Tuesday 21 December 2021

Fuller's Hop Tropic at the Old Joint Stock, Birmingham

This classic pub is full of iconic features. An island bar dominates the room with handpumps on every side which can be a bit inconvenient when deciding what to order. Raised tables are placed next to the windows to allow office workers a view of the outside world while relaxing with a pint and a pie (of which I must get round to trying!). The remaining space is taken up by raised tables, huge paintings with golden frames and chandeliers hanging down from the ceiling. Upstairs is a balcony with regular seating while behind this lies a small theatre that runs a regular programme. Back downstairs, there’s more seating designed for intimate conversation, and there’s even a small courtyard if you feel the need for a puff. And just through here you can exit via the rear and end up in a completely different pub on the opposite side of the alleyway.


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