This is honestly one of the best patios in the area and has recently been updated with new tables, benches and chairs to replace the plastic lawn furniture that was here before. I have a feeling this is due to the increased competition in the area with the Firkin having recently renovated and The Garage re-opening before the Summer.
The service is usually pretty fast here, and if you stick to bottled beer you can't go far wrong. For whatever reason, I feel awful the next day after a pint or two of draught beer at this place.
Regarding the food, it's standard pub fare and nothing to write home about. I was here last night with a friend who had the Cobb Salad and it looked pretty good, so maybe things are looking up on the food side too.
Summary: Come for the patio, not the food or draught beers.