The King Harry in St Albans

Lovely warm atmosphere. Food average/ mediocre. Service absolutely! Appalling. Paid the bill with cash and left the premises only to be called out across the car park that we had shorted changed them by waving notes around. A very short apology followed when it became clear that it was their error/oversight. Really how embarrassing to be accused of not paying the bill in the carpark. Not good enough.

The atmosphere is fantastic, the food is 5 stars . Napoleon has been incredibly helpful and caring about us and our allergies. If you want a unique experience you must come

Great new menu.Chicken skewers and pork Belly were truly nice.Looking forward for my next visit.Nice children menu too.Jordan was excellent on service.

Genuinely very disappointed ! I had been looking forward to good food , the menu read so well , we ordered the rib eye steak ( a higher price steak than the one on the menu) and the steak pie. The Rib eye was full of fatty gristle over half of the steak was like that inedible unfortunately , so disappointed , when the gentleman from behind the bar came to clear the plates I showed him the amount of fatty gristle to which he informed me “well it’s a Ribeye !! “ Really - £30 pounds full of gristle and chewy fat is not fatty marbling that gives the steak taste as a good Ribeye should , I’m not sure which insulted me the most the steak or him treating me like I did not know what a rib eye should be like !! Uniformed and defensive , when I said I was not asking for my money back he seemed relieved , and walked off . The pie was ok - average , chips were nice actually . I wish I had taken photographs but my battery was out in my phone - the pictures would have been stronger than my words . Genuinely on my experience very average and did not seem to care I had a bad experience. Cannot recommend , disappointing.

Just passing by while exploring the local area before visiting friends. Had a few pints and a burger. Was very good and enjoyed my time there. The bartender was very helpful and she was quick to serve me and explain the local area a little. If all the staff are like her than us must be an amazing pub to come back too

This is our local pub/restaurant and we are regular visitors. Staff are great and always welcoming. Special shout out to Kai, Jordan and Napoleon. We had our son’s birthday party there last year and the Manager Sam couldn’t be more accommodating and we had a great night. Everything you want from a local with the biggest plus being the friendliness and service. Long may it continue.

Booked at short notice so that family visiting from Brazil could sample traditional Sunday lunch. Staff member Jordan was fantastic finding a good table for my wife who has autism, and Napoleon was one of the most friendly and attentive servers you could wish to meet. Very friendly and welcoming pub, food excellent, well worth a visit.

You can’t beat this pub for a great night with friends. Great service from Jordan and Andrew - lovely atmosphere and yummy food!

Came here with some friends, great atmosphere and great staff, always served quickly and staff couldn’t be more helpful-friendly and polite!

An impromptu visit with my mum and dad, we met for dinner, they honestly couldn't have done more. Helped my dad with the parking, came and took our orders, all staff courteous, friendly and professional. The pub is very ambient and comfortable, toilets clean with luxurious soap and hand cream. I had the best beef cheese burger I have had in a long time, not greasy, but the flavours were excellent. Portions are huge, we couldn't eat all the chips so got them to go home - nothing was too much trouble. A little gem on the outside of St Alban's. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed xx

We held our Mum's celebration of life at the King Harry; it was wonderful! After the funeral, we gathered in the Snug, ate a delicious buffet, spent time with friends and family and were looked after by Napoleon and the lovely staff. They made a difficult day so much easier. Thank you so much!

We hired a room for an 18th birthday party and had food - the whole thing was just excellent. The staff could not have been more helpful - they really went out of their way to make it a good evening and lots of people commented on it. I already have recommended it to other people and I will definitely be back next time I need a similar venue..loved it. Thank you.

Disappointing family Xmas lunch. Portions size, quality, variety and temperature of food all below standard. Clearly, kitchen too small and inadequate to cope with big events.

Recently refurbed, friendly local pub that serves great food with lovely service. Gluten free dietary requirement dealt with kindly and efficiently and put me at ease they they understand.

