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THE DOLPHIN

Broadstairs’ oldest pub. Pouring on Albion Street since about 1600, and until 2:30 in the morning at weekends.

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Open seven nightsUntil 1am, and 2:30am on Friday and Saturday 55 Albion StreetBroadstairs CT10 1NE, a short walk from Viking Bay 01843 861056Call the bar

This week

Doors at eleven from Wednesday to Sunday, four o’clock on Mondays and Tuesdays. The bar stays open until one, and until half past two on Fridays and Saturdays.

OpenAfter midnightHours can change for bank holidays and private events, so ring ahead for a particular night.

What goes on

Two bars under one roof, extended years ago into the shop next door. A quiet pint at lunch, a loud one by midnight.

  • Karaoke Thursdays

    The night regulars mention most. Pick a song, take the mic, and expect the whole bar to join in on the chorus.

  • Live bands

    Bands play the main bar on music nights. This week’s line-up goes up on our Facebook page.

  • DJs till late

    Garage, house and dance sets on Friday and Saturday, with the bar open until 2:30am.

  • Pool table and jukebox

    Rack up between rounds, and put your own songs on when there’s no band in.

  • Sport on the screens

    The big fixtures shown on TV, with Wi-Fi throughout.

  • The garden

    Outdoor tables out the back for sunny afternoons, and for anyone who wants a smoke with their drink.

  • Cocktails, beer, wine and spirits

    A full bar at fair prices. Most people spend between £10 and £20 a head with food.

Tommy AskinGoogle, August 2024
The bar at The Dolphin: navy panelled counter, brass beer taps, oak floor and bar stools
LynnGoogle, March 2020
Two pints of lager on a wooden table inside The Dolphin
Austen MarshGoogle, February 2019
Regulars at the bar under the Royal Bar sign
CAMRA WhatPubSeptember 2021
The front of The Dolphin: pale walls, black fascia with gold lettering and two gold dolphins
CAMRA WhatPubAugust 2021
A pint on a table with the bar lit in blue behind
Tommy AskinGoogle, August 2024
A steak sandwich, a scotch egg and a bottle of Rioja on a table beside the bar

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Food

Burgers stacked high, steak boards, fish goujons with mushy peas, all cooked to order. These are our plates, photographed by us and by the people who ate them.

The Dolphin BroadstairsAugust 2024
A sharing board with steak, salad, chips and sauces
Chris CGoogle review
Four burgers lined up on a wooden table
The Dolphin BroadstairsAugust 2024
Battered fish goujons with mushy peas, tartare sauce and a basket of potato wedges
Tommy AskinGoogle, August 2024
A fried chicken burger with chips and a bottle of cider
Chris CGoogle review
A beef burger with tomato and lettuce in a sesame bun
Tommy AskinGoogle, August 2024
Grilled chicken with salad, chips and a dip on a wooden board

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From the pub kitchen

Burgers, calamari, sandwiches and boards to share. Ask at the bar for today’s menu, and tell us about any dietary needs.

Le Vintage

The steak house that shares our building, open from midday and rated 4.7 on Google.

Book with them directly for a sit-down dinner.

5

Food hygiene rating, the highest there is.

What people say

Three in every four reviewers give us four or five stars. Here is the full spread, and what they bring up most.

4.1

From 331 Google reviews

How people score us

    What reviewers mention

    • Karaoke9
    • Live music9
    • Friendly bar staff7
    • Trendy pub5
    • Pool table4
    • Jukebox3
    • Open late2
    • Beer choice2
    Thomas BartonLocal Guide on Google, 52 reviews
    “Came last night for karaoke, was a brilliant night.”

    Found everyone friendly, loved the atmosphere and plans to be back soon.

    Chris CLocal Guide on Google, 281 reviews

    Rated the burger menu great and very reasonably priced, and called the pub a nice place to drink and eat that’s easy to reach, close to the car park. Food, service and atmosphere all scored five.

    Chris C’s photo of four burgers Chris C’s photo of a beef burger

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    Since 1600

    The Dolphin Inn is the oldest pub in the town, trading on this spot for more than four centuries. These are the landlords the old trade directories record.

    LICENSEES OF THIS HOUSE

    1. Jesse Rood1839
    2. William Kemp1858
    3. Stephen Malpas1862 to 1874
    4. Michael Harlow1882
    5. Edward Darby1899 to 1922
    6. Michael J. Cotter1934 to 1938

    Years each name appears in Pigot’s, Kelly’s and Post Office directories.

    Find us

    The Dolphin
    55 Albion Street
    Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1NE
    01843 861056
    By train
    Broadstairs station is 700 metres away, about ten minutes on foot.
    By bus
    Stagecoach routes 37 and 69 stop 150 metres from the door.
    By car
    There is a public car park a short walk away.
    Access
    Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
    Get directions
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