The Malt Shovel

The Malt Shovel - Table reservation

3 Darenth Road, DA1 1LP, Dartford, United Kingdom
1451 Reviews 4.2

"Cracking little pub with friendly staff. They serve food as well. There is a small car park that holds about 6/7 cars."

Details

Phone: +441322224381,+447505022096

Address: 3 Darenth Road, DA1 1LP, Dartford, United Kingdom

City: Dartford

Website: https://www.maltshovelda1.co.uk/

Opening hours

Monday: 15:00-23:00

Tuesday: 12:00-23:00

Wednesday: 12:00-23:00

Friday: 12:00-12midnight

Sunday: 12:00-22:30

Statistics

Dishes: 6

Amenities: 25

Categories: 5

Reviews: 1451


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Reviews

3 /5 Rating

After reading the good reviews we gave it a go. Sadly we were disappointed. Service was pretty poor, we felt like an inconvenience and the staff seemed quite indifferent towards us. Waited for a table to be ready for us even though we booked, then waited ages to even see the menu. Asked the waitress for drinks and it was as if we were hassling her. Hoped the food would live up to the hype, but it was distinctly average. The roast was ok, not the best, not the worst. Slightly better than a carvery, however the beef was chewy and the roast potatoes weren’t nice at all. Roast chicken and pork were nice, as was the cauliflower cheese. I got the ploughman’s, which again, was mediocre. Puddings we...

3 /5 Rating

This small, traditional-style pub feels like a blast from the past when you walk in, reminiscent of the 1970s. The interior could use some more lighting to brighten things up a bit. It's a bit off the beaten path, just outside the town center, but definitely worth a visit if you come across it. Despite its size, the pub has a warm and cozy atmosphere with friendly service. In addition to the main bar area, there is a spacious conservatory at the back where they also serve food. I have always had good service here, and the pub has a large outdoor decked beer garden with views of Dartford's Central Park, which is particularly enjoyable in the warmer months. Prices are reasonable, although slig...

5 /5 Rating

First time here, Sunday roast, lamb melt in the mouth and the cauliflower cheese was to die for finished off with the roulade and ice cream, perfect day, great service and lovely atmosphere, thank you

4 /5 Rating

Great traditional pub with pleasant outside space. Good beers. We were here for a family wedding reception and were very well looked after.

5 /5 Rating

Cracking little pub with friendly staff. They serve food as well. There is a small car park that holds about 6/7 cars.


Dishes

Parmesan Asparagus
Parmesan Asparagus

Sweet Potato
Sweet Potato

Coleslaw
Coleslaw

Tempura
Tempura

Roast Chicken
Roast Chicken

Cauliflower
Cauliflower