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There are a number of Wetherspoons pubs in the county, but which are the best? We looked at TripAdvisor reviews to bring you the definitive ranking of the best Wetherspoon's across Herts. Top of the list is The Moon Under Water in High Street, Watford, with a rating of 3.7 out of 316 reviews.
It makes sense the Watford pub is rated highly - as the J D Wetherspoon company itself is based in Watford. One five-star review said: "Great service, very good manager, very friendly staff - brilliant and up for a laugh. Will recommend.
We visit two-to-three times every week." The Moon Under Water, Watford (Image: Newsquest) The Manor House in Melbourn Street, Royston comes in second place, with 3.6 out of 260 reviews.
One five-star reviewer praised the pub for its Guinness, saying: "A really friendly place with great staff. "There appears to be a competition amongst the team to produce the perfect pint of Guinness, so I tried one. "It was as good as any pint of the black stuff I’ve had in Dublin (and a lot cheaper).
I’ll definitely be going back!" In joint third place is the Waterend Barn in St Albans, which has a historic setting inside a listed barn off St Peter's Street. The pub received a rating of 3.4 out of 399 reviews.
A reviewer, who gave the pub five stars, said: "Nice environment in a great location, really enjoyed the food and staff seemed friendly, toilets were clean, was able to relax for the afternoon whilst waiting for a friend." Another praised the "fabulous" Grade II listed building, saying she had "never been disappointed" by the pub. The Waterend Barn, St Albans (Image: Newsquest) The Admiral Byng in Darkes Lane, Potters Bar also received 3.
4, out of 153 reviews. One reviewer praised the pub's "perfect customer service" and value for money, while another said "we came here for a family dinner and had such a lovely experience". Another review singled out the steak specifically, saying: "Just went for another meal at The Byng and had the best steak of my life.
"Totally blown away by the size and beautiful cut combined with perfect preparation at a fraction of the price elsewhere." The Three Magnets in Leys Avenue, Letchworth received a rating of 3.3 out of 212 reviews.
One reviewer praised the "friendly staff and great food", saying: "We had baked potatoes with roast vegetables and extra cheese. Very delicious, as can be seen by our empty plates. "The lady we were served by (possibly the landlady) was very friendly and other staff were also.
"The locals drinking there seemed very happy and it’s obviously a good place for people to meet up and chat for hours over pintage." The Three Magnets, Letchworth (Image: Google Street View) Next is The Angel Vaults Inn in Sun Street, Hitchin, which received a rating of 3.2 out of 483 reviews.
One reviewer praised the "really nice breakfast", saying: "Come here on a regular basis. "Always really enjoy the food and the staff are helpful and welcoming, especially Claire and Sarah." Another said: "This is one of the best Spoons that I have been to.
Good staff service with the usual drinks and food menus." Harpsfield Hall in Parkhouse Court, Hatfield also received 3.2, out of 243 reviews.
The pub has an aviation theme, in keeping with Hatfield's history as the home of de Havilland airfield. One five-star review said: "We stopped off here for breakfast and it was fantastic. "We both ordered full English breakfasts which was really tasty and well cooked.
"The service was great and the staff very friendly. It is a lovely Wetherspoons and kitted out to represent its history as an aerodrome." Harpsfield Hall, Hatfield (Image: Newsquest) The Standing Order in High Street, Stevenage comes next, with a rating of 3.
0 out of 246 reviews. One five-star review praised the "great breakfast", while another said: "Great service, food delivered quick and was nice and hot and well presented. "Staff were extra friendly and helpful which made a good enjoyable evening.
" Other reviews commented on the great service and highlighted individual members of staff for praise..
