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Nº 281 in 682 in Sunderland

Nº 42 of 87 British in Sunderland

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Beautiful pub with exceptional staff who were extremely helpful friendly and hospitable. Delicious Sunday lunch and a cracking pint of Double Maxim. I'd highly recommend the place.

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tony19612018 . 2024-11-05

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Went for a birthday party. Room was lovely.

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lisa Richardson . 2024-10-16

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Great band upstairs Sunday night

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John . 2024-09-02

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Great pub, lovely decor and good range of ales ,lagers etc . Blues quartet on when we visited. Busy but lots of staff.

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paul smith . 2024-08-30

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Nice atmosphere could do with a few more tables and chairs

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Mr Truth . 2024-08-26

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Nice pub staff first class will be back a bit more often thanks

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RICHARD RAY . 2024-08-22

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Atmosphere and great music although the beer not so clever

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#Oh_ My_George . 2024-08-17

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My favourite place for Sunday Lunch, the beef just melts in your mouth. The staff are all welcoming and friendly. Great atmosphere. Well worth a visit 😁

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Dawn P . 2024-07-21

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Family Sunday lunch was very good, the best we've had for a long time, would recommend.the roast beef was so tender it came with a good selection of vegtables.

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1brocky . 2024-07-20

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A band was playing which made for a great atmosphere.

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Bill Seymour . 2024-06-05

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Popped in for Sunday lunch. The food was really well cooked, tasty and just the right portion size. The staff were friendly and helpful. Will have to visit again.

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craig young . 2024-06-02

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Wasn't very welcoming on the day we were there. Tables were full of empty glass, and nobody sat at them .staff could have been having an off-day.so we had one drink then left

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James Thomson . 2024-05-30

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Dreadful customer service. Don't complain about your beer being cloudy certain members of staff will aggressively argue that it is OK. Good way to spoil a day out.

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David Field . 2024-05-23

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Don't complain about your beer being cloudy certain members of staff will aggressively argue that it is ok. Dreadful customer service.

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David F . 2024-05-23

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Was here on Saturday night with friends. It was busy and we enjoyed the live music.

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Debra Pocklington . 2024-05-05

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Excellent location close to Sunderland Empire. Staff were very attentive and friendly. There was something for everyone on the menu. Food tasted amazing, proper homecooked meal none of the processed stuff you get in the chain pubs. Loved that we could book a table for our group. Thoroughly enjoyed it and we all agreed we will definitely return on our next theatre trip.

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GreatBritts . 2024-04-28

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Can get very busy at times, especially if there's live music on. Every time I have been in the cask ale was in top notch condition and a huge range of lagers for those who prefer slightly more Fizz in their pint.

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Graeme Rutherford . 2024-04-16

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Great place for a drink. We also tried the 2 for £10 cocktails. Plenty of choice

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Julie Davey . 2024-03-29

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1st time in and wasn't disappointed, fast service the team didn't seem to stop. They seen people standing and asked if they would like a table and found them one. Quite cheep too. Didn't have food but it looked good. Will be back

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North East . 2024-03-26

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Lovely staff .. Great cocktails... Going home for a snooze Thank you ladies xxxx

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Judi Davies . 2024-03-26

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Friendly staff. Nice selection of real ales. Good menu with plenty of veggie and gluten free options.

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Clare MacLaren . 2024-03-15

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Regularly in the peacock, and it's always excellent.

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Max Xavier . 2024-03-14

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Very pleasant helpful staff very nice food.

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COLLEEN ROSEBERRY . 2024-03-01

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Popped in without booking for Sunday dinner . Despite being fully reserved they found us a slot . Roast dinner was fantastic. Two empty plates left .Great friendly professional staff .

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boothfenn . 2024-02-18

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We went on a Saturdays night before the Theatre as it was right next door, that night there was a band on (which was fab). The atmosphere was uplifting and staff although busy were super friendly. We got the ginger beer battered fish and chips which I highly recommend. We cannot wait to come back as we were so reluctant to leave for the theatre as we were having such a great time!

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Kaye B . 2024-02-18

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Fantastic Sunday lunch - great value, delicious and plenty of it! Highly recommended.

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Alan Markey . 2024-02-07

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Fantastic pub in the centre of Sunderland, the food is absolutely fantastic and great value for money, great vegetarian and vegan options too, great selection of drinks and very reasonably priced for a city centre pub that has free live music every Saturday , last but not least the staff are brilliant and always make you feel welcome, I can’t recommend this place enough.

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Kevin R . 2024-02-04

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Called for food & drink before going to a show at The Fire Station next door. Great menu, not expensive & quality food. Drinks not over-priced. Friendly & helpful bar staff. Got a little noisy when away fans began chanting prior to going to match at Stadium of Light. No trouble though & would definitely recommend a visit.

