The Elephant and Hind
A historic Dover pub with a vibrant atmosphere, live music, hearty food, and a community-focused vibe. Perfect for casual dining and drinks.
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The Elephant and Hind
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Must-see attractions
A historic Dover pub with a vibrant atmosphere, live music, hearty food, and a community-focused vibe. Perfect for casual dining and drinks.
"Fantastic food and great service. I would definitely recommend a visit."
Weekend Live Music
Catch live music on weekends for an extra lively experience. Be sure to check their schedule!
Try the Sunday Roast
The Sunday Roast is a highly recommended dish, perfect after exploring Dover Castle.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Pub Fare
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1304 215654
Address
18-19 Market Sq, Dover, CT16 1NX, United Kingdom
Website
elephantandhind.co.uk/Highlights
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Vibrant Live Music & Atmosphere
Experience the lively spirit of The Elephant and Hind with regular live music performances, creating a fun and energetic atmosphere.
Generous Portions & Great Value
Diners rave about the hearty portions and decent prices, making it a spot for satisfying meals without breaking the bank.
The Sunday Roast Experience
A must-try is the Sunday Roast, praised for its deliciousness and inspiring diners to replicate the experience at home.
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Weekend Live Music
Catch live music on weekends for an extra lively experience. Be sure to check their schedule!
Try the Sunday Roast
The Sunday Roast is a highly recommended dish, perfect after exploring Dover Castle.
Order Specials
Ask about special deals on burgers or cocktails for added value and savings.
Dog-Friendly Welcome
Warmly welcomed with dogs, with staff providing treats and accommodating seating arrangements.
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Weekend Live Music
Catch live music on weekends for an extra lively experience. Be sure to check their schedule!
Try the Sunday Roast
The Sunday Roast is a highly recommended dish, perfect after exploring Dover Castle.
Order Specials
Ask about special deals on burgers or cocktails for added value and savings.
Dog-Friendly Welcome
Warmly welcomed with dogs, with staff providing treats and accommodating seating arrangements.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Elephant and Hind is consistently praised for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with staff frequently highlighted for their exceptional service. Diners enjoy the generous portions and good value for money, particularly mentioning the Sunday Roast and burgers. While most experiences are positive, a few reviews note long waits to order and occasional greasiness in some dishes.
"After struggling to find a dog friendly pub serving food midday, we were warmly welcomed and sat on a nice quiet table away from the bar. All of the staff were so friendly and accommodating! The chef even came out and the service was so friendly and personal. I couldn’t recommend it enough. The Texan smash burger and chocolate fudge cake were excellent and well priced. The dogs had many treats brought out from the kitchen staff and the whole experience was so enjoyable and warming. Thank you to Sam, Daisy and Matt."
Chloe
"We waited in line about 20 minutes to order. The fish and chips needed some salt and was a tad greasy for our liking. The Thai prawns were very good and the service was friendly. We loved the open air building on a beautiful day listening to music in the square."
Monet Shepherd Otero
"Great service and good food. The chicken sandwich special was very thick and good. I had by The little boys that were with your dad I got spinach and burger I had the loaded chicken fries and they were fantastic! Music in the square and in the pub. Good times"
I. Rose Frazier
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, The Elephant and Hind features live music performances, particularly on weekends, contributing to its vibrant atmosphere.
The Sunday Roast is a popular special, typically available on Sundays. It's highly recommended to try it if you visit on a Sunday.
Yes, the pub is dog-friendly and warmly welcomes canine companions with staff providing treats and accommodating seating.
Popular dishes include the Texan Smash Burger, loaded chicken fries, Sunday Roast, and fish and chips. The Guinness burger is also a featured item. [^R1, T2]
The Elephant and Hind often has specials, such as 'Guinness burger' during Six Nations rugby and 'Free Pool Wednesdays'. It's advisable to ask about current deals. [^T2, T5]
While reservations are not explicitly mentioned, the pub is located on Market Square and has outdoor seating. It's recommended to call ahead, especially for groups or during busy periods. [^M1]
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Located on Market Square, Elephant and Hind is filled with music and community. Previously run as two separate public houses the ‘Walmer Castle Inn’ and the ‘Duchess of Kent’, Elephant and Hind has been a pub and pillar of the Dover community for almost 300 years. The pub has glass doors that open directly onto market square and seating outside, breaking the barrier between the pub and the community.
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Secret Drinker reviews the Elephant & Hind pub in Dover
We’d already dodged The Duchess on Bench Street as it wasn’t serving food and even before we’d decided to try the E&H we were loudly welcomed by a small group of friendly, perhaps overly inquisitive, locals who looked as if they’d been camped at one table for some time.
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With a hostelry on the site since 1792, the Elephant & Hind is one of Dover's oldest and most established watering holes. With a great selection of draft beers, wines and an extensive range of spirits, the Elephant & Hind has something for everyone!
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Situated in the heart of Dover and facing on to the Market Square this pub has had many incarnations over the years. Re-opened on Friday, 12th July 2019 - reverting to its original name.
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