Copper Mine, High Jobs Bank, Crook

Blue Scrumpy left this review about Copper Mine

Split into several sections, this pub is primarily for dining. It feels quite rustic inside with bare boards and a dark feel, perhaps meant to make it look like a copper mine. Although, I've never seen a mine with wallpaper.

The bar is in front of you as you arrive and I was immediately pounced upon by one of the female staff members. I'd already managed to have a quick glance around and saw no free tables that weren't made up for diners. So, I asked for a drink and it was already my plan to have lunch if a table was available. The car park had looked very busy and nearly all tables were occupied at 12:30. So, I doubted whether I'd get a spot. But as luck would have it, they fitted me in.

On the bar, there were 3 handpulls. With one beer having just gone (or so they said), it left just Consett Ale Works Steeltown Bitter as the solitary choice. John Smith's was on cask, along with a couple of ciders - Aspall's & Strongbow Dark Fruits.

The menu offers a wide selection of food. Nevertheless, I opted for the special, which was a chicken kebab stack.

This wasn't the kind of place where you could really have a wander around, but I did notice a potted history of Crook on one of the walls. Another was promoting the cocktail of the week, a mix of Malibu, Blue Curacao, Lemonade & Orange Juice which they had titled Rum & Dumber.

Both children and dogs were present. I'd have to say that my kebab stack was very enjoyable, despite a reasonably lengthy wait. But with the business they were doing, the wait was no particular surprise. A better ale selection would have been preferable, but the environment was nice and the staff were friendly. So, if you're looking for a decent meal in the Crook area, this is definitely the place to head for.

On 11^th September 2024 - rating: 6
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