Charlies Bar
Charlies Bar
3.8
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Kar0n
London, UK404 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Lovely location & decor - always the most extensive menu in Gibraltar offering consistently good food. Competitive in price overall it’s a great place to dine
Rosa is the best to serve you as without her the place doesbt function some of the staff are at best lazy at worse uncaring but she is amazing
Wish they offered half portions for kids as their meal sizes are huge and kids menu limited but that’s the only moan . Food is always wow - fresh , large portions and delicious
Rosa is the best to serve you as without her the place doesbt function some of the staff are at best lazy at worse uncaring but she is amazing
Wish they offered half portions for kids as their meal sizes are huge and kids menu limited but that’s the only moan . Food is always wow - fresh , large portions and delicious
Written 14 April 2023
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Sally2464
Barrow-in-Furness, UK222 contributions
We popped into Charlie's bar on the recommendation of a local lady. Food ok......decent burgers, etc & price reasonable for the location. Agree with a previous reviewer re the manager, who wasn't overtly rude, but a little abrupt. He wasn't impressed at all when our 18 month old started throwing food & cutlery around (although neither were we to be fair!). We went into the bar side rather than the steakhouse, which wasn't air conditioned but was bearable. Overall decent food & ok value. Manager could smile a bit more.
Written 30 August 2012
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IAN D
Wigan, UK26,809 contributions
Mar 2025 • Solo
I called in for a drink as opposite my hotel in Ocean Village. Very pleasant bar with great views of the marina and rock. Good choice of beers and wine. Pleasant place in the sun
Written 19 March 2025
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Anneliese B
Nottingham, UK32 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
We went for dinner on the 20.09.22 and everything was great, from the stylish decor to the friendly staff. The cocktails were amazing too especially the pina coladas, mojitos and bloody Mary’s. The menu is extensive and so much choice which can be hard to decide when your starving! Everything we had to eat was lovely and couldn’t complain about anything. The only slight thing we would say is that we noticed there was a lot of food/mess under the tables from previous diners.. it is not something you expect to see in such a nice upmarket restaurant, however we would 100% recommend to go.
Written 22 September 2022
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662LesleyP
Plymouth, UK7 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Two glorious dinners over two days, sampling four different meal types. The team at this venue are outstanding, so welcoming and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble. The Indian food is without doubt some of the best I have eaten and I have a great deal of experience with this type of cuisine. The other items sampled from the menu are incredibly good quality and above all, despite a busy restaurant catering for large groups, service was efficient , timely and the the food piping hot . Pricing reflects the quality. But it so definitely not overpriced. The premises are so pleasing and clean . Well done the whole team - top marks for two too evenings of joyful eating . I hope to be back soon.
Written 2 August 2022
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Ay H
Gibraltar22 contributions
Jul 2022
Almost £20 for Peppered Steak or Jamaican hot pot... and the steak in each was the size of a small thin burger. The side of chips would fit in a toddler's hand. So so overpriced. The staff was fine. The mood was fine. But the portion size is laughably bad. Save your money.
Written 13 July 2022
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nicdigby
UK201 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We ate here three times during our week staying in Ocean Village. We loved the huge variety of the menu ; I am a fussy eater but had loads of options. The food was plentiful and well cooked. The drinks were delivered quickly. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Excellent choice if you’re in the area.
Written 2 July 2024
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Pete P
Windsor, UK39 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Excellent location and very friendly staff. Food choice is amazing and caters for many different styles, i.e. burgers, steaks, oriental and Indian.
Advisable to book as the main restaurant is popular and busy.
Advisable to book as the main restaurant is popular and busy.
Written 8 December 2023
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Amy S
Manchester, UK4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Come for a girls trip to Gibraltar and this bar was the best one I’ve been too, great service, perfect atmosphere and the Gibraltaran barman with the scar might be the most gorgeous person I’ve ever seen so he made our night. Restaurant was a bit crowded but food was good. Definitely a spot to go to if you’re in Gibraltar.
Written 22 June 2023
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Julie A
Worcester, UK5 contributions
Oct 2013 • Family
I have read a couple of reviews on here slating the guy who runs the place. I think he actually owns it. I Live in gib and I'm married with 2 kids. The only explanation to people giving bad reviews is they don't understand dry humour. I know the guy is an avid pool player and lets be honest if you was an amateur golfer you wouldn't want someone else's kids taking swings out of the turf. Charlie's bar and restaurant are the same business but completely different. To be honest in either establishment look after your own kids as I'm sure he doesn't include babysitting service's in the price. Out of the negative reviews I've read there's been no mention that the food was inadequate or that those over 18 looked like they where having a miserable time. So maybe next time those who are quick to try and taint an individuals reputation should maybe take their kids to a kids place. I have been on numerous occasions and I keep my own kids in check that's what I'm there for the owner's there to make money not babysit and seeing as though it's packed when the tourists aren't here he can't be that bad.
Written 16 November 2013
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Absolutely fantastic food just a shame about the service. Male bartender seemed to be an authortive figure was extremely arrogant and rude which put us off going back.
Written 13 August 2019
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