Duke & Rye in Chichester

It's nice public house to be in, it was nice being back there after a long time.

April was really friendly and helpful. Fantastic food and drink

April is lovely and extremely helpful and lovely, but whole staff were fab! Brilliant pub, great fun place.

Came tonight for the Sunday quiz! What a brilliant night from start to finish, student discount on drinks and 20% off food whilst the quiz game was going (7-10). The atmosphere here is incredible I genuinely enjoyed my night

I was awe struck as soon as I entered the huge ceiling of this ex church was something to behold it's gorgeous wooden beams seems to set such an intriguing ambience. There is a good selection of drinks and incredibly comfy chairs. There's also a pool table. I've only recently moved to Selsey I'll definitely visit again when I'm in Chichester :)

Great buffet, great service and a really chilled atmosphere - thanks guys!

Wow. What a stunning pub. We had a lovely buffet in there for our keep fit team. Superbly presented and was delicious 😋 the lovely Jess and her colleagues did us proud with their looking after us lot. We will definitely hold another one there and also pop back In for a drink. It's beautiful.

A stunning pub which I thoughly recommend. We booked a buffet for a keep fit event. The lovely Jess and her colleague had it down tto a fine art and looked after us. The buffet itself was beautifully presented and tasted lovely. We will definitely book again at some time. Thank you to everyone who helped make a wonderful afternoon in there.

Mind blowing venue which i wasn’t aspecting. Very impressive architecture and decor because it’s church converted in bar. Stained glass windows awesome and ceiling too. The bar guy was friendly and happy to help kinda person so do great service. Happily recommend to anyone who wanna have great time in very pleasant atmospheric place.

Surprisingly mind blowing venue which i wasn’t aspecting. First i thought i entered in church rather than bar. Very impressive architecture and decor because it’s church converted in bar. Stain glass windows awesome and ceiling too. The bar guy behind the bar was friendly and happy to help kinda person so do great service. Happily recommend to anyone who wanna have great time in very pleasant atmospheric place.

Converted church. Looks interesting. Rarely busy

So good to see such a lovely building not going to ruin. My advice.....don't ditch the church. Partner with the cathedral opposite. Expand the bar. Get a stage, dance floor and high end lighting. Live music. Comedy club. Ditch the cheap pub decor. Replace with confessional style drinking booths. Put bibles in shelving. Partner with local brewery. Become a community beacon.

Tried to order cocktails but for told I could as staff was in training. Others in the room had cocktails so not sure why I was declined

My partner attempted to order food and drink, the women serving refused claiming the kitchen was to busy to make food and she was to busy to make drinks. However just after this we saw her taking orders for food and making drinks for the people who were behind us waiting in line. Obviously we were not happy and went back up, the women working said “I already told you I’m not serving you”. The only difference between us and the others she served is that me and my partner are black. This behaviour is unacceptable and we left after our friends had finished the food they were allowed to order. Will not be returning to this place again and will not recommend in the future and if I could give no stars I would

Called in for a drink after we’d visited the cathedral, and received a lovely welcome. Friendly and efficient service and a nice pint of beer in a quirky setting. Would highly recommend!

Very strange and uncomfortable experience. Went to the Duke with some friends for food and drink around 5:30pm. Ordered our first drinks with no issue. We then queued to order again and my friends had all ordered their food and drinks and I was last to order and was refused service by a different girl behind the bar who said it was because my table had already ordered too much food. I then asked if I could order a drink instead and she again refused me service and said she was too busy. After I walked away from the bar a group of guys went to the bar and she served them drinks after telling me she was too busy. Me and a friend went back up to the bar as all my friends had been allowed to order and I had been refused. She again refused to serve me and gave no reason and when we said we were going to leave as she was fine serving everyone but me she refused to refund us the food the others had just ordered. While we were waiting for their food to arrive before we could leave a different girl came to the bar so I asked her if I could order a drink and she was very nice and served me with no issue. I had my ID so this was not the issue. Not sure if I had accidently offended the second girl by accident? But overall it was a very unpleasant and uncomfortable experience. My friends and I agreed we will not be coming back again. And we left as soon as my friends had eaten as we felt so uncomfortable. We had planned to drink there for the evening until we went home but instead we left and went to a different bar where I was served with no issue what so ever.

