Nice hidden pub in a terrible area (the arse end of Holloway), not a massive place but frequently full. Outdoor but covered, gas heated seating and over priced food. Drinks include Fuller's-Honey dew, ESB, HSB, London Pride, Adnam's-The Bitter, Fruli (strawberry), Leffe, Erdinger, Hoegarden, Litovel-Classic and Premium Czech lager and the usual crap. The staff here are generally rude and unpleasant. Odd opening hours too, regularly closed for no apparent reason. Don't think the owners realise its a pub that serves food, instead of a restaurant with a pub bar
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Here are a few facts about the swimmer: It is the nicest little pub in the immediate area. It has a lovely old interior. The food is apparently good. The selection of beer and ales is superior, especially the honeydew on tap.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, It's also expensive and unbelievably unfriendly. Every time I go, it's either packed to the rafters or like a morgue. The staff are surly and bored-looking either way. The toilets are also exceptionally tiny and a bit smelly.
Muster up your courage and walk a bit further up towards islington for the Bailey or the Hen and Chickens, or go the other way and head to st john or the landseer. More likely, run back to finsbury park with your tail between your legs and pop into the fullback...