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The Archer Pub & Chinese

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A unique pub offering hearty British classics and authentic Chinese cuisine, enhanced by live entertainment and a warm, family welcome.

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The Archer Pub & Chinese

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Must-see attractions

A unique pub offering hearty British classics and authentic Chinese cuisine, enhanced by live entertainment and a warm, family welcome.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Fantastic food and a great range of drinks in a relaxed atmosphere with very friendly staff!"

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Book Chinese Restaurant

Reservations are recommended for the busy Chinese restaurant section, especially for weekend dining.

Enjoy Live Entertainment

Check the schedule for live music or join the monthly pub quiz for an entertaining evening out.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 10PM

Cuisine

Pub Food, Chinese

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 1304 825890

Address

2 Sandwich Rd, Whitfield, Dover CT16 3LG, United Kingdom

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Unique Dual Cuisine Experience

Unique Dual Cuisine Experience

Enjoy hearty pub classics alongside authentic Chinese dishes, offering a surprising and satisfying culinary fusion.

Lively Pub Atmosphere

Lively Pub Atmosphere

Experience live music, engaging pub quizzes, and a warm, family-run welcome that makes every visit memorable.

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Generous Sunday Roasts

Generous Sunday Roasts

Savor a perfectly cooked Sunday roast with generous portions of meat, crispy Yorkshire puddings, and rich gravy.

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Book Chinese Restaurant

Reservations are recommended for the busy Chinese restaurant section, especially for weekend dining.

Enjoy Live Entertainment

Check the schedule for live music or join the monthly pub quiz for an entertaining evening out.

Consider Takeaway

Opt for Chinese takeaway for a less greasy but still delicious meal at home.

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Book Chinese Restaurant

Reservations are recommended for the busy Chinese restaurant section, especially for weekend dining.

Enjoy Live Entertainment

Check the schedule for live music or join the monthly pub quiz for an entertaining evening out.

Consider Takeaway

Opt for Chinese takeaway for a less greasy but still delicious meal at home.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

The Archer Pub & Chinese garners praise for its welcoming atmosphere and the unique offering of both traditional pub fare and Chinese cuisine. While many commend the friendly service and enjoyable food, some recent reviews suggest a decline in the quality and consistency of the Chinese dishes, with specific complaints about texture and seasoning. Despite these concerns, the pub's lively entertainment and hearty pub favorites continue to draw in satisfied customers.

"We have used the Archer Chinese since it came out and have never had any issues. Amazing food, brilliant service, fast delivery and just overall lovely food and experience. However, we had a delivery yesterday and a couple things were wrong, so we rang and got it all changed no problems, they even sent more than needed! Thank you very much! On another note, we noticed that the curry sauce was much spicier than usual, the chips weren’t very flavoursome and the chicken was soggy and undercooked. We are wondering if there are new owners? We will try again but this was the only bad experience we have had, so we will keep having it and see if it was a one off. Thank you!"

Emily Bennett

"Visited this evening it’s my third time to this establishment. As someone who runs a chain of country pubs, in high recommends
The archer is a fabulous restaurant and bar. Morgan and the team are brilliant. Each time I’ve come it’s always been welcoming. The service is brilliant, fresh cooked to order food, large selection of drinks. Great banter and friendly staff is always a plus. We will be back. Thank you Morgan ❤️❤️❤️ please don’t let me order as much next time 🤣 legends"

Maggiie Tomlinson

"Don't know what's happened to the Chinese food lately but today's was awful. It was like everything was chucked in the same uncle benz sause and frozen.
I've never had a chop suey that came in gravy. And in all the food the meat was almost a slimy congealed texture. The chicken balls were just mushy and ineadable.
Previously left a good review but after this experience will unlikely to try again.

Sorry but I know you can do better."

Oliver

What People Like

Friendly and attentive staff
Unique blend of pub and Chinese food
Live entertainment and pub quizzes

What People Dislike

Inconsistent quality of Chinese dishes
Some dishes too spicy or lacking flavor

Frequently Asked Questions

The Archer offers a unique dual menu, featuring traditional pub favorites like Sunday roasts and burgers, alongside authentic Chinese cuisine.

Booking ahead is advised, especially for the Chinese restaurant section, as it can get quite busy.

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Yes, The Archer hosts live music and monthly pub quizzes, contributing to a lively and entertaining atmosphere.

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Yes, you can order takeaway from the Chinese restaurant, which some find to be a less greasy and tasty option.

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Popular choices include the Sunday Roast, Steak and Kidney Pudding, and various Chinese dishes, though consistency has been noted as an issue.

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While there isn't a separate drink menu in the Chinese section, they do serve drinks from the pub.

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