Reviews and contributions written by steve

liquorish (closed), Dulwich (Bar / Restaurant)
“liquorish - with a small 'l' - is one of the bars putting SE22's Lordship Lane firmly on the drinking map, and with more than a little panache. At this chic cocktail bar, bare bulbs hang from the...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 06 May 05}

The Front Room, Wandsworth (Bar)
“If one had to liken the Front Room bar in Wandsworth to anything it would be New Labour. Attempts by the new owners to liven up interest in Wandsworth drinking (why would you?) through the offering...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 19 Jan 04}

The Cinnamon Club Bar, Westminster (Bar)
“Classy drinking in Westminster - welcome to the Cinnamon Club Bar. Without insider knowledge you'd never know that this, one of London's finest private cocktail bars, was situated inside the Old Westminster...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 18 Jul 03}

The Angel, Soho (Bar)
“A great pub. A very fine and very rare example of a traditional bar in central London. Did we say this pub was great? The Angel in St. Giles Street has somehow managed to survive unmolested as a good...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 29 Oct 02}

Belgo (closed), Clapham (Bar / Restaurant)
“Arched ceilings, leather benches, a stainless steal bar and a huge selection of beers - something of the order of 300. Dub beats and attractive people combine to create a new media oasis on Clapham...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 07 Oct 02}

The Corner Store (closed), West End (Bar)
“A great bar which is often overlooked and only one minutes walk from Covent Garden Market, the Corner Store offers a large selection of fine wines and a diverse menu. Arrive mid afternoon should you...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 24 Sep 02}

Bar Local (closed) (closed), Clapham (Bar)
“What used to be a dodgy little Italian bar has been transformed into a cool Clapham drinking boutique. Although small in size the achiteques have managed to squeeze three zones into this tubular establishment....”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 16 Sep 02}

The Falcon, Clapham (Bar)
“A classic example of new Clapham drinking. Glowing like the sun on a cloudy day the bright yellow Falcon comes complete with the obligatory stripped wooden floors, wooden tables, wooden bar and trendy...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 13 Sep 02}

Revolution, Clapham (Bar)
“The second instalment from the Revolution crew in London, this bar offers the typical extensive selection of vodkas and fine cocktails. Soft leather furnishings, mirrors and steal compliment the cool tunes...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 13 Sep 02}

Brook Green Hotel, Hammersmith (Bar)
“Built in 1886, Young's have refurbished the Brook Green Hotel, restoring it to its former Victorian splendor. Frequented primarily by talkative locals seeking somewhere a little less 'media', you'll find...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 02 Sep 02}

The Havelock Tavern, Hammersmith (Bar)
“Jamie Olive chic on the corner of Irving Road and Masbro Road we're talking stripped wooden floors, distressed tables and dim lighting. If music was playing we couldn't hear it above the loud conversations...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 02 Sep 02}

The Ship, Soho (Bar)
“A friendly, small, pseudo-traditional pub catering for Wardour drinkers not seeking McDonald style boozers or satanic worship. The friendly antipodean bar lady readily provided us cold beer on this...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 20 Aug 02}

Pitcher and Piano (closed), Soho (Bar)
“No bar snacks, so, if like us you have an unquenchable thirst for nuts, don't come here. The bar staff had either difficulty in understanding us or thought we were joking, as the half pints we ordered...”
Steve Molesworth, Fluid London reviewer 20 Aug 02}

The White Swan, City of London (Bar / Restaurant)
“Fish and chips to die for. Attentiev table service. Busy but not too cramped at lunch time. A great alternative to the bland offerings nearby. Hightly recommended.”
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Steve Molesworth, London 16 Jan 07

The Ivy London, West End (Bar / Restaurant)
“The Ivy is my favourite London restaurant. I always find the staff are welcoming and the service is efficient, however it is the food that makes the whole experience so special. Definitely one of London's top restaurants.”
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Sam, London 04 May 05

The Cinnamon Club Restaurant by Vivek Singh, Westminster (Restaurant)
“Great service and terrific drinks. And in such an unusual location.”
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steve, London 21 Sep 04

The Roebuck, Richmond & Kew (Bar)
“Quality - good honest drink and grub at the top of Richmond Hill. Thankfully not too many people know about this little gem and as such you can get a seat most days. A word of advice: arrive early if you wish to benefit from the views - the tables at the front are hot property.”
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steve, london 01 Mar 04

