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Old 25-02-2010, 16:18
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Has any one been here?

http://www.browns-restaurants.co.uk/

It's a bit late asking but I just want to know what it's like in terms of service there are about 20 of us going for a meal tomorrow it's all booked and stuff
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Old 25-02-2010, 16:21
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We go to the London ones quite a bit when we're out shopping and want a cosy lunch - you can get pubby food or more brasserie style food. Good service, comfy, enjoy!
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Old 25-02-2010, 16:48
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the one in CAmbridge used to be nice, service and food scrum. not been in years.
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Old 25-02-2010, 17:04
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I have been to the one in Islington a good few times - it's great for drinks and snacks but I've not enjoyed the actual meals I have had there... I have had a proper sit down meal 3 times and had 3 diferent things from the menu. I wouldn't eat there again!!
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Old 25-02-2010, 17:26
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Haven't been for a while, but the one in Bristol had a decent reputation, was always busy.
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Old 25-02-2010, 17:53
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Been to the West India Quay one a lot, the food is very nice.
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Old 25-02-2010, 18:53
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I've been to the one in Edinburgh - it was lovely.
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Old 25-02-2010, 18:54
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I used to go to the Oxford one regularly. I never had a bad meal there and only had poor service once in more than 10 years.
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Old 25-02-2010, 19:21
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Got no complaints about Brown's whatsoever - a really nice, informal bar/restaurant. Really nice food - I've always left full, satisfied and not feeling like I've been robbed! I think you'll enjoy it!

As for the service, I honestly cannot remember what it was like meaning it was no doubt cordial but not overfriendly, efficient and unfussy.
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Old 25-02-2010, 20:55
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Thank you We'll be in Covent Garden
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Old 26-02-2010, 00:06
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Thank you We'll be in Covent Garden
That one's very buzzy. You should have a great time.
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Old 26-02-2010, 08:47
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This has brought back memories! We used to go to Oxford Browns when I was little, it was our place to go for family dinners. Not been since my Mum passed away and had wondered if it was still open, must pay it a visit.

Although, I used to have these amazing ribs there and I'm veggie now!
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Old 27-02-2010, 19:47
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Browns is a chain and as bad as Brewer's Fayre or TGI Friday's, just avoid it.

Stay in and have a nice evening at home, you can make everything on the Brown's menu in your own kitchen for a lot less and it'll be nicer!
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Old 27-02-2010, 20:04
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Browns is a chain and as bad as Brewer's Fayre or TGI Friday's, just avoid it.

Stay in and have a nice evening at home, you can make everything on the Brown's menu in your own kitchen for a lot less and it'll be nicer!
Well, you're a day late with your advice anyway!

You are a real downer about chain pubs aren't you?! What's wrong with going out with friends for a night out?
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Old 27-02-2010, 21:22
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Well, you're a day late with your advice anyway!

You are a real downer about chain pubs aren't you?! What's wrong with going out with friends for a night out?
Nothing wrong with having a night out with friends, but why pay over the odds for over-seasoned garbage, when you could do better yourself. Cheaper, healthier, tastier and much much more fun!
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Old 28-02-2010, 19:19
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Nothing wrong with having a night out with friends, but why pay over the odds for over-seasoned garbage, when you could do better yourself. Cheaper, healthier, tastier and much much more fun!
What about paying to be waited on? What about the atmosphere you couldn't recreate at home?
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Old 28-02-2010, 21:13
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What about paying to be waited on? What about the atmosphere you couldn't recreate at home?
Why pay to be waited on when all the waiter brings you is rubbish that's either going to make you ill, or cause long term health issues.
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Old 28-02-2010, 21:30
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Why pay to be waited on when all the waiter brings you is rubbish that's either going to make you ill, or cause long term health issues.
From the occasional meal out??!
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Old 28-02-2010, 21:47
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Why pay to be waited on when all the waiter brings you is rubbish that's either going to make you ill, or cause long term health issues.
Lol, you are a joking right? from an occasional meal out? Why would you have health issues from going to a good quality restaurant once in a blue moon?

Are you telling me you dont use decent proper butter when you cook fresh at home?
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