Not a local and decided to try it out due to the reviews here and on Trip Advisor. The place is dark and feels cramped, for all that it is not at all a small place. It is also very, very difficult to find. The entrance is actually on the opposite part of the building from the street it is "on."
The place is more college bar than British pub as far as atmosphere. The staff are indistinguishable from the customers but once discovered, generally helpful. I had the Royale with Cheese and it was very good. The pastry was crispy and tasty, the filling was well balanced and seasoned. I'm not sure I would recommend it as a place for dinner or just to grab a meal, but it is absolutely a place I would go to hang out with friends over drinks and food.
I would definitely come back on another trip into town, but maybe call in and order take away. I'm not sure I could deal with that atmosphere at the end of a long day of travel again when all I want is to relax and enjoy a little peace.