Sabrina C.

Review of U C I

25 Apr 08, 16:21

Tamworth Odeon

Formally U.C.I.

Very much an 'as expected' cinema.

Nothing special about this price. Since being taken over they have had some newer seats fitted but if you want the 10 inches more leg room then expect to pay for it.

My advice is to take a drive and go elsewhere.

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Review of Showcase Cinema

25 Apr 08, 16:18

The Showcase

..They show films. Which is in essence is what you need from a cinema. They also sell the usual array of popcorn, sweets and drinks.

However the place seems in need of a refit with old creaky chairs and I am not sure if it is just me, but I find i need to sit my coat!

Overall as an experience it lacks some of the sparkle of its newer competitors.

As Expected!

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Review of Old Orleans

25 Apr 08, 16:12

A relaxed and friendly place for food

This is a lovely Old Orelans that benefits from being in a lovely big building with seperate dining areas. One of which even has a lovely open fire.

The food is not bad. not wonderful, but overall decent enough. Go for the atmosphere!

The prices are not bad and the portions are pretty big. They also have offers on certain nights such as 2 for 1's and there is a car park to the rear.

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Review of The Shed

25 Apr 08, 14:27

A great student hang out

The shed is a great place to hang out between lectures or enjoy dinner with your housemates.

Its also a great place to start the evening with reasonable drinks prices.

A home away from home you will see many students even choosing to hold their meetings here!

In the summer the customers spill out onto the outside benches and enjoy relaxing near the water. All in all an experience not to be missed.

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Review of Bassetts Pole

24 Apr 08, 17:04

A good choice for sunday lunch

Refurbished a little over a year ago this pub looks great!

It has plenty of tables for all size parties with many tables placed into their own dining room within the restaurant.

The food is a good standard of pub classics which a lovely sunday lunch offered. This is a good one for a family.

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Review of The Longwood

24 Apr 08, 16:49

A good Pub

This is one of the nicer pubs in the Tamworth area.

Its big, clean, bright and has plenty of tables.

It serves basic pub fayre so its great for a weekend lunch with the family.

It also has a large carpark to the rear.

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Review of Little Italy

24 Apr 08, 15:47

Authentic Italian

This is a lovely friendly little restaurant.

On my last visit they couldn't do enough for us bringing free bruchetta to start and a free side salad with our main course.

The food is cooked fresh which makes it easy to omit ingredients and I enjoyed a lovely seafood risotto which was cooked to perfection. My friends also found the pasta dishes to be on the generous side but still found room for one of their lovely desserts!

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Review of Caffe Uno

24 Apr 08, 15:38

Another Italian

Yet another chain of Italian restaurant. However this one does benefit from a lovely location and a very cosy feel once you are inside.

I went with a friend and we shared a starter which was a generous sized pizza bread topped with rocket and caramalized onions. It was lovely but a little too much for one.

As a main couse I order the chargrilled salmon which had a lovely flavour and was served on a generous amount of baby potatos and a token amount of green beans!

Not bad. But it is still Pizza Express for me i'm afraid.

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Review of Bennetts

24 Apr 08, 15:33

Somewhere a bit different

This is by no means a wonderful bar in terms of drinks and service, and I also feel it is a little lacking on tables......

....however the building is amazing. It still retains its original features from when, I think, it was an old bank.

Worth a look!

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Review of Bella Italia

24 Apr 08, 15:23

Bella Pasta

Very much standard Italian fare.

Nothing special really.

Although the food is not bad, its certainly not incredible. The prices are beween £8-£12 for a main course but my advice is to pay a bit more and go somewhere a little more authentic.

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Review of The Jamhouse

24 Apr 08, 15:20

Jamhouse

This place is a far cry from Broad Street and so attracts a slightly older crowd.

Food and drinks here are pricy but you are paying for the location, and I would be inclined to say its worth it every once in a while!

It has a good size dance floor and the upstairs is also available for hire.

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Review of Apres

24 Apr 08, 15:15

A good place for both food and drinks

Excellent offers on food early in the week and plenty on the menu.

Its reasonably priced and offers good value for money.

This relatively new chain of bars looks fantastic, and with bright red decor makes a change from the usual chocolate brown bars!

It's also a great place to to start your evening and enjoy a few drinks.

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Review of Big Wok

24 Apr 08, 13:29

Big Wok

I'd heard about this place for ages, but never been brave enough to join the massive queues outside on a Saturday lunchtime. But we decided to give it a go. The queue moved very fast and we were soon inside and sat at our table. You give your drink order first and then they give you the drill. Basically you go get a plate and fill it up as much and as often as you want. The range of food is brilliant... and it's all hot and didn't taste as if it'd been sat there for ages. There's no shame in how many times you can go up - I got worried on my 4th visit, but nobody noticed so I had a 5th visit as well. My to kids loved it as they could choose what they want and leave what they didn't. Once you've gorged on all the oriental goodies it's time for dessert, cheesecake, ice creame, fruit salad - oh the ice cream comes from one of those machines used on ice cream vans and you get to control it yourself, which was great fun.

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Review of Mr Egg

24 Apr 08, 13:24

Mr Egg

It's been sometime since I last visited Mr Egg. You used to be able to get anything 'Eggy' for £1.50... Egg and Chips... Sausage and Egg... Egg sarnies (get the idea). Well they've changed owners now, but the menu is mostly the same. It's abit like an old style greasy spoon inside now. Sadly it's not as good as it used to be. I get the feeling they're trying to carry on the famous name of Mr Egg - but they've cut back on the quality. The staff were really friendly though, and for those who remember it the ceiling egg is still there. For those who have no idea what I'm talking about then you'd better go take a look!

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Review of Alexandra Theatre

22 Apr 08, 17:32

A classic theatre experience.....

...complete with ice cream at the interval!

I love this theatre despite it not being as new or shiny as its rivals. It really is traditional theatre.

They show everything from plays, musicals and opera to featured performers on their way up.

Expect to pay more for sweets and drinks but realise this all part of the experience.

Best thing is to pre order your interval drinks at the bar so they are ready and waiting for you to enjoy.

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Review of Strada Restaurant

22 Apr 08, 17:25

Not bad!

The best thing about this place was the company.

I went here with my boyfriend and we had a great evening but the food really was nothing special.

We both asked for ingredients to be ommited from our main courses but this was ignored and to a degree spoilt the food.

Not bad, but I agree with a previous review, Pizza Express is far nicer!

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Review of Minster Deli

22 Apr 08, 17:08

A good lunch option

A good range of baguettes at fair prices.

There are plenty of tables and service is usually fast and friendly. If your not planning a long lunch and literally want to eat something decent and go, I recommend the Minster deli.

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Review of Nando's

22 Apr 08, 17:00

Good Quality Fast Food!

With Nando's you know what you are going to get....and that is great chicken!

Simply choose how hot you want your chicken and then how you want it served, pick a side and your ready to go!

The service is normally quick with orders placed and paid for at the till. It does however have a restaurant feel which is lovely and laid back.

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Review of Cafe Rouge

22 Apr 08, 16:56

Something a bit different

One of the few places that doesn't seem to be packed on a friday or saturday night.

The french menu offers a wonderful choice of dishes which can be enjoyed while sipping on a Kir Royale or two.

It has yet to let me down and I am quite a regular!

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