We were staying at a hotel nearby and each night we would try a different bar near the hotel before ending out day. One night we ended up at The Dickens Inn. It seemed to be pretty popular and all the tables outside were taken. We sat inside near the bar. Just had one drink. It was fine but nothing special. read more

The Dickens Inn - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Stopped in for some dinner on a Friday evening. It is an absolutely massive place. So very spacious. Service was quick and adequate, had a wait a bit for a few items but nothing too extreme. Beer was cold and the food was hot. I was in the mood for a margarita but they did not have the ability to make such a drink. It is located just stones throw from the hotel we were staying at which made it a convenient stop. read more

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After a long cold day of touring London on foot, this place was a welcome refuge for my tired and overly chilled family. Ducking into this place for food and warmth, we welcomed the amazingly relaxed atmosphere this restaurant provided. With three levels, the first being the bar and the next two being the dinning floors, this establishment offers a rich relaxing ambience and plenty of seating to enjoy it. The staff is very kind and helpful throughout the meal. The food was good but a little overpriced in my opinion. We ordered the scotch eggs (perfect breading but the eggs were too undercooked for my taste), two burgers (scrumptious), and two chicken schnitzels (breaded chicken with no gravy or sauce but not bad just bland). Don't get me wrong, the food was good and we devoured it. However, I don't believe it was 140 quid good, especially when we get cups of ketchup and not the bottle (small pet peeve of mine). Overall, it's a beautiful and warm environment with good food that's a little overpriced. Go and taste for yourself. read more

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Fun place. Good food. I'm removing a star because the music is too loud. Great music. It just needs to be a bit quieter. Just a bit read more

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The location is beautiful. The service was not friendly. The kitchen was out of many dishes advertised on the menu and the staff seemed irritated that I asked for the items. I ordered the Peri Peri Chicken that was served very dry, either overcooked or old. I will not be returning. read more

Cute exterior and outdoor seating. Smells weird and looks dark inside. Wait time for food - ordering and to be served was long. Most people seem to come here for the beer. NOTE: We got the "fish and chips" here, which my family was very happy with. Our hotel recommended this dish here at this location. I got nachos, which may have been the usual for British, but was odd for me. The nacho cheese was thick and the "salsa" was a chunky tomato paste. read more

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Had the fish and chips. Fish was over cooked. Greasy batter. Inconsistent cook with varying levels of crunch/hardness. Fries basic no seasoning. This was my least favorite meal thus far in London. read more

Nice pub. We went to lunch on a Saturday shortly after it opened (12pm). We like that you order and pay for your food at the bar so you can leave when you are ready. We ordered a pizza margherita, chicken tikka masala, and fish and chips. Everything was unexceptional yet still good quality for the price. Generous pours on the beer. Nice ambiance. Child friendly for lunch (but no kids menu). read more

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Food was not good at all. Kids meal type chicken sandwich, mash was instant, closed the kitchen early. Cancelled our dinner reservations with one email 3 hours notice. Look elsewhere. read more

The outdoors are pretty and you can see the water greatly from here. Food was okay not anything great or special but service was good. read more

The Dickens Inn - Exterior - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Food was good. Ambiance was ok, looked lovely from afar as it's in the harbor. It said there were two different restaurants on site, but it wasn't obvious and no one stepping up to give any directions or assistance or help on where to order where to sit, etc. etc. We had a bit of trouble finding the place... it's off the beaten path. read more

Great atmosphere and food! There are three floors and you can choose the classic pub atmosphere or a sit down restaurant. Highly recommended if you are in the Tower area! read more

After a little snag with ordering, all was fixed with no issues! Great server!! Food was yummy! read more

The Dickens Inn - Front entrance - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

This is one of our favorite stops when in London. We've eaten outside, in the downstairs pub and on the second floor. Good food reasonably priced. Nice setting on the marina. It's a short walk from the Tower. read more

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I look forward to visiting The Dickens Inn every time I return to London. The atmosphere is just beautiful, inside and out. It's a wonderful place to spend and afternoon or evening with friends. Plenty of drink options for everyone. read more

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The service was wonderful. Engaged servers - just wonderful. The food was fresh and delicious.

