The Nags Head, Walthamstow

Ive been to the Nags many times over the years, for a while it was my local, and for a while a good friend of mine worked behind the bar, so I have some had some good times there, I really like the garden it is probably the one of the best places to spend a summer evening in the Stow.
But aside from that, I really dont feel the pub deserves the success it gets, the decor leaves a lot to be desired, and all too often Ive had a duff pint (which is always expensive when compared to other local pubs), and I have to say the overall atmosphere lacks something mainly because the landlady sucks the enjoyment out of the place, I often think that the clients are an annoyance to her, she is usually grumpy and you have never seen so many signs telling what you cant do.
I would urge anyone wanting a pint in Walthamstow to try elsewhere......unless its a sunny afternoon.

18 May 2012 11:36

The Goose, Walthamstow

I go into this pub every now and then for a quick pint either on my way out for a night or on my way home because it is so handy for the station, unfortunately it seems that I always quickly regret the decision and drink my pint as quickly as I can because it isn't a nice place to spend any time.
It is one of those typically bland budget chain pubs that should have had a makeover 10 years ago which sells a mediocre beer at very cheap prices and had a clientele to match.
I find Godsons comment that it is becoming Walthamstow's premier pub frankly laughable.

18 May 2012 11:19

Light Bar, Shoreditch

I have been here a couple of times now and can only say that they dont have enough staff on the bar so expect to wait 20 mins or more to get a drink and expect that staff to be rude when you get there, you will then be ripped off, because they charge top end prices.

There is a campaign to save the light bar from developers, I say bin the bar, save the building.

17 Mar 2008 11:02