The Rose 15/06/11

Attendees: Ben, Cam, Michael, Richo, Mike, Rose.

Price: $8.40 James Squire Amber Ale pint, &7.80 Carlton pint. Good price, quite cheap.

Distance: 5 min walk

Location: 406 Napier St, corner with Rose St. Backstreets of Fitzroy, between Brunswick and Smith streets.

Obscurity: Not on any main street so quite unknown unless you're a local.

Ambiance: Ultimate local pub. Easy going. Definitely has a bit of a "yeah mate" blokey vibe. Approach-ably manly!

Character: Verging on a classy vintage pub feel without actually getting there. Traditional "Old Fitzroy" pub, none of this new commercialised Fitzroyalty. True grit.

Decor: Has an amazing rotating vintage beer sign clock. There is a blend between classic beer paraphernalia and old school sport memorabilia.

Comfort: Nice and warm, but the air isn't stale. Perfect winter pub temperature. Pretty comfy seating, and is quite nice to sit at the bar.l

Selection: Basic. Have quite a few options for beers on tap, but no obscure surprises.

Patrons: Manly, but not macho. Doesn't have a pokie/TAB crowd but very sport focused yet still welcoming.

Staff: Switched on, know their shit, yet very friendly. Local feel, as in the bar staff joke around and give you shit (or rather give Cam shit).

Outdoor Area: Limited street seating but nothing special.

Amenities: Urinals are too close together for comfort.

Specials: Wide range of food and multiple T.Vs to satisfy your sporting pub needs.

Field Notes: Rose enjoys her namesake, Richo enjoys his immortalisation on the wall. Bricks and carpet have a nanna-ish aura.
Everyone enjoyed the fact that the bar staff gave Cam some fashion tips.

Memorable Quotes: "Your headband is really shit" MLG, "Yeah, it really is" Barchick
"You don't want to be rubbing hips while taking a piss" MLG

Arbitrary Score: 68
Not trying to be anything special. A solid, warm pub that you could spend the day watching the footy in.