The Parrot Pub Dining And Ale House

1-9 Church Lane, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2AG

🛍 Pub, Steak, Cheese, Chicken

4.1 💬 1453 Reviews
The Parrot Pub Dining And Ale House

Phone: +441227454170

Address: 1-9 Church Lane, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2AG

City: Canterbury

Menu Dishes: 17

Reviews: 1453

"Picked this ancient building to meet with my best friend as she is “a Tudor” for her job, educating school children. Beautiful, peaceful setting yet near to the centre of Canterbury. Lovely welcome from Jack and nice refectory style table for the four of us. Nice Shiraz and Whitstable Bay beer. Lovely food lemon/thyme chicken, herbed potatoes and perfectly cooked mange tout and green beans. Husband had a generous large cod and chips. Friend had a smashing chicken Caesar burger and her husband had crab linguine. Very tasty and the pub felt serene and cool on a hot evening. Lovely tiny courtyard garden and a few tables outside too. Puddings were yum! Sticky toffee pudding and creme anglaise (in a olde worlde place like this it should really be called custard! and I had the best ever cheesecake strawberry and clotted cream and it really, really did taste like clotted cream. Francis was a lovely host/waiter can’t wait to go back a really beautiful restful place hidden away but minutes from the centre. Thank you for lovely food and a lovely evening."

Full menu - 17 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Vegetarian

Sides

Chicken

Indian

Beef

Chicken Wings

Pasta

Seafood

Appetizer

Salads

Fish Dishes

Sandwiches

JSmurphy96 JSmurphy96

Enjoyable Sunday lunch. Roast potatoes were fluffy, and the gammon was the highlight. My partner also enjoyed the vegan option. Very quick service too.

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Trail17149072313
Trail17149072313

Charming historic pub tucked away from the main tourist areas. The patrons are a mix of different people and the staff is warm and inviting. This was the best pub we visited during our time in Canterbury!


livingmybestlife100
livingmybestlife100

Went there for drinks on a Saturday afternoon. Staff were really friendly and attentive, observing all the COVID safe rules. Food was delicious, drinks were great and the staff ensured our glasses were never empty for long. Will be back soon.


lynne
lynne

Had a 5 o'clock sitting on Sunday, primarily to have a roast. Read good reviews. Nice venue. On looking at the menu, partner chose roast beef and I opted for the beef and ale pie. Both were very nice, good portions, and good selection of vegetables with the roast, well presented and very tasty. Would highly recommend the pie. View menu


cannonfodder
cannonfodder

I dined alone for dinner at the pub on a quiet evening. The food was average, typical pub grub with no standout dishes but nothing bad either. The beer was decent and the service, although a bit quick, was friendly. The pub itself was intriguing and I've been a few times now. I imagine it would have a lively atmosphere on a busy summer night.


AmandaW145
AmandaW145

Visited for the first time in many years. So impressed with the front of house team, engaging, attentive and great service, a credit to the establishment.From a covid perspective- excellent! The team adhered to covid rules making you feel safe as well as explaining what the customer should do from the outset. Highly recommend and can’t wait to return!


Stephen
Stephen

My partner and I came to this restaurant for dinner on Friday after a hectic day. My partner ordered the fish and chips, while I opted for the wild boar ravioli. Both dishes were expertly cooked, and the sauce on the ravioli was delicious. The service was fantastic - warm, friendly, and efficient. We also enjoyed a nice bottle of wine. It was a perfect dining experience! View menu


Keith
Keith

A really good meal isn’t just about the food. The whole experience here was great, from the friendly reception and service given by the Manager and Deputy Manager to the lovely surroundings of this old pub. Oh, the food was superb as well, so compliments to the chef. My wife and I had a late afternoon lunch here. She had the Poke Bowl with pan fried chicken and I had Lemon Thyme chicken supreme.Both were so good we had to linger for the Eaton Mess Cheesecake. That didn’t disappoint either. Well done to all at the Parrot!


AdrienneS404
AdrienneS404

One of my favourite pastimes....Sunday lunch at The Parrot. Even though there is a scaled down lunch menu, alongside the full main menu, due to Covid restrictions it didn't detract the experience. My roast beef was succulent and tender, the roast potatoes crisp fluffy inside, light Yorkshire puddings accompanied by lovely fresh vegetables including cauliflower cheese, red cabbage, greens and a butternut squash/ sweet potato puree. Service is always excellent- efficient, friendly welcoming whilst ensuring all covid protocols are followed. Not the weather for al fresco dining, but the garden is a welcome outdoor space when the sun is shining.


17debbies
17debbies

Picked this ancient building to meet with my best friend as she is “a Tudor” for her job, educating school children. Beautiful, peaceful setting yet near to the centre of Canterbury. Lovely welcome from Jack and nice refectory style table for the four of us. Nice Shiraz and Whitstable Bay beer. Lovely food lemon/thyme chicken, herbed potatoes and perfectly cooked mange tout and green beans. Husband had a generous large cod and chips. Friend had a smashing chicken Caesar burger and her husband had crab linguine. Very tasty and the pub felt serene and cool on a hot evening. Lovely tiny courtyard garden and a few tables outside too. Puddings were yum! Sticky toffee pudding and creme anglaise (i... View menu

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience. View menu
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
  • Chicken Discover a variety of delectable chicken dishes, expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. Our menu offers everything from classic favorites to innovative new creations, sure to satisfy every palate.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Seating
  • menu
  • Late Night
  • menu
  • Reservations

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"After never visiting Canterbury before we where looking for somewhere to have a late lunch, we came across this place which looked ok, upon entering the back room we were offered to take a seat in the front area and someone will be with us. We asked what food there was and we where sarcastically shown the food on the blackboard, after choosing what we wanted the polite man went off and put the order in. We did feel that because the man had asked a couple of questions to another member of staff that he was spoke down too a bit. Anyway after placing the order and what we wanted the food came out it wasn’t correct but because it seemed like we were going to interrupt the people in the back room we just took what we had. It was nice food though. When we went to pay we hadn’t noticed that there wasn’t a price list so when we asked for the bill we were told that it was donation, what we thought was enough, it wasn’t posted anywhere and it took us by surprise as we where standing at the till, I was going to pay in cash but was told they don’t take cash so I had to give my donation in card by telling the person how much we where donating. After plucking a figure out of air as we wasn’t prepared we paid and left. Upon leaving we felt that the person we paid thought we hadn’t paid enough and wasn’t happy with the amount but after working out what we would have paid properly we worked out that we had paid more than what it might have been if there was a proper price on everything. Overall it has a great ethos and it’s great for giving people the experience that they need to be in a working environment but they need to show the price or tell customers first that it’s donations and card only."