Bar Soho, Soho (Bar / Club)
“I had my 23rd birthday at Bar Soho and it was a great atmosphere, not too expensive and quite good music. Filled up quickly but had a great vibe!”
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Esther, London 22 Nov 06

Koko, Camden (Bar / Club)
“Absolutely stunning interior! Almost awe inspiring! Went to see the channel 4 album chart show being filmed. Venue wise was very impressed (being a dj my self i was impressed with the level of service for such a busy night)security are strict but polite. And genral venue organisation was excellent! Unfourtunately felt let down by the show, but that had nothing to do with the venue itself (my only grunt had to be the fact i paid £4.40 for two small orange juice's that were poured from a carton that cost about 80p for the entire thing, but i'm also a bar manager so i'm a bit picky about such thing's!)”
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Big Jon, Denbigh, North wales 21 Nov 06

The White Horse, Brixton (Bar)
“Had an excellent time, the atmosphere is fantastic and the food is great too. Well worth a visit!”
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Caroline Kinsman, London 20 Nov 06

Mandarin Bar, Knightsbridge (Bar / Restaurant)
“I have no idea where the bar at the Mandarin Oriental in London gets its good reputation. I would describe the decor as an amusing cliche. I was particularly tickled by the uplighting of the ashtrays on the bar. What better way to whet the appetite for a cocktail than to be blinded by the halo around old cigarette ash? The bar is noisy and the live jazz is insulted by terrible acoustics. This room does not lend itself to live music, no matter how talented the musicians. The bar staff themselves are courteous and hardworking but there are not enough of them. I wouldn't expect to have to wait such a tedious amount of time to be served in the swankiest of London's bars, let alone a tiny, soulless and smoke-filled den such as this. The doormen and management have no understanding of the basics of customer service. They are unable to resolve the simplest of complaints from the customers. In fact they appear to deliberately escalate the smallest of issues into a public circus. They are equally contemptuous of hotel residents and non-residents alike. The hotel and the bar love to brag about their popularity with celebrities, however, this seems to be a delusion of grandeur. Seemingly unable to grasp the simplest principles of hospitality, I doubt that any celebrity who truly valued their own reputation would be desperate enough to be seen here.”
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Houdinia, UK 18 Nov 06

The White Horse, Brixton (Bar)
“What a place for a top, top night out. The DJ's are superb, the atmosphere is all you'd ever want, and drinks are good value - they know how to make a cracking cocktail. The food is fantastic and such brilliant value - the perfect place for a lazy Sunday roast. Atmosphere is rocking at night, and chilled during the day. Why can't more places strike this perfect balance?”
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Chris Oliver, London 17 Nov 06

All Bar One, Waterloo (Bar)
“I just went there once and I think it's great!! There was a barmaid, I think her name was Monica, the colombian girl, Oh! God! she was lovely. Actually, all the staff was gorgeous. The food was really nice.. .I fell in love with the chef, Abdou, he's amazing! Love you guys and good luck!”
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Liliana, Brighton 16 Nov 06

Vinifera, Clapham (Bar)
“Marvellous. The non-smoking policy is a real boon. Very knowledgeable but friendly and helpful staff. A great fun way to explore more interesting wine in a not too pretentious atmosphere. Oh, also very special food from the bar. Vinifera is a must for any budding or established gastronauts.”
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Gary , London 15 Nov 06

Cafe Koha, West End (Bar / Restaurant)
“I have been eating at CAFE KOHA for at least six years. In the past i concidered it one of the nicest, and intimate places to eat in central london, top of my recommendation list. On a recent visit, to my horror i discovered that the Cafe has been extended, the walls painted yellow and all of its charm lost. The food was still up to its excellent standard but the serving staff seemed to be stretched by the extra tables, as was the kitchen. It is such a shame to see a previously reliable and very special place to eat changed into a something that appears more like a 'pasta house' type chain cafe. I have not been back, sorry Koha, thanks for the memories.”
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Chris Jones, London 15 Nov 06

Grand Union Camden, Camden (Bar / Restaurant / Club)
“We'd reserved an area for up to 10-15 people but were given an area for 6! The management were rude, aggressive and unsympathic to our requested and agreed requirements. If they couldn't accommodate us, then why did they take our booking?”
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Debra, London 14 Nov 06

The Black Sheep Cafe Bar, Crystal Palace & Norwood (Bar)
“I came here one evening for a chill out with a couple of my friends. I could not have asked for a better evening. The music was good, the people were friendly, not to mention the comfortable sofas!If you live near by, it's definately the place to hang out after a long day at work.”
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ladycharisma [rachel beaumont], london 14 Nov 06