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Yates - Romford

Bar Pub

Lively chain venue with typical English decor, a menu of pub classics and regular promotions. People often mention staff, good, great, service, amazing, drinks, friendly, night, Yates, friends,


Address

87-89 South St, Romford RM1 1PA, United Kingdom

Website

www.craftunionpubs.com

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (1.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: staff (28) good (20) great (19) service (18) amazing (17) drinks (17) friendly (16) night (15) Yates (11) friends (9)
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  • 5/5 Georgia N. 2 years ago on Google
    Brilliant place to be! Fun music, good dance floor! Drinks are a reasonable price! Not too expensive! Im a profoundly deaf person who is both cochlear implanted in both ears and I love coming there, i always write an order and get it straight away, taps me on my hand to say i can pay.. i signed “thank you” and this wonderful lady, roughly around 5ft 3-4 and has a dark blackish brown hair.. she signed “thank you” back to me.. which made me feel so welcome! I couldnt catch her name! But she was amazing!! ❤️❤️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kelly E. 9 months ago on Google • 53 reviews
    Had lunch here with my mate,some of my food was so hard; my fork wouldn't dig into it! both of us not well after- I threw up numerous times. Used the loo, unfortunately, as it was absolutely disgusting, look like it had never been cleaned, as well as seeing the brown painted tiles covered in scratched graffiti was even more off putting. The only good thing about this place is the staff, but if I knew my place of work was so dirty and a bit slapdash with food, I wouldn't be smiling so much. The place needs a good clean, and all very well to have an extensive menu, but you can tell when chefs don't enjoy their work. We won't be coming back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 CM L. 7 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Tourists who landed in London this morning staying around the area. Major disappointment for our first meal of the day for a very hungry family of 5 at 1130am to be this bad. It was clear the food was cooked by Chef Microwave. Burger buns were hard. Fish, pot pie and mash were so bad. Waited 25 mins for the orders to come. Service was lukewarm and nothing like what some of the reviews mentioned. Pictures of our sad, unfinished food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony W. 1 year ago on Google
    Me and Jeff celebrating Christmas early drinks for this year, went out with just each other. Had a few drinks, kareokee night was amazing! Great entertainment and the price of the alcohol was not too bad either. The food there was nice just had a plate of chips nothing fancy. The staff we fast paste alway busy. Smoking area was available, the venue was spacious. Full of seating.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andri B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great PUB with good beer's and many TV's for comfortable football looking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James S. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a good night out. Bar staff all friendly and nice - especially Sarah, Diamond and Simon! Breakfasts always good when Jordan and Emma are in the kitchen!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arlete Debora Costa H. 3 years ago on Google
    100% RECOMMENDED VERY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT THE WAITRESSES SO KIND ALWAYS WITH A SMILE ON THE FACES EXCEPT FOR ONE GIRL WAS IN AT THE LUNCH TIME LAST SATURDAY 03/10 SHE TOOK MY CHIPS AWAY BEFORE I HAD FINISHED. BUT STILL WORTH GO BACK. THANKS GUYS ME AND MY HUSBAND WILL LOVE TO GO BACK NEXT SATURDAY
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gary A. 1 year ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Good staff, drinks are cheap and it's a Yates. It's what's to be expected. Enjoy daytime no wait on any food or drinks

  • 5/5 Mindaugas K. 1 year ago on Google • 10 reviews
    If you're looking for a great pub with good service and friendly staff, then the Yates Romford Pub may be just what you're looking for. This pub has a reputation for providing excellent customer service, with staff who go out of their way to ensure that patrons have a great experience. The atmosphere at Yates Romford is warm and inviting, with a classic pub feel that's perfect for a night out with friends or a casual meal with family. Whether you're looking for a quick pint or a full meal, you'll find plenty of options on the menu, all prepared with care and attention to detail. One of the standout features of Yates Romford is the quality of the staff. Rima the manager is extremely friendly and accommodating. From the moment you walk in the door, you'll be greeted with a smile and made to feel welcome. The bar staff are knowledgeable about the drinks on offer and are happy to make recommendations based on your preferences. The waiting staff are attentive and efficient, ensuring that your food arrives promptly and that you have everything you need. Overall, if you're in the Romford area and looking for a great pub experience, you can't go wrong with Yates Romford. With its friendly staff, great service, and inviting atmosphere, it's the perfect place to relax and unwind with friends or family.

  • 1/5 Abbie D. 1 month ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Came in earlier today with my service animal was asked by the three bar staff sat at the bar chatting, to leave as they don’t allow animals, I showed my dogs paperwork and explained it’s a legal requirement. The manager told me she didn’t know the law and told us to leave the premises. I highly suggest some further training, especially to the rude Eastern European manager on shift today has 0 communication skills, empathy or knowledge of the country she lives in.

