The Bank, Bristol

Whilst the beer has been good on my recent visits it seems other aspects are changing. Walking towards the pub this Saturday I could hear loud music from the main road, as I approached, it was clear it was coming from the pub. I walked on by. This was shortly after noon.

It's not the first time I've thought twice about going In because of the loud music, but the first time I've avoided the place.

The clientele are now tending toward the low-slung pants, studenty type brigade which probably explains the loud music, but someone is responsible for the over loud music and its not the public.

If the bank continues on this path then it's going to fall off the radar for beer lovers quite rapidly.

10 Jun 2012 12:07

The Jolly Sailor, Saltford

A recent visit on a Thursday evening revealed all tables taken by diners. On approaching the bar a distinct whiff of vinegar was rising, the vinegary stench of stale beer and a poor cleaning regime behind the bar. Most off-putting.

I was served a very ordinary pint of Butcome and a glass of draught coke which cost almost the same as a pint of beer.

A couple at a nearby table covered up their half-finished meal with napkins and proceeded to fill up on bread.

I've been visiting here since Roger was the Landlord, but this was the Jolly Sailor at its most soulless, given over mostly to diners who did not seem to be entirely enjoying their meals.

3 Apr 2012 10:29