Yates's in Havering

Events on Fridays and Saturdays are great , staff super nice and friendly . cheap shots snd beer , vibes all night with djs amd Mcs, good sound system

I used to go to this bar alot before covid but since re-opening it's night life has gone from 5 nights a week to 2 nights a week with that standards for bar staff has also dropped whilst prices have been raised and events dropped, when it come to standards I've found chewing gum in drinks and glasses not clean properly, make sure to check your glass before you leave the bar in this place as the staff will denie any thing to do with the drink. Not offering another or replacing it, as a night time venue that is far from it heyday it should be actively looking to keep the punters it has, unfortunately this is not the case which is unfortunately as it was a well liked venue within the night life community. The vibes are ok but nothing to rave about now, I would only recommend going if your trying to extend your night and the other venue in the area won't let you in due to capacity or are close

What a disappointing evening in this pub - again! Twice we've been to this pub in recent months, because the Wetherspoons was closed for a refurb. Twice the pub shut early at 10pm on a Tuesday night. On the website it states closes at 12am. What is frustrating is the staff don't even tell you they are closing early! No notices that I saw stating we close at 10pm - Absolutely ridiculous. We thought the first time may have been a one off - but no. Sorry, but doubt we will be back.

Just popped in to see family and had my granddaughter with me. Popped into toilet with her and got 2 cokes and sat outside At around 715ish she needed to go to the toilet again so went inside and got told she can't go in to use the toilet I said she's a 4 year old child they said doesn't matter So there take our money for drinks but can't go in Staff were extremely rude and toilets were disgusting.

Where do I start with this hole of a supposed pub 1 barmaid in a white outfit brown hair appeared to be on drugs could not keep still constantly messing orders up didn't know who was next the upstairs was closed apart from the toilets although no cubicles open disabled toilet only which is only 1 this is illegal in the UK toilets stink you clearly have a problem with you waste and drainage everyone please avoid until these issues are fixed it's disgusting

Kinda, Kye and Evie had given me quality service to me and my friends and rhe speed of service was phenomenal, can't wait to come back.

Place is really welcoming Enjoyed the deals on offer, staff were friendly and very knowledgeable I will be back to visit very soon

I’m a regular customer to Yates Romford but since it was closed and reopened. I did message Yates Facebook page to see if was any events before returning to Yates for the first time but didn’t get a response, Yesterday was the first time I’ve been back with my friend , unfortunately I won’t be returning, the atmosphere there wasn’t any, the music was a nice mix but the dance floor was empty it was like a normal pub with music. the only good was when the fight happened outside the security and the R something team was fast to react to break them up and help the injured man, i expected more for a Saturday night,

Yates in Romford is now known as a Craft Union pub. But it doesn't look any different on the outside or on the inside. When I went past there yesterday it was absolutely dead inside. I'm pretty sure that's something that they were trying to rectify when they changed it's name. But they need to put more effort into it if they want to bring back customers. Personally, I don't have much of a problem with it. I pop in from time to time to have a quiet drink and it does that job okay. I'm not sure why it's popularity waned since the end of the pandemic. It used to be jam packed before covid came along. Strange.

Great venue now reopened. Dj sets unfortunately not hitting the target group 05/04/24. Empty dancefloor high percentage on a Friday night which in good days would be busy. More group dance not random needed to needed before emptying at 11:30pm that better meet expectations of those wanting to get on dancefloor. Maybe better next time?!?!?

I suspect this review will be irrelevant in the not too distant future since Yates in Romford is closing down this month (March, 2024) apparently. In any case, I've been going to this place for years. It's not as big as a lot of the other pubs in the town centre but it does have a big screen television that hosts SKY Sports events, so it's good for the footy. There is a good selection of drinks on offer and the quality of them are what you'd expect for a Stonegate pub. Staff are generally nice and personable, but it does depend on the person doing the job. I don't know why it's popularity waned since the pandemic occurred. That's a bit of a mystery to me and is likely the main reason as to why it's closure is imminent. I have been told that it is going to be turned into a Craft Union pub. But we will see.

