Latest reviews by babybat

Roxy Bar & Screen

babybat — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:53:39 +0000

Rating: 4.3

Location: 128-132 Borough High Street, SE1 1NP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7407 4075

Website: http://www.roxybarandscreen.com

Tags: jazz, hollywood, documentaries, cult, cool & smart, young professionals, alternative, young and fun, cocktails, cinema, trendy, friendly, bar, relaxed, cool

Lovely cocktails, lovely staff!I went here with a friend as part of a promotion with Beefeater gin, the venue had created a special London-themed cocktail. The bar has a free screening room at the back, that was showing Borat when we visited. The barman was really friendly, explained the drinks to us, and the cocktails were expertly mixed. This is a lovely addition to Borough High Street, and we'll definately return.

Green & Red Bar & Cantina

babybat — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:48:17 +0000

Rating: 3.3

Location: 51 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7749 9670

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

Tags: lively, pleasant food, lazy service, avoid, expensive, trendy

The food's good, but...I wanted to like Green and Red, really I did. I love Mexican food, and I'd heard such promising things about this place, that I decided to go and check it out, with a view to having my birthday there. Margaritas at the bar were pretty good, and while we drank them we paid for some chips and salsa to keep us going. Twenty minutes later, still waiting,and we ask the waitress to seat us so we can order food. The food, which arrived after a lengthy delay, was good, but we had to ask 5 members of staff about the chips. The service really lets this place down - I felt like the whole meal I was trying to catch their attention, and it really soured my experience. For the prices they're charging, this place really needs to up its game, as the service is appalling and I won't be back. Also, there's no way that a meal for two, with drinks and service is £30-closer to £60.

The Rake

babybat — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:40:02 +0000

Rating: 4.0

Location: 14 Winchester Walk, SE1 9AG, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7407 0557

The Rake is a really decent pub, and a bit of a haven in the middle of the market. As you might expect, given that it's owned by beer importers, they have a huge range of bottled beers and an ever-changing lineup on tap. It can work out quite pricey, and a couple of the barmen are a bit on the weird side, but given that it has so many lovely drinks, and some outside space, it's worth it.

The Beehive

babybat — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:37:13 +0000

Rating: 4.3

Location: 60 Carter Street, SE17 3EW, London, United Kingdom

The Beehive is such a lovely little pub - the staff are friendly and it's a welcome retreat considering the lack of decent pubs around the Walworth area.

Fuzzy's Grub

babybat — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:35:01 +0000

Rating: 4.2

Location: 62 Fleet Street, EC4Y 1JU, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7583 6060

Website: http://www.fuzzysgrub.com/

Tags: lively, comfort food, roast, top food, proper food, average brew, meaty, beef, crowded, takeaway, lunch, quick bite

A roast dinner...In a bun?Fuzzys is something of a City institution, and a fairly closely guarded secret. Hidden down Bouverie St, just off Fleet St, it's a tiny little shop selling lunchtime fare. They do pies, breakfasts, salads and soups, but the real reason everyone's there is for the roasts. Pick your meat (beef, pork, chicken or turkey), decide whether you want it in a sandwich, as a salad, or just as a dinner. Pick your accompaniments (roasties, yorkshires, stuffing, veg etc) and your condiments. Decide if you want a sausage on the side. Done! A lunch will set you back around £5-6, and they have the usual stock of cold drinks, cookies etc. The website has the full menu available, and it's worth choosing what you want before you go, because it gets busy and no-one likes a ditherer. If you have a large order, and work nearby they'll even deliver. What's not to like?

El Vergel

babybat — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 10:56:47 +0000

Rating: 4.0

Location: 8 Lant Street, SE1 1QR, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7357 0057

Tags: cosy, se1, borough, latin american, good brew, cheap eat, cafe, quick bite, lively

Brilliant Latin Cafe!El Vergel is a small cafe, near Borough tube. They're only open limited hours at the moment, but they're a great lunch option for local workers/residents. They offer a variety of latin american dishes, including spanish omlettes, empanadas, steak sandwiches and salads. Prices aren't hefty - around £3-£5 for most dishes. Service is friendly and helpful, and it's a definate credit to the area!