The Duke of Kent, Ealing

As a local resident I have watched with dismay at the ruination of this once great pub. We have constantly re-tried this pub in the hope that the new management might have sorted it out, but alas no.

I revisited yesterday with some out of town friends, even though we had previously black-listed this place. They were amazed by the look of the place, and I agreed, saying however that there is always something that ruins the experience. And it was no different again.

We arrived at around 2pm. We were informed that there were 0 roast dinners left by the female staff member. This was amazing, even to her, as the pub was not busy, and she admitted there were only 3 food tickets waiting to be prepared. Also amazing as they proclaim to "serve food all day".

There was also to be over a one hour wait for any other menu item. How this could be so with so few people eating I dont know.

We immediately gave up and went to another establishment. As someone else states in another review, they are clearly not prepared to serve the people that come.

rated this 0, would have given the staff 1 point for being honest, but its just not enough anymore.

do yourself a favour and avoid completely.

15 Sep 2008 13:17

The Barley Mow, Shoreditch

Nice on the outside, and an old man grittiness on the inside, but thats about as good as it got. The choice of beer was good, but the Adnams was horrible and the Pride not much better. The bar girl needs a lesson in how to poor a pint of Guinness. Two old blokes at the bar who were nice enough to tell us what they thought of us visiting "their bar". Plenty of better pubs in the area.

11 Apr 2008 09:28

Crown, Cuddington

Had a fantastic lunch here today. Lamb roast to die for, one of the best i've experienced in years. Lovely quaint pub, nice atmosphere, and excellent staff who are fun and friendly.

Lost a point for being a Fullers pub with an average selection of beers. Otherwise this place is near on perfect for a Sunday lunch.

Highly recommend it.

9 Mar 2008 18:21