Many of us have a favourite local we like to visit for a drink, and some even ones we have been visiting for decades.
But perhaps, after all these years, you’re looking for somewhere different? Maybe this will help.
We’ve had a look at reviews website Tripadvisor and collated a list of the top 10 pubs in Bexley and Dartford, according to hundreds of customers’ opinions.
Without further ado, here they are:
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1. The Nags Head
Where to find: 37 Welling High Street, DA16 1TR
‘Excellent’ reviews: 137 out of 244
What reviewers say: “Really nice pub, food is excellent, reasonably priced and well-cooked and presented.
“Good atmosphere in the pub, friendly staff. Will be back.”
2. Bird in Hand
Where to find: 242-244 Dartford Road, DA1 3EY
‘Excellent’ reviews: 85 out of 100
What reviewers say: “Best curry ever! Lovely atmosphere. Well-kept pub and fabulous food. Living nearby, it’s the perfect local!”
3. The Horse & Groom
Where to find: 15 Leyton Cross Road, DA2 7AP
‘Excellent’ reviews: 216 out of 454
What reviewers say: “Extremely popular place for the locals. Lovely garden, tasteful interior! The staff are all friendly and helpful, and the food is amazing!
“Really nice place to eat at!”
4. The Yacht
Where to find: 167 Long Lane, DA7 5AE
‘Excellent’ reviews: 182 out of 437
What reviewers say: “Had a great meal here. Staff were very friendly and the new surroundings are lovely.
“Food and drink at a very good price, better than the others around here.”
5. The New Cross Turnpike
Where to find: 55 Bellegrove Road, DA16 3PB
‘Excellent’ reviews: 45 out of 162
What reviewers say: “It is what it is. Certainly not fine dining but excellent value for money and the food is well-cooked and tasty.
“It does get crowded but it’s a good place to go, especially if you have children with you.
“There is something on the menu to please everyone – even the fussiest.”
6. The George Staples
Where to find: 273 Blackfen Road, DA15 8PR
‘Excellent’ reviews: 29 out of 69
What reviewers say: “Sometimes go here for a Sunday lunch. Very good service and large portions with good value.
“I would recommend.”
7. The Three Blackbirds
Where to find: Blendon Road, DA5 1BX
‘Excellent’ reviews: 55 out of 127
What reviewers say: “After moving nearby, I have been saying for a year that we’d try this pub and have finally gotten around to it for lunch.
“Very friendly staff and reasonably priced tasty food.”
8. The Furze Wren
Broadway Square 6 Martketplace, DA6 7DY
‘Excellent’ reviews: 46 out of 233
What reviewers say: “Food was great, so was the service. Would recommend to people to go for lunch and also breakfast.
“The staff there were helpful and pleasant, would go again.”
9. The Wrong ‘Un
Where to find: 234-236 Broadway, DA6 8AS
‘Excellent’ reviews: 17 out of 62
What reviewers say: “Excellent pub, friendly staff and a great atmosphere. Food was very good as well.
“Would thoroughly recommend to anyone in Bexleyheath.”
10. The Prince Albert
Where to find: 2 Broadway, Bexleyheath, DA6 7LE
‘Excellent’ reviews: 15 out of 38
What reviewers say: “A very friendly atmosphere with a regular lineup of great music from popular local bands.
“This pub also has a good sense of the local history, with displays of film and photos from the area.”
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