Gastropubs are better than French bistros, says Ronay
The Three Fishes included in Egon Ronay’s 2006 Guide as one of the top 10 gastropubs.
Fuelling our long-running rivalry with our cousins across the channel, a new guide claims British gastropubs serve better food than traditional French bistros. Turning his attentions to gourmet watering holes for the first time, the country’s most famous critic, Egon Ronay, praised the most dramatic change to British eating habits for half a century.
Friendly pub staff give customers a warmer welcome than some “surly” waiters in France, according to his latest guide, published today.