Pubs, bars and alehouses in Basingstoke. Some pubs serve food. Closing times may vary..
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Agree with Keith in his review regarding service. Would add that cafe not always open. Pub can be noisy with booming music, kids running around screaming and dogs barking. Not friendly service, when... More »
Waited for five minutes and no one came to serve me. Walked out and won't be back. Don't bother to visit, not worth the energy.... More »
Fell and broke my toe. Owner tried to cover it up. Very clicky and badly run. Fred has no customer skills.... More »
I guess its all locals writing reviews about this place. Must say when i entered all eyes averted in my direction wasnt made to feel welcome just slightly uncomfortable as if i shouldnt... More »
Brilliant time frendly pub nice people l will visit l be back and a lot of people nice good home cooked food Hugh... More »
Last night was the first time that I had visited the White Hart in Worting Road, Basingstoke and it will not be my last. Atmosphere - a great lively and friendly pub with lots... More »
Love the atmosphere in this pub, from 20 years ago this pub has improved with age. Fantastic opportunity to enjoy a cheap evening out with friends or a meal with family. A... More »
We have just held a family Wake at the pub, I spent a few days phoning round various places to get prices and to talk to the owners in the majority of cases... More »
I've just seen both reviews on Laarsens and feel the need to defend this watering hole ! Now as a member of the weekend door team ( 4 years this Xmas ) I... More »
Old pub but under new management well done to Stewart georgie and chris for all the hard work they have put into getting this new look pub looking great.if you like good musice and... More »
Under new management for long term the couple there Steve and Mary have put the heart back into a great pub. A little bit of tlc and a lot of passion has given... More »
Pleasant atmosphere in this quirky old building of character. Great music for dancing when the DJ plays the soul and funk through the decades (later in the evening). Beware the floor walkers, who... More »
I agree with the review from 22nd December. Laarsens' clientele are mainly loud, parochial football types. Same applies to the barmen, most of whom so obviously lack people skills and a customer service... More »
An ambivalent owner who seems to care little for customer satisfaction or service. Rude and agressive door staff. This place has a bad reputation and for good reason. This really is the last... More »
The soldiers return pub was the 1st pub my mum and dad took me 2 back in 1966, now i'm 47 years old i'm looking 4ward to the 25th of may to meet... More »
Anyone know what time the bang bar closes on weekend nights? anyone know what time the bang bar closes on weekend nights?... More »
The wheatsheaf is a down to earth family pub and old fasion feeling not all wood and brass and glass. the land lord wants the people to come in to have a good time. So... More »
Slow service and poor cooking. I was really disappointed by everything. I think any good reviews for this place can only have been written by the management.... More »
I just wanted to say that I have been into The Winkle a couple of times over the last few weeks and I have enjoyed there cask ale's. They have Sharps Doom Bar on... More »
Totally awful experience, what a waste of money and time. Toilets stink, beer expensive, food mediocre.... More »
Super ales and great staff. Nice location. Dogs welcome. No quiz on Thursdays anymore though. Recomended.... More »
Under new ownership, and getting back to its former glory. Nice to see owners who know what their doing. New fantastic menu, reasonably priced with lots of choice and well stocked bar. Very... More »
I tried a meal with my daughter in preparation for booking somewhere for a family dinner. Bar staff were curteous and prompt. Food was hot and full of flavour. I recommend the pork... More »
From the moment we walked in we were made to feel welcome - what a change to feel valued as a customer The staff are smart and knowledgeable on the menus and the place... More »
Hair in our already poorly presented food and no form of an apology. fortunately only a short drive to Ellisfield... More »
Possibly the best pub for many a mile. sunday lunch was great as was the welcome and service glad to see things are very much back on track... More »
The Winkle has now opened a Cafe serving full english from 9am till 3pm Monday to Saturday. Next time you are in the area come on in and try one. The Winkle serve cask conditioned... More »
Totally agree with Gordon. Fresh is best and unless your a rabbit you won't eat fresher! If your a real food lover and appreciate good service then without going to your mums you... More »
An attempt is being made to ensure the pub remains a pub and not turned into flats, mosque, housing etc. by the local Conservatives. jion the fight to save the Buckskin and sign... More »
Absolutely LOVED our meal here! We ordered the 'special' which was partridge with the most delicious stuffing and other side dishes - highly recommended food and very friendly staff. Lovely atmosphere of a... More »
The reviews on Beerintheevening.com really say it all about this place. It's difficult to be positive when so much is negative.... More »
Looking for good quality, good service, fresh food and free parking at affordable prices then try Kwai 2. Don't believe me, check thier testimonials on thier site. I feel too old for town... More »
Perhaps I just went on a bad day, i'll try it again one day, but not soon. My steak was well done and I asked for medium and the beer hadn't had time... More »
My friend and I enjoyed lunch at the pub yesterday. There was soft pleasant music as a background. The food was excellent and the service was good. Both the gentleman and lady who served us... More »
I visited the portsmouth arms about 3 weeks ago on a monday lunchtime. The waitress was friendly and brought the food quickly. She asked how the meal was and I replied very good.... More »
I'm not sure what the previous reveiw was all about but we have visted this pub on numerous occasions over the past few months and found it very pleasing. I understand it was... More »
I do not enjoy writing a bad report for a dining experience however this warrants it. We visited the crown [first time] Sunday for lunch. Upon reading their menu it looked very pleaseing allbeit... More »
...the Buckskin appears to be no more. The smashed up till lay outside the pub for sometime before it was boarded up. I suspect never to open again.... More »
Long time ago you must remember the good times in the ,i do the crack was brilliant even when sylvia came in with my bag of clothes she through them accoss the... More »
Really nice modern pub with brilliant food and wine. Beer garden is a sun trap and quiet, and there are skittles in a separate building. Well worth a visit for dinner... More »
I recently had ameal in the Fox and was happy to see tht there is now a new, more traditional and reasonably priced menu in place serving English fayer. The pub is now... More »
I remember the Winkle and have fond memories, I live in Australia and spent a year or so in Basingstoke 1989/90/91 playing cricket for Rotherwick with Bushy (was the landlord in the 90's)... More »
As landlady of the winkle it is great to read the reviews. Thanks to all my wonderful regulars for a fantastic 2 years and heres to many many more!!... More »
New to the area and have never been in the winkle due to gossip that the pub is known for bad rep for fighting. always wanted to pop in for a pint but... More »
It has been along time since I drank in the Winkle. I use to be there most Friday nights for years, until I moved to America. It is nice to here that I... More »
The winkle is a great pub , the way pubs should be friendly and lively. I used to work there quite a few years ago and can see a brilliant change happening.... More »
Just a quick line to anyone who regularly attends the Winkle - one of the pubs stalwarts, Wilf Painting, passed away last Tuesday aged 84. If you would like details of the funeral, etc,... More »
The last few weeks I have been visiting The Winkle Pub in Winklebury. I have to say that moving to this area I was dreading trying to find a pub that I could... More »
I find the last comment quite offensive and would say that all newcomers are welcome at the winkle. The locals are very friendly and if anyone is made to feel un welcome then... More »
The Winkle is under new Management and they've done out the back bar a bit but unfortunately you cant tart up the local clientele who spoil the new landlord's initiatives - same mafia... More »
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