Owen M.

Review of The Actress & Bishop

09 May 08, 18:36

Ain't half bad

This pub is pretty nice, it's a good location - it's not as far from the centre as you'd think

It was a nice atmosphere, pretty friendly and reasonably priced

Give it a go

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Review of The Jamhouse

07 May 08, 20:37

Jools in the Jool...ery quarter

... you see... cos the the jewelery quarter... and Jools Holland's bar... get it?

This is a fantastic bar for a night out, the location and and entry cost keeps the riff raff out - so you can have a very pleasant night out

The service is friendly, theres live music and i'm told the foods good as well

If you want to get away from Broad Street - you'd be making a good choice

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Review of Mash House

07 May 08, 20:30

Mmmmmm

Here you will find very tasty proper food and friendly service in a nice location

Its all pick and mix, which can be a bit overwhelming, but don't fret... you can't go far wrong with meat, mash and gravy

Well worth a go

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Review of Grosvenor Casino

04 May 08, 15:22

You'll lose like everywhere else...

As casinos go, it is a pleasant place to lose money

It has a bit of an airport lounge feel to it when you get in, very clean and

There are plenty of tables to get on, but no poker tournaments here

Worth a look if you like losing weight (pounds)

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Review of Mechu Drinking Dancing Dining

04 May 08, 15:06

Is it good though... really

This bar is very well presented, there is plenty of space but something just isn't right

I can sum it up in my bathroom experience here...

The freshen-up guy in the gents really didn't get the fact, that i was capable of washing my own hands and that he needed to move if i was going to get to the hand drier. I know we're all used to finding ways around freshen-up guy, but this one was determined, he just wasn't gonna let it fly... what really got to me was that he was hiding one of those blade hand driers, that are ten times better than than the paper towels that he has pilfered from the cubicals!

Apply this rule of thumb to the rest of the place and thats meechu, fine if you like to waste money for nothing... but rubbish if you want good value and self-respect

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Review of The Old Joint Stock

03 May 08, 12:59

Echo....

This place is stunning, you walk in and immediately think... "i can't afford it here"... But you can!

They serve real ales and at reasonable prices

And you know its not a weatherspoons cos there is far too much space not being used above your head! It is is an old theatre and has a great atmosphere

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Review of The Living Room

01 May 08, 18:54

If you can get in...

... it's a pretty nice bar, at the weekend you will face a very strict door policy which involves being a female... and NO its not worth the snip!

Its great if you fancy an up-market meal during the day, but its a bit too exclusive on an evening if you ask me... the prices are enough to deture roughians

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Review of Apres

01 May 08, 14:40

What a good idea

You have had a great idea to go to this bar / restaurant, congrats... you'll enjoy it

The prices are all very reasonable, the pizzas are fantastic and the memories worth it

You can't go wrong here!

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Review of Tin Tin Cantonese Restaurant

01 May 08, 14:27

Pretty good that

Everytime i have eaten here, i haven't been disapointed

The service is polite, there is plenty of room and the food tastes good

I heard they did takeaway lunchs as well, but i never got round to it... MSGs aren't a good idea for lunch generally

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Review of Eat

01 May 08, 14:11

Health Vs Price

Hmmmmm Hm Hmmm

The food here is good, its great, the soups in particular with a wedge of fresh bread

It all tastes great and i'm pretty sure it is good for you as well

But, you're gonna pay for it!

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Review of Handmade Burger Co.

30 Apr 08, 20:24

Bllaaaghhh

Thats one noise you might be making after your homemade burger experience... i will say though, many of my friends disagree

I found my burger to be very stodgy and felt a bit bloated and sick afterwards... not my cup of tea, but it might be yours

Isn't this the most usefull review ever?

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Review of Tap & Spile

30 Apr 08, 20:05

Real Ale - Good Times

Yes! Real ales, reasonable prices and good times

You'll find just the right spot somewhere in this 3 story quirky pub

Definately worth a visit

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Review of Red

30 Apr 08, 19:24

Oooh, its loud!

Nice bar this, alittle pricey - but very comfortable and friendly

Only thing is, i've only ever been there on a friday/saturday night and i did think the music was too loud for such a small watering hole.

Thanks for the memories, but i don't fancy tinitus

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Review of Figure Of Eight

30 Apr 08, 18:06

Beer Garden In The City

This is a fairly standard city pub when you walk in, everything is well priced and a little shabby... untill you get into the garden!

In the height of summer, you would be excused in forgetting your in a city... theres plenty of green and its away from the stale air of the city

Not so good if you don't like pollen

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Review of The Birmingham Academy

30 Apr 08, 13:38

Theres room for music

At the end of the day, if you like the band - chances are that you're going anyway, but don't be put off by the place...

This is an alright venue, it has plenty of space and is even two-tiered - but a bit grim if you don't like the act on-stage!

It seems well kept, and the bar staff are on the ball

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Review of Bullring Shopping Centre

29 Apr 08, 19:04

Ooooh, not on a saturday!

This is a very big and well kept shopping centre, plenty of shops, big brands, i'm sure you could find anything if you have the time.

But, it is very popular and not a great experience on a saturday afternoon if you don't like the hussle and bussle of sweaty hoards - when you may have to queue to get on the escalator!

Still, in the morning or evening it is very pleasant.

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Review of Pitcher & Piano

29 Apr 08, 18:55

A Nice Bar

This bar is very pallettable, it is well kept - the service is better than you expect and it is very comfortable in off-peak hours

However, on a friday or saturday night - the place is packed and very difficult to get served and stuffy

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Review of Umberto Giannini

29 Apr 08, 18:38

Got Hair?

... this place will cut it for money

This is a very professional salon, you'll get looked after, conversation, a glass of water and a good barnet

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Review of Restaurant Bar A Jee

29 Apr 08, 18:30

Curry!

Well, the service is friendy and the food tasty...

The only worrying thing was that the curry looked like it was re-heated, but i haven't had any tummy trouble :)

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Review of The Sports Cafe

29 Apr 08, 18:30

Its not a cafe...

It is a great place for pool with some mates (can’t say I’ve played all by myself) and to catch the football / rugby with some cheap beer... but smells a bit like sick

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Review of All Bar One

29 Apr 08, 18:28

All Bar One

This is a great place for a quick drink with friends.

You will get good service, smiles all round and the pesto burger is very tasty

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Review of Sainsbury's Local

29 Apr 08, 18:26

Handy Food Shop

Very handy little store, being open till 11pm an’ all. However, the thing that has left me a bit sour is that they abruptly stopped selling Tarramasalata :( apologies if i can't spell

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