The Monksbrook, Chandlers Ford

Ale recently improved - noticed they have a cask marque now, could do with a rotating guest though. Better visited during the summer to take advantage of the beer garden though as the pub is usually as musty as a barbequed monkey's armpit.

20 Feb 2006 00:35

The Tudor Rose, Romsey

Looks intimidating but a very friendly crowd in there. Excellent beer too. I occasionally pop in when visiting Romsey - despite not being a regular I always get a acknowledging nod from the landlord. Was sad to hear the landlady was in hospital at my last visit. I wish her good health.

20 Feb 2006 00:30

The Old House at Home, Romsey

Used to regularly visit this pub - food is of good quality, beer is well tended. Have been put off by a rather draconian policy with regards to food orders at busy times which shows a complete lack of business sense not to mention courtesy. After finding a table in the dining area I was told that they couldn't serve food as they were fully booked (?). No effort to squeeze us in was made - (despite already being sat down) would have been happy waiting for an hour for what would have been two simple meals. Instead went to a nearby busy restaurant that was happy to make room for us.

20 Feb 2006 00:27