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Angel in the Fields, Marylebone, W1
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Reviews of Angel in the Fields (Average Rating: 5½ of 10) see review guidelines
Moby Duck left this review about Angel in the Fields
Typical Smiths set up,inside the dark woodwork on one hand is something to behold, upon the other it leads to a rather dark and dingey pub. They have cask here but I opted for my default Sam Smiths beer, Export Stout on keg and consistently good. The pub is ok for what it is but not a pub I'd frequent on a regular basis.
On 21st March 2024
- rating: 6
[User has posted 1872 recommendations about 1845 pubs]
Will Larter left this review about Angel in the Fields
Quite a large, photogenic pub on a prominent corner, though the busy road means any photographers have to be careful where they put themselves and wait for the opportune moment for the shot. Once inside it's a comparative haven of peace. As with many Sam Smith's pubs there's lots of dark wood panelling which matches the bar counter in style and colour. My notes made at the same say "very nice", which I think was prompted by the appearance and ambience, but it could also have applied to the beer: Old Brewery Bitter served by hand pump and scoring NBSS 3.5. It's not often in my experience that their cask beer is this good; though I know some of my drinking companions would say it's a cracking pint, this seems to be generally based on optimism rather than evidence. On this occasion I was glad to be able to compliment the licensee on the quality of the beer. Spread a little joy, that's my motto.
Date of visit: 8th January 2024
On 25th February 2024
- rating: 6
[User has posted 3740 recommendations about 3477 pubs]
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Quinno _ left this review about Angel in the Fields
Wasn’t much looking forward to my revisit so my chum could tick it off as part of our Sam’s Challenge but things seem to have improved. A former Henekeys pub, the neo-Gothic fittings remain with the floral-themed stained glass windows being the star; and visiting during early afternoon meant that they were better appreciated. The downstairs bar is really quite small but has had a spruce-up in the last 10 years, and the appearance of burning logs in the large stone fireplace helped immensely. Interesting cross-section of Sam’s punters – students, soaks, North Americans and faded bohemians who no doubt were minor celebs in the area 50 years ago. No cask OBB here, but my Man in a Box was the best example I've had. Worth a look-in.
September 2010
A two floored Sam Smith’s outlet located five minutes away from Oxford Street. As with many Sam Smith’s pubs in London there’s a bit of heritage factor about the place, in this case the wood panelling and ornate ancient-looking stained glass windows downstairs public bar which otherwise feels very drab and small – not helped by the uncomfortable seating – most depressing. The lounge bar upstairs is a rather nicer looking affair and should be quite cosy. However it wasn’t because the staff had propped open the downstairs door so cold air was blowing up the wind tunnel stairs and into the room; there was a fire there but it doesn’t look like it gets used much which is a shame as this room could be a real selling point. There’s a dartboard available, although you’ll be lucky to get near it most evenings. Drinks-wise, it’s the usual Sam Smiths selection (excluding their token real ale of OBB) and cheap prices so you takes your pick. I did notice in here that fridge wasn’t particularly well stocked – I couldn’t locate any of their Oatmeal Stout for example. To be honest I didn’t enjoy my visit and I doubt I’ll go back again now I’ve seen the windows. Rated 5
On 11th February 2020
- rating: 7
[User has posted 5081 recommendations about 5064 pubs]
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- Accommodation : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Bar Billiards : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Beer Festivals : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Beer Garden : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- CAMRA Discount : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Car Park : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Child Friendly : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Darts : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Dog Friendly : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Function Room : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Hot Food : Yes - Not Saturday or Sunday - last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Jukebox : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Karaoke : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Live Music : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Live TV Sports : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Micropub : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Pinball : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Pool Table : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Quiz Night : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 25 February 2024 by Will Larter
- Real Cider : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
- WiFi : No last updated 11 February 2020 by Quinno _