Drinks most expensive in st albans. Food basic and anything slightly exciting not available medium pinot rose wine and a pint of neck oil 16.55 extortionate

We booked the Christmas menu for a family gathering of 8. The service was brilliant, the food hot and extremely tasty. When one of the children’s desserts came out without whipped cream, they immediately offered both children a chocolate brownie to make up for it. Sam and his team are friendly, attentive and it was a wonderful afternoon. We will definitely book again.

We went for a Sunday roast it was spectacular and it tasted amazing and I rlly recommend it. The meat was soft like butter.

I booked this pub for the St.Alban's Club Español's annual Christmas dinner as I'd read good reviews about it and we were certainly not disappointed. Welcoming from the moment we arrived, staff had made the area reserved for our group of 16 very Christmassy and cosy. Napoleon and other staff were very attentive all evening, and the service was friendly and efficient throughout - even when they were trying to close and a few of us were still chatting at the end. The food from the Christmas menu was of a very good standard, the best I've had in the area for this type of menu. The veggie nut roast was particularly delicious and enjoyed by the four non meat-eaters of the group. The Belgian choc torte was also a big hit. Will certainly be looking to book again for next year's event and hope to eat there again soon anyway with other friends. Big thank you to all for making it such a lovely evening

Napoleon and the team were absolutely amazing! Had a fab night and the service was great! The food and wine was super yum!

We moved to the area in February and drive past this pub often, we finally made a reservation and we are so glad we did. A beautiful cosy pub, with plenty of outdoor seating which will be fabulous in the summer, and some were braving the weather under the heated lamps. The staff were friendly and attentive. The food was so delicious, we are already planning when we are coming back to try the multiple dishes we want to try. Our new favourite pub, can't wait to bring friends and family along to try.

We visited with friends on a busy Sunday afternoon, very decent food and lovely surroundings. Proper cosy pub. Carpark on site which was a plus too. Will definitely be back.

Sunday lunch for 8 of us ... food and service were excellent, and great value. The roast beef was delicious. The children's menu was also a big hit with the little ones. Will be back when we are next in St Albans.

This is a great place! Food excellent Staff friendly and efficient Decor very on trend Clean and stylish and - dog friendly!

I met a friend for lunch, friendly staff, nice choice of food which was well presented. We had lunch, coffee and a drink for just under £20.00 each. Nice areas inside and out plus free parking when you put your car reg in at the door. We went mid-week. Would recommend.

Such a lovely pub with extremely friendly staff, we came for a family lunch the food was amazing and the outside seating area was fabulous! Highly recommend!!

This pub is FANTASTIC! The staff are so friendly and accepting of ALL people and dogs! A great range of drinks for all tastes, food is varied and very tasty and since the recent refurb the inside and outside areas are so so lovely! I’ve been drinking in this pub for over 30yrs and this is the best it’s ever been, both the environment and the staff (ALL the staff) are top notch and I can’t recommend visiting here highly enough. Whether for a family meal, a friends night out, a large party or a couples quiet one, The King Harry can and will deliver!! Thank you to Sam and team for making my local, EPIC!!

Kaya was a great help all night! Will deffo revisit beer is a great selection and service is great!!

A large group of us came for drinks and dinner on Friday evening. The food was delicious and the service was great. The chicken schnitzel was a popular choice and was really fresh and tasty. Thanks to Sam and the team. We will be back!

My first visit to the newly revamped King Harry about which I'd heard good things, and I was not disappointed. Food, service, ambience, decor, all excellent.

Great atmosphere and the pub looks great since the refurb. It was busy but we still had very attentive service from Napoleon and his great team

We were impressed by the new decor following the refurbishment and by the friendly welcome from the staff. The bar menu offered an excellent choice of ‘small plates’ for a reasonable price and each of the dishes was well prepared and presented. A minor glitch with running out of milk was dealt with apologetically and professionally. Thanks to Emily and her colleague (whose name we didn’t catch) for making our short stay so enjoyable.

