The Racketeer Reviews Summary

Ambiance and Decor

Pros:

• "The vibe was more relaxed than we expected which was an immediate positive."
• "Our guests loved the courtyard and general overall vibe."
• "It’s kind of half way between a pub and a cocktail bar, with great service and good drinks."
• "Dimly lit, elegant place playing fantastic, laid back 70’s music."
• "It's a beautiful pub with a stunning Victorian interior and original tiled flooring at the front of the pub."
• "The atmosphere is perfect -- cozy but elegant, subtle holiday decorations, beautiful vintage furniture."
• "It looks like a dingy pub from the outside and then you go inside and it's full of classy antique furniture and great drinks."
• "Lovely and quaint place, have been here twice and both times very pleasant."

Cons:

• "The neighbours have a tendency to complain about noise, which is a shame as this place deserves a good clientele."
• "It gets very stuffy at some point which is why I’m removing one star."
• "Called something different from the outside so impossible to find."
• "This place was one of the worst pubs I went to in London, the menu is sooo limited and expensive."

Drinks and Food

Pros:

• "The drinks were really well done and delicious."
• "Cocktails are reasonably priced and delicious!"
• "Offers an impressive menu of cocktails with something for almost everyone."
• "Beers and cocktails on offer were excellent, as was the service."
• "Cocktails were delicious and a very good selection of craft beers."
• "The cocktails, the vibe and the people."
• "We drank two glasses of cold IPA. Purity beers are good."
• "Loved the decor, and the biggest surprise was the downstairs area, just a shame it wasn’t open due to the season."

Cons:

• "The only issue we found was that we couldn't get away from the constant cigarette smoke coming into the bar."
• "The cheese board was really nice, but the hot dog was actually just a bratwurst with too much bread."
• "Limited range of drinks and only bar snacks available. £10 for a tiny cocktail."
• "Good. Was covid time so i was sat outside. They probably could have got twice the money out of me if they asked if I wanted anything else."

Service and Staff

Pros:

• "The bartender was inviting and helpful."
• "The staff were so kind to all of us all night, which made it feel super special."
• "The staff at the Racketeer are brilliant with quick service all night."
• "The staff were very friendly; enjoyed chatting with them while waiting for drinks."
• "The staff were super friendly, attentive and helpful and accommodating to all of our drink needs."
• "The bar staff were excellent, attentive and straight away brought tap water and snacks without even having to ask."
• "The staff were chatty and friendly. We stayed for two drinks."
• "The staff are knowledgeable and the aesthetic is stunning. Will be back often!!"

Cons:

• "Service was friendly but as I say...... Empty glasses should be filled. 3 stars for me is a good mark."
• "It’s called carpenters arm for those who might potentially get lost and try finding a pub named the racketeer."
• "Our waitress was SO lovely, funny and friendly but we didn’t get her name."
• "Called something different from the outside so impossible to find."