Great staff the manager(kye) helped me and my friends out when we were having issues deciding what to eat.

Popped in with some colleagues for our lunch break, told the team we were tight for time and they made sure we got our food super quick Shame I was on my lunch break because 241 cocktails sounds good! Thanks to Mia and Jack for speedy service and Maria for our lunch

Great place for Sunday football, with the biggest screen to watch sport. The staff are very friendly, Jack, was exceptional and had good knowledge about the drinks and food menu. I would recommend this bar to anyone. Amazing atmosphere.

Great environment, friendly staff but special shout out to Jack who always goes the extra mile for the customers. Big screen available for the sport. We have eaten here too and happy with the quality of the food. Would recommend when in Romford as a place to visit.

POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. My friend took me out for my birthday for a meal and to watch football. We had a drink and then ordered a meal. They advised that they did not have chips and that they were going to replace it with waffle chips. I said no to this and agreed to a potato instead. Ten minutes later, a guy came and told my friend that they have no bacon so he would have have a sausage. My friend did not want a a third sausage but that was an awkward conversation because the guys was quite insistent. They replaced his 2 bacons with one hashbrown instead. This is not what he wanted!! Then the food came. I noted that my food (the mixed grill) was missing a chicken breast. I complained to the staff (I had not been told beforehand). I was told that they had given me an extra sausage. I said I did not want another sausage. The manager went to the back and returned. She asked what did I want as a replacement? I asked what the options were and she said I cam have anything on the menu. I would not mind a steak. She went to the back again and came back and said the chef said steak costs more than the chicken so they would not do it. I said fine, but the chicken breast I was missing out costs more than the one sausage it has been replaced with. The manager went to the back again and said no, we are not changing it. I said OK in that case, can you discount the meal? She said no, she will not discount the mean (she was not very polite by the way). In the end I suggested she refunds the meal, I don't want it (I had not eaten any yet) which she did and I did not eat.

Mia was amazing, perfect service, me and my mates will definitely come again! Thankyou. I will be here with my friends again

Great staff, had a really lovely evening and a great night. Great value and loads going on. Top night

Came in for a quiet few after a busy Monday at work. Mia was an absolute star! Her customer service and hospitality skills really cheered me up and turned my day around so please thank mia! I shall definitely return if she is working!

Mia was amazing she went above and beyond Great drinks and great atmosphere will definitely be back

Logan and Jack ensured our stay was a 10/10 experience, great service and good atmosphere for chill drinks. Will be returning :)

Logan best experience ever had, I did asked for extra help, always been there to help. Most wonderful staff in this pub! Vert impressed

Came in for a few drinks, was served by logan. His cocktails are amazing and his service is impeccable! So friendly and welcoming if anything made us stay longer than expected! Would definitely recommend to anyone!

such a good vibe and funny people love the staff too perfect pub mwah mwah mwah apparently i have to use 100 characters so this is just waffle

Out of Romford honestly the best bar I can ever visit!!! Logan, mia, Alice have looked after us so much! Bets bar to go to!!

After a bad experience the first time at Yates Romford. They invited me back to redeem themselves, and I do have to say, what a difference!!! Rima, the supervisor is an exceptional person, and a great chef as well. The food served, mixed grill was cooked to perfection. Changed my mind, and will happily return at any time. Also the lady, at the bar serving the food, made us feel very welcomed. Thank you Rima!!! Kind regards, Luis

Great venue for a night out, DJ plays a good variation of music. Drinks are cheap too! Highly recommend.

The toilets were dirty, smelly and covered in urine on the floor. Tiles were off the walls and wires were exposed. I complained to the bar staff to enquire if they were being decorated but he just shrugged his shoulders. The toilets should be condemned

Visited Yates with my friends and had perfect experience. It was Saturday night, atmosphere was absolutely amazing. Music was fantastic, fast customer service. Friendly staff. Recommend to everyone!

Came here for a night out with my friends and would absolutely recommend it. It was gay night and the drag queens were spectacular, and the drinks were very reasonably priced and really good.