  • 5/5 Cornea.00 A. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Came here with my friend for some food and some drinks, the food was really good and it arrived quickly as well as the drinks, Jurate was very kind and helpful when we ordered and made our experience here very enjoyable, would definitely recommend :)

  • 5/5 George S. 6 months ago on Google
    Mia and Logan both made our night amazing! Quick service and great customer service skills. Would highly recommend coming here

  • 5/5 Charlotte O. 4 months ago on Google
    Logan and Mia are amazing. Will defo come again. Favourite place in Romford x

  • 5/5 Tabatah E. 8 months ago on Google
    Had drinks here with my girls for lunch, the cocktails were good value for money, the atmosphere was chill and pleasant, our bartender Adriana was very chatty and ensured our comfort during our visit. Which made for fantastic service that will have us coming again!!!

  • 5/5 Charlie W. 4 months ago on Google
    Mia was amazing! Her service is immaculate and we had a really good night because of her! Will be back

  • 5/5 nib31 5 months ago on Google
    Jack who served me and my mates was pure awesome. So helpful and quick, we will returning for sure! Keep it up guys!

  • 5/5 Colin W. 6 months ago on Google
    Came in for a quiet few, Mia Logan and Alice were amazing as usual! Both door staff are very friendly and approachable especially Colin! would defo recommend for a night out!

  • 5/5 Sandra Z. 5 months ago on Google
    Me an my mister spend an amazing afternoon here. The staff was really friendly. Food was delicious and a really helpful bar tender Jurate

  • 5/5 holly r. 6 months ago on Google
    Went with family had a lovely dinner, food was great and service was very attentive. Food came quickly, hot and was very tasty. Nice selection of drinks, will definitely return

  • 5/5 Zara B. 7 months ago on Google
    One of the best pubs out there! Mia and Shamya are amazing and the best people. Helped me so much with any inconvenience and made me feel super comfortable. You guys are amazing thank you so much ❤️

  • 5/5 D S. 11 months ago on Google
    Mia the wonder. What a bar staff. Wow. If only words could describe her passion… her, virtuous sincerity. Drinks are good tho. Fun night on a Monday. Karaokes banging.

  • 5/5 Russell P. 11 months ago on Google
    Mia and Logan have been awesome , for a school night , two people managing a fairly busy crowd and being great hosts , we had a great night.

  • 5/5 Sharon E. 9 months ago on Google
    Came in with my sister, never met anyone better than mia and logan! The drinks are impeccable and the service is even better! Will definitely be returning if they are working

  • 5/5 Sophie d. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot for lunch, with a very calm and friendly dining experience. The staff are wonderful and helpful. Especially Shamya and Juice who have great customer service standards. It's become our weekly destination as its child friendly and the food is always great quality. Much nicer than anywhere else we have tried in the Romford area.

  • 2/5 Lizzie P. 9 months ago on Google
    I met up with 3 of my friends as was easily accessible for Me in a mobility scooter... The table we sat at was so sticky ,we had to ask for the table to be cleaned. The disabled toilet well,looked like it had never ever been cleaned for about a year, the floor,walls and the ceiling all had stains,I washed my hands and the water that came out was brown BROWN water.....how does water become brown... I WILL NOT be going back to this pub again......not what I imagined a well known pub to look like.

  • 5/5 Sally C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place! Staff are awesome and so friendly, Especially Simon he was so helpful. Also the food is amazing thanks to Lovely kitchen staff unfortunately didn’t catch there names! Will be back soon !

  • 5/5 Jimmy L. 1 year ago on Google
    This may be a branch of a national chain but the attention to detail and welcome from the staff is much more personal than that. Always good service and decent pricing so looking forward to visiting again soon.

  • 5/5 Laura K. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great night out! Started out with food and lots of drinks. Had planned to move on but stayed all night! Great customer service and prices very reasonable! Will be back very soon!

  • 5/5 Jamie H. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the place. Love the atmosphere. Great staff. Especially Charlie. Best customer service from her. If you go here. Get served by her😏

  • 1/5 Samuel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Yesterday afternoon I was reminded why I usually avoid this pub. Nearly 27 years of age and was refused a drink because I didn't have ID on me. He said he was just using the challenge 25 policy. He should try using common sense instead. Over the Christmas period the bouncers refused my 60 year old father entry because he didn't have ID. This pub's a joke.

