Catcher in the Rye Reviews Summary

Staff and Service

Pros:

• "A guy served us who I think his name was Amil (so sorry if I’m wrong). Very quick in servicing and smiling all the time."
• "The staff, particularly Angel and Amir, were incredibly attentive and went above and beyond to ensure the quality of service."
• "Had to write a review after being so wonderfully looked after by Chloe."
• "The staff were friendly and kind."
• "The staff were fantastic looking after my dogs who were very welcome."
• "Nice staff and good customer service."
• "The staff were great too, Cristian and Andra looked after us well."

Cons:

• "Open mic: ridiculous (one week ago on Saturday). The girl managing it was ridiculously unprofessional."
• "If you want to be spoken to in a patronising and belittling way, come and meet the Saturday night manager."
• "Unhelpful staff."
• "Very disappointed Poor food Bad service Also, very rude and arrogant staff's and manager."
• "The service is very poor! They seem not to have enough staff to serve tables or bring food when it’s ready."
• "Waiting staff terrible."
• "The manager is really unhelpful, and she is not the right fit for the managerial position."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "Food is amazing too especially Fish&Chips, which by the way is a very good portion!"
• "They have a great vegan selection of food and their vegan chocolate orange desert is fantastic!"
• "Came in here with the family for a roast and I must say was one of the tastiest pub roasts I’ve never had in my life."
• "Very good food. All 5 of us got something different and everyone loved what they ordered."
• "Great food and good value for money."
• "Fish and chips were really good portions and really good selection of beer."
• "The food was delicious with a great atmosphere."

Cons:

• "Good place to go for a drink but wouldn't recommend eating here."
• "The food was poorly presented and just put in the microwave. I didn't look or taste anything like a Sunday roast!"
• "The food in this place is the worst I've ever come across and I travel loads."
• "Food and service was terrible."
• "Food was fine but not as good as I was expecting."
• "Vibe’s great, but the food is not as great as expected. I ordered a medium sirloin steak but it turns out to be near well done and a bit chewy."
• "The food isn't good, I understand that it's a pub but some people would like to eat some comestible food."

Ambiance and Location

Pros:

• "Nice environment and friendly staff."
• "Nice bar in Finchley Central and not too far from the station."
• "The atmosphere, decor and space is lovely and cosy - just what I want from my local."
• "It's the welcoming atmosphere that really made this pub special."
• "A gem of a pub, really well kept. Attentive and friendly Manager JJ & Team."
• "Popped in with my friends for a drink and we were so impressed with the atmosphere."
• "The pub's interior and live music added to the enjoyable ambiance, making it a perfect place for relaxed conversations with friends."

Cons:

• "They used to serve Blue Moon beer! I used to go there just for it. But unfortunately they don't serve it anymore."
• "The pub itself is in serious need of renovation. Sticky tables, 'mood' lighting, stale smelling furniture & carpeted floors aren't charming - they're just dated."
• "Pub was very clean and smart but you could tell was part of a chain as it lacked character."
• "Shame this place was half empty on a World Cup match night - perhaps it has to do with the fact the music is so loud (before and after) you can’t even chat…."
• "The place is very generic, no homely feel or any personal touches."
• "While specifically targeting a more hipster/yuppie crowd, it has done so at the alienation of everyone else."
• "The pub is nice, nice vibes, unfortunately not managed well."

Value for Money

Pros:

• "Was happy to find Staropramen on tap and well priced to boot."
• "A little bit pricier than some nearby pubs, however there are frequent offers on different beers."
• "Portions are huge and really reasonably priced which is a rarity nowadays."
• "Great beers, cider and good selection of wines and spirits."
• "Really good value meal."
• "Great alcohol selection, amazing choice on the menu, the chocolate brownies are to die for, they were moist and succulent."
• "The portion sizes are well worth the prices."

Cons:

• "Very disappointed Poor food Bad service Also, very rude and arrogant staff's and manager."
• "A little bit pricier than some nearby pubs, however there are frequent offers on different beers."
• "Food overly expensive."
• "Drinks are on the expensive side of reasonable."
• "Pricey food."
• "Food seems generally well received, but a little pricey, overall very good."
• "As pubs go it's definitely 'upmarket' and the prices reflect."