We came here for a Fathers’ day lunch yesterday. The food was lovely and we really appreciated the friendly service.

Been twice to the King Harry after the refurbishment and on both occasions we were unable to order food. Once as the kitchen closed early and once as they wouldn’t serve walk ins despite the pub being pretty empty and majority filled with people having drinks in the sun. On both occasions we had to leave earlier than we would have liked to get dinner elsewhere.

Really lovely pub. The food was really good and the service was excellent. Will definitely go back.

This pub has had a total refurbishment. Thought we would give it a try. Very happy we did. Lovely ambiance, super nice staff and good food snd not too pricey. Nice seating area at the front and back. Will DEFINITELY go back again and recommend yo others.

Very good food and great beer I will return again when I am in area the pub is very friendly and it’s just had a refit and looks good

Love the new look! The food was delicious and the service was exceptional, we were well looked after and the staff is very friendly! Would recommend booking a table and paying a visit if you havent already!

I have some sympathy for the King Harry after reading some of the recent reviews on here in terms of availability and capacity. The friendliness of the staff and the good food mean that I’d recommend it for a family going out on a Sunday....

It has a nice garden with heaters and friendly staff, nice food too and also dog friendly which helps

Really friendly staff, lots of parking. The garden has had a refurbishment and is really nice and it has a good location in St Albans.

Amazing staff and free shots ;) great atmosphere and friendly people. Great garden and affordable drinks

Lovely pub with extremely friendly staff.Special mention to Nathan and Sam who made me feel very welcome A Lovely pub with staff who go above and beyond exceeding expectations.I will be back.Thanks

We went on Coronation Day had booked into another local pub for brunch on arrival at 10.30am we were told the TV’s weren’t working so thought watch it on phone and move at noon when King Harry was open. Myfriend Kerry rang The King Harry...

Original plans to watch Kings Coronation were scuppered by the pub we originally booked so I spoke to Sam the Manager who was happy to accommodate us. All the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious, lovely atmosphere, great clientele. Would be happy...

We tried The King Harry for the first time since its refurbishment. Unfortunately when arriving in the afternoon with family including grandchildren there was a notice on the door walk ins drinks only. It was dissapointing as the bars and restaurant area were only about...

Great location in st Alban very close to the golf course, food was a 10/10 and the new refurbished design really did them justice! Lovely and very knowledgeable staff with Sam and Napoleon being on the top of their game!

The Harry has just been refurbished. So we thought we would try it out. The garden is lovely with a covered seating area. Utter chaos inside. We hadn't booked but asked the 4 members of staff standing at the booking in the area if they...

Visited the newly re-vamped King Harry for dinner on Thursday. It was excellent. Our two starters (cauliflower and calamari) were delicious. The mains (hake and schnitzel) equally so. The interior is now very smart/stylish with a cosy ambience . The exterior garden area is also...

We visited on Saturday evening at 7:45pm. The pub was largely full but we were still able to get a table as a walk in. After ordering drinks we were told that you were not able to order food unless you have booked in advance....

Amazing food staff so friendly and helpful, the manager was extremely welcoming especially as one friend is coeliac couldn’t do enough to help!! Fantastic gardens bring on the sunshine ☀️ 😎

Excellent service with a smile. The same staff before and after the refurb (which they’ve done very well), much improved garden area. We were very well looked after - great food as well.

We went on last Tuesday for lunch and drinks. Food was great and service was excellent. Garden area is definitely a plus!

Great to see the newly refurbished King Harry pub reopened. Done a great job with refurbishment managing keep all the character mixed with a much needed makeover. The garden looks fantastic and will be a welcome addition for the summer months. Good to see Sam...

Anvoid. Booked at table for three for 8.10pm. Spent over half an hour driving to get there and then struggled to find anywhere to park in the pub car park which is tiny and was full. My husband got out the car to claim the...

