Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1620 reviews

What Chelsea Ross doesn't like about Cross Keys:
Been going to this pub for many years (at least but over the past year or so it's become a less pleasant experience. Dirty glasses, indifferent and slow service from regularly changing bar staff, the small bar area blocked by the same faces (who...won't move and you have to order around/over them) and recently even the ever reliable pint of Landlord by Timothy Taylor was lack lustre. It's not always like this and eff... View all feedback. What SC19672015 likes about Cross Keys:
We visited on a wet Saturday , when required to still be outside . The landlady could not have been more helpful in finding us a table with shelter and ensuring that we were dry and could enjoy our afternoon . Excellent table service in Covid safe way , without it impacting at all on the great atmosphere , fantastic garden and brilliant personal service from the owner gong the extra mile for us .This was always a fav... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
5.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Mital
11.10.2024 - 08:33

A locals pub in the middle of the high street that most people by pass??? Why its got a huge garden and serves a very decent pint!!! It's a calm restful place i...

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mark
11.10.2024 - 08:33

Wonderful local pub, with an authentic welcoming atmosphere and fine beverages, at reasonable prices.

Jacqui
11.10.2024 - 08:33

Lovely friendly pub, the locals will welcome you. The landlady is fabulous

Jon
11.10.2024 - 08:33

Excellent beers and service as always. Friendly local. Highly Recommend.

Paul
11.10.2024 - 08:33

Spent a very pleasant Sunday afternoon quaffing a few pints of Side Pocket with friends in comfortable surroundings. Clientele were suitably amicable and the la...

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The Cross Keys in Harpenden has been a staple in the community for years, but recent reviews indicate a decline in quality. While some patrons appreciate the traditional English vibe, cozy atmosphere, and friendly staff, others have noted issues like dirty glasses, lackluster maintenance, and slow service. The pub's charm and large garden still attract visitors looking for a quiet spot away from the town center. Despite mixed reviews, the Cross Keys remains a local favorite for good ale and a welcoming ambiance.

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5.0 ★ from 17 reviews
Chelsea
20.04.2022 - 22:23

Really nice place to visit and have some drinks. the team was good to look for us. will be back soon.

Selina
20.04.2022 - 22:23

Probably the best Mediterranean tonic water throughout the harp. also very tasty cheese and swirling crispy and nuts yum!

Stephen
20.04.2022 - 22:23

We visited on a wet Saturday, if necessary still outside. the renter could not have been more helpful to find us a table with protection and make sure we were d...

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יהוידע
20.04.2022 - 22:23

I have deliberately met this little jewel with the family. the staff was very friendly and even expanded the kitchen period for our lunch and the food was excel...

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Jasmine
20.04.2022 - 22:23

I popped in to the cross keys for abit of lunch and a drink and was pleaseantly greeted by friendly bar lady ordered soup of the day it was delicious highly rec...

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Heyrestaurants
3.4 ★ from 612 reviews

It's a strange pub.... No TV , no music, had the worse ham roll ever but I only come here for the beer and to listen to the crusty old bigots.

An amazing pub full of friendly people a happy place to socialise.

It's a great traditional pub, with good bar staff, behind the tiniest bar!

It may seem small and cosy when first entering but the garden is lovely and very welcoming. Bar staff lovely and friendly and a surprising little pub!...

Great little pub remembered it from my youth 50 years ago very cosy and friendly worth a visit

Facebook
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Google
4.2 ★ from 269 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 88 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.9 ★ from 319 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 332 reviews

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