Ruth's reviews
Review of The Original Oak
02 Oct 07, 23:00
Not all that Original.. 
...but good fun all the same. The Original Oak in Headingley is another sprawling student pub type affair, with seemingly endless rooms and floors (there probably aren't really that many, but after several drinks it seems inevitable you'll get lost looking for the loo) and a huge beer garden with picnic tables and barbecue that is immensely popular in the summer months. Various drinks promotions and offers available, and a good food menu- one of the nicest pubs I've eaten at in Leeds. Heaving when the sport is showing. A good place to stop for a pint when it's sunny and you are feeling sociable.
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Review of The Pack Horse
02 Oct 07, 20:34
Horsing Around 
Over the road from The Library and surrounded by takeaways, The Packhorse pub can be found. A curious arrangement of odd little rooms, sometimes it can be hard to find your mates at first, but it's worth it. Another pub featuring a mix of slightly rowdy first year students (often in costume and taking part in the notorious Otley Run pub crawl), twenty somethings who like to get just as wrecked but minus the silly outfits, and the inevitable drunken old men, it's good for a cheap pint with mates. They serve food like any good public house which is fine but other local pubs seem superior in this department, so eat elsewhere and go on the lash here. Quality gigs are put on upstairs, by various promoters, and there are also other rooms upstairs available to hire for parties and likewise. A good start to a night out as it's close to the town centre to walk.
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Review of The Library
02 Oct 07, 20:25
A Library with a difference
The Library pub is large, cheap and had a previous reputation to be 'chavvy'- but the opening of the upstairs room as a gig venue seems to be definitely changing this attitude. As a 'Scream' pub, members are entitled to discounted pints- a card can be obtained from the bar for a measly pound to get involved with this. The few gigs I've attended there so far have been ace, well populated with some decent local acts gracing the stage. Fairly studenty downstairs, like much of the surrounding establishments, but cheerful and friendly. Food is served with 2 for 1 deals on some dishes and the meals are tasty and satisfying. Part of many a popular pub crawl around this area, so expect the lairy crowd in fancy dress on a weekend.
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Review of Old Kings Arms
02 Oct 07, 20:17
King of pubs
It may be a bit of a trek for those only familiar with the city centre, but the odd venture to this funny 'local' pub in quaint Horsforth proves quite enjoyable every now and again. It's basically a very traditional pub, with an eclectic mix of people who are probably too young to drink and those who are probably too old to still be drinking the amount they seem to consume. Besides this, the atmosphere is quite friendly, though there is quite a cliquey vibe some nights. Fridays can get very busy, as it's often first stop for the locals before a jaunt to town to hit the clubs. Booze is reasonably priced. They also serve food, which this reviewer is yet to sample but others assure her it is very palatable. If you find yourself in this neck of the woods give it a whirl- just avoid the pub over the road (The Black Bull)- the clientelle can be quite hostile at times.
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Review of Dry Dock
02 Oct 07, 19:39
Man overboard
...is what they might say when someone who's had one too many stumbles out of this boat-shaped joint in a drunken haze. Easy enough to do on a Tuesday night, when all pints are a quid and the bar is open til 2am. In my experience the beer doesn't taste amazing, but its cheap enough and the outside deck seating area is very pleasant on the right evening. It can get stiflingly busy, particularly on a Tuesday and weekends, and the crowd often seems very young, and sometimes a tad alternative, but the quirky factor of having a beer on a boat is worth this. Located close to the Met university, this is one to check out for a fun evening with friends.
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Review of The Royal Park
02 Oct 07, 19:26
The Royal Park Pub
Set slap bang in the middle of Hyde Park, The Royal Park is a cheap, cheerful, reasonable sized pub serving good food of the traditional pub menu style (same food chain as several of the pubs in the neighbouring area) There is also seating outside for smokers, though food can only be eaten inside. Live music is also prominent in Th Royal Park Cellars, a cosy humid venue found underneath the pub with decent sound and crowd. There are new pool tables, quiz machine and so on, and Friday nights are the highlight with the infamous Royal Park Karaoke, which is always worth a laugh and gains a sizeable crowd. Down to earth and fun.
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Review of Angel Inn
02 Oct 07, 19:09
Angelic prices 
The Angel Inn is tucked snugly between another (less impressive, in this reviewers humble opinion) pub and a shop on busy Briggate, Leeds, but a secret hideaway it is not. A very traditional style pub, they serve Samuel Smiths lager, bitter and cider on tap for uber cheap prices. A popular spot for after work/uni drinking, you may struggle to grab a table on Friday nights when the place is often packed to the rafters. The decor may at first seem a little dodgy but in reality it has a cosy charm about it. A odd mixture of students and drunk old men, there is not a hint of pretention about it and this place is always worth a visit for a decent pint.
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Review of Faversham
02 Oct 07, 18:54
Frolics at the Fav
A trendy, lively venue, The Faversham hosts a variety of nights catering for different tastes, including Friday's New Bohemia, featuring tunes and artists from hip hop and related genres, Bad Sneakers, an indie/rock club night with the added attraction of live bands on a Saturday, and a plethora of other weekly and monthly gigs and clubnights. There are several rooms including a conservatory with comfy sofas and dim lighting and delicious food is served during the day. Bar prices, though, are not cheap, but there is a good selection of beers and cocktails and the occasional deal for the discerning drinker. It may be located worryingly close to the university, but think haircuts, rather than scruffy: sharp dressers are welcomed here, especially on the 'indie' nights. Still a good atmosphere and a heaving dancefloor always make for a good night out here.
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