• Added: 15th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Hotels and Travel

Bristol BS1 4PJ
0117 923 0333

lee666 said
Very very nice!
I had the pleasure of staying in the Jury's hotel for a christmas party. This hotel is excellent and very very nice! The rooms are massive, the baths are excellent to soak in and the beds are very comfy. It is also very quiet too with it being by the waterside. The bar prices seem reasonable, and the food served is cracking. The breakfasts are one of the best that I've had in a hotel but you certainly get what you pay for here and it is worth every penny. There is parking right next to the hotel too which is good as not many hotels in Bristol have this option. It is also well situated in the centre of Bristol by the waterside so you only a short walk away from all the bars, restaurants and nightlife that Bristol has to offer, and if you like shopping then the new Cabot Circus is only a 5 minute walk away.

• Added: 15th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Restaurants

Bristol BS34 5DG
0117 959 1987

lee666 said
Top notch nosh!
TGI Fridays is the place to go if you want some good old fashioned American grub. It can get very busy so it is advisable to book a table if you are going evenings or weekends which must be testament to how good and popular it is. The foods is lovely and delicious and they do like their Jack Daniels glazing! If you are a fan of burgers then you will be in your element if you go for the ultimate burger. My 2 personal faves are the Jack Daniels ultimate which is 2 giant burgers and a JD glaze, and also their version of a mixed grrill. When I had this I was literally bursting out of my jeans! I would also recommend the chicken strips for starters as they are divine, and if you are lucky enough to not be driving you should check out their cocktail menu - very very good! The prices are a little bit more than say Frankie & Bennies but you do get good grub which will fill you up. 10 out of 10!

• Added: 15th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Events and Entertainment

Bristol BS10 7SR
0117 959 2100

lee666 said
Cracking Bowling
I've been to Hollywood bowl at Cribbs Causeway several times since it's opened and I've never had a bad time there. The staff are friendly, the snacks are tasty and well priced and the bar has a great selection of beverages to choose from. Theres also an arcade section to keep kids of all ages entertained and the video jukebox is also a nice touch. It does get very busy so it is advisable to book ahead as if you just turn up you will probably end up not getting a lane or having to wait a very long time. If you also have kids then during school holidays they are always running discount bowling sessions which is good if you want a cheap but fun day out.

• Added: 9th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Restaurants

Bristol BS1 5UH
0117 3169393

lee666 said
The worst curry house ever
I had the misfortune to end up in Tikka Flame earlier in the year when out with a few mates. We went in about 8pm and it was relatively quiet with just a few tables taken downstairs and we were seated upstairs where there was no one else. To start off with, it took over 15 minutes before anyone came to see if we wanted any drinks. It then was another 10 minutes before our order was taken, we asked for starters and a main course.

After about 30 minutes our main course arrived and we hadn't even had our starters.We asked where they were and they were brought out to have with the main course. So far so bad. Tucking into the main course I have to say that is the worst curry that I have ever had, and I've had a few in my time. In a nutshell the chicken was so tough and chewy that even after a good minute or 2 of chewing it was still hard to swallow, so much so that half way through I had had enough.

By this time my mates had finished their meals so we asked the manager why the meat was so tough. He said it was fine even though I had left half and was still hungry, we also complained about the starters not coming out and he didn't offer to anything. We asked for some kind of discount as way of a goodwill gesture and he simply declined with no reason and he didn't even apologise!

If you are thinking of going to this curry house then please please please think again. There are far better curry houses out there that actually care about their customers unlike this shoddy establishment.

• Added: 9th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Bristol BS1 5UH
0117 929 9652

lee666 said
Vibrant place to go
The Pitcher and Piano is a lively and very busy bar. I usually go there on a Friday or Saturday night and you can guarantee that it will be busy. The place isalways buzzing with people out to have a good time and there is a good selection of drinks to choose from. The only downside is that it can be a bit expensive. For example I paid £9 for 2 single vodka and lemonades which to me is a tad excessive. The lagers on the other hand are well priced and about on par with other places. If you happen to get in there late then it can be a real struggle at the bar to get served and you will probably end up standing as there aren't that many places to sit. It can also get very loud in there, resulting in everyone shouting to their mates just to be heard, but at the end of the day it's a good place to go to hang out before heading onto the other bars and clubs along the waterfront.

