The Parrot Pub Dining And Ale House

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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...