The Jackdaw in Dover

Lovely pub with links to the 60's film 'The Battle of Britain' - very friendly staff, dog friendly and decent food and beers available. Ate in the bar area which was very pleasant but also has a large conservatory/restaurant area.

Absolutely gorgeous well kept pub inside is posh and warm welcome Family and dog friendly front garden is beautiful with picnic benches😃

Came with a group of vegan and nonvegan friends, we ordered the vegan fish n chips and oyster mushrooms. Really stunning presentation and beyond amazing quality food. The best vegan fish and chips I've ever had. We all wished the portions were a bit bigger for the price, but the quality was outstanding. Dog-friendly as well and the garden is well kept and beautiful. The building is very historic and the garden offers a lovely view of the downs and medieval village. Easy bus ride from Canterbury, bus runs every 10 minutes.

A lovely country pub excellent food and really pleasant staff. we can across the pub after we had a disappointing afternoon tea close by the jackdaw saved the day

Quite honestly, this lovely place far exceeded any expectations. We were told this little gastro pub was a good place to eat… we both really wanted a roast dinner and we were not disappointed. The outside of the pub with its lovely flowers was a delight. The decor of the inside was very tasteful and there was ample room around good sized dining tables. Staff were attentive and service was very efficient whilst not being pushed to order/eat/pay and leave… Starters were so very lovely… we had King Prawns with sweet chilli and the Blue clouds… Gorgonzola cheese with caramelised walnuts, green leaves and a light cheese dressing… both starters were fabulous. We ordered mains Roast Beef and Roast Lamb with Apricot Stuffing. Both were served quickly and beautifully presented with good roast potatoes, roast carrot with tender stem broccoli and cabbage, topped with a delicious gravy. We were more than amount satisfied with our first two courses but the prospect of locally sourced fruits in the home made Apple, Blackberry and Elderflower Crumble with custard proved too tempting. Since we were on a. Camping trip, we happened to have take away boxes into which we asked for our desserts to be served and the staff were more than happy to let us take them away for that moment shortly after the first two courses had gone down sufficiently to allow us to eat the home made delights. All in all a very, very good experience.

Wow, the Sunday lunch was amazing. The menu was very creative and food delicious with a good selection of drinks. The service was quick and incredibly friendly. Thoroughly recommended

Beautiful pub in the gorgeous kentish countryside. Our welcome was superb, the layout of the pub is fantastic, flowers on the table, fresh paper menu, lovely cutlery and really friendly staff.. our starters were artisan bread and mushrooms , the mushrooms fantastic, the artisan bread a little disappointed as I was expecting a maybe a selection,not just sliced loaf tin. The mains we ordered were roast lamb, lovely large servings looked delicious, nice fresh vegetables, but sadly slightly bland, not enough seasoning, and I was expecting more of a rustic authentic roast lamb.

The food is absolutely delicious and the staff are really friendly and helpful, and went out of their way to make us very welcome and seat us in an easily accessible area as my mum has mobility issues. Will definitely be returning 😃

Average food for expensive price. £12 for kids meal that consisted of one sausage and a few fries and veg, with one scoop of icecream. Okay it your child is 2 but not for older children. Roast dinner bland. I ordered a veggie one and the pastry was undercooked. We have just left and my son is now asking me to take him for dinner! Not what you want after spending £80 on Sunday lunch. Staff are polite, but restaurant had run out of many things we wanted by 4pm.

Sunday roast is amazing! Friendly staff , prompt service Great food Lovely atmosphere Would highly recommend a visit!!

Always friendly and always a fab meal. The roasts never fail to disappoint and is our go to place. Graham and Michelle always go out of their way to accommodate.

