Heverlee 0623
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Deirdre Mcloughlin

2 months ago

A bigger pub than it looks! Went upstairs to find a table and did, but the lights were not working. We asked a staff member about this and nothing could be done to resolve the issue, so we were lucky enough to find another table. We ate the 5 small dishes to share (£22) and the quality of food was good and enough for 4 people.

Mark B

3 months ago

Now Kingston town centre is being sold off at an alarming rate, historic venues and local conveniences have been demolished to make way for a gigantic Unilever office and other pockets are also up for grabs as unaffordable luxury flats pop up all over. The town centre is a sea of empty shop-fronts, owed in part to extortionate rents and a desire to appeal more high-end. Which is why it's somewhat remarkable that this pub still exists. It's currently the oldest pub in Kingston, dating back to 1550 when it was "The Bell", changing to "The Lion and Lamb" in the early 1700s, documented by the owners death records due to "excessive drinking". In 1832 it became "The Druids Head" on account of the landlord being a member of the Order of the Druids, and is referenced in the book "Three Men in a Boat" as they set off from here. The pub today is owned by Greene King, your usual chain pub food, is spacious throughout and has terrible chalkboard patter out front (e.g. "Gin O'Clock", "Top of the Hops", "Bears, wouldn't risk it", "Keep January Dry - Dry Gin, Dry Wine etc"). Upstairs there's a huge screen for sports, downstairs there's nooks and benches to surround yourself in darkness or watch the world go by in the marketplace. Beer selection leaves little to be desired on keg if you're after a craftier affair, but with 3 non-GK ales on at sub £5 a pint you can't be too picky. I went for a "fraidnot" by Exeter Brewery which was lovely. Very sinkable golden ale with a decent bitterness. Seemed like a nice pub on a not-too-busy afternoon, imagine on the weekends it's rammed. I'll head back if I'm passing, but at least I can say I've been, before it's turned into an upmarket handbag shop or another Five Guys.

Chris

6 months ago

Visited the Druids Head on Sunday evening for a few drinks, and a chat with friends out in the garden. Staff are very welcoming, quick service and everything we needed for a chilled evening after a busy day. The garden is great, deceivingly big and plenty of places to sit to suit. Picked up a table number from the bar so could order on the app as needed, worked with no problems at all. Atmosphere inside was a little quiet, but it was a Sunday evening so understandable. We were going to order food, but did find the menu very limited. Not sure if it always is, but there were not many options that took our liking so didn't on this visit. Simple plain burger and chips, or a few other basic menu items would have been great. Toilets were a bit tired, and could do with a bit of a refresh where possible. Good evening overall, only 4* on this occasion due to not finding food options that suited us and the toilets needing a bit of attention. Will happily come back again!

James Waddington

6 months ago

We popped in for lunch during a shopping trip, grabbed a table, went to the bar got drinks, ordered food and had a good meal. We took our dogs with us and we were very well welcomed. The staff made a fuss of them, brought them a water bowl and made us feel very welcome. Reasonably priced, well cooked food served quickly and with friendly staff.

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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623