Unicorn Inn, Canterbury - pub details
Address: 61, St. Dunstans St, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8BS [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 5947) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Canterbury West (0.2 miles), Canterbury East (0.6 miles), Sturry (2.4 miles)
Pub facilities/features:
- Bar billiards
- Food served, Real ale
Pub suggested by Peter Wilson on 26 Dec 2003
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> Current user rating: 7.4/10 (rated by 45 users)
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user reviews of Unicorn Inn, Canterbury
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| This is a pleasant old pub. It's the kind of place that never moved on after the seventies. It was probably not intentional but it succeeds by the unconscious phenomenon of waiting around long enough that it becomes retro. Believe me it's an accident. Those horse-brasses were not bought at a chic stall in Camden Lock Market. They've always been there. So have the dreadful old prints that remind you of your nan's parlour. But it has charm. For a start it has a friendly local feel to it and a complete cross section of punters, with the exception of teenagers. This is a place even under-age drinkers avoid. Every other Monday night, the Unicorn plays host to the excellent and popular local pianist Luke Smith. This is well worth calling in for. On Sunday nights they have a popular pub quiz. There are a couple of fairly subtle TVs for use when big matches or royal weddings take place but they're not on all the time. Basic and reasonably priced pub food is served at lunchtimes but available early evenings too. Beer can be good. CAMRA meet here sometimes. They have some good guest beers but long-term regulars still ask for Shepherd Neame's Master Brew. The ubiquitous Doom Bar is the other regular. Dark Star, Gadds, Hopdaemon and Surrey Hills Breweries are common providers of their guest beers. This place will grow on you and if it stays the same, it could one day be the only traditional pub in Canterbury. There aren't many left. Primative - 30 Apr 2012 17:29 |
| Probably the best traditional pub in Canterbury. The Unicorn unashamedly retains its traditional interior with original timber frames jostling with 19th Century interior decoration. The open fire makes the place feel very cosy and the family run nature is welcoming to all. As with most pubs there is a coterie of locals who maintain a strong presence and who add a distinctly vintage feel to the place. There is always a good choice of real ale and the beer is extremely well kept. The art of the cellarman is still well and truly alive at the Unicorn. The food on offer has really developed over the last couple of years and the menu is both inexpensive and varied with plenty of interesting, hand prepared dishes to cater for most tastes. Other attractions include the beer garden, the Sunday evening quiz (rating: hard), a good mix of locals of all ages and its convenient location. Due to the traditional look and feel and the real ale this is not a student place and you can usually be sure of a civilised and friendly visit. fleecymitt - 1 Feb 2011 14:36 |
| A bit of a throwback in respect of the 70's style wood panelling, maroon(ish) carpets and shields and plaques on the walls which kind of attracts an older clientelle. Had a very good pint of Skrimshander IPA (other ales were available). Fairly handy for Canterbury West station (which is North of the city centre) though a bit of a trek from Canterbury East (which is South of the city centre. Snarling_Mallard - 17 Dec 2010 12:25 |
| A bit dark and dingy inside but the beer was fine, only one other person in while I was there, closest to the station for a quick beer. Last call before the train home, to be honest, Canterbury was a big disappoinment beer and pub wise, horrible traffic and tourist choked hell full of tat shops and poncy restaurants/cafe's prtending that they are actually in France calling themslves 'chez nous' and the like, overpriced , I'd carry on to the seaside next time at Ramsgate or Margate. Hodge1 - 2 Aug 2010 17:34 |
| Bit like going back in time when you come in here, don't be put off by the net curtains. Best kept beer in Canterbury. Super Garden. Food is basic but really tasty and very good prices. Best curry I have had in ages! canters12 - 23 May 2010 15:36 |
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