Consistent quality, unmatched and in a league of its own! The Jackdaw roast will have you dribbling for days every time you think back to taking a mouthful of one of these plates of perfection! I've now eaten several of these badboys in recent weeks and if I could shoehorn a few more Sundays into the standard week just to eat more then I most certainly would! Utterly delectable! The Jackdaw's menu is never short of a creative new dish and this week's favourite without a doubt is my latest discovery "babaganoush".. Having never heard of it, and thinking it sounded more like something you'd say whilst casting a spell, I was immediately intrigued, so being the absolute daredevil that I am, I jumped right in and ordered one! My god what a game changer..! Like a party in your mouth of contrasting flavours that compliment each other perfectly! If it wasn't for the delicious roast that was due to follow I could have happily grabbed my coat and left the building after my starter alone and skipped out on a high! Absolute magicians in the kitchen I swear! Everything done here is not just right, but clearly well thought out, the attention to detail and the sense of going the extra mile is just the standard you are guaranteed. From the minute you walk in, to the second you leave, everything and everyone you encounter are all up there with the very best! Cannot reccomend the Jackdaw enough for any occasion! I'm already planning my next visit as my cats birthday is coming up! Any excuse 😍. As always can't wait to return, thankyou all for another flawless meal and great afternoon.

We chose the Jackdaw for a celebration dinner for my Dad’s 80th and it was wonderful as always. This is absolutely my go to eatery as the staff are always lovely, the pub itself is cosy and the food is always so good. The best thing for us though, is their total handle on gluten free food as our daughter has coeliac disease. The chef has won awards for his free from cooking and we feel completely confident that she is safe to eat here. Also, best homemade puddings ever!!

Very welcoming to families. I am often with my toddlers by myself and they are always kept entertained, welcomed, looked after and the kids meals portions are generous. Anyone who has ever eaten out with small children will understand, it can be friggin stressful: to keep them seated, not annoy other patrons and not leave a trail of destruction behind themselves! How we are seated always takes this in to consideration, so they have a little freedom to move but are safe (and so are the staff!) The kids always love the food, with added bonus of pudding (and much wanted fruit shoot) included! Post stomach surgery for myself, eating out can be difficult and cause anxiety, but staff are always super helpful and accommodating. Thoroughly recommend for food, facilities and atmosphere, big (free) car park also a bonus and dogs welcomed in the bar area!

The meal was really nice , very good quality. People was very nice and welcoming , the chef came out and greeted us witch was very nice and overall very nice meal and very good surroundings 10/10

Impromptu visit on a very busy evening but made very welcome by all the staff and the food and drinks and company wasn’t bad either!

Excellent friendly welcome from the moment we walked through the door, excellent food and an amazing gluten free selection, we will be back

Really enjoyable Sunday late lunch . We were warmly welcomed and seated straight away . Lovely three course lunch and the staff were delightful Lovely atmosphere

Popped in on the off chance to get a bite to eat on a Sunday. Was very busy but the nice lady found us a table l. Had a roast and I must say was the best roast I have ever had out!! Desserts were just as good with impeccable service. This place is a gem and we are already planning to return with friends. Highly recommend.

Absolutely wonderful Sunday lunch - would highly recommend. Great food and service. Make sure you book to ensure you get a table!

Met some friends for a Sunday Roast. The Jackdaw was buzzing. Seated quickly and offered drinks immediately. The Sunday roast arrived quickly and was well portioned with lots of veg and the essential proper gravy (not the usual coloured water at other pubs). Nice range of desserts which looked lovely, but I was too full to indulge this time, but my friends all enjoyed theirs! Friendly and attentive service. Place is clean and nicely decorated-the toilets are much nicer than the usual grotty pub lavs. Would definitely come again. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Sunday Lunch. Good choice of starters empty plates all round. Mains roast Beef, Lamb, Pork and according to the vegetarian in the group, a very good nut roast (one of the tastiest she's had). There was no room left for dessert, but again, there was a nice selection. The Jackdaw at Dentin is definitely worth a visit. Would recommend booking when the weather is on the up as popular stop off on a day out.

We went to the Jackdaw for a family meal at the weekend and were lucky enough to be seated in the Spitfire Room- a fascinating private dining room with lots of WWII memorabilia. This was our third visit to this pub in the last 12...

The venue was ideal for 12 of us (6 adults and 6 children aging 9-17) celebrating a 70th. We used the Spitfire room which was private dining. The room was cosy but right for us. We were primarily looked after by Hannah on the night...

Went for Sunday lunch. I had traditional Sunday lunch with beef and my wife the vegetarian wellington option. Is The meals were excellent, hot, well cooked with a big range of vegetables. The service was fast and attentive and the restaurant clean and well laid...

