The Fishers Pond, Eastleigh

There is no avoiding the fact that the pub has a slight "chain" feel to it because it is a part of the vintage inns chain. Having said that it is big, clean and has a nice ambience as well as some nice ales (including Doombar - yum). The food is okay and usually served quickly and the staff are fantastic with children and adults alike. We have always felt very welcome here and have no problem recommending it as a place to go.

9 Jun 2013 15:01

The Elgin, Ladbroke Grove

I visited this pub with my girlfriend on a Friday lunchtime and we had a fantastic time. The bar staff were helpful, cheerful and polite and the Doombar was going down very well. The decor and cleanliness all round were fantastic and the sport on the TV was watchable (for those who wanted to) but unobtrusive. We ate lunch here, rather than move on, after we saw a couple of plates being taken out to another table. We moved from the bar to the restauranty type bit which was really nice. The wait for food was short and when it arrived it was hot and absolutely delicious. The toilets were immaculate and some of the locals were hilarious. Highly, highly recommended.

16 Jul 2011 07:05