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Audrey Gill . 2024-01-31

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Great pub, great atmosphere, love the Peacock. Visited before the match on Friday night. If only the match was as good as our Panack Pot Pies. Great food friendly service and good range of beers.

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99TonyC . 2024-01-22

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Proper old fashioned architecture type of pub but modern, friendly and a superb atmosphere. Staff are great! Live music on a Friday and other bigger events during the year. A 5 star bar ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Andy Mux . 2024-01-13

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Popped in for a drink with the wife, decided to stay for Sunday Dinner, what can I say; one of the best Sunday dinners we have ever had, well worth the money, excellent service, very good selection of beers on tap; we will be back!

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rockydog899 . 2024-01-08

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Bright and clean pub, great service

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martin fyfe . 2024-01-05

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Good food, nice atmosphere. Our first time here and would come again. Service a little slow but happy to oblige and friendly.

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NathanJetstream . 2023-12-12

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It's cheap and cheerful... Go and enjoy...

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Paul Hodgson . 2023-12-11

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Great pub with good atmosphere and a piano!!

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John Hope . 2023-12-10

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Great vibes and atmosphere, wine is absolutely terrible

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Kate Walls . 2023-12-03

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The place for your party, meeting, pub-crawl or anything else. Used for a festival during my visit. Great bar with friendly and fast crew!

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Marcel van Schooten . 2023-12-03

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This fabulous place is a must if you’re just wanting drinks, a bit of food or a visit before the theatre which is 1 min walk away, we went for food which was amazing, the staff were great and really friendly. It’s also a fabulous building and the atmosphere was great. Will Definitely be visiting again. There’s also a venue upstairs you can hire for events and they have bands on to, will deffo be looking out for those.

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mackem001 . 2023-11-28

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Top pub, and meals are fab. Staff very friendly. Music upstairs in purpose built venue. Superb.

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Tony Eastlake . 2023-11-28

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A group of us booked a table for a friends birthday, we ordered food separately but were at the bar area together (informing staff that we wanted to eat together). Two meals came out and they had both eaten before anyone else’s arrived. The waiting staff didn’t ask them if they wanted any condiments and we had to flag one down for cutlery, they didn’t bring enough and on asking again they still didn’t bring enough for everyone. One of the girls gave up and picked at her food. The food was okay, the average pub style grub. We were left feeling disappointed. I wouldn’t recommend.

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Rach979 . 2023-11-19

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Visited for a drink before the theatre and what a shambles. The bar staff had no clue who was next to be served, people standing for nearly 15 mins to get served whilst others walking in and immediately seen to. When a couple of us waiting queried the order (not aggressively , in a polite manner) was given an aggressive sarcastic response from two of the staff. Some serious customers service training required! Needless to say would not go back

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Leanne W . 2023-11-19

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Went for a gig. Friendly staff and nice drinks.

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Peter Flynn . 2023-11-02

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Fantastic food. Quick service. Good menu choice for meat & vegetables, vegan options Daily specials

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jmb35t . 2023-10-28

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Excellent buffet more than enough for everyone staff went out of their way to be helpful. Special mention of Nathan very friendly.

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Elaine Marshall . 2023-10-26

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I have been to the Peacock a few times now. We have tried afternoon tea, burgers and other dishes but yet to try the Sunday dinners. Staff are friendly and food is amazing! The attention to detail is brilliant and it’s always well presented. Think I’ll have to book a Sunday lunch soon! Keep up the good work everyone!

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Mackemmayhem . 2023-10-23

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Absolutely outstanding food amazing staff , wouldn't eat anywhere else in Sunderland, we are also having our wedding reception at this beautiful place on the 30/10/23

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Andrea R . 2023-10-23

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Sunday dinner was absolutely beautiful! Can’t wait to visit again! Lovely venue, friendly staff, all round 5*

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indie23 . 2023-10-23

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visited for Sunday lunch very impressed lovely relaxed atmosphere very helpful staff and beautiful food well worth the price all home made melt in mouth meats we will definitely visit again!

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VickieP661 . 2023-10-23

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Great atmosphere, especially on a match day both indoors and out. Lovely selection of real ales and everything else in between. Always amazing to hear the sound of love music coming through the doors when walking pst too. Excellent staff and really feels lovely general...

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Graeme M . 2023-10-22

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The peacock is an absolutely outstanding pub. It's steeped in history being the former londonderry pub, with many memories made there with my parents. Now it's a fantastic place for wonderful food and drinks. It's great on a Saturday with live entertainment in the downstairs bar, but also wonderful during the week and also before and after the match. As well as the historic building, the staff make the place. They are amazing and look after us so well when we go in. I can't say enough about how good it is!!

