It is a nice venue on two levels. Charts music is mainly played at level 2…read more The drinks are quite cheap. Wednesdays is student night.

Went to this venue with my friend for a birthday who said it was 'great'. Buying the stamp earlier…read morein the night it looked as though there were minimal people there as there were in the other nightclubs however it soon picked up. As we went into the club I prepared to get out my ID when suddenly somebody said 'Let him in I know him from previous times', I have never been to this club in my life (potential licence breach?). So going through the the night I consumed quite a high amount of alcohol than I usual would and this is where I saw the issues develop. Unable to properley order a drink and asking for water my friend blurted out an alcoholic beverage for me after I asked for the water, the bar-lady immediatley poured the alcoholic drink whilst seeing me in the way I was, unbeliveable. Would they not have a duty of care not to pour another drink or is it the money that they just see? I add I never drank that drink but left it on the side. Other problems included the substandard restrooms located on the second floor, the idiots that just wanted to fight and the general deteriorating condition of the night club which obviously is only running as a cash cow with no investment. Avoid avoid avoid!!!!

First time here at this location and I loved it. The greenery everywhere is so inviting. We had the…read moreraspberry and vanilla cheesecake which was so yummy. I also had an old fashioned which was lovely. They had a live band which was really good. The service staff were really friendly and efficient. I will definitely visit this spot again

The Botanist in Sheffield is quite hidden away in Leopold Square in Sheffield city centre, close to…read morethe City Hall stop on the Supertram network. It's probably the only bar and restaurant to also be a maze, its HUGE and other than outdoor seating it surely doesn't feel like you're entering a restaurant. They have 3 sets of two doors but strangely only one is in use and there is no sign for this, once inside you basically go back on yourself into a dark, dingy, horrible corner where they have the lift. After leaving the lift, finding the main restaurant is equally as puzzling and difficult. Admittedly, the decor in the restaurant is unique and innovative and true style of The New World Company restaurants, albeit I preferred the Media City branch, there were many similarities with trees, huts etc. It to me felt like an old bank or barn but refurbished, possibly even a potential wedding venue. I dined here during an ongoing promotion where they offered 40% off the food bill in January and ordered my regular Chicken and Chorizo Hanging Kebab which would usually come to £13.95. I did notice the menu to be slightly stained and sticky however service was reasonable with the waitress (Becca), seems to do a lot, despite not being overly busy she seemed to have a huge workload due to them appearing understaffed and she still worked in a friendly and polite manner which is commendable. They do also offer a set menu all year round however this still at £12.95 for two courses this still ends up costing slightly more than the 40% off promotion, so I have no idea why I was offered it. Also, I found it strange that they labelled dairy-free and vegetarian on both menus but only NG (non-gluten) on the regular menu, meaning if you did order from the set menu, you'd have to cross-check between them. Sadly the slight cleanliness issue which arose with the menus seemed to continue with the cutterly (ready on the table) which also wasn't entirely clean sadly which also is uncommon by usual Botanist standards. I did enjoy the majority of my kebab, while I do feel the garlic seemed to taste more overpowering and heavy than other branches, I did also find the meat on the ends to taste a little chewy and overcooked, while the middle was fine. It still had some good flavours and was rather enjoyable and certainly warranted good value for money, even at 50% off. Certainly not the best branch of The Botanist I've been too, but my food was still pretty good, as was most aspects of my experience. I do feel a lot of small improvements do need to be made, however, only warranting a three-star rating for now.

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!

We arrived into a cold, snowy and surprisingly busy Bakewell considering the weather conditions…read more(only briefly got above freezing all day!) at around lunchtime, the centre as always was very busy, so we decided on the Pointing Dog and Duck, a bar and restaurant that was adjacent to where we had parked. Out of the centre slightly, we easily got a table without a booking, the restaurant itself being quite expansive, with a good range of seating and plenty of space. Our round table was perfect for lunch, very sociable. There is also outdoor seating too, which would be lovely on Summer's night. A woodburner added much needed heat to the restaurant, but it was still a little chilly where we were sat, because our table was next the large glass entrance door. The Pointing Dog & Duck has a sizeable bar, with a good variety of beer and wine, but it was soft drinks all round, as most people were driving. There are separate lunch and dinner menus, both of which had a decent variety of classic and more unusual dishes. Going straight for the mains, there was a good selection of dishes like fish and chips, Steak Frites, and Caesar Salad. Between the five of us though we had a pizza topped with duck, Hoisin sauce and coriander, crisp, large and tasty; a mushroom and spinach rigatoni, probably the pick of the dishes, packed full of flavour, and a decent sized portion. Two of our party opted for the Hake fillet, with Chorizo and Cannellini beans, a hearty dish perfect for a winter's day. I went for the Pdog Bacon Cheeseburger, again a sizeable, tasty burger, with a mountain of fries, but maybe next I'll be more adventurous next time. One course and lots of talking later, we were all pretty much full, no room the intriguingly named 'Snicker's Mess', maybe next time. This is definitely a venue we will visiting again soon.

Have only ever been at lunch times, but the atmosphere is really nice (very chilled out and quiet)…read more Is the sort of place you can easily sit on your own and not feel uncomfortable. Staff were very friendly and had loads of tips for things to do in the surrounding area. Amazing mushrooms on toast!!

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

I may be slightly bias as the owners are my sister-in-law to be and her husband. It has been open…read morefor about a year now. This is only the second time I have eaten here, they are very accommodating. We had our engagement party there and they were both helpful and professional. The restaurant occupies the bottom floor with a cocktail bar on the top floor, which has a fantastic lighting and music system. An equally amazing cocktail list to match, my personal personal favourite STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI, which takes me straight back to my holidays! We ate there Tuesday night with two good friends from Chorley, we had a drink in the bar then made our way to the table. There is a normal menu with starters and mains along with a tapas menu. I had the meatballs off the tapas as my starter, I was not let down by the juicy, succulent homemade meatballs. Main course normally I have a steak when we eat out, I thought I'd break the habit so I ordered chicken breast stuffed with garlic and basil, wrapped in pancetta services with new potato's (which were slightly roasted and amazing) along with a creamy tomato and chorizo sauce. Which was to die for!!!!!! After all that I was too full to have a pudding! Defiantly worth a visit!

Really liked it in here. Didn't know they do food so will definitely try that next time. the…read moreoutside bit is cool as well for those who wanna sit n smoke. Not me. No way. In the warmth upstairs. Reminds me of a cool little wine bar from the 90s. The waiters are nice eye candy and good and cocktails. And they are cheap. Music was good. Didn't check the toilets out which is unusual for Me. Would defo go back. Was very busy for Saturday. If you at loose end in chorley. Get your butt down here

Great Food/beers/wine and Fab cocktails!! All served with a…read moresmile/warmth & welcome.

Congleton now has 3-4 really great bars, this is the original. Amazing cocktails that change with…read morethe season, a lovely outside area with heaters and giant parasols. Fancy enough to make an effort on an evening but not pretentious. The food is really good as well, last time we had a mixed platter, which was really well thought out and delicious. wouldn't be my first choice for a beer with the lads, but if we're with couples, it's the first stop every time!

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

Great little place. Friendly personal service and food is top notch.read more

This is a great little restaurant near the train station in Shrewsbury…read more The menu has loads of variety, including lots of options for vegetarians. I went with 10 people last week on a work night out, and everyone really enjoyed their meals. The food is freshly cooked with lots of healthy ingredients and the presentation is lovely. Prices are approx £3-4 for a starter and approx £7-8 for a main meal, the portions are generous, but if you can fit in a dessert I recommend the Thai pancakes ;-)