  • 4/5 Ştefan-Vlad I. 1 year ago on Google
    Drinks are good, cocktails more than decent for east London and the prices are appropriate. The 2-for-1 deal on some drinks is nice and makes it easy to get a good buzz going for a nice vibe. Sound system was good (went there like 4 times by now). Didn't have any food so can't speak to that. Do bring your ID with you as me and my group were rejected based on that but those are the rules so abide or stay home.

  • 1/5 Martin N. 1 year ago on Google
    After a good visit a few weeks ago I decided to me friends to watch football there. They left a barman on his own that was his second day. I had to open my bottle myself and ask for a glass and ice. 2 off my friends glasses were dirty. My next round was not much better, busier at bar but served by same person. He still couldn't find the opener or to which card machine to process payment. Most annoying is that after 5 rounds off the same drinks we were charged 3 different prices, I bought 2 rounds and had a difference £1,20 from my 2 friends one off which had only a 30p difference the other 50p . Clean glasses and salt in the glass wash machine helps, everybody has to start somewhere, but needs to be instructed and guided and this didn't happen.

  • 3/5 C J. 1 year ago on Google
    Used to be a great night out always busy and Sundays were amazing with the open mic events but recently went last two Sundays there's been no open mics and has been very empty don't no what's happened

  • 5/5 kirsty a. 10 months ago on Google
    Came to Romford for a brunch and ended up leaving there to go into Yates as Yates atmosphere was a lot more better. Great service, great prices. Adriana was super friendly and made us feel very welcome. Would defo come here again

  • 5/5 leslie a. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place! Always a vibe and has a great atmosphere. Simon is brilliant and polite always makes the best cocktails. 100% recommended

  • 5/5 Kim V. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited Yates a few weeks ago, the food was lovely! I made sure to say thank you to the Chef Kinga. Bar staff was also very friendly, we had cocktails served by Mary, very friendly girl and cocktails were very nice

  • 5/5 Stuart C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went during a fairly busy West Ham game a few days ago and I must say impressed Jess was extremely attentive as well as the other bar girl Eva, will return for future games!

  • 3/5 David P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice pub for a beer and a meal always a good selection of music playing..don't sit at the table by the fruit machine, always get a drunk start talking to you. Better for a afternoon drink

  • 1/5 John S. 1 year ago on Google
    Try to go here for lunch yesterday with our 16 Yr old son at 12 lunchtime only to be told he was not allowed in, I understand children not allowed in in the evening but lunchtime for food in an empty pub lol you'd think they'd appreciate the business...

  • 5/5 Greta M. 1 year ago on Google
    went there for a quick drink with a friend. Lovely place, good selection of drinks and food. Woukd definitely come back

  • 5/5 Cubegaming Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food , high service standards. Lovely people working there that makes you want to come back there . Well done team

  • 5/5 Nashe M. 1 year ago on Google
    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!

  • 1/5 darren s. 1 year ago on Google
    Been here many times but the beer is always warm, went today and the staff said down to the cellar asked staff to try it and he said undrinkable, staff who were from suttons fantastic and changed for Stella also lovely, moons worlds inn never a problem

  • 5/5 Nina O. 1 year ago on Google
    Long time didn’t been is this place,i was surprised how they changed,food lovely,girl Jess who served us was amazing,friendly and always smile,definitely will come back again ,and bring my friends

  • 5/5 Stacey M. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in for a few drinks a couple weeks ago and the service was lovely! Staff were very friendly and made sure I had a great experience, I will deffo be back

  • 5/5 Charley R. 7 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    The staff are always so helpful and friendly the food and atmosphere is always amazing. Special shout-out to Mia for making sure we was okay during our visit

  • 5/5 modesta m. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Me an my friends spend an amazing evening here. The staff was really friendly. Food was delicious good price and a really helpful bar tender Jurate..

  • 1/5 Kojo A. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    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.

  • 5/5 Your local C. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Went to Yates for a chill night out with mates and ended up having the best laugh of my life. Was served by Kye and Ben who were 10/10 bar staff, great people and great drinks for a decent price. Will be back 100%

  • 5/5 Gamerboy M. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Had a wonderful work lunch at Yates today, was served by two amazing bar staff kye and jade who gave us amazing food recommendations, would totally suggest the 5 small plate deal. Drinks were amazing and really put us in a good mood for work again.

  • 5/5 chris M. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Great Monday night karaoke. Clearly the place to be on a Monday if you want cheap drinks and a sing along! Becca was very attentive. Will be back

  • 5/5 Jo F. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Love the atmosphere. Logan, Jack and Kye were great help when I aksed about what was in cocktails. They also have a nice banter and playful attitude


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Free water refills
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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