The Rochester Castle, Stoke Newington

Typical huge Wetherspoons pub really. Bit grimy and dirty around the edges. Was there last night and the service was painfully slow. It would have been quicker to get a drink by raising the Titanic and seeing if there were any left in the saloon. Nice little suntrap of a beer garden though, although it's not particularly huge. Interesting mix of customers too, not just your stereotypical Wetherspoons regulars.

17 Jun 2008 15:05

The Birdcage, Stoke Newington

Nice pub, but as others have commented, it is a bit on the pricey side. The bar staff are friendly, although the manager seems a bit on the surly side, but perhaps it was just an 'off night'. Nice atmosphere with some quiet corners for more intimate conversations. The music quiz on a Tuesday is good fun and Mel the quiz mistress does an excellent job with it. Just wish we'd win it once in a while.

18 May 2008 15:23

Auld Shillelagh, Stoke Newington

Great little pub, and I mean little!! It does stretch back a bit. Lovely panelled interior, great beers, friendly and efficient bar staff, various football matches on different screens, and fantastic beer garden. You really can't lose.

10 May 2008 15:52