Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 451 reviews

What holidayreviewsfromme likes about The Griffin's Head:
The Griffin's Head is in such a pretty location down the lanes maybe 25 mins from Canterbury. Grassy area at the front gets the sun until at least 8pm and the beer garden at the rear loses the sun in the eating area a little earlier. Staff are attentive and helpful and food can't be faulted. We had crayfish and prawn cocktail to start and then one of us had the hake and the other the short rib of beef. Recommend each... View all feedback. What davebennett doesn't like about The Griffin's Head:
This is the third time we have visited the Griffin this year, first visit was great, second visit was so, so and this last visit was poor, what a great looking pub in a great location, but spoilt on this occasion by the quality of... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.0 ★ from 50 reviews
seanius
15.09.2024 - 16:54

Lovely meal in the garden with friends and family. The food was great and the staff were very friendly and professional.

blackpearltt
15.09.2024 - 16:54

Sat in front of an open fire. We ordered pie of the day which was a good quality steak pie, some decent veg and attentive staff. Lovely relaxing atmosphere.

Lou
15.09.2024 - 16:54

Lovely three course Sunday lunch menu to celebrate a 50th birthday. Great food and fabulous service in a nice country pub.

john
15.09.2024 - 16:54

Having pre ordered as requested for 8 people we expected to find a table ready for us. There was none. The room `s acoustics tiled floor, no curtians, bare wall...

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Paul
15.09.2024 - 16:54

Ive been to this pub many times over the years and have enjoyed the setting and the gardens so booked for Sunday lunch. The staff were pleasant and helpful even...

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Despite pre-ordering for a large group, the lack of prepared table, poor acoustics, and disappointing food at Griffin's Head left reviewers with a bad taste. Misleading menu pricing and a lackluster atmosphere added to the negative experience. In contrast, a rustic pub with a welcoming vibe, great food, and attentive service in a beautiful setting left other diners delighted. Another group praised efficient service, delicious meals, and a lovely old building with a cozy atmosphere. Overall, experiences at Griffin's Head varied, with some feeling let down and others enjoying a memorable dining experience.

Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 234 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 217 reviews

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