The Star Of Kings, Back Bar

Strange experience. I had dinner with two of my friends at The Star of Kings and we ended our meal fairly disappointed. We ordered fried chicken tacos, as well as some chips and guac. The tacos were pretty small, so we actually ended up needing to order more, but they tasted good. The chips were covered in guac and pico de gallo, so sharing them was difficult and they became soggy quickly; I’d recommend serving the condiments on the side. Our service was lacklustre to say the least. We had to walk up to the bar just to get the server’s attention and place our order, and they weren’t very friendly or attentive. All in all, I’d suggest eating elsewhere - trust me, you won’t be missing out on much.

Disappointing Night Ruined by Security and Service I rarely leave reviews, but my experience at this pub was so appalling that I feel compelled to warn others. Unfortunately, the night was ruined by two key issues: the behavior of the security staff and the terrible service at the bar. First, the security guards were shockingly unprofessional and rude. Rather than ensuring the safety of patrons and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, they seemed more interested in exerting unnecessary authority. From the moment we arrived, their hostility was palpable. They spoke to us in an aggressive tone for no apparent reason, treating us like troublemakers even though we were nothing but polite. One of them even made sarcastic comments that were completely uncalled for, making the whole experience uncomfortable and embarrassing. The bar service wasn’t any better. It took ages to get served, despite the pub not being particularly busy. The bartenders appeared completely uninterested, moving at a snail’s pace and showing no urgency whatsoever. To make matters worse, when we finally got served, the staff were dismissive and borderline rude. Our drinks were sloppily prepared, with no care or professionalism, and we were overcharged for what we ordered. What should have been an enjoyable evening turned into a stressful and disappointing experience. It’s clear this pub needs to address its staff training—both for the security team and the bar staff—if they want to retain customers. I won’t be returning and would advise anyone who values respectful treatment and decent service to steer clear. One star, because zero isn’t an option.