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“Great first time experience. Aaron gave a great tutorial and helped with improving our throwing technique. Will definitely go back for more fun“

“great staff, perfect place for a bite and bevy after an event at bud gardens“

“Danic was absolutely amazing. Food was great. Best in London“

“Great spot, food was very fresh and the staff were awesome!“

“I don’t usually write reviews… but this one is legally required.

We went to Jack Astor’s and got served by Pat, and I can confidently say this was not a meal—it was a life-altering experience.

From the moment we sat down, Pat appeared like some kind of hospitality wizard. Waters filled before we even knew we were thirsty. Recommendations? Flawless. Timing? Surgical. Vibes? Immaculate. I’m pretty sure Pat could sense what we wanted to order before we did.

At one point I dropped a fry and I swear Pat was already there mid-air to save it. NASA should honestly be studying the reaction time.

The food was great—but let’s be clear: Pat was the main course.

If you go to Jack Astor’s and don’t get Pat as your server, respectfully, just leave and come back another day. It’s not worth settling for a lesser experience.

Pat didn’t just serve us dinner. Pat served excellence, charisma, and what I can only describe as a spiritual awakening.

10/10. 6 stars. Would request Pat at my wedding, my kid’s birthday, and possibly as a life coach.

Give this human a raise immediately“

“We went to Jack Astor's Richmond St last night for a girls get together/Christmas dinner. The restaurant was decorated to the max for Christmas. It made our get together that much more fun. The staff was awesome and my meal (chicken fried chicken from the specials menu) was outstanding. We ended the night on the patio by a firepit and one of the staff generously came out to take our picture. It was just a perfect night. Thanks so much.“

“The perfect atmosphere for a team social. Our waitress, Lexi, was extremely attentive and friendly. I got the chicken tacos (3) with a caesar salad, which came out to just over $30 including tax and tip. The portion sizes were a bit small for the price, but delicious nonetheless.“

“No Runts at the Runt. This is a generally great place with pleasant service and good food. I recently dropped in for a drink with two little dogs. I sat on the patio (which was empty) and the wait staff brought out a bowl of water for the little guys. He did tell me that generally dogs were not permitted on the patio but that if I wanted they could hang out beyond the fence. Because the place was empty, he turned a blind eye to the fascinating rule. After a drink, the manager told the wait staff that I had to put the dogs on the other side of the fence. By then, there was another couple on the patio who were enamoured by the dogs and unbothered. By this time there were only three people on the patio. The waiter was polite, told me the manager insisted on the dogs being placed outside the fence in what was now the Sun and heat. Five stars for the place and the waiter generally. Negative five for the manager who is obviously not a dog owner or lover.“

“Great place to hang with friends and have a pint or 2...people are friendly and the owner is not a bad guy either lol“

“Joe Kool’s is easily one of the best clubs in London to hang out on a Friday or Saturday night. The atmosphere is always buzzing, the crowd is lively, and the music keeps the energy going till late. It’s almost always jam-packed on weekends, which adds to the fun vibe if you’re looking to socialize and enjoy a proper night out.

The servers are amazing—quick, attentive, and friendly even when the place is packed. The bouncers also deserve a shout-out: they mind their own business and are very respectful as long as you maintain the decorum and act friendly yourself, which is refreshing compared to many other clubs. Drinks are pretty standard priced about the same as anywhere else in town.

I haven’t tried the food here because my personal recommendation is to get your stomach filled at Chuck’s Roadhouse right next door, which is a solid 5/5 spot especially after 9 pm. Joe Kool’s is more of a go-to for the drinks, music, and weekend nightlife experience.

One small downside: the front area can feel really congested when it’s packed, and because it’s narrow, it sometimes gets a bit claustrophobic for people trying to move in and out. Once you’re inside and settled, though, the overall vibe makes up for it.

Overall, if you’re in London and want a guaranteed fun Friday or Saturday night out, Joe Kool’s is the place. Just be ready for crowds, line-ups, and lots of energy. Definitely a 4/5 clubbing spot!“