Red Monkey, Redland, Bristol

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Renamed and under new ownership since my last review following the sad passing of previous landlord Mark Farrell, the basic layout and décor remains the same, although it has had some of the rough edges softened somewhat. I still think it could do with some low background music to improve the atmosphere though, even if that isn’t the ethos of a micropub, but when there’s only a couple of other punters in, it really is far too quiet.

The suspended ceiling tiles remain unfortunately, but the walls have been plastered and whitewashed, as well as the addition of some wood panelling which is mostly a dark green colour, but also topped with white in places. A selection of bottles is displayed on a shelf around much of the permitter, and beer mats were affixed to the wall above this. The bench seating has been replaced with Chesterfield style fitted benches although the material used was curiously shiny. There was also a small selection of branded pub merchandise for sale, including tee shirts and baseball caps.

Beers on tap were Wye Valley’s Butty Bach and HPA which appear to be the regulars, along with New Bristol Brewery’s Joy of Sesh, Electric Bear’s Alpha Beta and Twisted Oak’s Slippery Slope. Ciders meanwhile were North Street on keg, with boxes of Taunton Dry, Taunton Medium, South Hams Vintage and Black Dragon. The landlord was friendly and helpful, and whilst I wouldn’t necessarily go out of my way to visit, it’s certainly a decent bet if in the vicinity.

On 23^rd November 2024 - rating: 6
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