Latest reviews from Nottingham Mapperley

“It's impossible not to lime this place. Maybe a tad behind the times, with only six taps compared to some of the behemoths today. However quality outpaced quantity, and with a lambic, imperial BIPA and farmhouse ale among the six taps, you certainly cannot complain. If you want more, well... I counted six bottle fridges so go for your life. An excellent beer pub.“

jjsint 767 days ago

“This is a nice little micropub in Mapperley that only caught my attention recently (although they seem to have been open since 2018). It's not open very often (Thu-Sun, do check the hours) and feels like almost a one-man operation, but we'll worth coming here to see what's on. On my visit there were Black Iris x2, Elephant School and Lottle critters on the four handpulls. So not masses of choice but the four beers will be something you want to drink. The place itself is very clean, friendly and comfortable. As the name suggests, they often have live groups (although I can't imagine where they'd go in this tiny place - from their social media looks like outside).“

jjsint 818 days ago

“Slightly posh and 'restaurant-y' pub in the Castle Rock stable, but fear not: drinkers are very welcome and the beer selection is as brilliant as in most Castle Rock pubs. It was quiet when I went in, which made the spaciousness even more noticeable. Still quite a few customers dotted about. The beer is centred on Castle Rick on cask and keg but there's an excellent little beer fridge with lots of (mostly) modern UK craft (Burnt Mill, Polly's) and classic Belgians. I really like this place, and didn't expect to find such a great beer pub out in Mapperley. Its not as cheap as the city centre pubs but it's attracting a different crowd. Food menu is simple but readomable and looks good. There's a bit of seating which is a 'brewery graveyard' i.e. memorabilia from breweries that have closed.“

jjsint 818 days ago

“Kraft Werks is a little way out of town but it’s well worth making the effort (about half an hour’s walk from the centre of town, perhaps only 10 minutes by bus) and I’d highly recommend that you make the effort to go there! There’s a bar with six taps (one cask and five keg) plus a terrific selection of bottles, all arranged by style, from the many fridges that line the back walls. It’s casual and relaxed, with plenty to keep the serious beer geek happy. The barman was friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. They’d just finished an Oktoberfest when we visited so it’s appropriate that the seating is at long tables with fold up benches. The decoration is minimal and they don’t do food but pizza can be ordered in. (Visited 10 October 2017).“

Boudicca 2170 days ago

“Lively & popular Castle Rock pub with a fine range of beers, around 12-15 on cask & keg, split between the brewery’s own beers and guests. Very popular with diners, the food is great. I’ve always enjoyed my visits here“

Cheeseboard 2351 days ago

“Great taproom and bottle shop with a selection from around the globe. Around 6 or 7 usually on keg. Interesting & well curated mix of beers that would please most tastes. A welcoming atmosphere, Os is a great host“

Cheeseboard 2558 days ago

“Great bottle shop/tap room in Sherwood. Big range of bottle from British, european & American brewers. About 7 taps, mainly keg, offering some often hard to find (and strong!) beers. Very reasonably priced. A must visit“

nn83 2774 days ago

“Fantastic tap room and bottle shop with a selection from around the globe. Good choice of taps and a single hand pump serving well kept ales. Always an interesting, and often rare, mix of beers that would please groups with the most eclectic of tastes. A welcoming atmosphere, knowledgable staff and Oktoberfest style seating this is a real gem of a place!“

craftkungfu 2775 days ago

“Much needed place in Nottingham/Sherwood - it’s a bottle shop and bar in one, that has a friendly atmosphere and a decent selection of beers - small but ever changing on draught, and wider in bottles. They are up for listening if you want to suggest other beers for them to serve. Quite small so be prepared to sit on a bench and make friends!“

alockwood 3179 days ago

“In the north-eastern suburb of Mapperley, this Nottingham Wetherspoon pub is set back from the main road at a junction which, for a pub, is in a non-conventional single floored building. You have to walk through the patio area to get into the pub which is light and airy at its front due to the long glass windows, and less well lit to the rear although the plush decor adds its own brightness. There’s more of a feel of restaurant than pub in this one although the usual Wetherspoon menus and rotating ales applies so it’s good for both. There’s a nice modern looking central to the room fireplace area which is a good place to sit around in winter.“

ManVsBeer 3725 days ago

“One of Wetherspoon’s more interesting conversions simply as it’s a former red brick bus depot garage with an entrance placed where the double-deckers once passed through. Inside it’s a fairly familiar affair with an open plan room with a decent soft-furnished finish. The bar along the left hand side has seats on a second level above it but still within the main area. There’s actually a double balcony in here and some impressive mirrors hanging above the bar. There’s a couple of rows of real ales that rotate and you’ll probably find a Nottingham Brewery beer or two here.“

ManVsBeer 3728 days ago