Week Thirty Forty Eight
December had arrived (but we are in February Jack? I'm working on it alright) so everyone was getting into the festive spirit and keen to go out for drinks. On the Friday it was my biggest fan's (Chris Hazell) birthday so it was a night out around Clapham. Before that Will Wright, Griggsy and I went for a few drinks around London Bridge.
Special guests include: Will Wright, Tom Griggs, Brynne Mccord, Josh Beebee, Jamie Collins, Will Matthews, Natalie Langley, Lizzie, My biggest fan (Chris Hazell) and Lee Ryan.
Summary of Brew Wharf
Name: Brew Wharf
Type: Bar
Location: Brew Wharf Yard, Stoney Street, London Bridge, London, SE1 9AD
Website: http://www.brewwharf.com
Date Visited: 05/12/14
Price: Classic
Rating: 3.4/5
Review
Summary of No. 32
Before heading over to Clapham old town, I headed over to London Bridge for a few post work drinks (your such a cliche) with Griggsy and Will Wright. After trying a few pubs, which were all unsuitably rammed, we decided on the Brew Wharf which has an impressive entrance through the railway arches. Pretty cool opening it must be said.
Inside and the bar is nice and spacious with many tables but plenty of room to stand around near the bar too. I thought the lighting was a bit aggressive, however there was a buzzy atmosphere to the place. I can only imagine that it is absolutely heaving and bustling in the summer as it's outside area at the front of the property looked rather sociable (if that's possible?!).
There was a decent range of beer too and the set up of bar was also impressive. Looking at the website, Brewharf was created by the Michelin restauranter Claudio Pulze (oh him? It must be good then) so I imagine the food here would'n't be too shabby either.
The impressive bar of Brew Wharf
I liked this place as it wasn't too busy but a good atmosphere inside. While coming out of the toilet I was stopped by 3 bouncers/security type folk who had to stop all toilet goers exiting. This was because Lee Ryan was being escorted from upstairs through the back exit. Lee clocked me and suddenly clicked that it was another notorious restauranteur...he tried to make his way back to get an autograph but Alas the moment had passed.
Me, Will and Griggs
Summary of No. 32
Name: No. 32 The Old Town
Type: Trendy Bar
Location: 32 The Pavement, Clapham Old Town, London, SW4 0JE
Website: http://www.no32theoldtown.co.uk/
Date Visited: 05/12/14
Price: Nothing mental
Rating: 3.86/5
Review
After leaving Brew Wharf it was time to head off to Clapham Old Town to celebrate my biggest fan's (Chris Hazell) birthday. We briefly visited Jam Tree and The Sun (both decent outfits) before heading to No. 32. Here we were joined by a strong unit (Lee Ryan had other plans) with the drinks flowing and the dance moves glowing.
No. 32 is a trendy looking bar which was formerly known as The Frog. God it's better than the Frog, which had a terrible feel to the place and my least favourite watering hole in Old Town by some distance. No. 32 however could be one of my new faves (sorry for the abbreviation use) with it having wicked modern art esque decor inside with decent mood lighting and good music.
It also has a strong gender split, which is always important, and something The Frog was not particularly successful at achieving. There was a strong group of us there celebrating Chris' birthday which obviously makes a night more enjoyable. I distinctly remember the barman being very impressive with a fantastic knowledge of all the different gin's on offer and which one he would recommend. A rarity to have a knowledgeable barman these days.
The gang celebrating Mr. Hazell's birthday
One to return this bar as there are booths dotted around the outskirts, the bar is situated in the middle which in turn creates a very sociable atmosphere. I am told its a popular haunt on a Saturday. Recommend.
Special Shoutout
Winner: Tom Griggs
Another regular reader of the blog who has been a keen supporter and close friend for many years. This man has the patience of a saint and has overcome his rare allergy to the internet to become a weekly reader. For that loyalty and continue readership....I thank you.
Poem Advice
Are you in London Bridge?
Wanting a spacious bar
Brew Wharf is the place to go to
The creators got a michelin star
Then your off to Clapham Oldtown,
To No. 32 the cool trendy haunt
It used to be a place called the Frog
Which was depressing and gaunt
Many thanks once again. Your support and loyalty is greatly appreciated.
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