Why is it that all the Ciao surveys that I get sent nowadays only have a reward of 10p? Or am I the...
Why is it that all the Ciao surveys that I get sent nowadays only have a reward of 10p? Or am I the only one that's getting those ones? Alexandra x (arrrrgggghhhh - it's gotten worse, the last one I received was only 5p!)
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I work just down the street from The Crown and have been a frequent visitor for over 12 years. Since my first visit it has transformed from a grotty side street pub that to its current guise of more up-market lounge bar.
++++++ Layout ++++++
On entering the front doors of the Crown you immediately see the long bar, covering the whole of the back wall, which is directly opposite the doors. To the right is a section of high bar tables, a couple of slot machines and access to the toilets, to the left are the comfy sofas, behind which is the main food seating area, which consists of booths and small tables.
+++++++++++ Food & Drink +++++++++++
The food is pretty much traditional pub grub such as steak baguettes, burgers, chips etc but they also have a daily specials board which usually has slightly more adverturous fayre. The food quality is not bad but not amazing - middle of the road really - and the food prices are fairly standard for a city centre bar.
Drinks are as you would expect from a pub but they also have an extensive wine list and a very complicated looking coffee machine that will fire out most variations of coffee and hot chocolate. Compared to other local pubs the prices for soft drinks are fairly steep (£1.15 for half a pint of coke), beer/lager is pretty much standard but again the wine list is fairly pricey but they tell me that is because they have better quality wines than the other nearby bars.
++++++++++++ Entertainment ++++++++++++
They have a late licence and frequently stay open until 2am at weekends with a DJ or live music. For sports fans there is the draw of the big screen - you can't wear football shirts though if you want to be admitted. During sports tournaments such as football, matches are quite often ticket only to avoid any trouble or overcrowding, unfortunately this can take away some of the atmosphere.
This is not a family friendly pub - children are not allowed!
++++++++ The Staff ++++++++
The staff are usually very welcoming and friendly, although recently I have noticed that they appear to have a couple of eastern european staff whose command of the English language isn't always the best but they are learning fast!
++++++++ Clientele ++++++++
As The Crown is located in the middle of the business district and not far from the Arndale Centre, the clientele is mainly local office workers and shoppers out on a day trip.
++++++++++ Cleanliness ++++++++++
The bar and eating area is kept fairly clean, in very busy periods it can take a while for the staff to clear dirty plates and glasses from tables but that is only to be expected. As it has only fairly recently undergone a refurbishment the decor is fairly fresh and clean looking.
The toilets are a different story - I suppose they are kept fairly clean but you can rarely find toilet paper, except for the reams of it lying on the floor and you'll be lucky if there is soap or anything to dry your hands on.
+++++++++ Conclusion +++++++++
I like the Crown for a quick lunchtime drink and dine. The food quality isn't gourmet but if you like reasonably priced chips, salad and a steak sandwich or burger then this is the place for you.
TOP TIP: If you want to eat there on a Friday then it's best to get there around 12 o'clock or you will be struggling to get a table and the food service is fairly slow until around 2pm - it gets very busy!
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