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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'I went to Benidorm on holiday and couldn't believe cost of a pint'
A man, who is known as the Benidorm Fanatic to his TikTok followers, recently headed to the popular holiday destination and was left gobsmacked by the price of a drink A Brit was gobsmacked by the cost of a pint in Benidorm, despite being a frequent visitor to Spain. Known amongst his TikTok followers as the Benidorm Fanatic, he recounts his visit to Uncle Ron's, a bar renowned for its affordably priced pints, where he found himself pleasantly surprised by just how much bang he got for his buck. In his popular video, he raves: "I tell you what, I believe it's actually a very, very nice pint as well, so it comes to the equivalent of about 84p in British money. Let's go and try it out, shall we? Let's give it a try." Upon reaching the bar, he continued: "So there you go, I'll give you a euro, a €1 pint, and I'll take that. Let's try this €1 pint. Look at that - a nice, clean, cold pint. It's got a nice, good head on it - let's try it." He enthusiastically shared his verdict, saying: "That is actually one of the best pints I've had in one of the popular bars. That is actually one of the best pints I've had in Benidorm to be honest with you. €1, I'll drink them all day." The video quickly gained traction, prompting viewers to share their impressions and even their own tales of Benidorm adventures. Among the comments, one user exclaimed: "Wow," while another who'd been there on holiday exclaimed: "I was there last week." Someone else who'd be there said: "Lovely pint. Had many." Whil a fellow TikToker simply added: "Bargain." Uncle Ron's, a hit with British holidaymakers in Benidorm, is famed for its budget-friendly tipples and hearty meals. TripAdvisor reviews boast of the establishment's offerings from breakfast through to dinner, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on the platform, suggesting it's a must-visit for those seeking a decent meal and drinks while away. In the review section, one visitor commented: "Had a fantastic breakfast at Ron's today. Lovely English produce. Great service. Brilliant staff. "A massive group came in, but they were serviced promptly. Don't know how they manage with so few staff." Another shared their experience: "Last day we visited for some lunch before heading to airport. Left full, which is always a good thing. In all my times of going here, never left unhappy at the service nor the food - always really good." A third reviewer added: "We went many times during our two-week holiday. The staff are friendly and extremely hard working day and night. "Cheapest drinks you will find in town and food to suit everyone (daily deal only 6 euros). It's not a stylish 5* restaurant but then you wouldn't expect it. "For drinks just go to the bar like a normal bar. Always busy Sunday and Friday, so expect to book if you want a Sunday lunch. Would we go again? Certainly would!"
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
British man orders pint in Benidorm but is totally floored by price
A British man recently visited Benidorm and ordered a pint at a well-known bar. He was floored when he was told the price of the tipple, and what it would set him back A British man ordered a pint in Benidorm but was left totally floored by the price. The man, who appears to be no stranger to Spain, was taken aback when he was told how much a drink would set him back at the popular holiday hotspot. Known as the Benidorm Fanatic to his TikTok followers, he told people he headed to Uncle Ron's bar, which is said to be "famous" for its pints, notable for how cheap they're sold for. As he ventured to the venue, he was left astoudned at the price list, as he seriously got a lot for his money. In the clip, he said: "I tell you what, I believe it's actually a very, very nice pint as well, so it comes to the equivalent of about 84p in British money. Let's go and try it out, shall we? Let's give it a try." After he made his way to the bar, he added: "So there you go, I'll give you a euro, a €1 pint, and I'll take that. Let's try this €1 pint. Look at that - a nice, clean, cold pint. It's got a nice, good head on it - let's try it. "That is actually one of the best pints I've had in one of the popular bars. That is actually one of the best pints I've had in Benidorm to be honest with you. €1, I'll drink them all day." Since he shared the video, many people have viewed it, and they were quick to comment too. They shared their thoughts, and some posted their own Benidorm stories. One said: "Wow." Another shared: "I was there last week." A third replied: "Lovely pint. Had many." Meanwhile, a fourth also commented: "Bargain." If you've never heard of Uncle Ron's before, it's a popular spot for British tourists in Benidorm. As well as being known for its cheap drinks, it also serves food too. According to TripAdvisor, the venue serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and also has 3.8/5 rating on average, according to the review platform. Many people say it's worth a visit if you're looking for a reasonable meal and a few drinks while on holiday. In the review section, one person wrote: "Had a fantastic breakfast at Ron's today. Lovely English produce. Great service. Brilliant staff. "A massive group came in, but they were serviced promptly. Don't know how they manage with so few staff." Another said: "Last day we visited for some lunch before heading to airport. Left full, which is always a good thing. In all my times of going here, never left unhappy at the service nor the food - always really good." A third replied: "We went many times during our two-week holiday. The staff are friendly and extremely hard working day and night. "Cheapest drinks you will find in town and food to suit everyone (daily deal only 6 euros). It's not a stylish 5* restaurant but then you wouldn't expect it. "For drinks just go to the bar like a normal bar. Always busy Sunday and Friday, so expect to book if you want a Sunday lunch. Would we go again? Certainly would!"
Daily Record
27-04-2025
- Daily Record
Man gobsmacked after discovering price of pint at 'cheapest bar in Benidorm'
There's nothing quite as satisfying as a chilled pint, especially when you're unwinding on your holidays. Certainly, a boozy drink seems all the more enjoyable in the balmy embrace of the sun. A holidaymaker named Harry embarked on a mission to find Benidorm's most cost-effective watering hole, and he's convinced he's come across one of the best bargains around. Astonished by the affordability, Harry shared his find in an earnest video on TikTok where he operates under the moniker "Harry Tokky", spotlighting a venue offering pints in Spain for the astonishing price of roughly 85p. Locals and tourists alike can grab a beer at merely €1, a priced deemed incredibly affordable by Harry during his visit to Uncle Ron's, which he hailed as an "absolute bargain". Harry mentioned that even wine enthusiasts could nab themselves a glass for only €1, making it an ideal spot for anyone seeking a tipple without denting their wallet while on a getaway. The video has since stirred up a variety of responses from viewers sharing their differing opinions. One spectator enthusiastically commented: "Who doesn't love a €1 pint?" while another chimed in with: "Pints in Benidorm are cheaper than water." Another individual recounted their positive experience: "Absolutely beautiful people in Uncle Ron's and great food. There was six of us last week - everyone was very happy." While some questioned the quality of alcohol available at such a low price, a fellow commenter supplied insight, posting: "It's the same lager as you pay €3 or €4 in another bar, but Uncle Ron's work on volume." Most people appear chuffed with the prices as they reminisced about their jollies in Benidorm, and it looks like there's a fair number keen to give it a bash. Uncle Ron's, tucked away on Calle Londres, Benidorm, is a hit with holidaymakers. Boasting an average score of 3.9/5 on Trip Advisor, its review section is brimming with stories from patrons. It was also noted you could stop by the venue for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Ecstatic after a morning feed, one diner penned: "Had a fantastic breakfast at Ron's today. Lovely English products. Great service. Brilliant staff. A massive group came in but they were serviced promptly. Don't know how they manage with so few staff." Another chimed in, recounting their pre-airport feast: "Last day we visited for some lunch before heading to airport - left full which is always a good thing. In all my times of going here never left unhappy at the service nor the food - always really good." One more said: "We went many times during our two-week holiday. The staff are friendly and extremely hard working day and night. Cheapest drinks you will find in town and food to suit everyone (daily deal only €6). "It's not a stylish 5* restaurant, but then you wouldn't expect it. For drinks just go to the bar like a normal bar. Always busy Sunday and Friday so expect to book if you want a Sunday lunch. Would we go again? Certainly would!"