Love this place for lunch and cocktails. Lovely staff and atmosphere. Will be coming back for sure. Loved it

Yesterday, we celebrated my daughter's 11th birthday, I took my Family out. Decided to go for a meal, and we noticed Yates, it was relatively empty, and We were happy with the menu, seen from outside. We were decided to go and have some mixed...

Best club in romford! Would very much recommend! Highly entertaining and amazing music! Also good drink, shots and great company!

friendly staff, great customer service! 10/10 would recommend to go on a night out with your friends!

Have visited yates ,spend time with friends. Exellent service!Food was very tasty!Warm athmosthere.Thank you!

Have spent lovely time with my friends. Lovely team ,friendly ,always happy to help! Nice atmosphere!

Visited today the pub is a shambles wanted alcohol free drink 4 listed only 2 available bad start .ordered two chilli vegi burgers with chips .pub was not busy about 6 people watching football waited 35 minutes no food so went to bar to ask...

Amazing place to watch the World Cup. Huge screens. Great drink selection and staff always happy to help. Food amazing too.

Fantastic nights spent in Yates. Staff are very attentive and the atmosphere is always spot on. Will definitely return

Had such a great night in Yates with my friends! The DJ was brilliant! Couldn’t have had better service from the staff, they were so attentive and fun to be around!

I was out for lunch with my friend,I loved this place probably will be my favourite,cocktails and food delicious ,I ordered lasagne,chef did really well jo(,it was polish girl ),staff was nice and friendly ,served Jess,definitely come back again

Had a great night out last week, really good atmosphere. Was served by Jess who was really helpful, will deffo be coming here more often

Food was amazing and served quickly. Mia was very helpful during my visit and all the staff were working with a smile on their face. Brilliant for watching football too!

Went there for a night out, had a really good selection of drinks. Jess was very friendly and made us all feel welcome. Will definitely be coming back!

Nice place to have lunch,and for night out ,Joe was serving us,he was so friendly and helpful,definitely will come back again

The manager is a disgrace!! The rudness and calling us names.. that not how you speak to people!! There should be manners and a different way to speak.. Shouldn't be in the Job if you don't know how to respond and talk to customers politely......

This used to be the place to go on the weekend pre-pandemic but it’s definitely gone downhill. Deafly not the same crowd and place hasn’t been looked after it seems. I wouldn’t hurry back

Since the previous GM moved on the current acting GM is pushing all of the regulars to his other establishment the Goose. This is disconcerting and obviously changes regular patterns. We are made to feel uncomfortable in the Yates. Obviously as soon as a GM...

Visited Yates Romford.. lovely greeting from kinga, Food service was great she checked everything was ok. Service with a smile will definitely come again. Thank you Kinga amazing service.

most amazing night out, mary is the sweetest bartender, will 100% recommend, best night out in romford

Fantastic bar staff. Music was unreal and such friendly staff. The food was out of this world and arrived on time

I came to Yates today for my mums birthday. We had a bottomless brunch which was at a very good price and the bartender serving us, Simon, was very friendly and helpful! Also an additional thanks to the chef, Jordan, who made lovely meals for...

Re use customers glasses during pandemic. Ask bar staff why and become under fire. Apart from that great place, bit tatty but good.

They kick your out for “doing coke” when your only going to the toilet. Mangers won’t even help. Used to enjoy it here

Had a great time this weekend. Music was great, good drinks deals and prices. Quick service at the bar and staff were friendly

Best night out in romford, staff and DJs the best around. Drinks reasonable price. Thankyou very much

Came to yates for lunch with my daughter, sister & niece! The food was phenomenal, amazing prices, great staff. Everyone is so friendly & welcoming! Brilliant management and a brilliant team! Will definitely recommend and be coming again!

A great place to eat, with very high standards of customer service. The staff are very helpful and friendly, especially Shamya and Juice. This has become a regular destination for us as it is child friendly and clean. The food is always delicious and we...

