The Charles Dickens

4.4

1065 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:30

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Named after probably Broadstairs's most famous previous resident, The Charles Dickens pub and dining rooms in Broadstairs had a complete refurbishment and re opened in the summer of 2012.
This is one of the largest pubs in Broadstairs, with the main bar downstairs and the dining room and bars upstairs commanding excellent views of Viking Bay.
The casual dining experience allows you to take in the relaxed atmosphere of Broadstairs whilst enjoying the best views of the bay in town.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
01843 600160
Website
http://www.charlesdickensbroadstairs.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Volodymyr Slobodyan
Private party facilities
Mezzanine seating area with views over Viking Bay. Seperate bar and toilet facilities.

Location
Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS
Area
Broadstairs
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Less than a 10 minute walk from Broadstairs train station.
Entertainment
Regular live music in the bar area.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Christmas Parties
29 Nov 2024 - 23 Dec 2024
Book Your Christmas Party with Us! Get ready to celebrate the festive season with a fantastic 3-course set menu and plenty of holiday cheer! ✨ What’s Included: • 3-Course Set Menu – Only £33.95 per person • Festive Table Decorations to bring in the holiday • Live Band every Friday & Saturday evening from 9-11 pm in the bar 📅 Dates Available: • From 29th November to 23rd December (Excluding Sundays) 🎟️ Booking Details: • £10 Deposit per person to secure your reservation • Pre-Order Required to ensure everything is perfect for your party Book now to reserve your spot and make this holiday season unforgettable!
New Years Eve Evening
Multiple dates available
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style! Join us for an unforgettable night starting with a luxurious 4 course set menu perfectly paired with a complimentary glass of prosecco - all for just £50 per guest. From 7pm indulge in mouth-watering dishes as we count down to 2025 in a truly festive atmosphere. The party doesn't stop there. After dinner head down to our bar and dance the night away with live music from HotWax setting the mood from 9pm until midnight. Limited availability so secure your spot today and we'll be in contact to arrange your unforgettable evening. Lets make this New Year's Eve one to remember!

What 1,065 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Kent
Gluten-free-friendly
Kent
Great for live music

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Charles Dickens offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service" and "excellent food." Its stunning sea views and friendly atmosphere make it a favorite for Sunday roasts and seafood dishes. While some guests noted noise levels and portion sizes, the overall experience is warm and welcoming, promising "great food" and "friendly staff."

1,065 Reviews

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Angela
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely spot for Sunday lunch. It was busy, service was quick, staff were attentive. Quite a lot of noise due to chatter from other diners, this made the atmosphere lively. Lunch was huge, and very tasty. Plus you have a great view of Viking Bay.
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Irene
Kent
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went for Sunday lunch, requested a window seat, but on arrival, this was not available, but we were quickly moved when one became free. Food was lovely, as was the service & good value for money
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Val
Kent
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great Sunday roast in the restaurant area. The vegetables were steamed/roasted/pureed to perfection. Staff were attentive and friendly, the atmosphere was perfect for a family get together.
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Marissa
London
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely pub by the sea, friendly service but it was quite quiet when we were there although we were sat by a door that kept being opened for people to vape or smoke, so we got a bit cold. Food was lovely and we had Happy Hour cocktails
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Jim
London
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on 7 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A very enjoyable lunch with prompt and friendly service from all the staff / servers we interacted with. Food was also very good, views overlooking the sea from our table were also very good. Highly recommended.
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Sharon
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyable meal - especially the Vegetarian Roast and Bannoffee cheesecake!
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Ethan
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very deaf friendly, our food was delayed and was provided with free bread and olives. Food was amazing and there plenty gluten free alternative/options for person dine with us.
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Louise
Surrey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really lovely lunchtime meal for our group of 7 adults. The sea view is stunning and the food was great. Lottie was extremely helpful and they were able to adapt almost any meal to cater for one of our group who is gluten and dairy free. I would certainly return if/when visiting Broadstairs again.
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RichardN
West Sussex
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and great food at reasonable prices. Huge portions! Great view over Viking Bay.
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Pat
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It wasn't too bad, but the issue we had was that friends were coming down from London and we were all looking forward to a nice plate of Fish & chips. We were very disappointed when we were told that Fish & chips weren't available (it wasn't anyone's fault but it was just disappointing). So we re-visited the menu and then another waitress came over to tell us the Green Thai curry was off too. But we chose something that was on the menu and it was nice!
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The Charles Dickens is rated 4.4 stars by 1065 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:30

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Broadstairs
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Less than a 10 minute walk from Broadstairs train station.
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Volodymyr Slobodyan
Entertainment
Regular live music in the bar area.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.charlesdickensbroadstairs.co.uk/
Phone number
01843 600160
Private party facilities
Mezzanine seating area with views over Viking Bay. Seperate bar and toilet facilities.

The Charles Dickens

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas Parties

New Years Eve Evening

Menu

What 1,065 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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