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The Fishermans Arms, Plymouth
Plymouth
PL1 2NN
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Strongers . left this review about The Fishermans Arms
It took a bit of walking to find the Fisherman’s Arms, up the steps of Castle Street and then through a housing block and up another set of stairs to the rear of the pub. I don’t think I took the scenic route! Outside the pub on a thin path are some small café type tables and chairs. Inside the L-shaped pub a staple shaped bar faces the entrance and to the left is some seating with more seating on a raised area beyond. To the right is more seating, that was set for dining, and at the right rear is another raised seating area.
The bar supports three handpumps that were drawing Salcombe’s Shingle Bay, Dartmoor’s Dragon’s Breath and Summerskills Brewery’s Famous Mr Jones, which is apparently brewed for this pub. There are also ten premium keg fonts on the back bar. I liked it in here because it was easy to settle, which was down to the friendly staff. No problem with returning for another pint or two.
On 22nd August 2022
- rating: 8
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E TA left this review about The Fishermans Arms
Originally The Duke of Wellington, this is an excellent pub offering just about everything. It’s close to the sea front but just tucked away enough in the surrounding housing to be free from grockles, so it has a great local feel. Superb beers and good home-cooked food, and the pleasant bar staff make you feel instantly welcome. On tap were Yellowhammer plus two other ales in perfect condition, totally justifying the GBG entries. Yorkshire puddings on the bar left over from lunchtime made for a nice bonus. The food is very good and fairly priced. Dogs are made very welcome and even catered for if you want to feed them while you enjoy a pint. This is definitely on my itinerary for future visits to Guz.
On 7th September 2021
- rating: 9
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Fishermans Arms
2nd GBG Tick and pub of the evening.
Location isn't much to shout about - surrounded by 1960's council flat properties, but the pub is charming inside.
Standout attraction was the landlady who came out an engaged in a lengthy chat with three strangers to make them feel welcome.
Beer was in good nick, from Summerskills.
Visit blogged at http://bit.ly/2MsN5nm
On 8th August 2018
- rating: 8
[User has posted 1563 recommendations about 1543 pubs]
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- Accommodation : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Bar Billiards : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Beer Festivals : No - Twice a year - last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Beer Garden : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- CAMRA Discount : No last updated 22 August 2021 by E TA
- Car Park : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Child Friendly : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Darts : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Function Room : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Hot Food : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Jukebox : Yes last updated 22 August 2021 by E TA
- Karaoke : Yes last updated 30 April 2015 by Dave McNally
- Live Music : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Live TV Sports : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Micropub : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Pinball : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Pool Table : No last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- Real Cider : Yes - summer - last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _
- WiFi : Yes last updated 28 January 2017 by Quinno _