The Blind Beggar

"We stopped just for a cold coke. I was greeted by a very friendly young barmaid. After serving us. she took great pleasure, showing us the bullet holes and explaining the history of the pub. There is an old world feel to this place apart from the large screen tv's."

"The only positive about the The Blind Beggar is the resident cat that sits chilled on the bar. The pub trades on it's notoriety of the shooting of George Cornell by Ronnie Kray. The bar staff are unfriendly and disinterested, which ok they don't have to force a smile or be chatty as they're doing their job but it doesn't make the pub welcoming. There is one particular male member of staff who is aggressive and rude and probably causes a lot of arguments. Me and my mate had about quarter of a pint left and it was close to closing time, there was still roughly 30 people left in the pub. The call of "we're closing up drink up now" was said which is fair enough. I would say literally 10 seconds after he said it he then said to myself and my mate "didn't you hear what I said drink up now" I looked around and on other tables there were still other groups who were still drinking and had full pints and other drinks on the go, my mate politely said we're leaving don't worry. The barman obviously didn't fancy confronting groups of people to leave or maybe because he knows them who knows. There are other pubs around the area which deserve custom other than The Blind Beggar. Give it a swerve."

"I have to say the blind beggar is one of the best london east end pubs I've been in since I moved here 5 years ago. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was like nothing I've experienced before. Would definitely recommend going there for a few drinks"

"Where do I start... What a iconic and historically significant building.. Up to date with most people's drinking requirements and as welcoming as a brasshouse to a seasoned sailor... I love the gaff.. The landlord is next level accommodating and the staff are friendly also... Get down there lively and enjoy yourselves."

"Definitely worth a visit if you are interested in the history of the place. The area is bright and vibrant with lots of great market stalls along the road if you walk or just a hop, skip and a jump from the station. The public house service is great with a huge beer garden and call buttons to request attention. I will go back and spend more time there."