This is my favourite bar in Preston by a mile.. I have only praise for the excellent cocktails,…read more fun indie rock n roll vibe and passion for good drinks. Excellent bar staff, sensible and friendly door staff plus a varied and we'll thought out menu. If you like classic cocktails don't be afraid to ask they will make you whatever you ask for and give you inspiration if you are struggling to choose. If you are in Preston head to Fox Street!

If your gonna populate your staff room with students who have no interest in your business, but do…read morehave a crap attitude then the place is not worth my coin. The fact there were 5 of us and we wanted different cocktails resulted in the barman moaning at us. he was simply more interested in continuing the conversation that he was having when we walked in. Fair enough guys, you continue your conversation in future, I'll take my custom else where

Fantastic night out. Really excellent cheesey disco and…read morecocktails to die for.

This is probably the best cocktail bar in the north west you've never been to! Hidden away…read morealongside Wakiki on watergate street my first visit here was short lived as fashionable lateness had cost me last orders. Howevver we promptly returned the week after and immediately fell in love with the place. What an incredible experiance. First thing you notice is the size of the place. (Tiny) It genuinely feels like a hidden bar from the prohibition era with incredible decor and music that suits the Blues/Jazzy environment to perfection. Being here is like traveling back in time to the 20's when alcohol was illegal and small secret bars like these were littered across America. The theme is consistent with the menu hidden inside a book that's handed to you upon arrival. So mesmerized were we with the vibe and conversation the cocktail taste bud memories are hazy at best. (I'll leave you with a visual of the cocktails we had. One was lemon based the other strawberry based?) This is THE perfect place for those who like sophisticated conversation with your aptly aesthetic cocktails. It's not noisey, it's not busy, it's just right. Definitely worth a visit. I'll certainly be returning.

After being handed the drink menu in a Bible I was hooked. I wish this was the Best Kept Secret in…read moreChester but unfortunately it is a popular place to be so get there early; grab a table with some friends; sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. My one criticism would be that may be the music is too loud but that's that's it. They have an extensive cocktail menu however if there's something not on the menu just asked for it and you will receive. All in all, this is one of my favourite places to go in Chester

Couldn't have had a better experience. I've been here loads of times and haven't had anything less…read morethan an amazing time. Staff are always accommodating and lovely. This last time I had Tamryn as our server who always made sure we weren't short of drinks and made sure the food was satisfactory. I had a the risotto del bosco which is the best risotto I've ever had Verona provides a place where you can enjoy yourself and have a great time which has been invaluable during the current pandemic. 10/10.

From the owner: Looking to organise a party or celebration? We specialise in…read moredelivering event celebrations for Christenings, Wakes, Birthdays, Weddings, Engagements.... you name it we will help you celebrate it! We are able to cater for large gatherings of up to 200 people in our exclusive adjoining 'wine bar & gin lounge' The Balcony. Verona Kitchen & Bar is a family friendly 'Italian Kitchen & Bar' specialising in authentic 'wood fired' pizzas and hearty Italian pasta dishes. We have a super range of wines/cocktails & craft beers' in our bar downstairs plus an adjoining 'wine bar & gin lounge' to the first floor for those diners looking to see the night through. Fancy a night in? Our tasty range of pizzas are also available for 'take away' for those diners looking for a relaxing night in, call us or visit our web-site to order. We have a fabulous well stocked bar and very well trained 'cocktail bar tenders' to help deliver the ultimate party experience. Contact us now to find out more. Buffet menus are available on request.

Having been to the establishment in Chorlton many times, I was pleasantly surprised when a friend…read moresuggested we go to the Laundrette in town. Recently opened, the new restaurant is one of the few on First Street so it is quite easy to find. Obviously we took advantage of the January offer and judging by how busy it was on a Tuesday night, so did a lot of other people! Walking it the vibes were really good with great lounge music playing and people chatting away. The menu and drinks offerings seemed to be the same and prices very reasonable. We all knew what we wanted to have anyway- our favourite burger or pizzas! We started with a sharing platter which would probably suit 2 people more than 4, but everything on the board was cooked perfectly. We especially liked the spicy mayonaise as it had a good kick to it. I really liked the burger- big thick and juicy with accompaniments to match and we ordered 1more mac and cheese to share halfway through our meal cos we couldn't get enough of it! The staff were really friendly and bubbly which made the night an even better experience. We sat on the outside tables, so you might want to watch out for the heaters, as they are really hot! I must say, I was very impressed with this restaurant, and dare I say it, as good as the original!

Decided to come for a few cocktails with the boyf before a night out. We were pleasantly surprised…read morethat they got tipsy pretty quickly. The atmosphere was great fantastic tunes playing in the background which really got us excited for the night ahead of us. We got three drinks one of which was a shared which was served in a massive popcorn container! It was delicious and worth the money. If coming here definitely try one of the cocktails they are gimmicky and very fun to drink! A great place for a catch up session with the girls and for prepping a night out on the town. I will be back!

While it's not really a Cuban restaurant, it is good food, well made with great service. We ate at…read more7pm on a Monday - and it was pleasantly busy. The three us enjoyed three very different dishes. My dad has an Innovative chicken and bean salad. My brother a bbq pork quesadilla, and I enjoyed a tomato/mozzarella salad, tapas meatballs. And tapas ribs. While there was nominally South American music (Shakira) and a Cuban sandwich in the menu. That was about it. There were nachos and tapas for more of a fusion feel. Anyway very good mainstream restaurant. But it's not what you find in Havana.