Great atmosphere and very good food in this traditional British restaurant. The batter on the Fish and chips had wonderful flavor the the fish was very flakey and a good mild flavor. On a second meal I had a cheeseburger and was happy to find it was charbroiled with delicious char lines. The bun seemed to be a fresh local bread. After your meal there are two floors and indoor outdoor dining. read more

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The adorable front stays there-as much as we wanted to enjoy our last night in London-this place had other plans for our time- the service was horrible-we waited 15 minutes until someone asked us what we'd like to drink-the waiter never came to ask us how our food was... the food needed added flavor and was much less to be desired. Asked for some water and got a pitcher without a glass- Of the 12 days in UK this was the worst dinner we had and if we had to do it over again-we would not have eaten here!! Eduardo was our server an added a 12% gratuity for the two of us-which we would have NOT added based on the service... read more

The Dickens Inn - Ummmmm-what do I drink out of?? - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Oh what a vibe! This place has the best beer and amazing views! Definitely a great place for beers and bites

Lively and fun. Don't come if your looking for a quiet, romantic dinner! This place has lot of different ales , beers and wines. They also have lots of outside tables, and decks to enjoy the view. Inside has nice dark tables. Music is fullblast. Bartenders and waiters are the bomb. Everyone is sooo nice and accommodating! Food was really good, too. The hamburger was huge and came with fries. Chicken Marsala, delicious. I had Ceasar salad which was very good. You won't be disappointed eating at this gun place!! read more

Very cool location! The building and surrounding area draws you in. However; the service and drink leaves a lot to be desired. Bar staff was not attentive and was uninterested in serving. One bartender didn't know what London Pride was!?! On top of that I feel we where shorted on our drinks as they where not served in the proper pint. I will not go out of my way to come here again. Side note: the pizza was good. read more

While staying at The Tower Hotel, we found it later in the evening and still hadn't had a meal for the day. We were told by the concierge to try The Dickens Inn, about a block away from the hotel. The restaurant downstairs kitchen was closed but we were told that we could still order foor upstairs on the third floor. The room had a nice comfy atmosphere with decorations that befitted the St Katherine Dock location they are in. There was a large party going on and we were told it may be a while before we could get served. But that was not the case. We ordered a couple glasses of wine and two orders of fish & chips. We received it all in no time at all and the wait staff was on top of things for us despite the crowd. This was some of the finest fish & chips we had in Great Britain during our stay. Lightly coated and flavorful, large piece of cod, crisp chips and a small portion of mashed peas. It was the perfect late night meal, didn't sit heavy where it was hard to sleep on. The fish & chips were not overly priced either. Staff was excellent on the third floor, and would highly anybody looking for such a meal; the other items offered also sound good. read more

Decent pub. Can't decide if it's high end or chavvy... Really nice location. Really big. Lots of drink selection. That said, it kind of has no soul for a pub with this awesome a building and this location... I would expect more. The beer is ok, but I have had complaints from friends so it's not consistent. Genuinely, there aren't many better options in the area (that I know of) so I would come here if you're nearby. But your socks will stay decidedly non blown off. read more

The Dickens Inn - The view - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Right by the riverside against a great view, in an old rustic 18th century converted warehouse, what else do you want? It had the perfect atmosphere, warm, cosy, sensible people and it may be a bit tattered but it adds to the historical feel of it and I wouldn't change it at all. In fact I loved the whole building in was in and the whole location with the view of the boats, all very romantic. For a Saturday it wasn't even too pack as it is in quite a secluded area which is perfect for a tourist location, not a big fan of loud busy places. Service was also very friendly provided by a lady who was more than accommodating, helping us book via Toptable on last minute terms to help me collect my 100 points. Also very smiley and genuine which ticked points for good service. As it was the three of us we ordered the buffalo wings, olives and a medium pizza, half Florentine and meat feast. It was surprisingly large for a medium pizza & could easily feed 4. The wings were perfectly tender, succulent and big, in a really moreish sauce that wasn't too sweet & finger lickin good. Olives were garlicky which we all loved although quite small in portion for its price. I must say the Florentine was slightly disappointing. Eggs were rubbery because they came boiled which is not how a Florentine should be done and they were quite bland overall. The meat feast however was delicious, packed with flavour,a good variety and quantity of toppings, good thick layer stringy cheese for the perfect pizza bite. if you're looking for a light pizza this place is not it. Food was slightly overpriced but that's predictable for the location it's in and the novelty of having such a large pizza called the 'beast' served on a lifted platter. I suppose I would recommend for a special occasion especially in the location it's in and if you've got a group of people. Just make sure Florentine is not one of the pizza option you're picking and it should be fine and enjoyable. Wash it down with two shots of Malibu and coke like I did and it will be even better ;) read more

