Anthony's reviews
Review of Fire and Stone
20 May 07, 13:11
Resonable Pizza Restaurant 
This is a large split level restaurant mainly based at basement level. Its decorated in a contemporary style. Seating downstairs has almost taken on the wagamama ethos where you are sat very close to other dinners on one long padded seat, however unlike wagamama the tables are separate. The only food on offer is pizza (and salads) however you'd be hard pushed to find a restaurant with a larger selection! Within the menu the pizzas are sectioned off into areas of the world that inspired them leading to a wide variety of choice. Prices are reasonable for the Covent Garden area with some good deals available. The pizzas were of a high quality and service was efficient and friendly.
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Review of The Metropolitan Bar
19 May 07, 20:59
Another Wetherspoons, another disaster 
There is something telling about a pub which advertises itself with bright blue neon lights. Situated literally right outside Baker Street Tube Station, the Metropolitan is another example of why Wetherspoons should be closed. Spacious yes, cheap yes, but at the same time, this place is a prime example of how an open plan, brightly lit, pub can have absolutely no charm. Every time I've been into this pub, I've come away feeling uncomfortable and fed up. Wetherspoons staff never seem to be even remotely interested in their work, or willing to talk to you longer than is necessary, and yet again this place is the same. Factory line pubs... avoid them.
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Review of Bar Selon
17 May 07, 18:13
Small Cosy Hampstead Bar
This is a cosy small bar in West Hampstead. It has a Mediterranean feel and is quite different to most bars in the surrounding area. It always seems to have a steady stream of customers but is never overly crowded. There are a couple of screens showing sports but it doesn't attract the rowdy sports crowds. The main larger on tap is Budweiser Budwar plus there is a large selection of bottled beers and lagers as well as a range of wines. The staff are friendly and the service quick. The prices aren't particularly cheap however it's worth the premium for the relaxing atmosphere. There is also a small light meal menu too.
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Review of The Railway
16 May 07, 19:20
Average West Hampstead Pub
This is a fairly average pub serving the usual array of beers, wines and spirits as well as pub food. The food is nothing special however it is acceptable for the price and there is quite a large menu too. Beer prices are good especially compared the nearby pubs and although the clientèle can be a bit rough, there never seems to be any trouble. The staff are always friendly and helpful and I've found them to be very efficient even during busy periods - which means there's never too long a wait at the bar.
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Review of Allsop Arms
14 May 07, 18:05
Average pub. Good for food and television
There's been a few times that I've popped into the Allsop Arms, and whilst the experiences were memorable, it was more due to World Cup football or test Cricket than due to the pub. As far as pubs go, this place is relatively average. You can always rely on tolerable beer and good food, but it's one majorly redeeming feature is the big screens. Often packed for sporting occasions by "suits", you can always rely on a good enough experience in this pub. Just don't bother when it's quiet. An average pub, which improves when packed with customers.
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Review of La Brioche
12 May 07, 19:58
Likeable Cafe with Celebrity Customers 
This a likeable neighbourhood cafe offering a selection of coffees, teas and other hot drinks as well as a selection of light meals including sandwiches, soups and omelette's. There is also a decent selection of reasonably priced wines. The staff are friendly and the place has a rustic continental feel. An enjoyable place to enjoy brunch or a light lunch. It even has the odd celebrity customer too!
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Review of Bierodrome
11 May 07, 23:32
Better than most weatherspoons
Theres quite a few bierodromes in london. This one on Clapham High Street is a good one but not the best I've been too. Beirodromes are just a higher quality weatherspoons and what makes a good one stand out from the rest of the chain establishments is if the place has any character. This one doesnt really have anything different about it but I know the yound trendy crowd of clapham like it so if you want to go to a reliable bar on a night out, go here.
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Review of Shakespeares Globe Theatre
11 May 07, 16:09
Pretentious, but still one great day out.
There's something truely mindblowing about visiting the Globe Theatre. Built on the bank of the Thames, next to Tate Modern, the Globe has staged both Shakespearean and modern plays for many years now. A fascinating venue, it never fails to disappoint. Yet, for all it's glory, the one amusing aspect of it is it's lack of real solid realism. The original Globe, a place for the every day Tudor peasant to go, has been almost perfectly reconstructed, albeit with more fire exits, however the ease of the every day man to attend has been cut down as seats cost varying prices, focused around the £20 mark. True there is standing for a fiver, but so often with the Globe, you must learn to book far in advance or risk being turned away. Added to this, an air of smug about the place, and it isn't difficult to find yourself feeling somewhat ostrocised by your surroundings. Despite this however, once settled in, over priced can of Fosters in hand, and awaiting the show, you can't help but feeling in awe of your surroundings and the miracle of the play infront of you. Not necessarily an easy venue to visit, but definately worth that extra effort.
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Review of Savvis Kebab House
11 May 07, 09:58
An absolute dive
There is no way to really praise Savvi's Kebab House. Laid out like it's someone's front room, the place is a very turgid and unpleasant affair with dire food at average prices. It feels like the effort hasn't been put in and the food just tastes awful. It's a miracle this place makes any money, and whoever came up iwht the design is nuts. It's an absolute abomination of a takeaway.
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Review of Ikea
08 May 07, 17:51
Big Ikea Superstore
This Ikea has only been open for a few years. It was the store that had riot when it open offering massive opening day discounts. So I was expecting something bad. What I found was a clean and pleasant Ikea. It had a largw Cafe, Creche and a big car park. The staff were friendly and useful although you need a map to navigate the floors its that big. The downside of this place is its still a mile away from the nearest tube (Tottenham Hale) so its best to get a bus there.
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