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The Mermaid, St Albans Central, St. Albans
St. Albans
AL1 3RL
Reviews (Current Rating Average: 7½ of 10) see review guidelines
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Clive Thompson left this review about The Mermaid
The Mermaid was for a long time considered to be the premier real ale pub in St. Albans but in my opinion it has fallen behind it’s rivals a little over the last year or so. They do always have some interesting beers but I’ve found they are not always in top condition. This is perhaps due to a slowing down of trade, it certainly seems quieter than it once was and has a bit of a downbeat atmosphere. Still worth a visit to see what’s on and it’s only a few minutes stroll from St Peters Street.
On 30th January 2010
- rating: 8
[User has posted 780 recommendations about 697 pubs]
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michael thompson left this review about The Mermaid
definately worth a visit, god selection of ales available
On 3rd July 2009
- rating: 6
[User has posted 8 recommendations about 8 pubs]
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train man left this review about The Mermaid
Mauldons Mole Trap, Hanby Rainbow Chaser, Salopian Matrix, Grainstore TenFifty, Adnams Best. Old wood floor, nice studded leather settles, wood tables with cast iron base, wooden stools. Dartboard to rt of bar, opposite wall decorated with old pub & cooperage photos, old pumpclips suggest good rotation policy. Small patio to the rear with 2/3 picnic sets, car park beyond. Two bay windows with upholstered banquettes at the front. Large plasma to left of bar (dk whether they still have sky – was switched off so didn't catch the cricket score). Sarnies £3/4, burgers £4/5, jumbo mixed grill (incl rump steak & lamb chop!) £8.95. Friendly & polite welcome & service, beers in good condition.Very good traditional pub & great start to the day's crawl.
On 13th July 2008
- no rating submitted
[User has posted 413 recommendations about 412 pubs]