This joint has always had a special place in my heart.
In my college years, I used to regularly come down to watch the legendary Rick McGhie play all the favourites. It was also a spot I used to gig as well.
To return to London and see that it hadn’t lost its charm was a welcome feeling.
It recently changed hands of ownership and so far I absolutely love what they are doing with the place. Expanding their events style to so much more. Dance parties, hip hop shows, comedy nights. They even have karaoke rooms!
The staff are always lovely and the food and drink selection is among the best for pubs in London.
Thanks Poachers for all the good times!
Food was good and service was great..ordered their Korean Fried Chicken half original and half sauced and if was tasty. Their Nachos was good too. Even though they were busy our server was checking on us a lot of times.
I want to give 6 stars if can. I finally tried The Famous Korean Fried Chicken and just fell in love with it. I ordered the half crispy and half Korean-Style seasoned and, like in the pictures, it came as a complete meal package including a decent size radish pickle (also quite Korean style), coleslaw, french-fry, and garlic dipping sauce. It was an amazing food experience - taste just as good as how it was back in home. I think I don't need to go to Korea town in Toronto anymore for my soul food. Thanks Poacher's for adding another fantastic reason of loving Local!
When you walk down a set of stairs into a bar you have certain expectations, and this place meets all of them. The atmosphere is great, the trivia is punishing, the open mic comedians are funny, and the staff are friendly. Haven't eaten here but that's really not why I'm going here is it. Great place to imbibe responsibly with friends.
I've been here twice now, the second time it was absolutely packed and I left because I couldn't even hear myself think. The review will focus on the first visit.
It's underground, yes. But well lit and has a certain charm. The server was absolutely delightful. So were the beers, and some sort of dish I can that I cannot remember the name of but was yummy all the same.
Will I go again? Yep. But I'll make sure to look at the crowds inside first. If you do brave it anyway, be ready to wait for a while to get that pint.
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