Keen to see the new refurb of the King Harry and it doesn't disappoint. A much deserved revamp has given it the identity it needed. Great range of lager/ beer on tap. Staff are really nice. New undercover garden area is fantastic. Will be returning!

Great food. Burgers are delicious. Lovely atmosphere and the staff can't be more helpful Would definately recommend and we will go again

I regularly come here with the familly to have a Sunday or Saturday lunch. Venue is full of character, the staff are really nice and the food is great. For me they also do the best vegan burger in town. Keep it going please.

Came here, my local pub, the night before Christmas Eve for a meal with my family. I can honestly say its was the worst meal I have ever been served. Ordered the seafood linguine at a cost of c£15. What came was a plate full...

Went in for a few drinks with old friends. Great place and the staff were amazing, shout out to electra for her service

We had an amazing meal tonight at the king Harry , there was 17 in our party and the staff were amazing 👍 very attentive and were helpful and very friendly. We would recommend this pub to anyone. Thank you

Food and service great as alwaysTried the new turkey pie and I absolutely loved it.Staff was very friendly as always.

Great service and food thank you Napoleon and team We were looked after with great drinks and food Will be back again soon!

Went on Sunday for a birthday lunch as a group of 10, they were very busy but despite that Napoleon called me before arriving to advise they were running low on certain meats for the roast dinner options but would ensure they kept a certain...

Had lunch with a friend on Friday. Never been to the pub before. I cannot rate the staff and customer service highly enough, in particular Jordan. He was accommodating to change our table and choose a suitable comfortable chair for someone who had a back...

The staff were friendly and professional but unfortunately I have no more positives. Our lunch took 40 mins to come, which seemed liked a long time with young children but not a big deal ( we were hoping it was going to be worth it)...

Some pubs just come into their own and that’s the KH now. Great food and the most amazing service from Kaya - rivals any London experience. Brilliant evening

the King Harry is a lovely Pub. It's nachos are amazing - fresh clean and perfect. The fact they get something as simple as Nochos so well speaks volumes for the rest of their food

Came today and tried the chicken and the steak sandwich with a nice selection of drinks.Staff was very friendly.We definitely coming back.

Excellent food, great atmosphere & friendly staff. Good choice at the bar as well. We live nearby & keep returning. Thank you.

Lovely friendly welcome and attentive service. A small group of us have been coming for the past year and love the place, food is always good but we love the relaxed atmosphere. Never a thought of going elsewhere now. Easy parking too!

The King Harry is our local and our family has been eating here for many years. Despite all the issues that pubs and restaurants face, we have never been disappointed with the food or the service. For our most recent visit we sat outside and...

The menu said: "GLAZED PORK BELLY clotted cream & grain mustard mash, black pudding bon bon, buttered green beans, apple butter, cider sauce". The plate as served contained a small portion of inedible pork belly with a thick uncooked layer of soft pork fat, mash,...

I can't wait to return to The King Harry to have a solid meal. This place is conveniently located and oozes history.

Tried the Korean chicken starter which was fantastic and the seafood linguini for mains. Staff are friendly and seemed to know most of the customers which made for a nice atmosphere.

I visited the king harry with my wife and 5 kids and they were so accommodating, especially the waiter Napoleon, the food was amazing but it was the service that will make us come back

Nice looking pub with a beer garden although next to a busy road. Got there quite early after visiting Harry Potter studios which aren't far. Drinks not too expensive. It is quite an eclectic menu for pub grub. Salad and chicken skewers were voted good....

Amazing beer garden, great food and a good selection of beers. Staff is attentive and very welcoming

Lovely food. Good calamari and perfect steak. My wife had Fantastic vegan burger. Thanks Arturo(head chef) Really friendly staff, this is beautiful pub wt Lovely garden and good wine list

I have had lunch here twice in the last few weeks and both times the food and service have been excellent.

Had a 70th birthday party at King Harry on Saturday night. The food was lovely, but what really made it special was the lovely staff, who couldn’t do enough for us. And they were short staffed!. Cosy, relaxed and fab time had by all. Thank...