A huge space and beautiful. It's an ex-church after all, and the roof is spectacular. It says it's the cosiest pub in Chichester, and if you get a booth, it's a great place to sit and read and relax with some drinks. The staff were friendly, but even though it was not especially busy, I was told I'd have to wait 30 minutes for food. No problem, and it arrived and was edible. Some seating areas are cordoned off, further suggesting that busy is not what they're going for. I do like this pub, but they could do better with what they have.

Well wife and I was here for the First time for a group meeting. We shared a chicken burger and it was awesome. Would definitely be back soon.

Went into the DOR yesterday for the first time . The atmosphere was super cozy what with its original beams arches and original architecture. Went in for birthday drinks with my family, keenly priced two for one cocktails and good selection of beers. Didn’t eat but the food coming out of the kitchen looked nice. The service from the girls behind the bar was brilliant, they were helpful and super friendly. We don’t live in Chichester but next time we’re in shall definitely pay a visit! Thanks for looking after us April!

Absolutely love the historical architecture Always amazing

Very nice place visited with friends. The setting is magnificent. The prices are affordable and the staff are very attentive. Great!

April and the staff are legends. Boom.

Great gothic pub with amazing stain glass windows - good music and vibe. Plenty of space to enjoy yourself as a couple or group of friends.

Great pub, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Food and drinks were fantastic, and the pricing is affordable 😊

Had a great burger and chips. Very friendly staff !

Always great atmosphere in here, eaten several times and highly recommend the food

Good place, great food. Hard to find though, most people in chi don't even know it exists.

Lovely spot for food & drinks. Nice staff and good service, would definitely recommend

Great atmosphere. Excellent food

Had lunch here with 2 friends. Interiors are stunning and unique and service was very friendly. Food was mediocre. Clearly heavy use of microwave and fryer. My jacket potato (microwaved) was cold and the soup portion miniscule and stuck to the sides of the bowl like a microwave does. Would come back for drinks but not to eat.

We booked the Duke and Rye for after my sons Christening (2/2/25). Abbie was so helpful assisting us picking a buffet menu which was catered to the cost that we were able to provide, as opposed to being told how much per head it would be, which can be off putting sometimes. On the day, the staff were so helpful and attentive. We had a section of the bar at the back, and baring in kind there were a lot of children, there was ample space. Everyone of our party who attended loved the venue. We had friends who have lived in Chichester hadn’t been in a while were really impressed. At least 2 party bookings will hopefully be planned there in the future by friends. The food was of a good standard - I had forgotten to order gluten free for a couple of our party members and the staff were able to have the kitchen cook us some there and then. We will definitely be using here again. Thanks guys for a great afternoon.

I had my work leaving do here and the staff were very attentive, polite and welcoming. Great service all around. Good prices for food and drinks, lovely atmosphere. We all had a great time

I was very pleasantly surprised by here, we came for lunch and after reading some of the reviews I wasn't expecting that much but it was brilliant. I had the Philly steak baguette, the steak was cooked perfectly (as per your request) and was very tasty and you couldnt ask for better atmosphere.

Incredible building, good place to watch the 6 nations.

Nice place to get a drink, good atmosphere and service, especially from April one of the bartenders she was friendly and provided good service

Impresionante edificio. .. un verdadero wow! Personal amable e informativo. Hombre muy entusiasta y amable detrás de la barra que nos cuenta la historia de El Duque. Tan agradable que volvimos al día siguiente con más amigos. Preciosos asientos también. ¡Gracias!

