.

Cannot beleive it is not already listed on BITE.

14 Mar 2006 14:33

The Gloucester Arms, Marylebone

Dear All,

Raise a glass to The Gloucester Arms and all who sailed in.

I regret to inform you that the school for the privileged next door,
has purchased the pub and from 31/05/2005. They will be converting
this lovely hostelry into a pile of rubble.

Not sure where to recommend, nearby I might go for the Alsop if there�s a few of you.

Small one, The Feathers.
Cheap one, The Metropole
Yuppie one, The Volunteer
Thai one, The Hob Goblin

Otherwise, I�d send you south of the Marylebone Road.

Cheers!!!!

4 Jun 2005 02:44