The Royal Boathouse

Beach Street, CT14 6HY, Dover, United Kingdom

🛍 Pub, British, Breakfast, Vegetarian

4 💬 2513 Reviews
The Royal Boathouse

Phone: +441304375555,+441304361939

Address: Beach Street, CT14 6HY, Dover, United Kingdom

City: Dover

Menu Dishes: 10

Reviews: 2513

Website: http://www.theroyalhotel.com/dining

"I am reluctant to write negative food reviews, but my recent experience of The Royal Hotel was very disappointing and I make this review in the hope the management will see what was not great and perhaps change it. I have been a regular customer of the hotel for many years, as guest, drinker and diner….and for various reasons have not visited for about a year. The last occasion being a breakfast, which was great…. Not cheap, but good quality, well cooked and very tasty. Fancying a treat my wife and I dropped by for breakfast at 1045….. breakfast being served until 11…. The fact it was near to 11 seemed to be a problem when we were told that unless we got the order in very quickly, we would miss out. I had the full breakfast at £11.00 and to be honest was probably the worst cooked breakfast I have had for ages . The main problem was the bacon…..more fat than meat and undercooked, with large sections of the fat only having had a passing acquaintance with the heat. The sausage which appeared to have cooked through had very little colour and did not look at all appetising. The remainder of the meal was okay. My wife wanting a small breakfast was left with very little choice but to have a breakfast bap as there was no facility to order a smaller ‘Full English’ breakfast on the menu. The bap had the same issue with the bacon and the sausage and was presented as a hamburger…..not ideal from our perspective. Why can’t a smaller version of the full breakfast be offered? I have been a regular user of The Royal as it is a great location with friendly staff…but the fare that was offered to my wife and I today was not even close to what we would expect from it."

Full menu - 10 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Fish Dishes

Indian

Dessert

Entrées

Rice

Salads

Seafood

Mexican-American Food

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Great atmosphere, friendly service Price per person: £1–10 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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Billy
Billy

Friendly welcome, a great variety of beers, including the strong stuff from Belgium!


David
David

Fantastic little pub with a smart little garden and great choice of drinks. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5


Ali
Ali

We popped in for a drink, barman was very nice. Nice garden, lots of nice nacs to look at inside. Price per person: £1–10 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3 View menu


Taras
Taras

We don 't do cocktails [despite an extensive array of spirits] 'Fine, we 'll go somewhere else. ' Otherwise looks a good place for beer and extensive spirits. Service: 3


Matthew
Matthew

Superb range of beers from all over the world. Which matching glasses too. Didn't eat in there, but it is right on the front such a fabulous location. Price per person: £10–20 Atmosphere: 5


Pioneer819719
Pioneer819719

We went there on a Monday evening for an early dinner. Our waitress was a lovely young lady, very attentive and friendly. The food was very good as was my husbands. I enquired whether there was a new chef as we’d eaten there before and food wasn’t as good. She informed us that yes the chef was fairly new. Will definitely be going back at some point View menu


Vicky
Vicky

Overpriced drinks. Charging central London prices for a view of the sea, at the front of the bar. Lacking atmosphere and quite rowdy. Bar service poor with barman ignoring woman waiting to be served and serving men instead. Entry to outside seating at the back of the building adjacent to the carpark. However, this was manually locked with a pad lock part way through the evening. Some of the drinkers in the outside seemed a little too young


dcb182
dcb182

Around 1.15pm on 21.8.23 my daughter was made to feel very awkward by the unwelcoming lady serving drinks.She said she felt like she was interrupting the staff, no smile, no hello. Being in hospitality herself she would never treat customers with such disrespect. We did enjoy our time however as The Boathouse is in a lovely spot and have been before without any problems. But we didn't stay for food considering the experience. On another note the toilets were very shabby and felt more like public toilets than hotel toilets. Admittedly, it's a very busy hotel and bar and there was soap and handcream but the toilet cubicles looked like they needed a really really deep clean. Ingrained dirty flo...


Chris
Chris

I am reluctant to write negative food reviews, but my recent experience of The Royal Hotel was very disappointing and I make this review in the hope the management will see what was not great and perhaps change it. I have been a regular customer of the hotel for many years, as guest, drinker and diner….and for various reasons have not visited for about a year. The last occasion being a breakfast, which was great…. Not cheap, but good quality, well cooked and very tasty. Fancying a treat my wife and I dropped by for breakfast at 1045….. breakfast being served until 11…. The fact it was near to 11 seemed to be a problem when we were told that unless we got the order in very quickly, we would m... View menu

Dover

Dover

Dover, a historic port town, is famed for its iconic white cliffs and Dover Castle. Traditional meals often feature fish and chips, reflecting its coastal heritage.

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.
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients. View menu
  • Breakfast Start your day with our delicious breakfast options, featuring everything from classic eggs and pancakes to healthy smoothies and yogurt. Perfect for a hearty meal or a light morning bite!
  • Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Seating
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  • Television
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  • Waterfront

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