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🏆 Is The Angels Share the friendliest bar in Hitchin? Whatsup Bedfordshire thinks so!
💯 RATED BY WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE If bars could give you a warm hug - The Angels Share in Hitchin gives you this with a cherry on the top. It’s small, sure—but bursting at the seams with charm, character, and an owner who might just be the nicest person in town.
The Angel Share, Hitchin
🥂 THE OWNER Meet Harpreet: owner, bartender, vibe curator, laid back, funny, & an all-round legend. After ordering our first drink the owner somehow remembered our drink order (double rum & diet coke with a splash of lime) and had it waiting before we could say “cheers.” It’s like he’s got some kind of sixth sense for knowing your drinks topped off with kindness. This guy seems like he has time for everyone even when he's running around keeping everything in order.
Harpreet - The Legend Owner
🎶 LIVE MUSIC VIBES Roll in on a Friday or Saturday night and you’re greeted not just by friendly faces but by live music that fills the Arcade. Harpreet joined in on the mic too and impressively was really good.
Whether you’re flying solo or turning up with friends, or a romantic date night, you’re instantly absorbed into the rhythm. We were totally enchanted by a London busker, Raj Swamy, whose voice had everyone swooning—we had a little chat with him after his last tune - just as lovely as his lyrics.
Musician - Raj Swamy (find on instagram)
🕯 MOOD LIGHTING MASTERED! When the pathway lights gave up (Hitchin quirks), Harpreet sprang into action like a hospitality superhero. Out came colour-changing lamps—yes, colour-changing lamps—one for each table. He even asked what colour we’d prefer. We went for the red for love, naturally.
Mood Lighting by night - Harpreet finally gets to chill with everyone
🥘 FOODIE REGRET IS REAL They also serve tapas and Indian food, which we didn’t get to try—but that just gives us the perfect excuse to go back, (as if we needed one.) Next time, we’re arriving hungry and leaving full-hearted and full-stomached.
😋 Delicious Food
💖 A PLACE WHERE YOU INSTANTLY FEEL WELCOME People were popping in just to say hi to Harpreet—he’s not just a bartender, he’s a local treasure. We also got chatting to the regulars at their tables about all kind of stuff from holidays to health problems - being in my 40's I actually appreciate these down to earth conversations. We went in as customers and left having made new friends.
🏆THE VERDICT This little gem just has that aura you want to come back again and again, like a holiday vibe to perk you up again. If this isn’t what brilliant customer experience looks like, we don’t know what is. The Angel Share didn’t just win our hearts—it’s claimed a permanent spot in our Friday night plans. See you at the bar (save us a red lamp for love)!
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY The toilets are upstairs so unfortunately you won't find accessible toilets. On the plus side the seating area outside is flat and I know for sure Harpreet will give you table service like a VIP as he seems to do for everyone.
✅️ Date idea ✅️ Live music ✅️ Top notch customer service ✅️ Delicious Indian Food ✅️ Friendly & sociable ✅️ Hire out for special occasions ✅️ Outdoor undercover seating ✅️ Laid back atmosphere
