Ninth Life Reviews Summary

Atmosphere and Decor

Pros:

• "Love the decor of this place, it is so quirky and fresh!!!!!"
• "The creative, artistic vibes of this place is what makes it here and you really must check out the different areas."
• "The interior was quirky and staff friendly too."
• "I love the vibe of this pub, it's so colourful and eclectic."

Cons:

• "On the minus side, rather grubby. I don't like touching the doors, which feel sticky."
• "Garish paint job on outside of pub I found off putting but don't be deceived this is a lovely quirky pub."
• "I have never seen any place try so hard to be cool as this place. Less is often more guys."
• "The place looks amazing. Thank you to the bouncers again."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The sharing platter was delicious, perfectly presented and a really generous portion size."
• "Food was amazing too, jerk chicken with rice and peas cooked beautifully."
• "Super value for money. A cheese burger with bacon, stacked with gurkens onions lettuce and a gorgeous sauce burger cooked to perfection."
• "The food was amazing. The staff were bubbly and friendly and the beer garden is the perfect touch to a sunny warm Sunday afternoon."

Cons:

• "Brought a flat coke this was changed straight away. Food came it was cold it was taken back reheated in the microwave."
• "Some of the worst food I've ever had. Absolutely everything was stale."
• "Pork overcooked, came with the smallest slicer of crackling and the gravy was too salty."
• "Food was alright but not great. Pork overcooked, came with the smallest slicer of crackling and the gravy was too salty."

Service and Staff

Pros:

• "Served up by a team who take great pride in what they do and enjoy seeing customers enjoy their creations."
• "Love this pub! Been a few times now and never disappointed. Staff are always friendly and welcoming which is nice."
• "Very efficient, friendly service."
• "The staff were friendly and there was a good choice of food."

Cons:

• "The only thing I didn't like was the service at the bar. It was quite busy but the 2 bar staff hadn't grasped the concept of who arrived at the bar first."
• "Really wanted to support this place as it's in my local area. Been twice (about 4 months apart) both times have booked a table online & arranged to meet friends there- both times there has been no food!!!"
• "I have liked this pub since it opened a few years back, and have been a regular.... until now. Two weeks ago me, my partner and two friends went on a Saturday evening and the experience was completely ruined by their rude, aggressive security staff."
• "Security are extremely rude. I am disabled and wheelchair bound and was made to feel less-than throughout my entire visit."

Price and Value

Pros:

• "Super value for money. A cheese burger with bacon, stacked with gurkens onions lettuce and a gorgeous sauce burger cooked to perfection."
• "This is definitely a hidden gem in south east London. The manager Tom has done wonders with the place since taking over."
• "Best pub in Catford. Loads of events. Friendly staff and always something fun going on. Lots of drinks choices and the pub is huge with a large garden."
• "Good to see a pub that genuinely wants to provide a fantastic experience for its patrons."

Cons:

• "South EAST London at it best. 33 pounds for two beers and two mains."
• "The food was delicious, the staff very friendly and helpful, the music... Spot on! Lovely sun trap garden with a very eclectic mix and great murals. Will definitely go back and experience the immersive theatre."
• "Drinks are served in plastic cups from a certain time."
• "Drink prices are well over priced and service can be slow."