We weren't expecting what a nice place this was. Walked in by chance and we're in awe of this converted building

I went with friends to celebrate a 60th birthday very poor chose of food no steak or roasts.I explained that I had gone online to view menu and to download the 30% off voucher was told they hadn't been informed about it!! A very disappointing experience would not recommend.

Dirty place, toilets flooded. Service was terrible. One staff serving the bar on Xmas eve. Food was closed due to lack of staff

What a great pub! A stunning old church that has been converted. Food great and atmosphere great! There are so many ways you would use this space and we will definitely be back!

We nearly had a disaster when we found out the place holding our wedding lunch closed down just 3 weeks before the ceremony. After a slightly panicked look around I found this place who were very understanding and managed to get us in on such short notice. Very grateful for their help with everything.

Increíble edificio con un bar impresionante en el interior. Gran servicio de comida y bebidas encantadoras. Es una visita obligada si en Chichester

Interesting pub within a church building complete with gargoyles. We didn't order food, just stopped for coffee which was nice. Comfy seating.

I am sure the pub is rocking in the evening, the building is fantastic but the drinks are limited and the staff were not welcoming.

Un grupo de 18 de nosotros vinimos el año pasado para nuestro almuerzo de Navidad. Fue tan bueno que reservamos de nuevo este año. Vaya cambio. Nuestra mesa no estaba lista para nosotros, el servicio era muy lento y la comida era la peor comida de Navidad que he tenido. Una rebanada de pavo, verduras muy poco cocidas y para colmo mi pinta de cerveza era corta. Quizá el año que viene debamos mirar de nuevo.

Lovely atmosphere, amazing staff! Came here for lunch with a friend and had a great time! Food and drinks were nice and a fair price but the highlight of my visit was being served by April, she was so kind and attentive, taking care of everything for us. It was my first visit here but definitely not the last I highly recommend coming here, especially if April is behind the bar.

We had a lovely night at the Duke, such a beautiful building, a converted church! Food was excellent and the staff were and service was excellent, would highly recommend recommend recommend a visit

Who doesn’t like having a drink or meal in a converted church? - staff are fantastic, pub is clean & tidy and best of all the lines are extremely well kept so the beer tastes incredible. 10/10 would recommend a visit, even if you don’t live in Chichester!

This was my first visit to the Duke and I have to say it’s was an amazing experience! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was amazing and the staff were so kind and helpful! Definitely recommend

This is a lovely place for an anniversary dinner, never felt more welcome in a place before! The food was amazing, as were the staff!

Such a beautiful pub! The staff are absolutely lovely too. Will definitely come again!

Una hermosa iglesia antigua convertida con un montón de espacio para funciones. También tienen 2 pantallas grandes para presentaciones. Muy recomendable 👌

Stumbled upon this converted church/pub this evening during a visit to Chichester, will be back. Swing/jive-type music playing, which fit nicely with the ambiance. Large range of draught lagers available, well poured.

Waited 40 minutes for a baguette and gammon and chips. The place was not even slightly busy. We gave up, got our money back and went to Gregg's

Only popped in for a drink. A great conversion, a must visit

Un sábado por la tarde muy tranquilo pensamos en probar este pub para el almuerzo. Esperamos 60 minutos para 2 baguettes - nos preguntamos dónde estaba nuestra comida después de 40 minutos para que nos dijeran que venía y nos podrían ofrecer descuento si queríamos otra bebida, sin disculpas, sin preocupaciones. Cuando la comida finalmente apareció fue extremadamente decepcionante, pedimos baguettes de bistec. Era un sub rollo no una baguette, el filete estaba frío y demasiado cocido y muy escaso. Extremadamente decepcionado, no volverá.

Poor customer service, staff were rude and abrupt when you tried to order from one side of the bar. No food available until 6p.m with the website advertising it 12-8p.m. Poor communication for one member of staff who needs better customer service. Won’t be rushing back for a drink or food.

