The Half Moon, Harrow

good food, nice people and friendly service.

old fashioned pub not trying to be a wine bar/restaurant with enjoyable entertainment in the evenings.

what more do you want from a local.

8 Apr 2009 19:55

Cafe Cafe, Harrow On The Hill

I have lived on the hill for 4 years now and have been to cafe cafe on a number of occasions; I must say that after my experience today I will not be returning.

The first time I went there I was happy to see that they had tables out side; I am a dog owner and it's sometimes nice to grab a drink on the way home. I have done this occasionally over the 4 year period with no problems; in fact I was there last week. Today my wife and I went there for a quick drink with my dog and all seemed well. I ordered the drinks at the bar; I went out to get my wallet which I left out side. A few second later a woman from the bar came out and aggressively told us we would have to leave as dogs are not allowed around the tables. I asked her is this a new rule as we have been there with the dog on a number of occasions. She said "well I haven't seen you here before and I am the manager so you have to go - or you can tie your dog up to the lamp post and have your drinks". Luckily I had not paid for the drinks and I told her to forget it and left.

The point here is noting to do with my dog being allowed to sit outside with me it�s to do with the management.
If there is a policy in place then you would expect it to be consistent and all employees to be aware of it. Apart from today we have never been challenged in 4 years. In fact the members of staff have often petted my dog. I was surprised that this person was the manager as her manner and attitude was so rude aggressive. I do hope that she is new and doesn't last too long there as I fear that she will damage custom. I wish I knew her boss as I would very much like to tell them of my experience, any help with this would be much appreciated.

21 Jul 2008 19:22