Came here after a visit to my dying father at Royal Albert and I was wearing a Marmaduke (the film)…read moreshirt and I was mocked repeatedly by another customer. I politely asked the staff to remove the clearly evil man however they didn't comply and after I warned everyone calmly that I was 'ready to rumble' I was asked to leave rather than the thug that mocked me and my dying father and I didn't even have time to finish my martini before I was forcibly removed. That being said the food was actually decent and I would recommend as long as you're not a devout fan of animated canines in which case give it a miss

This is a new bar grill/restaurants this place should have opened it doors in July but finally it…read moreopened up just over a week ago Iv been in a couple off times and all I can say is how nice it is inside. This place use to be the old pooled pies shop/restaurant but closed it doors many years ago and nw reopened as a bar grill/restaurant and what a transformation they done there plenty off seats downstairs and there seating upstairs aswell or if you perfair you can sit at the bar. The staff are really nice and welcoming Iv not tryed the food yet but it smells nice when you walk in.

A great eaterie, I recommend it here. The beef brisket is lovely…read more After about 10pm the place takes on more of a wine bar rather than restaurant feel. We were left to relax with drinks and the waiter couldn't have been lovelier. He brought us fresh popcorn as a bar snack and kept replenishing it without being asked to. The cocktail menu is fairly decent and, although I didn't have one myself, I saw plenty of other diners with them and they looked appealing.

I don't normally bother reviewing chains because they're all the same but this Botanist stood out…read morefor 1) Charming service 2) Excellent live piano player 3) Nice seating in a conservatory-like space at the rear (where there were also a couple of hilarious novice teenage dates going on) 4) Delicious main of gnocchi with roast butternut squash, Tenderstem broccoli, candied walnuts, garlic chips, rocket and walnut pesto - tasty and unusual combo of textures and flavours

Our group ventured in for predinner drinks. While most selected local beers, a few of us enjoyed…read morecocktails. To start, I have to say I was impressed with the cocktail list. Not only did it have a lot of variety, but it also seemed to mix in local, seasonal fruits into the drinks. I selected the Melon & Basil Smash. It was fresh, but not very strong. In fact, I noticed very little alcohol being added. Also, it had a lot of ice. Still, a great tasting drink. I liked the atmosphere - the whole look and feel of the place. The service was prompt and prices were good. Next trip to Alderley will include a visit!

I found The Black Horse by chance! My car broke down on Long Lane, on the way to Chorley, and so I…read moretook respite in the classic country looking inn and had a lovely lunch. Today I returned for dinner, having meant to come back for dinner ever since I enjoyed that first lunch visit by chance. I'm surprised it's not already on Yelp as it's not new either. It's over 1000 years old. Yes you read that right. The Black Horse is believed to be one of the oldest serving taverns in the country, and was the second pub in the country to be granted a license back in 1577. Every corner and beam exudes the feeling of a classic English pub/tavern. It's comfortable, cosy, and welcoming, with dark wooden furniture, a roaring fire, and warmly lit side rooms. It's everything you would want in a proper English pub. As I don't drink, we were here for dinner, and were greeted warmly and given menus. The staff are friendly and familiar, it's their business and their baby, and they want to make sure people enjoy their visit. The menu has recently been updated and has some fantastic sounding options, as well as periodical specials. On this occasion, we chose the starters of black pudding scotch egg, and garlic flatbread. We were surprised. It's a pub, so you don't quite expect the artistic and pleasant presentation of the black pudding scotch egg, which was beautifully tempting to look at, and perfectly cooked with a lovely soft yolk. The mustard sauce was creamy with a gentle kick. The garlic flatbread was subtle on the garlic side, but lusciously buttery and fresh. The staff checked on us now and then to make sure everything was ok, even the chef herself at one point. Very enjoyable indeed. For our mains, we chose the cheese and onion pie, and the fish and chips, two classics of British pub food! The best bit? The chef came out and asked how I'd like the side of bread and butter cut with my fish and chips! We all know why too... preference... do you just want bread? Chip butties? It's all dependant on that cut! It was nice to be asked! Both were again presented pleasantly. The pie was unctuously cheesy in a perfectly crispy pastry, not a soggy bottom in sight! The mash you could tell from the moment it was placed on the table was proper home made mash, and the comforting thick gravy provided was perfect for flooding the lot! Wonderful! The fish and chips were equally good. The mushy peas were nice, and the tartare sauce was particularly good, however my praise is mainly on the fish, which was outstanding! The quality of the fish alone was excellent, and the batter was crunchy, crispy, golden perfection! For dessert we chose the sticky toffee pudding (it's a classic!) and from the specials menu, the jam roly poly. Both with custard. We're Northern. The sticky toffee pudding was deliciously rich whilst being super light and fluffy! The smell of the jam roly poly slapped in the face as soon as it arrived, whisking me back to nostalgic childhood sunday dinners. The taste was amazing, not just in flavour, but the crust on the pudding was just right, with the occasional chewy crunchy bit. Bloody marvellous! I'd come again just that jam roly pudding! Basically The Black Horse is everything you want from a proper old English pub. It's established, cosy, warm, welcoming, and offers great drinks, excellent food, and a thoroughly pleasant atmosphere. I recommend it thoroughly!

Wow ordered a ploughman's platter ( takeaway) what a fabulous feast more than enough for 3 of us ,…read morefantastic taste , great value , definitely ordering more , highly recommend