The Dickens Inn - The Beast- Half a Florentine and half a Meat Feast - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

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I've been to The Dickens Inn a few times. It's in a very cute location, and looks gorgeous with the hanging baskets lining the outside of the three story rustic 18th century building. Last night I stopped off there for a drink in the outside section before going for dinner. The drinks are reasonably priced and it's a nice location, close to Tower Bridge. I've previously indulged in the huge pizzas they served there. Worth a try in your in the area and hungry. I've also been there for a couple work functions - they have a large room available for hire which is slightly to the side of the main bar and seating area. A very nice place to go, but I personally wouldn't make a specific trip there if you're not already heading to that part of London. read more

The Dickens Inn - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

This was the only restaurant in London that we visited twice during our seven day stay. The pizza was really good and the crust was exceptional making it the best pizza (and one of the best meals) we had during our trip. We ate on the balcony overlooking St. Katherine' s Dock which really added to the experience. The beast worked out well for the four of us - two adults and two kids (under 11) - and they were able to split the toppings the way we wanted - half Parma and half Margherita. The tavern on the first floor had a great selection and although each floor had its own restaurant, they said you could bring the pizza down if you wanted to eat it there. read more

The Dickens Inn - Parma pizza and anti pasta with a Meantime lager. - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

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I've been coming here for years. Whenever I'm in the area, this is my choice of pub. It has a great view over St Katherines Dock. It's mock Victorian decor, adds the environment. They have a wide selection of beers, and standard pub fayre, any tourist to London would expect. The only downside I have, is that the last few times I have been, I seem to arrive just after a coach load of tourists get there, all ordering coffees of various types. This leads to a long wait for a pint! read more

The Dickens Inn - The Dickens in at St Katherines Dock - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

very basic. i've had far superior experiences with fish and chips at home. the dining sits in a pretty dock, and their staff are well-mannered. i just don't have much to brag about their food. this place was recommended to us by a local my friend and i met in paris, but i think we could have done better. the reviews of this place.. they do not lie. sorry! read more

The Dickens Inn - menu, 03/06/18 - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

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A tricky one to rate this! I love the quaint, olde worlde look of the place, esp the traditional wooden beams and gorgeous hanging baskets bursting with bright flowers on each level. I stopped by for drinks and dinner with a friend visiting from NYC (she chose it). It took me a while to find the pizzeria she was talking about but after wandering through a pretty unappealing pub area downstairs I found the gang on the top floor. The service was painfully slow when you wanted to order, but they were also nicely flexible (oblivious?!) about the group size ranging from 4 initially to 9 through the evening as people rocked up gradually after work (the lawyers last!). I enjoyed the goat's cheese pizza with red onion, and you could tell the base was freshly made which was a big plus considering it was a little heavy on the dough in the dough-to-topping ratio. The sides and other bits I munched (/stole) from others were also nice enough, but I thought quite pricey for what they were. It's in a great spot by the docks and I can see myself drifting back here if I was avoiding the chains nearby, but I can't say I'm in any rush as it's just a-ok for this price point. read more

I stopped here while on holiday in the UK. The 1st floor bar setting is nice. Plenty of space and not cramped. Windows overlook the marina. I sat by the windows to get fresh air, but someone was smoking outside the window. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger for £15. It was nothing extraordinary. In fact it was bland and small. I honestly expected more for £15. I also ordered sweet potato fries. They were seriously deep fried. Is that how it is done here? The regular French fries were delicious. It wasn't crowded but it took 25 minutes for the food to be ready. read more