Great Djs door staff and super friendly bar staff, have to say Nick the bar manager is a super nice guy, he went above and beyond to help me set up some reserved tables for my friends birthday! Also have to mention how incredibly friendly...

Lovely atmosphere & friendly staff with a great selection of drinks especially the cocktails & cheap prices!

Had to leave because they would not supply a toilet. Sorry if this sounds wrong but I’ve recently had a operation and needed to use the toilet. They have no doors on the cubicle and the toilet staff told me I just have to go...

I worked in my town centre for several years, and throughout this time, my friend would often meet me from work for food and drinks. If we were planning on ‘making a night of it’ (i.e. having a few more drinks and not rushing to...

Most amazing service we could ask for . Huge thank you to kitchen team for serving us delicious Christmas food and also thank you to the bar team ❤️

This place is great, however, the bar ‘manager’ Nick needs to Learn what customer service means.I watch him moan at the staff (who are busy serving) whilst I want a drink.

Great place to go after a couple drinks and wanting to let off some steam. I would highly recommend yates for its music and karaoke nights, drinks are kinda expensive but its the same at every club venue, food is a solid shout but just...

I would definitely recommend this pub . Excellent service, very nice and tasty food . Clean and very friendly staff

I visited here while on a trip to Romford recently. The staff were very attentive to safety matters, the entertainment was good and the atmosphere excellent. I will return

Pathetic service! Followed all covid guidelines from staff, but never received my drinks. When I went to ask where is our drinks after 15 minutes we have been told there is a long wait, with about 40% occupancy and why nobody told us at the beginning? Shambless and unhelpful team.

Food and alcohol is great value for money, with or without Gov discount. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Easy to follow floor directions for social distancing, and had no problems with the mobile app to order. My only criticism is that after I ordered a...

.....a great night out on Monday at Yates, KARAOKE night, brilliant company, whole lotta fun! Tony, the manager, does things just right. He believes in the younger generation, bright, attractive, energetic people who are clearly happy in their work. I firmly believe that customer service...

I visited the venue recently and was thrown out because of my sexuality. When I visited again was told I couldn’t enter the venue because I am racist. This is completely unacceptable as my uncle is black an we don’t do racism I will never...

I have to give huge credit to a member of staff named Taylor. I was extremely frustrated to und our that a head office staff gave me false information but Taylor was able to resolve my issue swift and credibly. Thanks again.

Always a great place for good beerId like to say it's been a privelidge to have to have eaten here today. The steak for was just toy liking medium rare and sealed salad for chips easily. The staff very professional especially the manager. I watched him give his time out to help two elderly men buy there drinks. He could have easily joked about there naievity with technology but he didn't. He helped them spend the right amount and walk away satisfied. It was a joy to watch. Yates you should be proud of your staff and pay them more. The service was quick and friendly and easily approached . I would have said this about Yates 6 months ago but I can see a huge change. Great venue for am afternoon drink and meal.

I was with my 12 years old daughter and we were hungry after roaming around in Romford. I ordered Steak and Chips ( Well done) and my daughter Burger. After seeing the steak I just lost my appetite! My daughter couldn’t stop laughing. Blunt tasteless piece of something( i am sure you won call it Steak). I am never ever coming here, also will recommend others to do the same. Didn’t expected this from a Brand like Yates .I am posting my steak picture. Plz feel free to comment.

Born and raised in Collier Row, Romford, I travel up from Saltdean, near Brighton several times each year. A visit to Mum & Dad, watch our greyhound try his best at the dog track, and a couple of days/nights in a pub make for an enjoyable short vacation?First time in YATES, immediate reaction = WOW!!! What can I say? Cheap, excellent drinks, wonderful food, live sport, great value, spotless, classy fittings and features, and I haven't even had a chance to sample the night life yet, that will come on my next visit very soon?All of the above count for very little without the vital ingredient? That would be customer service? So I got to meet JODIE and MILLIE. Young, attractive, vibrant, witty, helpful and each with a BEAUTIFUL smile. I simply could not have been more impressed?As a 58 year old English gentleman it truly brings joy to my heart to see young people happy in their work, providing the very best service, all with an enchanting smile and general endearing, professional manner. Hey, the world isn't coming to an end after all, haha?Back home in Saltdean, I popped into my local, THE SPANISH LADY for a nightcap/tequila shot for an embryonic sore throat. Only turns out my favourite girl SHANA is best mates with the aforementioned JODIE, spooky or what?.....