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Joann C . 2023-10-22

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Always a friendly atmosphere when you arrive. With Cindy, Barry, and the team, nothing is an issue. If you are looking for homely cooked food, which is tasty then the Peacock is the place to be. I have visited many times and recently had my...

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claire s . 2023-10-21

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Went after some shopping in town for lunch, I had a lovely pint of hand pump Double Maxim, served by very friendly young lad, I had the Cuthbert Vaux pie with chips and mushy peas , I like pies me , this was a pie...

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Atchie1973 . 2023-10-21

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The Peacock is fantastic. We have been going for the last 2 and a half years! Always get a friendly welcome! Barry and Cindy are top hosts and always have time for a chat! The food is unreal. The pies are tremendous, the Sunday Dinners...

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CJSIMO85 . 2023-10-21

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One of the cities best looking pubs, inside and definitely out. Great, friendly staff and owners. Decent beer selection often featuring a local ale, from Maxim or Vaux or Darwin. Usually have a good well priced gin G&T of the week. The food menu keeps...

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Neil A . 2023-10-21

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One of my favourite place for a pint in Sunderland. The new owners have made a fantastic job of the place. Staff aways nice and friendly, great selection of drinks and great live music.

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pablosunderland . 2023-10-21

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Was looking for a City Centre Sunday Dinner and came up trumps with The Peacock. A truly sumptuous delicious Sunday Dinner, with fantastic tasty veggie and meat options. Unbelievable Yorkshire puddings and roast potatoes. Set in a stunning listed historic building we were served by...

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Graeme H . 2023-10-21

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Really friendly and professional staff. Beautiful old building and great outdoor seating (or standing)

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janbX5664QB . 2023-10-21

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I have been to The Peacock on numerous occasions and it is the place to be. Whether you want somewhere to sit down and relax with a coffee or you are looking to have a couple pints before match day, Cindy and Barry have created...

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Dominic H . 2023-10-21

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This is so much better than its first incarnation a few years back. The place is comfy and welcoming, the staff friendly, lots of live music, food awesome and a quiz. Good selection of taps and bottles and afternoon tea. Pool table and piano. Can’t...

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H3nryPulling . 2023-10-21

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What a great pub with fantastic food and live music every Saturday afternoon. Today was buzzing with the panic buyers playing in the long bar. The staff and owners are great. The best pub in Sunderland

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Andy B . 2023-10-21

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I travelled all the way from Essex to come to a wedding that was being held at the peacock and I can truly say it was one of the best weddings I’ve been too! The bar staff was lovely and worked well under pressure (over...

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anaah15 . 2023-10-19

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I used to go there when it was the Londonderry years back

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Paul . 2023-10-08

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Absolute amazing roast dinner!!! Highly recommend and Donna is an absolute star!!! Great service and fantastic banter

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Rhys Lee-Whellams . 2023-10-08

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Highly recommended! The food was top notch, massive portion, couldn't eat it all. Food, service and atmosphere all 5 star. Will definitely return

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Justine Lee . 2023-10-08

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Never had any food, we mainly go to see the bands and for the quiz. The atmosphere and service are great.

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Babs Grant . 2023-09-30

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Good live music and a good pint 👌

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Jon Embleton . 2023-09-08

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OK pub for tourists, not really my cup of tea.

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David Bull . 2023-08-28

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Great historic pub which will be ideally situated once town centre regeneration is complete.

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Jay Smith . 2023-08-18

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Great staff great atmosphere would of stayed longer but train was comubg x

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Sharon Courtney . 2023-08-06

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Nice selection of beers but a bit pricey at £5 a pint

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Edwin Hall . 2023-08-01

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Quiz night every Thursday from 8pm absolutely fantastic 👌 Food served up to 7pm.

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David Mulvey . 2023-07-28

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Lovely place. Very clean and room done beautifully

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Linda Normandale . 2023-07-16

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Lovely food and staff my only negative is frozen chips but it's the same everywhere these days only couple of places serve homemade chips now

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Joan Greig . 2023-07-07

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Lovely food they fit us in at short notice as very busy with the pink concert going on but they accommodated us the food was lovely from the set pink menu and the place was lovely and clean and reasonably priced as well

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Lisa Cundall . 2023-06-16

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Great day pre Pink concert staff friendly bar staff worked tirelessly in the throng of customers and remained happy and professional all day food and drinks all very good.

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Lorraine Landale . 2023-06-12

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Been a while between drinks for me in the Londonderry, or Peacock, but it did not disappoint! I did not eat here, but the beers were good. Saturday night music by Wicked Dogz (I think?) was SUPERB!