Strange place - feels like the original church has been defaced with a poor quality pub. Weird 80s music channel playing and expensive beer. Would recommend the Wetherspoons next to it instead!

Appalling customer service, the staff are rude, confrontational and do not understand groups reserving a specific area for the purpose of accessibility and to accommodate a group of over 30 people. Resulting in double bookings.

Great door staff, very helpful. BST staff are amazing. Good atmosphere and very family friendly

Katie is a great staff member!!

Superb ola church architecture. Great atmosphere great place for all ages including the more mature visitor.

Lovely interior. Such a shame about the very basic food and a rude member of staff. Our meal was missing cheese and mince outlined in the menu and when we brought this up a rather uninterested barmaid explained it was an issue with the chain and refused to add any of the missing items ordered. We paid full price for this

The woman working at this pub was by far the rudest employee I’ve ever encountered. We did nothing wrong, yet she made us feel completely unwelcome. She messed up our order, then reacted by stamping her feet and displaying shockingly unprofessional body language and tutting. It’s no surprise the place was so empty.

Fantastic building unfortunately staff can be a bit grumpy

Quite the novelty to have a beer inside the church. Interesting architecture and stained glass windows, fun facts too. Beer was fine, as was the food, shame they were missing some items from the menu. Engaging landlady.

Great venue, terrible food. Everything is covered in bbq sauce. Most unappetising.

We came on a recent visit to Chichester. Our daughter, fiancé and pals invited us along to the speed quiz. We had s lovely evening and the quiz was lots of fun. They do it regularly and love it. When we walked in it was a wow moment, such a cool use of the interesting space. Great to have the big screens, certainly handy in our quiz. I opted for a pint of their cheapest ale, I can't remember what itvwas, but it slipped down lovely :)

Great converted church bar, opposite the cathedral. Great experience for a lunchtime beer. Wonderful welcoming staff, our Labrador was well looked after by April. We will be back, thank you!

I came in last Friday and was blown away by the stunning decor and aesthetic and that was merely the icing on top of the metaphorical cake of my visit. The woman behind the bar was polite and very happy to help and was very knowledgeable on both the menu and the Ales. (Went for the Razorback) The food was hot, fresh and delivered at a great speed and will throughly recommend a visit to friends and family. I will look forward to returning in the near future.

Great use of an old church but they have kept most of the original features

Nice venue aesthetically but very rude bar maid. Made to feel very unwelcome. No wonder is was empty. Downed my drink in about 10 seconds and made a fast exit.

Lovely venue, but the only barmaid was horrendously rude. On a quiet Saturday afternoon turned up with my friends. She was cold and blunt, acting like we weren’t welcome. Finished our first drink very quickly and left. Won’t be returning.

Great place for cocktails and lunch...!!

Went in at 5.30 on a Wed eve. Bought a pint , then asked about ordering food big mistake, barmaid became a bit surly and said no food tonight , so drank up and moved on. Won't be going there again. Disgruntled of chichester

Saw nice menu on website, walked especially to your place to eat last night & when we got there, no food was being served. Had a drink & left. Sullen miserable service. Very disappointed.

Service was quick very efficient and very polite very strange for a pub in a church but I loved it well worth a visit go for it

Good sized venue. Plenty of drink selection. Closed for refurb so see what that brings

Very quiet when I visited mid-week early afternoon. Staff friendly and helpful. Being in a former church it is very open but quite interesting. Didn't gave any food as menu wasn't very inspiringg

Absolutely love the decor, will for sure be taking my pals there some day soon, great place and lovely staff as I have just moved to the area, have some good recommendations

Lovely building and the barman was nice. The beer choice when we visited was Ringwood. Both beers were below par. But I don't think it was anything to do with the pub.