Called in for lunch . Started with a range of starters which were very good. Had asked for a break between starters and main. We were on a lazy afternoon but were surprised that the gap seemed to stretch on . Lucky i wasn't on a lunch break ! Spoke to the girl behind the bar who apologised and offered us complimentary drinks . Food arrived a couple of minutes later. Very impressed with how situation was handled. Will def go again. Main meal was excellent and my companion said the meat pie tasted as good as home made .only down side was their were a number of screaming children with parents which ruined the overall experience.

Generally had a nice visit. Service was as expected I.e. basic and simple. The pub was quiet, clean and spacious. Toilets were clean . Disabled toilets were not so much. Not enough cutlery on the table nor napkins. Had to raid other tables for that as staff were not forthcoming. Food was hot and ok. Would eat there again. Only issue I had which was a a real shame was that bar staff were quite rude. I ordered three children’s meals which comes with a desert. I placed our main food order and drinks at bar and sat back down for food. After we finished I went back up to the bar to order the children’s deserts which I had paid for. Girl behind the bar said we can’t get them as we didn’t order them when we ordered our main food. But I said we’ve been charged for them. She said yes but you hadn’t put the order in when you paid. So I said why didn’t she mention that it had to be done at the time of ordering? She didn’t answer. I said the children just want a ice cream each. It doesn’t say on the menu that have to order desert at initial Payment stage. So surely the children can have their deserts that I’ve paid for. She went and spoke to someone else and the other lady put it through the till. Both didn’t say a word to me and both gave me continuous dirty looks thereafter that could kill. Just hoping that they didn’t do anything bad to my children’s desert out of spite.

Popped in for a quick bite and opted for a burger and a drink. All bitters were off, OK these things happen. Menu said, burger fries, salad and smokey mayo - sounded nice. Food turned up, eight hard chips and a dried up burger,no salad or mayo. Pretty poor quality all round.

Only popped in for a quick drink & ended up spending the time talking to Charlie behind the bar about Buddy Holly! Fantastic lady & great welcoming service, I will be back!

Rude staff and manager here at Yates in Romford. Food below average. Would not return, would not recommend!

I was in Yates last night and there was a girl serving me (just about) she was so slow and took ages to do anything. I had to wait at the bar for ages as it was. I made a comment about it and she said that she was new. I get that new staff need training but surely everyone knows how to make a drink and you would hire people with a little bit of experience. Didn’t catch her name but she was in on Thursday 28th in a black top and she had french braids.

After waiting over 20 minutes to be served I gave up and returned to my seat. Gave it 10 minutes for the bar to clear. Still no service... not only was the bar sections being inadequately waited, they were left with no response at all. I must admit after half an hour had now passed I called to the bar man who turned out to be the manager and said would you mind if I helped myself and leave the money at the bar? To witch he stormed over and said I will have you thrown out of the fu☆☆ing pub, to which I replied "all I meant was I can see you're short staffed it wasn't personal".

Visited with two work colleagues after work for quick couple of drinks and food wish I’d not bothered carling was sour and bar manager disputed this all three of us said it was sour tasting then to top it off food came and was cold unappetising and frankly disgusting for the money I’ll never ever darken there door again and nor should you

After waiting about forty minutes for our meal my daughters club sandwich had partially frozen bread, & luke warm sweet potato fries, my fries were also luke warm, beef & ale pie was ok & child size portion of peas. The girl behind the bar either couldn't understand me or couldn't hear me, had repeat everything & then the order was still wrong. When the meals did finally arrive had to go back to the bar to get cutlery. Next time we'll go to wetherspoons just a few doors away!

