The Charles Dickens

4.7 (1198)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS

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The Charles Dickens

4.7

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Broadstairs

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2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

The Charles Dickens Pub, named after Broadstairs' most famous resident, is a landmark venue with a rich history. After a complete refurbishment, it reopened in the summer of 2012 and has since become one of the largest pubs in the area. Featuring a spacious main bar downstairs and a scenic, open plan restaurant upstairs, the restaurant offers breathtaking views over Viking Bay. Guests can enjoy a relaxed and welcoming experience, making it the perfect spot to soak in the charm of Broadstairs whilst savoring the best views in town.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 10:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–00:00 Sun 09:00–23:00
Phone number
01843 600160
Website
http://www.charlesdickensbroadstairs.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our beautifully designed Mezzanie floor is the perfect setting for your special occasions whether it's a wake, private celebration or wedding reception. We offer tailored options to suit your needs from a delicious buffet spread to an elegant sit down meal - let us create a memorable experience for you and your guests in a relaxed atmosphere.

Location
Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS
Area
Broadstairs
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
Less than a 10 minute walk from Broadstairs train station.
Entertainment
Regular live music in the bar area.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Reviews

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4.7

(1198)

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Kent
Gluten-free-friendly
Kent
Great for live music
Kent
Great for scenic views
Kent
Gastro Pub

Review summary

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The Charles Dickens offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service" and "excellent food." Diners appreciate the "generous portions," with standout dishes like the roast dinners and fish specials. The "lovely sea views" add to the ambiance, making it a memorable spot for both casual and special occasions.

1,198 Reviews

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Michael
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good service and good food, large portions however because the roast beef was thick cut a steak knife with have been useful from the outset rather than trying to catch the eye of the server. But other wise very enjoyable
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Rosalind
London8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and staff. Music was a little loud but otherwise everything was great.
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Frank
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were very well looked after and the food was very good
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Samantha
Kent3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We waited over an hour for our dinner and when it came it not described! Parsnips were rock hard the meet dry. Service was diabolical. When we complained excuses were given and no compensation was even offered. I asked them to remove the parsnips from the bill which they did but I should not have to ask
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Peter
Essex7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was a fantastic roast dinner. Very generous in portions. The beef was superb & the wife's pork, fantastic. We also had 3 of the extras. Brilliant. A great meal and we throughly enjoyed it. A definite hit.
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Wendy
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely Sunday lunch at the Charles dickens, the food was fabulous along with good service, they didn’t make you wait long to be served but they certainly didn’t rush us, there were five ladies on our table and we all really enjoyed our experience
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Corinne
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can’t fault the ambience service or anything The food was super tasty good size portions and beautifully presented Will definitely return when in area again
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Christopher
Kent2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 September 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely setting good staff , food was nice although a few more options would of been nice, but enjoyed what we had
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kevin
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always fantastic we will be back it was very busy but the service was still spot on
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Mark
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff, efficient and friendly service, would definitely go back
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 10:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–00:00 Sun 09:00–23:00
Phone number
01843 600160
Website
http://www.charlesdickensbroadstairs.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our beautifully designed Mezzanie floor is the perfect setting for your special occasions whether it's a wake, private celebration or wedding reception. We offer tailored options to suit your needs from a delicious buffet spread to an elegant sit down meal - let us create a memorable experience for you and your guests in a relaxed atmosphere.

Location
Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QS
Area
Broadstairs
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
Less than a 10 minute walk from Broadstairs train station.
Entertainment
Regular live music in the bar area.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, The Charles Dickens is welcoming to families: guests report children dining happily, kids' meals being enjoyed, and attentive staff at family celebrations and birthdays.

The Charles Dickens shines at Sunday lunch, reviewers repeatedly praise the Sunday roast and sea views; if you prefer quieter dining, Monday lunchtime is often calm and less busy.

Yes, The Charles Dickens' upstairs restaurant with sea views and several guests' Valentine’s and special-occasion visits make it a warm choice for a date night.

The Charles Dickens feels like a bright, friendly seaside pub, the upstairs, open-plan restaurant offers stunning Viking Bay views and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with attentive staff and occasional live music downstairs that can carry through on some nights.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, nothing formal expected, matching the restaurant’s relaxed and welcoming vibe.

Sunday is the stand-out day, guests repeatedly praise The Charles Dickens for its Sunday roast and Sunday lunch experiences.

Portions at The Charles Dickens are generally generous, guests frequently praise the roast dinners and large mains, with several parties noting they took food home.

Yes, The Charles Dickens has outside tables where guests have dined with sea views and enjoyed al fresco drinks.

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The Charles Dickens

4.7

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Broadstairs

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2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 36 times today

The Charles Dickens

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The Charles Dickens

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