The Bridge House, Paddington

Mixed feelings about the Bridge House. Popped in at 4pm on a Sunday. Great location and good atmosphere. Ale well kept & served. Food also good, although several menu options weren't available - veggie platter? How difficult can it be? Went again on a Friday night. Oh dear. 2 of our 4 managed to get their food within an hour, chips missing from one meal. After a further half an hour had to cancel the other 2 meals. Was rudely told by the barman that he was serving food (to some lucky punter) and I was to go and wait down by the till. Asked for the manager who never appeared and eventually got refund. Went on to the Warrington which was a different story altogether. Friendly, efficient staff - bar menu served within 10 minutes. Until the Bridge House sort out their staff & kitchen problems I'll go to the Warrington instead.

22 Jan 2011 12:36

Bull, Ditchling

After a long walk on the Downs I was looking forward to a good lunch & a pint in the great outside space this pub has. The pint was ok, Timothy Taylors. Good temperature and taste.
As for the food, my veggie companions had whole Camambert oven-cooked in it's box with a tomato/apricot salsa and ciabatta. They said it was great but could do with a bit more bread. And at �8.50 was quite reasonable.
I ordered saddle of lamb with stuffing, roast potatoes and vegetables. The 'saddle' was actually 2 thin slices and the whole meal was lukewarm. For �12.50 I'd expected better. Banoffee pie was great and gooey, however another dessert (I forget the name) was advertised with a biscuit but they'd run out. This wasn't mentioned when ordering.
Ok pub, but will try somewhere else for food next time.

16 Jul 2007 11:20

The Gun, Coldharbour

Tried to book table on terrace. Was told they don't do that on the weekend. Got there to find tables reserved. Grrr.
Went for Sunday lunch. Ordered lamb. Was given beef with horseradish. When I pointed this out I was told rudely 'That's lamb'.
I've heard from too many people now about the dreadful attitude & service. What a shame.
Go to the Prospect of Whitby in Wapping instead. Great views, good beer, good service.

15 Aug 2006 12:53