After a family funeral i tried to go in this bar for some karaoke after a recommendation from some people I'd got talking to.Myself,34 years old and my sister in law ,55 years old were refused entry as we had no id.There were no signs saying they were doing this and as a trained doorman with a cps licence know that it is illegal unless it is advertised.While I understand the concept maybe the doormen should just be better trained rather than relying on a machine.Also had been in the day before and the atmosphere was awful,bar staff uninterested and in general was the 2 lowest points of my visit to romford.I will not be going to anymore Yates bar where ever I visit and hope that when I work a door next I don't treat anyone with the disrespect that we were treated with.

Came here for a couple of drinks, ended up staying the entire night! Great vibe, great atmosphere at a reasonable price! Special thanks to the staff, particulary the manager Sam who tempted us to stay at the venue after offering us a special drinks deal! Very satisfied, will definitely be coming back!

visited yesterday 16/12/2018 where do i start no staff no glasses 1 week before christmas really poor had to ask three times for the sound to be put on the football even though everybody was in there for it at first the manager said the commentary would only be on upstairs but the bar upstairs doesent open. we go upstairs no commentary 50 percent of the screens were not working upstairs.customer service in here is very poor training is seriously required toilets are disgusting and smelly avoid this place at all costs if you want to watch football would not return in a hurry

Yates is an amazing bar to enjoy yourself in. I have made many friends even with the security team x

Went for dinner.floors dirty.sticky tablets.menus all wet chairs yuk and whole place smelt like a public toilet its horrible so we didn't stay

Always go here for the 241 meals. Nice and cheap whilst not being stingy on portions. Pros - nice portions, friendly staff Cons - Seats could do with a clean! Lots of stains on chairs

Nice place for drinks and food (when the kitchen is open) It can close at random times which I guess is centred around staffing issues. Staff work hard at being welcoming and do their best to keep the place clean

I’m local to Romford but couldn’t find a roast dinner anywhere. Fortunately Yates offers veggie roasts. It was really disappointing and also we were short changed but only realised when we got home. Will go back to wetherspoons next time. Also it stank of toilets and the tables were filthy! Bar staff seem okay, did have a porn star martini which was lovely but other than that it was crap.

Came in with some friends and loved the place. It’s a proper Yates and run just you would exspect from the Brand. Keep up the good work there team as I will defo be coming back

Went there yesterday afternoon with a friend for lunch, ordered their classic burger which comes with fries. When the food eventually arrived after what seemed like a lifetime, the fires were burnt being recognition.

I just won’t to inform you that last night between 6pm and 10pm I attended your public house, on arrival I bought one pint of fosters and one shandy and was short changed £1.60, I bought to the bar tenders attention and he said oh what did I give you I said you know exactly what you gave me he then went to the till and gave me my one pound sixty, when then had food I had the Thai noodle, I did not make it to the end of the football match I got home 21.35 I have been ill through the night, I will be contacting environmental health.

One of three pubs plus restaurants along this short stretch of South Street, it is possibly the cheapest. That said there is little more to say. All the usual pub grub available and beer and wine at very reasonable prices. Good staff.

My Son and I went in to here this week as we happened to be in Romford for a shopping trip. We went in pretty early, maybe midday, and it smells musky with single men sitting at tables drinking on their own - wasn't the best start, but my Son was hungry so we stayed. Burger and fish and chips - not good at all but only came to £9. Staff were friendly and willing to assist so thumbs up to them. No try somewhere else as there are plenty in the town.

I like eating here because the beer always tastes great. The pipes must be cleaned regularly. There are lots of great places to eat in Romford but this particular place has football on a huge screen like a sports bar. The food is always pipping hot and on time. The venue has an upstairs so can accommodate small to large groups. One problem is no children are allowed. Otherwise fantastic venue. In the evenings it has a DJ and one could strut there dance moves till the late hours.

Pop into Yates for a unplanned spontaneous spot of lunch.

Was meeting up with friend for a night out. We choose to you Yates as our meeting point.