Simmons Bar | Old Street Reviews Summary

Atmosphere and Vibe

Pros:

• "Lots of people dropping glass but security was on it right away trying to cover it."
• "Rihanna and Vanessa were so SO amazing! They really looked after us because we were two young girls, and we felt so safe."
• "Had music in the background but not so loud that we couldn't have a chat so that's nice."
• "Fun place and good vibes. Service was good."
• "Happy hour it Simmons is always a plus and I love the spicy margarita and lychee martinis they have currently 🍸"
• "I find this whole situation completely outrageous. From having pictures of me taken unconsentually to being followed by a fully grown man, this behaviour is completely unacceptable and will be emailing to deal with this further."
• "Security is like trying to get into an airport on a Monday night, made everyone feel uncomfortable, and followed us inside."
• "Terrible service we got kicked out 6 of us because 1 of us (happens to be a gay man) vaped by MISTAKE."

Cons:

• "Would not recommend visiting and wasting your time, god knows how many people have been in the same position and not left a review to share it."
• "It was okay but, way over crowded to the point you could barely move."
• "Martin was great but the other guy who served us was not pleasant to look at or talk to. No smile, gave the impression that we were bothering him."
• "Very upset and disappointed- Myself and a group of 7 girls one guy came to this bar as part of our staff night out on Monday 6th November 2023."
• "Ridiculous- we got told at 2pm on a Saturday in 31 degree heat that we weren’t allowed to wear our sunglasses inside even though it’s bright in there and there’s windows everywhere."
• "Arrived to see a group of friends - was turned away at the door for being dressed in tracksuit bottoms (they were nice, plain, black)."
• "When we went to Simmons for a birthday celebration, we had such an amazing time and it was all due to 1 manager, I believe her name was Vanessa, she went above and beyond her job description to make our experience there that much more special."
• "Went in the afternoon with a friend, it was quiet. We had to show ID’s, and after that the girl who checked them went back to her friends."

Staff and Service

Pros:

• "Place is fantastic, great vibes, happy hour prices are reaaallly good (2.5 for beers, 10 for 2 cocktails, and 15 for a tea pot of cocktail)."
• "The staff here are absolute heroes! I would come back here in a heartbeat, for the delicious cocktails and warm vibes."
• "Had an amazing first experience at your bar, the place looked great, drinks selection are amazing, but the cherry on the cake by far was the Aeron who had an amazing knowledge of the menu."
• "Shantelle and Martins was great with their service but there was another Caucasian lady that was not really unfriendly and pushing past me all the time with no apology."
• "Came in here right before the Friday night rush. Tyler was so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and patient to make suggestions."
• "Such a fab place! Tasty drinks, a great atmosphere, and absolutely fantastic staff."
• "Been here a couple of times and one of your managers, Evan I think her name is is always super welcoming, friendly and knows her stuff."
• "On a tiring Tuesday evening, my girlfriend and I approached this inviting, dazzling bar and were pleasantly greeted with tasteful lighting and amazing service from the bartenders, Tyler and Evan."

Cons:

• "The worst Simmons I’ve ever been to- we had booked a voucher for a free bottle of Prosecco and they refused to let us in despite our booking for no reason."
• "Booked a table area for 14 people, had one small table with 4 chairs for the evening."
• "Great customer service and such a vibe in simmons old street! The music was brilliant. Alicia served us all night and she made my friends birthday so special, she was so polite and friendly."
• "Had a great time last Friday, really friendly girl on the bar. Can’t remember her name but she had long black braids."
• "Awful experience! Visited in the summer of 2021, treated awfully by the security."
• "Not a vibe for a non british people. Staff is weird. I wanted to order a beer and a glass of water i was refused to be served."
• "Paid £25 for a booking online for a table of 6 with my mates at 12:30 am."
• "Visited for my friends 25th Birthday, it was amazing! The staff made her night one to remember for sure."