I do not consider myself a hipster or club-kid but I do think the hidden rooms in Cambridge bring…read moresomething that no other pub has to offer. There is some sense of exclusivity with a bouncer at the door and over priced cocktails. Wouldn't necesarily want to spend a whole lot of time here as it is underground and the ceiling is rather low but I would definitely suggest this to anyone who is going to Cambridge and looking for a trendy place to have a few drinks.

We went to the hidden rooms as we were in seach of a good bar wth a good atmophere and a tempting…read morecocktail menu. They had had one of the two things atleast. Their choice of cocktails was good and made very well, However the decor and interior are quite dated and not suited to a cocktail bar, infact it looks very similar to the nightclub that proceeded it a few years ago. Their wasnt too much atmosphere however it was early when we arrived but it allfelt a little half hearted the bathroom was awful too. The hidden rooms as the name suggests are hard to find, just down a few steps off jesus lane. (next to pizza express) usually places that are hard to find are often worth the search and effort however this sadly wasnt the case here. It maybe much better late at night though with more people and the cheery beer goggles on.

The cocktails are really good and are a reasonable price. Loved doing the mystery shots and loved…read morethe decor as it was Mighty Boosh themed. The staff were also really nice.

What an awesome bar! My husband and I stumbled upon this bar at 6 pm on a Tuesday and it's happy…read morehour 2 drinks for 1! We had their version of a margarita (Palomarita) and this was just so delicious. Can't wait for a second one! In addition they gave us some olives and chips to accompany our drinks. I love the hospitality!

Drinks are perfect in this restaurant-bar environment, the food is really good but on the pricier…read moreside. The atmosphere still feels casual despite the smart old timey-high ceiling experience.

Actually live here!! I love the chat club it has amazing food with a range of options to pick from,…read moreburgers and full course meals to brunch till 5:00 ...and the drinks....are to die for! Amazing cocktails and mocktails, coffees, teas etc. The decor is great with a rustic wooden vibe, yet homey and welcoming! The staff are wonderful and can offer helpful recommendations, and are always willing to go above and beyond....however, sometimes I find the service slow, the meals do not tend to take a a while to actually come to the table. Apart from that it's brilliant, just so long as you aren't very hungry...but if there is a wait, I suggest a cocktail

This, was a ruddy wonderful place. Came here with friends after a show, the staff were friendly and…read moreaccommodating, and the bouncers were Lovely, but with a no nonsense approach. I never once felt nervous. There's a long bar at the front, and a little cocktail bar at the back, which is impressive for a petite venue. I was walked over to the cocktail bar, and told I could order anything I wanted, any cocktail off the top of my head, or just say what I liked and they'd match it. I listed of floral, sour and gin, and was presented with a super tasty gin based jade princess. The music was great, areas to sit and dance too. Cocktails are not cheap, but they're very much worth it. A lot of people do seem to come here on the pull, which isn't my scene, and those who approached never pestered, which is wonderful. An all round nice environment!

Set off the main drag of St Albans competitive and compelling nightlife lies Mokoko's Cocktail and…read moreWine Bar. Deep dark purple signage suggests money and a member's club feel and once you have stepped up the hefty steps, a doorman heaves open the door, a treasure lies within. Believe me you do need money to come in here but boy is it worth it. The place was packed with it being a Saturday after pay day after a long and somewhat alcoholically dry January. I had with me an egg that I had stolen from Pizza Express. Yes a hen's egg. I vowed to love, nurture and cherish this gift of life, insisting it would one day hatch. The egg was a talking point with friendly punters and sadly as I placed her on the bar to photograph her, she rolled off, smashing beneath my platforms. The manager quickly came to the floors aid and scooped up the mess, with me saying "who would bring an egg to a lovely place like this?" in his ear hole. Ahem. We got served quickly, even though the bar area is tiny and were produced with a fantastic passion fruit cocktail with a shot of expensive champagne. Later I had a shot of tequila and an 80's Pina Colada which I have to say was the best I'd ever had. Even after real ones in Cuba. Music was current, cool and loud and I managed to burst into the VIP section and get brought some drinks for myself and the other two darling Nicola's. Result. To finish off my fabulous members only kind of evening I used my light fingers again to acquire a lovely chalk board. This lives on my kitchen table.

Sophisticated venues are all too rare in St. Albans, so when Mokokos moved in it was quickley…read moresnapped up with facebook events for 21st birthday parties. Cocktails galore and a fancy venue so can get nice and dressed up without the worry of being sat next to a burberry chav. Cocktails are around £8 each but if you don't fancy one you can always grab a popular beer. Don't fancy alcohol? Their non alcohol cocktails are just as much of a treat. I had the watermellon and pepper. Scrummy! Not your birthday? Impress that special lady on a first date. Mokokos do not serve food but it is is surrounded but popular italian restaurants. A great night out.