We had a wonderSunday lunch and a fabulous Mulled Wine. Everything was piping hot . The staff were friendly and efficient . Although it was really busy you felt that you were really welcome.

Incredible Sunday lunch! We booked a table for the family at 4pm. We ended up being early and, although they were packed, they quickly cleared a table for us and sat us down. The staff were lovely and really prompt! Great drinks and the Sunday...

Wonderful Sunday lunch. The veggie Sunday lunch, w extra onion gravy & Yorkshire, is huge & delicious. I love the veggie lunch, plenty of other veggie options, & the rest of the family have amazing choice of meat Sunday roast, steak pie, sausages, fish &...

Driven past this lovely looking pub many times and finally had a reason to visit. Took my wife here for a birthday dinner and it didn’t disappoint. The service was excellent and so was the food. Will def be back. Thanks for a lovely evening.

My friend booked an early Christmas lunch here for a large group of us. I'd only had drinks here once before many moons ago so didn't know what to expect from the pub at all. Thankfully I wasn't disappointed! The team looked after us really...

I booked the King Harry for a surprise birthday dinner, and had to make several changes to the booking. Each time I was dealt with most efficiently. They accommodated my request to bring a cake and candles as well. The service on the night was...

Excellent food with large portions and very reasonably priced with excellent service and fantastic atmosphere. I love this pub!

Unlike a lot of restaurants I have been to where I leave thinking I could have cooked this better myself, the meal I had yesterday ( roast belly pork) was well cooked, tasty and well presented. Service was excellent too. all in all an enjoyable...

Has a car park and welcomes dogs, we always stop in after walking in the park. Staff are very friendly and the food has improved massively compared to past years. Looking forward to seeing the place after the renovations are done.

Sneaked to Harry for cheeky pint tonight Newish assistant manager finally acknowledged us after 10 minutes of his 2 members of staff trying to knock out other orders He then told us if we hadn’t booked that we could have a sad looking table in...

Great and speedy service and always with a smile on their face.Staff was very friendly always looking after as and looked like they had good knowledge of the menu as they recommend us few things from the menu.

We had travelled for hours, picked up the dog from friends and realised we needed to eat. I made a last minute booking at the King Harry as I remembered it was dog-friendly. The food, drink and service were all excellent. I can honestly say...

So good, I came twice. Came yesterday, a Sunday at approximately 5.30. They had run out of roast dinners, not a problem, as we didn't want one. We had 4 starters, as a Tapas. All were excellent. Service was very good , apart from one...

The seafood linguini was fantastic, just such a big portion I couldn’t finish it all. The pub was very busy for a weekday lunch so they are definitely doing well which is nice to see after the last year. There is also decent sized car...

Just average, average food average service and the place seemed a little run down. Maybe that was the style they were going for but it would have been an idea to give each of the staff s paintbrush during lockdown and tidy the old place...

Me and my family went out for a meal on Thursday night, great people and amazing food. Dog friendly and with a car par. Napoleon served us, very charming and knowledgeable about drinks and food, we asked for the chefs names as the food was...

Wonderful experience at the King Harry! The best Sunday roast in a long time!! Great selection of drinks. Food was superb and the service went the extra mile, attentive and really speedy! Congrats to the whole team. Thank you for a lovely afternoon and Looking...

This is exactly the kind of place you want to go after lockdown. Food was best I can remember in a pub for ages, good range of beers, service was excellent and the whole ambience perfect. Company was pretty good too, but afraid that is...

6 of us went in for dinner last night, and it was a lovely experience from start to finish. The food was delicious, all the staff we encountered were friendly and just the right level of attentive, and nothing was too much trouble. We made...

I’ve been to the pub several times before pre COVID and had great meals with colleagues. A recent visit this week the food was really disappointing. A sharer bowl of nachos tastes really horrible with weird orange sauce “cheese” and greasy chips (£10) and then...