The Irish Clock

Post by **Bump** » January 3, 2007, 5:12 pm

Love gives me that oh so needed alone time LOL

Post by **Zidane** » January 9, 2007, 6:01 pm

The chefs name at the City Lodge is Andy....keen golfer and Man Utd fan.
If it was closed when you went,it must have only been a temporary thing.

Post by **dill** » January 9, 2007, 6:38 pm

try the mixed grill even my thai girlfreind liked it

Post by **BanPhu** » January 10, 2007, 2:20 am

Zidane, Andy it was, great guy and settled in well, is he still doing the bread baking, will be paying a visit next time back in Udon to Irish Clock and City Lodge, hope my lucks better then, I found them both to be great places.

Post by **beer monkey** » January 10, 2007, 4:50 pm

The chefs name at the City Lodge is Andy....Man Utd fan.

still we won't hold that against him.

traveller wrote: try the mixed grill even my thai girlfreind liked it

is that the irish clock or city lodge.?

Post by **mangkot** » January 10, 2007, 7:44 pm

dont drink too much Coke if you stay at city lodge though

was charged 40baht for a can in the minibar
and 35baht for a glass downstairs!!

dont drink coke that often , but was a bit surprised

after all its not Hilton

mangkooot

Post by **dill** » January 11, 2007, 2:44 am

beer monkey wrote:
The chefs name at the City Lodge is Andy....Man Utd fan.
still we won't hold that against him.

traveller wrote: try the mixed grill even my thai girlfreind liked it
is that the irish clock or city lodge.?

irish clock!!!

Post by **beer monkey** » January 11, 2007, 2:08 pm

mangkot wrote:dont drink too much Coke if you stay at city lodge though

was charged 40baht for a can in the minibar
and 35baht for a glass downstairs!!

dont drink coke that often , but was a bit surprised

after all its not Hilton

mangkooot

the answer to that one is simple, go and buy in the super at low cost, then simply place in the mini bar and enjoy a cheaper coke, or drink the one out of the mini bar then replace with one out of the super when you go out.

Post by **dill** » January 11, 2007, 2:33 pm

beer monkey wrote:
mangkot wrote:dont drink too much Coke if you stay at city lodge though

was charged 40baht for a can in the minibar
and 35baht for a glass downstairs!!

dont drink coke that often , but was a bit surprised

after all its not Hilton

mangkooot
the answer to that one is simple, go and buy in the super at low cost, then simply place in the mini bar and enjoy a cheaper coke, or drink the one out of the mini bar then replace with one out of the super when you go out.

i ussually tell the hotel to clear everything out of the fridge and stock it my self

Post by **wickder** » January 11, 2007, 11:12 pm

Irish Clock wrote:recreates the ambiance of an authentic Irish pub

Hmmm,went to the Clock yesterday and yes,the food is good,but a place more lacking in atmosphere you could not find.I have been to many,many pubs in Ireland and the mood is amazing.You certainly do not feel like you are in the hussle and bustle of an Irish pub in the Irish clock.It feels cold and lacks any character due to lack of punters.Kind of like a set on a stage with no players,it has no life.

Post by **Doc** » January 12, 2007, 1:04 am

wickder wrote:
Irish Clock wrote:recreates the ambiance of an authentic Irish pub
Hmmm,went to the Clock yesterday and yes,the food is good,but a place more lacking in atmosphere you could not find.I have been to many,many pubs in Ireland and the mood is amazing.You certainly do not feel like you are in the hussle and bustle of an Irish pub in the Irish clock.It feels cold and lacks any character due to lack of punters.Kind of like a set on a stage with no players,it has no life.

Here in Udon, the bars and restaurants are not busy all the time. Hence, the lack of hustle and bustle at the time that you were there. I was there yesterday, around 7:00 PM and it was quite busy.

Bear in mind that the current owner of the Clock has been there for only a bit over a month now. Takes a while to build up a good following.

Post by **hxjohn** » January 12, 2007, 8:16 am

even in a busy city in europe i doubt you will find the so called hustle and bustle 24/7 with prices going throw the roof
and as thailand is so far from ireland you dont get many pepole digging up the roads
so sit back and enjoy been able to get served without figting your way to the bar
and try going out of happy hour hours ie night time

laphanphon · Post by **laphanphon** » January 12, 2007, 10:40 am

I think it is more the cliental or customer base that is reason for the lack of festive bar atmosphere. Most living here are older and retired than your usually pub atmosphere in western world. If like myself, I go there to eat and leave, say hi to Steve, one of the only owner/managers I actually talk to, and usually short. I don

Post by **Doc** » January 12, 2007, 10:54 am

laphanphon wrote:Or maybe, they are all showing up and having a good time, just not inviting me.

You finally figured it out lap.

Post by **BKKSTAN** » January 12, 2007, 7:04 pm

LA,a very concise and excellent explanation IMO

oldfield · Post by **oldfield** » January 15, 2007, 7:52 pm

Went to the Irish Clock last night with the gf.

Had Sunday roast and the better half had sausage and mash. Both were fantastic - especially the roast.

Met the new manager and wife - both very nice and helpful along with all the new staff.

Also there were quite a few people in there so it had a good atmosphere.

All in all a much nicer place than before and I would recommend anyone to go there.

Post by **rickfarang** » January 22, 2007, 11:21 pm

beer monkey wrote: popped in yesterday as i left something in there a few days ago, as soon as i walked in i was handed the left item. Thanks again.

That wasn't your wife, was it? $\:D/$

Post by **beer monkey** » January 22, 2007, 11:37 pm

rickfarang wrote:
beer monkey wrote: popped in yesterday as i left something in there a few days ago, as soon as i walked in i was handed the left item. Thanks again.

That wasn't your wife, was it? $\:D/$

Naaaa ..... i would have left it a lot longer than a few days.

(only joking darling dear !)

laphanphon · Post by **laphanphon** » February 18, 2007, 10:54 pm

Popped in this evening for a fine meal, was think shepard or cottage pie, not really sure what they are, meat veggie, one lamb, one beef i think, but was influenced by the sunday roast advert. went with the roast beef, served with potatoes/cabbage/carrots/broccoli, and that pudding thing (yorkshire or something). of course all to expectations, steak knife provided, butter knife would of been fine or not need either, no slicing involved, just pulling to make smaller pieces. a tasty dish.

service prompt and courteous as usually.

on that other issue, on entry, 3 tables open, positioned myself in an appropiate spot, next to table of like thinking. seems every table was indulging, at least 50 % of customers, but all systems working, and to my surprise, didn't notice a thing, and i'm good. quite a few regulars, one festive table, nice atmosphere. may have add it back on the monthly/bi monthly schedule.

Post by **farang** » February 18, 2007, 11:10 pm

LA check out the roast lamb mate

it is fab!!!
allso the penang curry is absolutely fabulous

The Irish Clock

pace of life