Latest reviews for Bars & Pubs in Aldwych, London, United Kingdom

Pitcher & Piano - Tiny portions! by iamroninator

iamroninator — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:21:44 +0000

Review by iamroninator

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 7404 8510

Website: http://www.pitcherandpiano.com

Food was nice, though burger came with only around 5 chips. A bit mean for Â£10, no? Service at the bar was incredibly slow - bar staff weren't really clued into checking whose turn it was to serve etc. - waited around 10 minutes to get first drink, which wasn't that great for a tuesday night.Food was nice, though burger came with only around 5 chips. A bit mean for Â£10, no? Service at the bar was incredibly slow - bar staff weren't really clued into checking whose turn it was to serve etc. - waited around 10 minutes to get first drink, which wasn't that great for a tuesday night.

Lyceum Tavern - Great prices, nice surroundings by ONscotland

ONscotland — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 18:11:54 +0000

Review by ONscotland

Rating: 0.00

Phone: 020 7836 7155

Tags: food, business, good value

Have you ever had that sense of impending dread when you realise that you've agreed to meet someone for a 'cheeky half' at around half five? Navigating central London pubs at that time is daunting, and for that reason I salute the Lyceum.

Located on The Strand, just opposite Lancaster Place (which leads on to Waterloo Bridge), the Lyceum is a traditional pub run by Sam Smiths. For the uninitiated, Sam Smiths pubs are pretty special - they only serve Sam Smith's drinks, prices are incredibly cheap (Â£1.76 for a pint in London!) and there's a good range on offer. Perhaps for that reason, the pub doesn't tend to get quite so busy in the evenings, and at my age (!) getting a seat is more or less the first thing I look for. At theatre time the place empties, and you can enjoy the comfy sofas, banquettes or the nooks downstairs.
Food is hit and miss, but I suppose you don't go there for the food; sadly service can be hit and miss too, but of all my visits I can't say it has marred them that much.Have you ever had that sense of impending dread when you realise that you've agreed to meet someone for a 'cheeky half' at around half five? Navigating central London pubs at that time is daunting, and for that reason I salute the Lyceum.

Located on The Strand, just opposite Lancaster Place (which leads on to Waterloo Bridge), the Lyceum is a traditional pub run by Sam Smiths. For the uninitiated, Sam Smiths pubs are pretty special - they only serve Sam Smith's drinks, prices are incredibly cheap (Â£1.76 for a pint in London!) and there's a good range on offer. Perhaps for that reason, the pub doesn't tend to get quite so busy in the evenings, and at my age (!) getting a seat is more or less the first thing I look for. At theatre time the place empties, and you can enjoy the comfy sofas, banquettes or the nooks downstairs.
Food is hit and miss, but I suppose you don't go there for the food; sadly service can be hit and miss too, but of all my visits I can't say it has marred them that much.

Lobby Bar (One Aldwych Hotel) - Expensive but Swanky Bar in "Theatre Land" by Formaggio_Amore

Formaggio_Amore — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 02:57:55 +0000

Review by Formaggio_Amore

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7300 1000

Website: http://www.onealdwych.co.uk

Tags: bar, grand, expensive

This very grand, airy and elegant hotel lobby-bar has got dimensions of monumental proportions, more akin to a museum than a bar. Being there, sitting in one of the comfortable chairs or sofas, and looking around is a pure visual joy. Aside from the very high ceiling and giant glass windows, it is decorated with a lot of taste and elegance. A giant bronze statue of a rower & towering and an imposing flower arrangement take centre-stage. The floor is made of marble -but I would not recommend you attempt a Michael Jackson Moon Walker impersonation for fun as, in such surroundings, it would be a real faux pas, literally.

Drinks and snacks are "upmarket", including the price: cocktails there are around £10 each. Staff are very well-dressed, efficient and friendly.

On hot days, this lobby-bar is a heavenly refuge compared to the rest of the bars in the area, as air-conditioning here is perfect. The place is a very civilised, swanky, albeit pricey pre-theatre indulgence. I would have given it the 5-star treatment, if it wasn't for the price. However, if you don't mind spending it "a deux" or, if you want to impress, then come here before your show, you wont regret it.This very grand, airy and elegant hotel lobby-bar has got dimensions of monumental proportions, more akin to a museum than a bar. Being there, sitting in one of the comfortable chairs or sofas, and looking around is a pure visual joy. Aside from the very high ceiling and giant glass windows, it is decorated with a lot of taste and elegance. A giant bronze statue of a rower & towering and an imposing flower arrangement take centre-stage. The floor is made of marble -but I would not recommend you attempt a Michael Jackson Moon Walker impersonation for fun as, in such surroundings, it would be a real faux pas, literally.

Drinks and snacks are "upmarket", including the price: cocktails there are around £10 each. Staff are very well-dressed, efficient and friendly.

On hot days, this lobby-bar is a heavenly refuge compared to the rest of the bars in the area, as air-conditioning here is perfect. The place is a very civilised, swanky, albeit pricey pre-theatre indulgence. I would have given it the 5-star treatment, if it wasn't for the price. However, if you don't mind spending it "a deux" or, if you want to impress, then come here before your show, you wont regret it.