Situated in the historic St Kathryn's Dock in a converted Tea Warehouse this is a busy early evening and weekend pub and restaurant. It has a couple of restaurants one serving Pizzas etc., and the other a more extensive menu. The was the first time I tried Ostrich and was pleasantly surprised. (By the way the picture is the view from the Dickens Arms over St Kathryn's Dock. read more

The Dickens Inn - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Finding restaurants can be just like house-hunting, it's all about location. Nestled amongst the super yachts The Dickens Inn looks dubious from the outside but is actually a great place for drinks and/or a meal. There's some quite pricey places in St Katherine's docks but a pizza from their upstairs pizza restaurant is reasonably priced with a cheap and cheerful wine list to match. We sat next to the window with a great view of the water, next time I hope to nab a spot on the balcony. read more

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I am giving 3 stars because the initial hostess was very nice. I ordered the chicken schnitzel which was dry and overcooked. My husband had eggplant parmigiana which was also over cooked. We then waited 15 minutes for the check. Beautiful location on the docks, but can't recommend the food. read more

Zero service, food is minimal and the staff is rude. Save your time and money! Don't be tricked by the adorable front!

Ate here yesterday with friends. It was freezing outside and just as cold inside. Apparently this building doesn't have heat. The beer was good but the food was less than mediocre. 15£ for crappy fish and chips 8£ for a fish sandwich that was mostly bread. The menu says it comes with onion rings. Apparently there were 2 technically it was ring(s)... Please Didn't experience any rude staff since no one ever came to talk to us... Don't recommend read more

Recommended by the concierge at our hotel. Very good food and reasonable prices. Sat on the third floor balcony overlooking the tower bridge. Very nice experience. read more

I love this place and wish that there were more around. The pub has a wonderfully fresh appearance from outside, matches with a wooden (medieval styled) interior. It homes a number of different cuisines, with plenty of choice on drinks. It's in a great location and has lovely views, especially when sunny. Would recommend this place to locals and traveller's alike. read more

The Dickens Inn - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

When you are craving a proper pub lunch around Tower Bridge, the choices are limited. We thought we had struck gold when we saw the Dickens Inn, but it was just average. Firstly, no Sundays roasts downstairs, only up in the Grill upstairs. As we were sat in the ample garden area outside, we settled on various items from the limited menu. Food was ok, although the hunters chicken had no bbq sauce, and there wasn't very much hot food available for people who can't eat gluten. Oh, and one more thing. Sausage and mash should come with peas! read more

Dickens Inn building is a converted 18th century converted victorian warehouse next to the riverside with a great view of the docks. The hanging baskets and tattered feel all work very well to build an interesting atmosphere. Unfortunately the pub inside is completely let down and it destroys the whole atmosphere so it does only worth sitting outside. Food wise i have only tried the pizza which was quite nice but the "beast" is not sufficient to share between 4 people and the price was just ridiculous £50 + 12.5% service charge. It probably works out better if you get 4 small pizzas instead of the beast both price wise and slices per person ratio. I wouldn't recommend the desserts/puddings as they are surprisingly small & blunt. I wouldn't make a specific trip just to visit this place but if you are around tower bridge and you can secure a seat at the balcony it is a much better option than the rest of the pubs in the area. read more

I was enjoying some nice al fresco beers with my mates on Islington Green, and the next thing I remember, the group decided to get up and walk towards the City to find a pub. We somehow ended up at the Dickens Inn... and I have to say, it was not worth the walk. This place is massive. And from what I've seen, it's quite popular with workers from the City. Popular to the point of being obnoxiously crowded. The Dickens inn is aesthetically pleasing. There are nice flowers covering the railings and lining the outdoor area. And it is quite nice to enjoy a beer in the shadow of Tower Bridge. Yet, that is about all there is to say on atmosphere. Its one of those pubs that is too big for its own good. It may be able to serve a lot more customers, but it looses its personality along the way. Bar staff was really friendly, and its not an awful place to watch a football match. However, the beer selection leaves much to be desired. The draught list is little more than Star and Kronenbourg. In my humble opinion, the best beer on tap at the Dickens Inn is London Pride (not bad by any means, but nothing special). Independently, the Dicken's Inn is not a bad place by any measure. Yet, when you compare it to the high quality of pub that is available to you in London if you just make an effort, it definitely falls short. read more