I came to have dinner here one night after speaking to a gentleman who works at BeerGonzo (in Earlsdon) informed me that they run Drapers as well as Inspire in the city centre of Coventry. BeerGonzo had an excellent selection so I decided to check out what was going on at Drapers.
First Impression: Visited on a Thursday night. I have been here before when it was Browns, so same deal with the interior. Very interesting building with high ceilings and all kinds of cool angles. Large bar, with plenty of interesting glassware and bottled beers as well. Just the perfect lighting so it wasn't too bright or too dimly lit, great ambient setting.
Service: Service was great, the gentleman behind suggested a couple of beers and also allowed me to try the two I was debating over. We also ordered food which came in a timely fashion to our table that we had upstairs. Everyone was friendly and there to help, just overall good old fashioned customer service.
Atmosphere: There were quite a few people there, and a group was having a Christmas do which I thought was nice. Not loud but also not pin drop silence, you could hold a conversation comfortably without feeling like you had to quieten down your voice.
Food: I ordered a vegetarian Portobello burger with chips. It was very well made and I was very impressed, fresh salad on there too and the bread was of a high quality, nothing like a normal boring burger bun you will find at the supermarket. Fluffy chips too! All of the normal condiments and vinegar are available.
Drinks: I had Lawless Lager by Purity and I also had Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale by Boulevard Brewing. Both came in their own glassware which I thought was a really nice touch. The selection of beers are impressive, a lot of imported beers! I was especially impressed with the American selection of craft beers, even on tap! Definitely some great things that you can't find in to many establishments in the UK.
Price: Quite reasonable, around £18 for my food as well as two beers, (craft beers may I add).
Restrooms: Clean, nothing spectacular but nothing to complain about.
Overall: I will definitely be coming back here again when I'm in Coventry. Good food and great drinks! I could spend all day in this place having beers!
Tip: If you're not sure about the beers on tap, ask to try one! read more