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The Duck - Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent

The Duck - Canterbury

4.5
4.5
55 Reviews
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Set in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside, The Duck offers a menu that brings together modern and traditional pub fare.

Our dishes are expertly prepared focussing on the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients ensuring a memorable dining experience for all.

With local ales and wines - the most local coming from a bijou vineyard a stones throw away from our front door - plus a Gastro pub menu focussed on the best of the season and using local ingredients - did i mention our beef comes from the cows in the field over the road? Head Chef Kyle and his formidable Kitchen team are dedicated to providing you with an unforgettable dining experience.

​We'll be offering a relaxed dining experience focussed on good food and drink. Come and join us - we cant wait to welcome you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Restaurant Open Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Wed–Fri 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01227 203738
  • Website
    http://www.duckpettbottom.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Hadley-Quinn
  • Location
    Pett Bottom Rd, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5PB
  • Neighborhood
    Canterbury
  • Cross street
    Pett Bottom Road, Canterbury, CT4 5PB
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine

Menu

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What 55 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Kent

    Gastro Pub

  • Canterbury

    Best Overall

  • Canterbury

    Best Food

  • Canterbury

    Best Service

  • Canterbury

    Best Value

  • Canterbury

    Good for business meals

  • Canterbury

    Good for groups

  • Canterbury

    Healthy

  • Canterbury

    Neighborhood gem

  • Canterbury

    Great for fine wines

  • Canterbury

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Duck in Canterbury offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and a "friendly and personable" atmosphere. Guests praise the beautifully presented dishes and the attentive service, making it a "must visit." While some minor service teething issues exist, the "excellent cooking" and charming ambiance make it a standout choice.

55 Reviews

  1. Oliver

    Berkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience - great assistance with gluten, onion and garlic intolerances.

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  2. Scott

    VIP

    Yorkshire

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Slick and friendly service, wonderful lamb and great time

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  3. Marcus

    West Sussex

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Slow service, then told to vacate our table quickly! Food was mixed, roast nice, but potatoes were steamed as hidden under meat and not enough of them, or veg. Friend was disappointed with fish pie. Won't be returning.

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  4. Michael

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food from an interesting menu and good service from charming staff. Thoroughly recommended

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  5. Graham

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice atmosphere, very good food and good value too! The staff were friendly making our lunch a nice experience.

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  6. Clare

    Oxford

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food Super staff Great atmosphere What a gem this place is

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  7. Nick

    Kent

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Quality traditional pub food, good country atmosphere, friendly service and dog friendly

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  8. Nicola

    Berkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic lunch out - food, service and ambience were flawless. Would highly recommend. The duck butter and duck bun in particular were absolutely delicious!

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  9. Ollie

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food in a great setting, £250 for 4 although we didn’t have any wine, (few beers and cocktails) 3 had 3 courses and the other 2! Waitress Tallulah looked after us and attentive. A treat that we would do again

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  10. Carol

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very welcoming, steak was excellent. Service was very good by Tallulah. great atmospher.

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FAQs

The Duck - Canterbury is rated 4.5 stars by 55 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Duck - Canterbury

Pett Bottom Rd, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5PB

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pett Bottom Road, Canterbury, CT4 5PB
  • Neighborhood
    Canterbury
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Restaurant Open Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Wed–Fri 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Hadley-Quinn
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine
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