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N:The Ring
FN:The Ring
TEL;WORK;VOICE:020 7620 0811
ADR;WORK:;;72 Blackfriars Road, Southwark;SE1 8HA
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NOTE:Stepping in here won't turn you invisible, or make you subject to attack from halitosis-breathing men in black with limited lines in dialogue. Nor is it a pub forged by Sauron the Dark Lord to rule over mankind. The truth, rather prosaically, is that the name refers to the boxing ring that used to stand opposite, but which has now been demolished to make way for some more offices. Its previous incarnation as an old man's boozer dying in a mephitic fug of Rothman's and cheap bitter, The Ring has been recreated as a quality establishment, upmarket without being offensive, combining elements of the traditional pub with something of the laid-back bar vibe. Intimate and friendly, the comfy seating, excellent Thai food and good selection of drinks make it a bit of a hit; the inevitable downside being that it can sometimes get rather crowded. Worth the effort, though. Open 7 days, Sky sports on a smallish screen. Get there before the new office block opens.
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