J.D. Wetherspoon in general

Wetherspoons was founded by 1979, and it's chain of pubs have been spreading steadily across the U.K ever since. All pubs have a non-music policy - which many people enjoy, as it creates a social atmosphere and allows speech without raised voices. The food offers great value for money - but it can be quite random with regards to the quality. For example, i've been served a mixed grill one week where the steak is perfectly cooked and tender - then the next week the same dish has been burned, dry and scrawny. I suppose for the price, you can afford to take the gamble. There was also a bit of controversy recently when it was discovered that ...

I'd love to review a Wetherspoon specifically but I eat in far too many of them to limit myself! I suppose the ones I go to most often are in Potters Bar and in Cheshunt and they're both pretty similar in many respects despite appearing slightly different on the outside. What's great about Wetherspoons is that you can get a really good traditional meal in just a few minutes and for a low price too. You go in, place your order at the bar, get your pint (or whatever drink you've ordered) right away then go and sit down while the kitchen prepares your meal. It's then bought over to you when it's ready and all the while you've been able to ...

Wetherspoons is a pub chain in the UK. I've been in a fair few of them in my four years as a student, simply because the food and drinks are equally cheap. In particular I've spent time in those in central Glasgow (Sauchiehall St, the Lloyds Bar, and the Counting House on George Square). One of the other main draws for me with the chain is the frequent lack of music or sports, because sometimes you just want a quiet drink without having to raise your voice in order to be heard. In my experience the pubs are generally roomy and well-kept - they mostly have pretty large premises - and the staff friendly and decently trained. There is lots of varied seating, and ...