The Pub

Deep red patterned carpets, dark wood paneling, frosted glass windows, wall-mounted lamps and that slight brewery aroma, all contribute to the real pubby feel of The Pub Discuss this article

Deep red patterned carpets, dark wood paneling, frosted glass windows, wall-mounted lamps and that slight brewery aroma, all contribute to the real pubby feel of The Pub. The Royal Mail post box in the wall and classic English red phone box at the entrance leave you in no doubt that this is a British pub. The walls are hung with olde English advertising for such patriotic favourites as Coleman’s mustard, Lipton tea and Cadbury’s.
Though the lighting was muted and a faint haze of smoke hung in the air, The Pub was not stuffy. Regulars seemed to be propping up the bar and keeping their hands busy with hearty pints. We found a corner table with a comfy banquette, where we tucked into wholesome pub grub.

The ubiquitous Caesar salad seems to have found its way onto most Dubai Pub menus and it wasn’t left out here either. We were brought a breadboard stacked with chunky white farmhouse bread and warm tomato relish, which was delicious and should be considered a meal on its own. The Shepherds Pie was not a memorable one; the mash on top was soft and sloppy. The burger, of Dagwood proportions, and also served on a board was difficult to eat, but the beef patty was tasty.

Our waiter was very jovial and obliging. The night we visited The Pub it was quiet, but a few more patrons would pep up the ambience of this traditional local. We enjoyed the food, although it seemed a little mass-produced and lacked the homemade touch of true pub grub.

• Previous reviews
  • 26 March,2008- reviewed by Jeremy Lawrence
  • 12 March,2007- reviewed by Time Out Dubai Staff
  • 01 December,2004- reviewed by Matthew Lee
  • 01 January,2002- reviewed by Time Out Dubai Staff

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