The Old Bell, Harpenden

Unfortunately this pub has fallen from grace over the past few years, despite its strong history and lovely building the landlord is not particularly welcoming and during the week the staff are too busy on drinks orders for the restaurant than serving the bar customer.

Food is expensive for a pub and is often of a basic standard despite the restaurant being regularly busy. I can only assume that the diners are happy with mediocre food.

However, if the landlord possesses such an uncivil attitude (sign outside displays "Steve offers a warm welcome" ) it does little to encourage repeat visits. I have since reverted to taking a taxi to far more welcoming pubs that offer what one would expect from a hospitality business.

3 Dec 2009 17:26