After an exceptionally warm welcome we were shown to our table in the tasteful dining room. The menu is limited but there is enough on there to cater to most tastes, with locally sourced produce. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious and we are already...

What a warmer on a dark cold January night ! Out with my brother and family for supper , not only a warm welcome but lovely food and service . You could tell that care and skill had been put into each dish - it...

We visited this evening for an impromptu date night, my husband ordered the Jackdaw burger and I had the beef Bourguignon pie, both of our meals were absolutely delicious, the food was piping hot, locally sourced and produced, the portion sizes were generous. Our host...

I have wanted to come here for years after hearing such great reviews on the food. I wasn’t disappointed either! We went for Sunday Lunch as a family of mixed ages from 10 to 88 years old. The food was absolutely delicious. I had the...

Lovely old building very nicely refurbished inside. We had a table that at first sight looked nice and cosy, tucked away in a corner, but it was a few feet from the kitchen door and staff were in and out constantly all the time we...

Excellent stopover on our way to Le Shuttle Food was lovely and owner very welcoming Booking advisable Short distance to Le Shuttle

Beautiful pub with friendly lady with pink streak in her hair welcomed us very polite and helpful with a smile,had a lovely table in the restaurant at the back by the window. Great selection on the menu waited ages at the table for order to...

First time at The Jackdaw and what an experience. Husband is gluten free and rarely finds that he has Choice in what is offered. Here, he had several options for mains and desserts as we were informed the chef was also gluten free and specifically...

Sunday lunch. All of the food was of a very high standard. The pub is beautiful. The owners are friendly and helpful and the battle of Britain theme is both interesting and entirely appropriate. Staff are all helpful and friendly.

The very best Christmas meal in the locality, from starter through to desert. Nice friendly staff. Venue was my choice after recommendations from friends , was a little apprehensive but The Jack Dore at Denton did not disappoint

We held a family event at the Jackdaw. The whole thing was faultless from start to finish. The owners of the venue are so welcoming and hospitable and nothing was too much bother. The food was delicious, the staff attentive and the venue was spotlessly...

The Jackdaw is the very epitome of a country pub. The hosts are invariably warm and welcoming…..the staff friendly and enthusiastic. The food is delicious. You MUST visit this pub! I promise you will not be disappointed.

Food was reasonably priced, staff were friendly and food came out in a timely manner. Nice little pub off the beaten track, with a great garden

Warm welcome from hosts, warm atmosphere. Great choice and price range. Ingredients locally sourced where possible and very tasty too! Would highly recommend and will return.

Have just returned for our second visit and it won’t be our last. They do the most amazing Sunday lunch, by far the best we have tasted in Kent. Can’t fault the service. The staff are lovely and nothing is too much trouble for them. Lovely country pub and can’t wait for our next Sunday visit for one of their wonderful roasts.

Looking forward to returning to this pub,Sunday lunchtime was busy but not a bad thing,big let down was the wait,15mins for drinks order,1 hour to get the food(only roast for all of us) another hour for desert,very friendly staff and owner,need to improve on waiting times,food was good for a Sunday lunch but didn't expect to pay a extra cost for the beef.

We have wanted to visit the Jackdaw for a while after reading the good reviews and finally went tonight.We had no idea what would be on the menu as menus are not on the website!Was disappointed as soon as I read it as very little appealed to me,lots of stodgy burgers,only thing I fancied was mussels and we were told they were off.I ended ordering fish and chips and my husband had rib eye steak.We then waited over 40 mins for the food to arrive 😱.My husband said his steak was not that good and my fish had thick greasy batter..the chips were also greasy and covered with salt.I ended up leaving a lot of my meal.We did not bother with dessert..will not be returning.Such a shame as staff were nice and the decor was lovely.

Wow wow wow this is a must if visiting the area. I've been obsessed with TV programs on hospitality, and this pub/ restaurant had it all from decor to staff and management. Just nailed it, small menu but everything cooked and presented in style loved it well done all

This was my first visit to The Jackdaw and I will definitely be back! We had a two course roast dinner which was really delicious and great value. Very generous portions and good selection of fresh veg. From the moment we walked in we knew we would enjoy our meal. The landlord was so welcoming and all the staff so friendly. Thank you

Wow brilliant evening with the privilege of being in the Spitfire Room for an early birthday celebration. Huge thank you to Graham and staff for a lovely evening. Btw the merguez sausages were amazing!