This is my favourite place in town. Lovely staff, good selection on tap. The atmosphere is just great, with the old gothic architecture. Cannot recommend enough

The manager is a nasty piece of work. I wouldn't go within 50 feet of her. Nasty and aggressive. I think her name was Cassy? Complete bully, to staff and customers, and even shouted at friends 2 year old for crying! Such a shame. Beautiful place other wise and the other staff we met werw been really lovely. People need to learn to be professional if they are a manager. Not be a horrible human being. She obviously doesn't have children.

A pub in an old church with a very smiling waiter.

Somehow a very cool place. A large former church turned pub. At the same time, something strange for a religious person. But that might be an idea of ​​how to get young people into church.😉 Facilities, decoration, cleanliness and rooms are absolutely top notch.

Visited while waiting for the bus as just across the road. No overbearing music. Good menu. Nice conversation of old church .

An amazing space to sit and relax, for either formal appointments or casual meets, this place is a converted church and has it all, I frequent it regularly for so many reasons, it’s fully wheelchair accessible including a toilet facility perfectly adequate. I have many anxieties yet they all seem to disappear due to the most relaxed way you are attended too, the staff and manager have always gone above and beyond to make it a comfortable space where I can also have my working dog and bring friends, it’s an extremely dog friendly place, with plenty of water bowls to go round. the food has always been a real appeal and they never disappoint with a great varied menu! Catering for everyone is extremely important to them. any thing your not happy with will be looked into and rectified straight away if required . they listen, they serve to the best of their ability with a smile and passion towards customer’s satisfaction. I highly recommend a visit just to take in the amazing feel of this wonderfully warm welcome.

Dog friendly, great staff, lovely wine.

A lovely visit to this pub in a church. Went in looking for a bite to eat. Was not disappointed. It’s not always an easy call stopping off in a pub for lunch when travelling solo especially when visiting a new area on holiday. Negotiating the foibles of ordering and getting a table when a lady on her own can be tricky. The staff here were so nice and helpfully. I was served by two friendly ladies, the manager Abbie and another lady also called Abbi. Very fitting in this setting. They were lovely and gave me time between courses, none of this rushing you through your meal. I had lovely food and a glass of wine (well stretched that to two since the place was so nice) to wash it down. Service was attentive without being intrusive. I felt very welcome. Often if I stop for lunch by myself I take a book as it can feel weird sitting in a pub by myself. Not this one. Very relaxed and was even offered a book if I wanted one. I felt so comfortable in the venue I didn’t even need one. Definitely would go back when next passing this way on holiday.

Incredible pub in a converted church. Well worth a visit. Only down side, no outside space, but the ambience makes up for that.

The Duke and Rye is a true gem, boasting a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit feel like coming home. The staff are warm, attentive, and go out of their way to ensure every guest feels special. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between cozy and lively, making it an ideal spot for any occasion. But what truly sets The Duke and Rye apart is the incredible food. Each dish is crafted with precision and passion. Whether you're a local or just passing through, The Duke and Rye promises a dining experience that will leave you eager to return.

Absolutely beautiful building , lovely atmosphere, staff were lovely and our food was superb and reasonably priced , had a very relaxing afternoon and definitely going again .

Unusual to find a pub in a former church but it gives a uniquely enjoyable atmosphere. An architectural gem serving drinks and some smaller meals.

Turned up one evening and waited ages before anyone even showed up behind the bar. Ask for a table for dinner and told kitchen is closed. Yet nothing outside the pub indicated this. How hard is it to put a sign up outside????

Service and food good. Toilets very smelly

A most enjoyable afternoon, attentive staff, and a great atmosphere.

Lovely place 2 have a drink. Good idea putting a pub in an od church. Excellent

Was empty when we went, so not much going on

This is a lovely pub in a church opposite bus stops and Chichester Cathedral! We went in for food and a drink. But unfortunately it was the day the kitchen was shut! We had a lovely pint of real ale though and a look round! It's still got the stained glass windows and columns! Interesting building! It was also quiet in there!

Amazing place that was a church. Club atmosphere