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Welcome To The Dovetail
Nestled in the heart of London, The Dovetail is a charming pub that delights with its exceptional selection of Belgian and Trappist beers and a delectable menu featuring both Belgian and English cuisine. Shockingly good mussels and their standout pint of chips are a must-try, garnering rave reviews from patrons. The ambiance is intimate and inviting, perfect for a casual outing or a special celebration. With knowledgeable staff ensuring top-notch service, The Dovetail stands out as a quintessential independent eatery in the city, offering remarkable value for the quality that keeps guests returning for more.
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Moules Mariniere
Saison Dupont
$£7.20Rochefort 6
Orval
Westmalle Triple
Westmalle Double
Chimay Premiere
Saison Dupont
Saison 1900
About
The Dovetail
Welcome to The Dovetail, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of London at 9-10 Jerusalem Passage. This charming establishment takes pride in offering a stellar selection of Belgian and Trappist beers, paired with a menu that celebrates both Belgian and English cuisine.
The ambiance is a perfect blend of cozy and sophisticated, making it an ideal spot for casual outings or intimate dinners. Patrons have described it as a hidden treasure, with many expressing their surprise at how easily they stumbled upon it. As John Cordrey puts it, once you find your way here, you won’t want to leave thanks to its lovely atmosphere and fantastic staff.
One of the standout features of The Dovetail is its impressive beer selection. Simon Jones highlights the restaurant's extensive array of Belgian brews, expertly recommended by knowledgeable staff who ensure that each guest finds their perfect pint. For beer enthusiasts, this is undoubtedly a must-visit destination where the quality of the drinks rivals the best selections around London.
The food offerings complement the drink selections seamlessly. Reviews frequently extol the excellence of dishes such as the mussels, which have been described as "insane" by previous diners. J F’s enthusiastic recommendation of the “pint of chips,” noted as possibly the best in London, emphasizes the culinary creativity that thrives at The Dovetail. The menu, though succinct, promises that each bite is delightful and reasonably priced, which adds to the overall experience.
Whether you’re a beer aficionado or simply someone in search of excellent food in a friendly setting, The Dovetail invites you to indulge. The combination of top-notch service, carefully curated beverages, and delicious fare make for an unforgettable visit. It’s no wonder that patrons like Robin CM and Alex Jones rave about their experiences and suggest revisiting repeatedly.
In essence, The Dovetail is not just a place to eat or drink; it’s a community hub that celebrates flavor, quality, and warmth. Don’t miss out on this exquisite establishment the next time you find yourself in London!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Stumbled across this place on the way to somewhere else. Didn't leave! Lovely atmosphere, quiet, well priced, fantastic staff and excellent food & beer. Highly recommend! ”
“ A fantastic pub selling Belgian and Trappist beers, plus Belgian and English cuisine. The food is excellent and I would recommend the mussels. The staff are highly knowledgeable when it comes to the beer selection and provide an incomparable service all round. A must visit. ”
“ Class - where to begin? Tucked away in central London, me and my wonderful girlfriend strolled past and then backtracked to this lovely restaurant/bar. Service 10/10 fast. Beer 10/10 class. Food 10/10 even classier, pint of chips best in London. Mussels insane! Would have my birthday here. Thanks, I will be back. ”
“ Great selection of Belgian beers at very sensible prices (especially considering London) and generally served in the correct glasses - if that's your thing! Small but excellent selection of food, everything I've had had been both very tasty and sensibly priced. I've been early evening midweek on a couple of occasions and there's been no need to book a table, but you can reserve tables in advance if you want to. Very friendly and helpful staff too. This is how independent places should be ”
“ The selection of beers is immense and the food is pretty damn good to boot. I'd recommend the pint of fries with cheese sauce, with a cherry and chocolate beer. Quite expensive for a beer, but you're not getting the same quality of Belgian beers anywhere else around the area. Would highly recommend! ”
“ Amazing brewery serving Belgium beer and food, seating is limited so book in advance if you can. They serve fantastic and above average pub food, we only had a small starter and mostly tried a few beers. I would come back here to try more beer and other food options. ”
“ I have to admit that knowing this place already for its excelente Belgium beer I wasn't expecting the food to be anything to write home about... But its actually some great pub style food with a good punch of Belgium cousine thrown into the mix. Dare I to say one of the best fish and chips around and a pretty good steak sandwich. To top it all up let's not forget the great selection of beer. Definitely a must try. ”
“ A great little pub with an excellent selection of Belgian beer. I've never seen such a big selection, especially on tap, outside of Belgium. Not only is the selection great, with seasonal beers, but Paul, who runs the place, is very knowledgable. He is also very friendly and helpful, especially when it comes to trying to figure out what to have next. The food is also good, and just what you need to go with this kind of beer. I've had the moules-frites on a couple of occasions. The mussle are cooked just right, very tender and flavorful. The fries the come with it are excellent as well. The location itself is very nice and cosy, just the kind of place you want to sit down and relax with a delicious Belgian beer, especially in the colder months. I don't live that close, but I make a point on going there whenever I'm feeling like having a Belgian beer, and it's definitely worth the trip. ”