Finally made it here after trying to book multiple times based on personal recommendation from a friend. Thought it would be good as it’s always so busy. Lovely warm welcome and great atmosphere. Good menu with lots of great options. Everyone loved their starters. Generous portions and extremely good value for the quality of food. Mains - superb Sunday roasts which everyone loved plus a huge bowl of moules frites for one friend. Beautifully cooked selection of veggies with a lovely gravy and perfect fluffy and crunchy roast potatoes and great Yorkshire puddings. The cauliflower cheese and extra roasties were a great option and both delicious. Wonderful selection of desserts. One affogato, a honeycomb sundae and an excellent selection of cheeses. All washed down with the most reasonably priced bottle of muscadet. The staff were charming and efficient despite it being very busy. An absolutely superb Sunday lunch. Looking forward to returning very soon.

A beautiful country pub, very scenic location, great food and service, only downside a very limited menu.

Lovely Sunday roast Very friendly servive and they managed to fit us in at short notice on a very busy day will definitely be visiting again

Had Sunday lunch here with the family, one of the best meals we have had out in a while, the lamb was amazing, even better than the Pig at Bridge which I had lamb there, that wasn't very good at all. The little details I noticed that the toilets we're cleaned and bins emptied during the visit, Staff were very pleasent and attentive, and the chef definitely knew his stuff

Very disappointed with my visit to the Jackdaw. It seems all restaurants are obsessed with burgers as this seems the main stable diet in most restaurants these days. The menu was disappointing as it was all fast foods. My wife ordered risotto and a portion of chips which didn’t come. I ordered a steak which was very tough to say the least. We have eaten in the Jackdaw in the past and it was fine, this time I feel that as we are not young we don’t want burgers, we want proper food which the Jackdaw didn’t provide. We won’t be returning as we have lost our patience with the Jackdaw, they need to cater for people who want reel food not fast food..

We booked a last minute table for Sunday lunch last week and it was that amazing we returned this week! From the car park heading in we knew we were in for a treat as the pub is beautifully kept, with pots and baskets outside showing a colourful display. We were warmly welcomed in the bar area and seated at our table in the restaurant /conservatory area. Being vegan I always feel like I am awkward when eating out but this establishment made me feel very welcomed and totally catered for, even adapting a desert to make it vegan! The food was hot and fresh with 5 fresh veg, roast potatoes and a vegan Yorkshire. I have included photos of our starters and mains but gobbled the puds before I remembered to take a photo! We will most certainly be regulars. Great vibe, friendly, efficient team of staff, wonderful food and fabulous hosts.

Hubby has always wanted to visit this pub since he watched the Battle of Britain movie many years ago. On our month-long holiday in Europe from New Zealand we managed to organise a visit to the Jackdaw Inn for dinner to celebrate hubby’s 50th birthday. What an awesome experience. Publicans Michelle and Graham were such fantastic hosts. We had a wonderful night with fantastic food and the best service we have ever experienced. They really made the 50th birthday one to remember. We also met many of the locals who were so welcoming. Wish we lived closer so we could visit again. If you get the chance we would encourage a visit.

I took my family to The Jackdaw for lunch and everything was perfect. A good selection of dishes, quality ingredients and amazing service. We will definitely be returning.

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed a magnificent three course meal at The Jackdaw in Denton this past Sunday! The staff were welcoming and attentive, the courses all arrived piping hot, which makes a refreshing change and every course was beautifully presented and delicious. We...

Bottomless brunch booked in advance.. girls time....expected as described on meat choice menu ........was not as described....lamb burgers replaced with vegetarian burgers which also had a very spicy dressing on , we had halumi in sweet chilli sauce , olives mixed with what looked like...

This establishment is wonderful and the owners are delightful food is brilliant and the roast potatoes are out of this world and locally sourced food Sustainability

We thought we’d pop out for a spot if Sunday lunch today at the Jackdaw and so pleased we did. Fantastic service, delicious meals and good value. Can’t Rex highly enough.