The Sun Inn, Barnes & Sheen (Bar)
“Was here last night (Tuesday eveving) and the place was a little dead. I think management seazed the opportunity to train up the new staff as the service was a little lacking / unprofessional. The food however was very good (even if the menu was a little short) and the wines excellent. Just a shame the guy behind the bar stuffed up my bill and then gave the impression sorting it out was just a little too much hassle.”
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steve, london 17 Sep 03

Bridge House, Maida Vale & St Johns Wood (Bar)
“Being such a picturesque area you would be forgiven for thinking there would be hundreds of great bars and pubs located in and around Little Venice. Alas there are very few places to enjoy a drink while surveying the canal boats as they work their way back and forward along the canal Fortunately there is The Bridge House - a very nice gastro pub perched one Westbourn Terrace Road. And The Bridge House isn't just nice because competition is scarce, it is in fact very tastily decorated, offers a good selection on wines, spirits and beers and good gastro pub grub. The staff were attentive, friendly and knowledgeable when we visited on Saturday night. Dishes on offer included Mushroom and Pinenut Risotto, Smoked Haddock Fish Cakes and Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli - all around £8. Chilled dance music washed over us as we reclined on an odd selection of mismatch tables, benches and comfy chairs. The other diners and drinks seemed to be 'cool' variety and seemed to be treating The Bridge House as an extension of their own homes. People came and went but the place never seemed hectic. Well worth a visit.”
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steve, london 23 Jun 03

Cafe Lazeez (closed), Kensington (Bar)
“I visited this gaff last Saturday night and left a little confused - is it a bar is? Is it a restaurant? It certainly isn't Superman. We were in the function room upstairs nibbling on Indian finger food and drinking £3 bottles of Tiger. Not asked to leave until 1am I guess we must have benefitted from a late license or was it simply that we were in a restaurant? Answers on a postcard too...”
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steve, london 06 May 03

O'Neill's (closed), Richmond & Kew (Bar)
“Avoid - another fine example of a London bar being up their own arse. "Let's make everyone queue unnecessarily outside for hours so we look important.” Bollox to that – when it comes to parting my with my hard earned cash I’ll be mainly choosing a place that seems a little keen and grateful for it. What possessed me to even consider drinking in the McDonald’s of pubs I’m not sure – not a mistake I’ll be making again soon I promise.”
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steve, london 03 Feb 03

The Bridge Pub & Dining Room, Hammersmith (Bar / Restaurant)
“We popped in for a meal on Saturday night and were very pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent - comprising good ingredients and and skillfully brought togther in the compact kitchen behind the bar to form dishes normally only seen in quality restaurants. The staff were both attentive and friendly and the wines fine. Perhaps an ideal venue for a pre- night out drink - with the t only downside being you may spend all night here. Well recommended.”
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steve, Barnes 11 Jan 03

The Angel, Soho (Bar)
“This pub totally caught me by surprise. It looks dark and dingy on the outside, but inside was warm and cosy. Good beer, good staff and a good mix of friendly people make the Angel a diamond.”
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steve, london 24 Oct 02

Frog & Forget Me Not (closed), Clapham (Bar)
“This bar is amazing - never before in London have I spent time in such a shitty, smelly, unclean and (probably for hypgene reasons) dangerous pub. I'd recommend that if the opportunity presents itself all should visit the Frog & Forget Me Not - you'll find it hard to fault any other drinking establishment thereafter. That siad the staff were trying their best in the face of adversity.”
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steve, london 28 Sep 02

Belushi's (closed), West End (Bar / Restaurant)
“B******s - they never told me it was open 'til 12. What's this? You Pomms finally becoming a little more civilised with your drinking hours?”
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steve, london 04 Sep 02

Rock Garden Restaurant (closed), West End (Bar / Restaurant / Club)
“Recently revamp the Rock Garden is a pretty cool place to drink in Covent Garden. Especially worth checking out is the Student night on Tuesdays.”
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steve, london 27 Aug 02

Pitcher & Piano Bar (closed), West End (Bar / Restaurant)
“The ladies, the ladies. Thank god there are some people in London who don't see Monday night as 'crochet night'.”
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steve, london 11 Jun 02