This place wins on two things for me:
- Outdoor seating atmosphere. The patio is like a nice tucked away English garden that can make you forget where you are.
- Food - we had a special (blackened scallops) that was way, way tasty versus "bar food" and an excellent value.
Beer in proper Imperial pints always works for me, too. I'm easy that way.
The vibe here actually reminded me several places near where I once lived in London, and many of the complaints in less favorable reviews... only bolstered that impression!