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Dave Kelsey . 2023-05-23

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Great experience for Luton away fans on Saturday, felt very at ease. Posh Steve is a legend.

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Michael Fitzpatrick . 2023-05-16

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I like this place, I always have. But on this visit the staff were clearly feeling the pressure of being busy. There is no queuing system - as regulars will know - but non-regulars won't. There was one older guy who was trying to catch the barmaids attention, after she'd passed him over several times, which resulted in her snapping that if he shouted again she wouldn't serve him. The guy pointed out that people were waiting patiently but were being ignored by the barstaff. He pointed out one younger lad who was waiting patiently at the end of the bar and had been there for ages. This prompted who I assumed was was the boss to come out and reiterate that anyone abusing the barstaff would not be served (perfectly right!) but then began to belittle the lad for standing at the end of the bar, albeit patiently, and saying if he had any sense he'd realise that the tills were at the other end of the bar so staff wouldn't serve him there. I felt there was no need to have a go at the lad like that. He wasn't aggressive or shouting, he was just waiting patiently for his turn. Yes, it was extremely busy with football fans but good staff should spot customers who've been waiting patiently for a long time and see that they're eventually served respectfully. Anyway, other than that one incident, it's a great pub and a good pint!

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Dazzy Dee . 2023-05-16

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This place is a magic venue as our grandson was in a band playing there. What was great was the mixed crowd that came in some young, some in their later years, but all enjoyed the mix of music. I cannot comment on food as I did not eat. This is a well patronised pub & I would go again. 👍👌😊

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Brian Allen . 2023-05-12

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Great incentive to give runners 10% discount 👏👏

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Lee Robinson . 2023-05-09

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Great service and atmosphere, the band on Saturday afternoon were superb.

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Chris Watson . 2023-05-08

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Friendly place. Matt and Hatley most helpful when I first visited helping with directions and putting my dead phone on charge, good quality guinness although quite pricey at 4 90 a pint

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Paul Revell . 2023-04-22

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Fab place. Great people, buzzing atmosphere. Definitely a go to place! With amazing concerts too! ;)

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Chryssula Kokossulis . 2023-04-18

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Great gig venue 👍 Great beer and Service. Didn't no they do food

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Martin Thompson . 2023-04-16

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Didnt get admittedly but from what i saw it looked good and we were offered free pie too! Nice place, busy, friendly staff. If I'm in the area again will probably visit again. Its nice to find a place that makes you feel local when you're not.

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Paul Banks . 2023-04-14

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Had a fabulous afternoon tea in the Peacock. Good value for money and we were so full when we left. Would definitely revisit.

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Victoria Cambrook . 2023-03-30

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Had a great time in there but it will always be The Londonderry to me

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Glen Wilson . 2023-03-05

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Just attended a gig here, Ferocious Dog.. amazing place and music 🎶

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Carmen Armstrong . 2023-02-12

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A good menu, staff were very patient and helpful. Will go back.

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William Bell . 2023-02-11

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First visit to The Peacock was very enjoyable, warm friendly environment serving good food at a fair price. The music was also to my taste.

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Bill Kennedy . 2023-02-05

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Had some lovely food the staff were very friendly. Will go back

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Margie Biggs . 2023-02-03

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Nice traditional pub. Thursday there is a quiz on.

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Rattlehead . 2023-01-29

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Had a lovely pint and very friendly

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John Grundy . 2023-01-16

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Great pub and atmosphere, went to see Urban Voodoo Machine upstairs was amazing, Great live music venue and pub downstairs a credit to sunderland

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Sue Broadbent . 2022-12-21

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Excellent pub, good choice of real ales, didn't eat here, but from what we saw meals looked really nice

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Anth Parkinson . 2022-12-19

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Had a great time , took to watch a band upstairs

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Peter Wynn . 2022-12-01

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Beautiful venue and amazing staff make this a very friendly place at the heart of the city

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Joe Gleghorn . 2022-11-28

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Lovely little pub. Food was great, had soup and sandwich which was tomato basil. Choice of a few sandwiches, I got cheddar, mushroom and caramelised onion on sough dough which went so well with the soup. Most food available as vegan, also gluten free options for a lot of the menu. Lots of choice for alcohol at the bar, also serve a variety of coffees. Staff are great, friendly and we're grateful for feedback and gave a lot of info about the food when asked. Nice big windows letting in lots of light, well decorated and in the centre of town.

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Sarahpeach83 . 2022-11-25

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Attended the real ale festival really excellent hopefully they will have another one soon

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Geoff Turnbull . 2022-11-19

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A wide choice of drinks, a limited food menu but apparently a very tasty vegan burger (according to a healthy friend) my pie and chips were okay.

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selwyn towers . 2022-11-14

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