Shakespeare, Stoke Newington

After frequenting the shakespeare two days ago i can confirm pizza's are back.
The bar staff seemed quite proficient and friendly and greeted me with a smile. makes a change in this day n age.
After having a brief chat with the manager, a young bloke, he informed me of the rationale behind the pizza saga, (more greedy pizzeria owner than greedy bar staff here i detect).
Pricing here is a little expensive yes but to be honest I've found it hard to find a pint under three quid in stokey of late. In bars that i frequent anyway. Unfortunate though it is!
The manager explained to me the common misconception people have with regards to prices of Czech imported lagers. He blamed the cost of duty paid to customs as argument for three pound pints and said litovel in Czech sold for similar prices in Czech as star and other known pilsners. so why not here. But also made clear that the company set pricing structures.
I had a Litovel which seemed in good order and there seemed to be plenty of ale being downed contrary to previous messages.
The manager invited everyone inside at eleven for a late drink and the pub was positively busy.
Unfortunately the juke box was not free and a little quiet but all in all a nice atmosphere.
On leaving the manager directed me to the "late door" and wished me a safe journey home.
Summarizing, nice local boozer, no frills, genuine manager.
I shall be returning soon to sample my first pickled egg.

14 Jul 2007 20:39