The Volunteer, Baker Street

Having recently visited The Volunteer I have to admit that I was really pleasantly surprised having visited it 12 months earlier. The decor is subtle and not overwhelming which sets a great atmosphere, the bar is stocked full of a fantastic range of beers and wines, so much so that my first run in with Friuli lasted for the best part of the day (and it was only supposed to be a quick stop off). The food menu was absolutely supperb, I must time my next visit to coincide with their sunday lunch. The ambience was relaxed and informal and due to its location has the perfect set up as a meeting place, a stop of from Regents Park or a place to go and spend an entire afternoon and evening. The lighting also lends itself to a fantastic date pub too.

As for the staff, I have absolutely no complaints, always attentive and kind, I had each beer poured with a smile. Always keen to divluge history of the pub or extensive information of the beers and wines, you will not come across a more informed manageress than the one at The Volunteer. I can't wait to get back!!!

22 May 2006 10:38