Rudds, EC4

Official site of Rudds - www.ruddsblackfriars.co.uk

Official site of Rudds - www.ruddsblackfriars.co.uk

The Cos Bar is a large establishment with a street level bar and mezzanine level that leads up to another large area full of seating that I think is used more for dining as Thai food is served. The zebra and leopard print upholstery is tacky to say the least and I found the service to be lacklustre bordering on rude. I spotted two hand pumps in amongst the standard and premium draught products, but these were both off when I visited two days before Christmas. I spotted at least two plasma screens and although these were off to give way to some background music I did leave with the impression that Sky Sports is shown here. The toilets are located upstairs and The Cos Bar is closed at the weekends, although it is still available for hire seven days a week. I cannot envisage a return visit anytime time soon as I like a good proper pub.

A trendy refit bar serving a rotten pint of Courage Best and seat cover fabrics that look like they've been stolen from Marlene's knicker drawer by Boycie. That should tell you much of what you need to know.