A good traditional town centre pub retaining some heritage features such as the very pleasant seating booths and decorative screens. There is an interesting 'window ' in the floor revealing the cellar. An OK ale range for my visit and three ales and a cider were on the six available hand pumps. Alongside the dreaded John Smith’s smooth were Old Mill Brewery Styrian Wolf bitter, and Black Sheep’s Monty Pythons Holy Grail Ale plus a cider and these were in decent nick. A decent enough traditional pub for a pint in central Preston, especially if you can get one of the two private booths on the right hand side as we did.
A terrific historic pub in the heart of Preston, tucked away to the side of the new Indoor Market. Confusingly, though now called The Market Tap it still has its old Market Tavern sign in place (itself a words only replacement for a previous more colourful image of the market in full operation). The pub is ornate, cosy, with lots of unimposing pop music playing in the background. There are great guest ales and discounts for CAMRA real ale group members. Staff are friendly and polite. A great pub to stop off at for a break when shopping or doing bisuness in Preston.
Market Tavern is now known as the Market Tap. I visited with family members on a night out around Preston on Friday 12.10.18. And was taken in by the lovely clean decor and welcoming staff. I.d never gone into the Tavern before, associating it with the older mans pub. But hands up to the new owners and what they are trying to do. I will definitely be visiting again. I understand they serve food and will be having live entertainment in 2019. So do pay them a visit and check out the glass cellar, hidden under a mat, if the pubs not too busy.
Market Tavern used to be my local and home from home it has now been taken over been back once and never again! It has lost all the ambiance and that local feeling. Apart from the fact that prices have skyrocketed you are made to feel extremely uncomfortable by management watching your every order and move. I 've been a local there for many years and the previous landlords were pure gems worth their weight in gold who know how to run a pub. Sorry but there are other places for our social club
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I visited the Market Tavern (formerly known as Market Tavern) while on a real ale tour in Preston. We stopped by after a disappointing experience at another pub, but this one was a pleasant surprise. The pub had six real ales on tap and the bartender was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He not only recommended his own beers, but also provided suggestions for other real ales we should try during our trip. I would definitely return to this gem of a pub.
Called in at the weekend along with a group of mates. We didn't eat but the ales were lovely and well kept. The atmosphere was also good and the staff friendly.... have to say that when I was a student in the 1990's this place was not the friendliest put but this weekend I loved it.... also a great jukebox .... would recommend this place if your on a ale trail kind of night out...
We were in town for Saint Patrick's Day and decided to stop by this restaurant while moving between pubs. Despite already having eaten, we decided to have a drink here. The staff were friendly and the service was good. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the seating is comfortable. However, we found it strange that the place was mostly empty and couldn't figure out why.
I visited this restaurant yesterday and discovered a lovely hidden gem - a cozy (although a bit chilly) pub. I really enjoyed the old-fashioned traditional decor. I was pleased to find a good menu with options for vegetarians, offering something different. The locals were friendly and the staff went above and beyond to provide excellent service.
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In the corner of every City is always a small jewel. And this is Preston’s for the Real Ale Enthusiasts. I don’t know enough to pontificate about pale/amber ales etc, but the taste and ambiance was spot on. Well Done and Thank You for your gracious hospitality
Great atmosphere in this traditional market pub and a very busy place. The food looked good for the next time we visit Preston. Had a pint of Wainwright's which was excellent quality (it can vary) and left with a very favourable impression of the hostelry.