My husband and I dined here at the weekend and we were quite literally blown away by it. The pub itself is beautifully decorated and it’s spotlessly clean. The service we received was outstanding and the food, well the food, I can honestly say that...

Awful, we won’t be returning.We had the ploughman’s, the lettuce was brown and the cheese was mouldy.When we told the staff she gave us our money back,as she could see this was the case .Also the pubs tables and bar area where dirty it felt...

Very friendly owners who spent time with customers , food very good standard and size portion. Very clean and very tidy lovely pub and people :)

So so friendly and amazing food. We were booked on a local campsite but came here to eat and stayed the night in our campervan. Perfection

The most delicious Vegan burger! Having tried numerous restaurants for proper tasty food, we have come to the conclusion that The jackdaw seem to have mastered the vegan menu. I’ve eaten every option on the vegan menu. The most recent being their New Indian inspired...

We had a delicious Sunday lunch here as a treat for my husband on Father's Day. We both had beef, which came with a huge Yorkshire pudding, perfectly cooked vegetables, amazing roast potatoes and gravy. I had the honeycomb sundae and my husband had the...

We visited the Jackdaw at Denton for a Sunday lunch and was not disappointed. This old WW2 pub famous for the Battle of Britain pilots was excellent. The food and service was of high quality and we would certainly visit again.

I reviewed under the bar instead of the restaurant. Oops. Had an epic brunch that was good quality, tasty, packed full of flavour and frankly massive! Highlights were the sausage patty, bacon chop (super thick) and the sourdough and butter. Everything was well seasoned, filling...

Whilst staying in our caravan on a wet, windy day we decided a good pub meal was necessary. We had been recommended to come here and were not disappointed. Lovely welcome by the bar staff and very quickly given a table with drinks and menus....

I came with a few friends and it had an mazing atmosphere and lovely owners! The jackdaw burger was a must have and was cooked to perfection.

We had a wonderful 3 course Sunday Lunch. The food was superb, great atmosphere and attentive, kind & efficient staff! The restaurant was so clean and fresh too. Yorkshire puddings like you've never seen! HUGE! tasty too. The house wine (sauvingnon blanc) was the best...

Absolutely first class. I often drive past the Jackdaw and think to myself "I must give that place a try sometime"... Well, today I did and all I can say is "why didn't I do this sooner?" We were welcomed by a very friendly host...

Had the pleasure of a wonderful lunch here, thank you. Amazing gluten free food and made to feel very welcome. Would highly recommend. Special thanks to the very talented chef Mark, very pleased to have tracked you down and enjoy your cooking once again. Looking...

A last minute visit from my good friends Fink-Nottle and Debonaire required me to get the PA to make a reservation for dinner. It was settled on that we would dine at this venue due to them being able to accommodate the three PA's in...

Booked the Jackdaw for Mother’s Day, the food and service was exceptional as always, the Jackdaw is definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful British Pub with amazing food and wonderful staff. This morning we had a great cooked breakfast. Portions were big, food was very nice. I would recommend a visit!

Lovely countryside pub with an amazing quality of roast for all family members. Definitely would recommend! Cosy and welcoming staff too!

Had a fantastic Sunday lunch with friends and children. Food was excellent as were the staff. Would definitely recommend a pint of the Neck Oil. Will be back very soon.

The meal was fantastic, staff were excellent and accommodating. Atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing. Overall very nice place to have lunch.

Enjoyed a very lovely lunch, real ale was in excellent condition and food was obviously homemade and freshly cooked. Have to mention the cheese menu - nice to be able to pick and choose.

Visited for a Sunday roast and was not disappointed. I had butternut squash hummus for starter . My husband had mushroom in Stilton on spelt toast . Main courses roast beef and roast pork. The food was cooked to perfection, the portions very good and...

More than accommodating, turned up with no booking, was welcomed very friendly by the team, managed to get a table and the food was excellent, highly recommend for the food, it was incredible, dogs welcome.

Booked a table for four. The food is just ok in my opinion no wow factor.I also thought the menu was limited. 2 of us had the stake and ale pie which we both thought the meat inside was tasty but a bit dry. We...