This place has recently changed hands and is now Turkish themed rather than French…read more 7 of us ate here and had a combination of dishes. Mainly Mediterranean style food, we shared a mezze platter which had some great tasters and warm bread. I tried the moussaka, and others had fish or lamb. They also do roast dinners, chicken and pork. Most dishes came with veggies and salad or potatoes. Portions were big. Service was attentive. The venue has a great vibe, and the outside area is lovely in good weather.

Went on a beautiful Thursday evening which wasn't busy and sat on the patio. The infused gin was…read morespectacular and we shared a board with yummy fried croquettes and other items. People watched the very young teens smoking and drinking which not happens in the states when parents aren't watching...

The bar is behind the bakehouse restaurant and is part of the same business. As with the Bakehouse…read morethe food available is gorgeous. A great place to go and meet friends for drinks and have a snack. Very modern set up, helpful staff and even blankets in the outdoor section to snuggle in if it gets a bit chilly out! Great cocktails :)

Went for the first time with a friend. Looking for somewhere with a more cosmopolitan atmosphere…read morethan a country pub. We found it. Smart, clean, modern and 'European' in decor, it was reassuringly busy, early evening, even though mid-week. Friendly staff, we only had wines and coffees, but both were well up to spec. The Olive Lounge tickked all our boxes, and I will happily use it more in the future.

An American restaurant situated not far from the town centre with it's typical American decor. A…read morefantastic atmosphere with its ultra comfortable leather booth seats, skylight bringing in natural sunlight, even plug sockets for laptop users and free wifi. It also seems the place to watch live sports over a drink and a burger with tv screens on each corner of the restaurant yet it is still very family friendly and service has always been impeccable. In my honest opinion I do believe they serve some of the best American dishes around and can even compete with some of London's favourite diners. Wild wings (cajun) x6 Incredibly moreish and can see myself finishing a higher quantity bucket load. The wing sizes were quite average but very succulent and meaty inside. The cajun spices gave it a nice sweet paprika garlicky flavour and latched on well on the crispy skins of the wing showing that they were well fried, Sloppy Joes Ticked all the boxes for a fantastic burger. First that lovely pillow soft brioche bun, slightly charred so it came warm. Then came the rich tender minced beef fried with onions and peppers in there to give it some texture and boost of flavour. The sauce it came with was generous, with lovely rich sweet and and savoury notes keeping everything moist and juicy throughout. Finished off nicely with a fine slice of cheese, melted perfectly to intensify the umami flavours. Full rack ribs A delicious slab of ribs, keeping its meaty texture and flavours which suggest it was slow cooked the full length of time to tenderise and soften the meat. There was no pre cooking the ribs beforehand here. This allowed the rich BBQ coca cola sauce to penetrate through to the bone whilst reducing in liquid to create a rich and sticky coating around the ribs keeping everythign moist and juicy. A nice light creamy coleslaw on the side to cool things off. Curly fries These were perfectly fried. It had that moreish fluffy inside and crispy outside that was coated in the sweet mild spices which you find collapsing on itself as you chew, sending the rush of flavour through each mouthful. I say mouthful as who just pops one in their mouth per bite, not if they are this good. Chilli fries Not the spicy chilli as I imagined but chilli consisting of a wonderful well flavoured mix of red kidney beans, onions and red peppers in a lovely thick tomato slurry that helped bind the sauce and flavours on each and every chip. Drizzled with sour cream to add a lovely creamy consistency. Very wholesome dish. Sloppy suits every occassion whether it's your quick lunch or a celebration feast. Food has always been fantastic and paired with that is it's lovely bright and spacious atmosphere. Those who can eat a lot like me should definitely go for one of their food challenges. try their Sloppy Joes challenge and knock me down the top of the chart if you can.

Fun little bar in Cambridge, better than most, they do know how to make great cocktails, the bar…read moretender was very nice and explained to me why tipping with a card doesn't make any sense for them. It is because they have to automatically pay 40% taxes on their tips. So when you are in UK, although not required tip with cash please.

Came in here on a Saturday afternoon to get some work done. Quiet atmosphere, looked like a good…read morealternative to the crowded nearby coffee shops. On reflection, the lack of a crowd on a busy Saturday should have been a clue. Don't bother ordering a cocktail here. The alleged pina colada was bland and watery, with plenty of unblended ice remaining in the bottom of the glass. (This latter was a mixed curse; had they succeeded in blending it fully, it is doubtful that even the faintest trace of the presumably-artificial coconut flavouring would have remained.) Wireless is free and surprisingly fast (12Mbps download, 768kbps upload), but disappointingly unreliable; if you don't know how to bypass a DHCP server by sniffing network traffic and then manually configuring an IP address, then don't expect it to work for you. There is no sign of available power. Despite the "free wireless" advertised in the windows, this really isn't set up to be somewhere you can work comfortably, which leaves me wondering why it stays open all afternoon.