The Hoptimist, Darlington — Restaurant in England

Been coming in here very recently and I was shocked…. In a good way i was told that it was taken over by a young lad and his partner (Ashley and Archie) lovely people great customer service and very open to listen to clients of the pub in all very good experience and will definitely be back and will recommend to friends and family I hope the higher ups can recognise the potential in...

Pub looks very swish and modern but when we walked in there was an overwhelming damp, musty smell. Toilets aren't in great shape. Despite being called The Hoptimist, making you think it's a crafty ale type place, aside from Neck Oil everything was generic beer and lager, nothing hoppy in sight. And weirdly it has a jukebox, but it's behind the bar, so you can't put any...

Great bar! Plenty of atmosphere. And a fantastic selection of drinks available.

When I visited the whole pub had a great atmosphere, there was a full dancefloor and everyone was there for a good time. Drinks prices are extremely reasonable too .

The bar staff are very friendly and efficient.

I will...