Alex's reviews
Review of Chiltern FM
11 Apr 08, 22:11
Radio station for Herts, Beds, & Bucks 
This radio station is one of two Chiltern Radio's in the area - this one on 97.6FM and the other on 96.9FM. Both play "Today's Best Mix", but this one is targetted at Beds, Herts & Bucks, while the other concentrates more on Bedford and surrounding towns.
The station allows you to wake up with Gaz & Babs at Breakfast and drive home with the very funny Richard Straffon. Not quite as good a listen as the other Chiltern, but they do claim an admirable second place.
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Review of Litten Tree
11 Apr 08, 22:07
Average Litten Tree... 
This is your standard Litten Tree chain bar... It's popular in the evening before moving on to a club venue, so can get quite noisy, but if you're looking for somewhere for a drink before you head out for the evening then this could be the place for you.
They also have a DJ most evenings to give the place a bit of an atmosphere.
The drinks prices are average, and whilst not as cheap as a Wetherspoons, are still lower than independent prices.
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Review of Hobgoblin
11 Apr 08, 22:04
something a bit different...
This pub is popular with the student population of Bedford, in particular the 'alternative' type as it plays a variety of rock/indie music and themed events.
The pub offers a massive range of drinks, even down to their FIVE different varieties of vodka - so expect to be asked questions even if you just want a "vodka and coke"! Busy of an evening but quiet in the daytimes.
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Review of Autoglass UK
11 Apr 08, 21:57
Windscreen experts!
This is the home of the Windscreen people, who are really friendly! If you ever have a chip in your windscreen they are the people to fix it, because they advertise that they can do it for free without affecting your insurance/no claims discount which is a real bonus!
And if the worst DOES happen, which happened to a friend, they are really quick to replace it and more than happy to help explain how everything works. In terms of reassurance, you couldn't ask for more!
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Review of The Engineer
11 Apr 08, 21:54
Brilliant little pub! 
The Engineer is a really well-run pub in this little Hertfordshire town. Given the size of the town it is always surprisingly busy, though you can usually find a table, or failing that prop yourself up at the bar where you will find the bar staff more than happy to chat to you about your day or life in general!
The food is of a really good quality and reasonably priced too, given most of the locals commute to London and would happily pay London prices for their meals.
There is a fair selection of beer and the toilets are always really clean.
All in all, a really good pub, top night out, and the regular Tuesday quiz nights are a good laugh!
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Review of Subway
11 Apr 08, 21:51
Subway is the healthier option...
This branch of subway is located between the major nightspots in Bedford and the train station which means it is often very popular of an evening, especially at weekends, with locals who feel the need for some nourishment after a night out but before the journey home.
Thankfully the staff go about their jobs diligently and the food they produce is of a good Subway standard.
Can also get busy during the week at lunchtimes.
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Review of Subway
11 Apr 08, 21:49
Eat Fresh here!
After a nigth out in Bedford sometimes you don't feel like a kebab and the only thing that will make you feel better is a Subway, so thank heavens there are TWO branches in central Bedford!
Not only restricted to night times, Subway is also a popular lunchtime choice for the working population of Bedford which means this store can be busy during peak hours, but the staff do their job as quickly as possible and are very patient - even in the evening when dealing with drunk customers, hats off to them!
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Review of McDonald's Restaurants
11 Apr 08, 21:47
central and handy when hungry!
This branch of McDonalds has recently been refurbished so it looks quite appealing from the outside.
The menu is the standard McDonalds Menu and the staff are what you'd expect - a mix of young people and foreign workers. This means they often get your order wrong so check what you buy when you get your order!
Usually very clean though and can't fault the food compared to other McDonalds restuarants!
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Review of Malu's Restaurant
11 Apr 08, 21:44
Excellent Indian Food!
Malu's is a really good place to go for a night out if you fancy an Indian, not only because the food is good and the place is well kitted out, but because they also have an onsite DJ AND a free limo service to take you where you want to go!
What other restaurants can you get a free limo ride to/from?! The staff are always friendly and more than willing to help.
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Review of Homebase
11 Apr 08, 21:40
Handy for DIY needs...
This branch of Homebase is one of the larger stores and contains everything you will need if you're tackling some DIY at home - whether you need timber, paint or screws. There is also a large section for your garden so even if you're not DIY-orientated you can find something for you, and if you CAN'T find what you're looking for the staff are very helpful.
I usually go in aiming to buy one thing and come out having bought considerably more than I'd planned to!
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