• Added: 4th of September 2008
• Area: Winscombe
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Winscombe BS25 5NJ
01934 852060

lee666 said
Excellent 2 for 1 value!
The Stag and Hounds is the the place to go if you are looking for a cheap but big eat. All main courses are 2 for 1 and there is a cracking selection on offer. They have a standard menu but also have a specials board the size of a wall to choose from. The starters are well priced and tasty as are the desserts. Obviously the 2 for 1 isn't too good if you happen to be in a party of uneven numbers but if you can get an even number then you will save a packet and get some good grub. I would advise to book a table as it can get very busy, even during the week. The drinks are a tad on the pricey side, this may be to offset the deal on the food. The only thing stopping me giving it 5 stars is this: Firsty we had to wait wuite a while for our main course, even when it was quiet, and secondly, while we were there several tables had to amend orders as they had run out off food. But don't let this put you off too much as if you go you'll leave with full tummys.

• Added: 4th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Restaurants

Bristol BS40 5BL
01934 863059

lee666 said
This pub is the daddy!
I had never heard or been to the Langford Inn until I went their with my family for a birthday meal and boy am I glad that we went. The food here is absolutely divine and is perfect. I have never had a bad meal in all the times that I've been. The staff are very friendly and very efficient and you don't have to wait long for your food. The starters are amazing as are the main courses and desserts, with plenty of choice available to suit all tastes. The price is a little higher than normal but let me tell you that it is totally worth paying as you won't get a better meal in the local area! I would advise that you book a table as it can get very busy, escpeically at weekends and bank holidays. Don't delay, book a table today, you won't regret it!

• Added: 4th of September 2008
• Area: Bristol
• Category: Hotels and Travel

Bristol BS1 3LR
0870 238 3307

lee666 said
Room for improvement
I recently stayed in the premier inn on the Haymarket when I went to the harbour festival. The rooms themselves are nice and spacious, however when we entered our room it soon became clear that someone had been smoking in the room as there was a smell of cigarettes. Next to the Premier Inn is the beefeater and the food in there is delicious, this is where you also go for breakfast. There wasn't any noise from outside during the night, which is good seeing as it is near a busy city roundabout, and the bed was very comfy. The bathroom was clean and there were plenty of towels and the room itself was spotless. The price for the overnight stay was quite epxensive, and that wasn't including breakfast so this would probably stop me from staying there again.

• Added: 4th of September 2008
• Area: Swindon
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Swindon SN4 0AE

lee666 said
Fantastic food!
What can I say about the Brewers Arms! First of all their food is absolutely top notch, when me and my partner went I had the lasgane and she had fajitas and they were probably amoung the top 10 best meals that we have had. The meals were just the right size, not too big that you can't finish it all, and not too small that you're still hungry after. The service was very good and we didn't have to wait too long for our food. The only downside, which stopped me giving it 5 stars, is that it can get very busy. We were lucky as they had a table free which was booked for an hours time so it just gave us enough time to sample the food, however we will be going back to sample some more of their delights!

• Added: 4th of September 2008
• Area: Swindon
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Swindon SN1 3AF

lee666 said
Cracking atmosphere and good grub too
Having been to the Merlin on a number occassions it has grown on me. First of all I would say this is probably more of a drinking pub than a food pub, however the menu they have is great and the food is delicious. I have eaten there a couple of times and I have not been disappointed. It is always busy on a Friday and Saturday night, and they also put on live music on a regular basis. There are plenty of pool tables if you fancy a game and there is a good selection of beers on tap and all at a good price. The food itself is also a very good price and their choice of burgers is fantastic!