We visited at the end of November when the weather had suddenly turned cold. Staff at The Jackdaw immediately sought to help and we were made extremely comfortable. We were very impressed by the level of customer care which enabled us to thoroughly enjoy our...

Delicious food, we probably ate too much but it was all extremely good. Fish goujons in a crunchy, crispy batter and a mushroom and Stilton rarebit to start, then lamb shank and beet Wellington with all the trimmings. Excellent food, with as much care given...

We rang late on a Sunday afternoon. and was accommodated at short notice. All three of us had a roast meal which was fantastic. The roasties were arguably the best we had ever tasted outside home cooking. The staff were all soon friendly and nothing...

Wow Graham, Michelle and the team never disappoint! Our food and service were out of this world! I had the Beef Blade and wow it was delicious! We were even visited by the jolliest, happiest Father Christmas! Thank you so much - certainly got the...

Booked for a Sunday Lunch. The food was cooked well full of flavour and a generous portion. The service was excellent. I can’t recommend this pub enough for a Sunday lunch. You won’t be disappointed! When exiting the pub the was the view we had....

Very friendly front of house. Happy to help with all questions. Had the new winter menu of braised beef and it was the most delicious meal l have had out in a long time. Highly recommended and look forward to returning with my husband.

What an excellent experience. All the staff were friendly, helpful and thoughtful; the food was absolutely excellent and there was plenty of it. Although we had a party of well over 20, the team managed to serve piping hot food to everyone. The decor has...

We were visiting the area today and found The Jackdaw after a little researching, we weren’t disappointed. The staff were lovely and our waitress exceptional. Food was really good, cauliflower cheese with roast was delicious. Thoroughly recommend and would go again. Very reasonably priced too!

We’ve just returned from a lovely lunch for my husbands birthday. We both agreed the food was excellent. The fish and chips were the best my husband had ever eaten. My veggie burger and fries were perfect. The deserts were fabulous as were Alex and...

We frequently pass by as we have already eaten in Canterbury but finally, after about 20 years, we revisited. We were aware of changes and new management but had not read any reviews. We could not fault anything. We received a warm welcome at lunchtime...

We were so impressed with The Jackdaw in every possible way. The staff were so friendly and professional, the pub itself was quaint, impeccably kept and spotless but oh my goodness… the food is amazing!!! We enjoyed 10 beautifully presented, piping hot and delicious dinners...

Fantastic Sunday Lunch! We have visited today for lunch having heard much about the fabulous food here! We weren’t disappointed - starters were fabulous - tempura tenderstem was fab and the parfait was very popular. Amazing roast beef with plenty of veg and trimmings, all...

Definitely the best Sunday lunch in the area - knock spots off all the other village pubs around. We visited yesterday with our elderly (and often picky ) mother, for an early lunch sitting and the food was just excellent. We had 2 roasts, a...

After being awarded the cosiest pub in Kent we knew where we were going for a family celebration on a rainy Saturday afternoon Starting with olives and a few pints the fire was lit and it was definitely the cosiest place to be! Cheeseboards and...

We visited The Jackdaw for Sunday lunch as a treat and what a treat it was. We felt looked after as soon as we arrived with a warm welcome. With comfortable, tasteful surroundings in this proper country pub we enjoyed every element of our meal...

Four of us were delighted to return to ‘the Jackdaw’ once again. Conveniently situated approximately midway between our respective homes in Whitstable and Folkestone, we use this delightful, historic ‘Pub’ regularly for our occasional ‘Family Get-togethers’ and after today’s successful ‘visit’ will definitely continue to...

This time around I did not just skip through the front door when I entered the bar, I’d been skipping since the moment I had left work! I was finally on my way to meet the love child of two of my most favourite things!...

Had an excellent family roast dinner, very friendly efficent staff. Very tasty meal, with great Yorshire Puds and also good veggie dish.

My husband & I had a lovely meal here. In fact we ate so much it was a challenge leaving! The range of food on offer for those with either food allergies or dietary preferences is impressive. Thank you for the choice of desserts in...

Stayed overnight in our MotorHome. As requested, we rang beforehand to book. Arrived early to a great welcome. The pub featured in the Battle of Britain film, and has lots of photos and mementos on display. The landlord was happy to take us into the...