The Market Porter, Borough

Not sure why this was voted BITE pub of the year. Yes its selection of beers is excellent, offering good choice for everyone, but when it gets crowded it becomes like any other London pub - unbearable.

Do the BITE staff all live in London? I think they should be travelling further afield and find something a little more original, though I suppose it does depend on what your definition of a pub is. Comfortable is a word I use to define a great pub and I just don't feel comfortable in the Market Porter.

29 Jun 2006 14:14

The Narrow Street Pub & Dining Room, Limehouse

Surprisingly good venue. I say 'surprisingly' because this is yet another gastro pub, the type that have taken over London. However the Eurobeers on tap are a delight and the food really is very good. Even the packets of lobster crisps behind the bar are special!

As has already been described the river views are fantastic and the dining area is quite classy.

Add this to your list for your Narrow Street pub crawl.

29 Jun 2006 13:56

The Grapes, Limehouse

My current local, and what a local! The great thing about the grapes is that it rarely attracts the suits and tourists that frequent the more obvious places on the river. Good beer though the staff are a bit slow. Great little balcony out the back that sits over the river and with a gentle breeze it's a great place to watch the tide come in.

Restaurant upstairs specialises in sea food and the battered plaice I had is the BEST I have ever had. Be warned though, it's expensive. Downstairs does pub grub at normal prices.

29 Jun 2006 13:44