by Alex Murphy
Always a chilled amd relaxed environment. Reasonably priced. Every time my friends and i come here we love the beer garden. Decided to come in this evening for a drink and a catch up. Had a thatchers gold in the sunshine.£3.75 for a pint. We haven't eaten here today but had food here before which is always good. I like the fact the pool table here is outside in a calm relaxed environment that is good for catching up with friends. Music is always at a good level for chatting and it means that you have nice background noise without being too invasive. The decor is fun without being too gawdy and the tables and chairs outside remind me a little of big brother with fake grass/ astro turf style. There is a separate area for non smokers and funky coloured flower pot ashtrays in the smoking area with separate benches. Toilets are clean and well maintained. Although there are the odd few drawings on the door there has been obvious attempts to prevent/ cover these. The toilets are fresh smelling which is good for a pub environment. At the time we entered the premises there was a gentleman doing maintenance in the toilets, so you can see they are well looked after. This is one of my favourite venues in Southend due to the fact i am transgendered. I always feel welcome and at ease here. Good staff who are always pleasent and polite. Nothing is too much trouble.

The Alex

53 Alexandra Street
Southend-On-Sea, Essex
SS1 1BW
Phone: 01702 436 077