How is The Lord Nelson restaurant rated?

Name: The Lord Nelson
Address: 5 Flying Horse Ln, Kent, England, United Kingdom, CT16 1HG
Telephone: 01304 783386
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4

The Lord Nelson

4 (4)

£26 to £40

British

5 Flying Horse Ln, Kent, England CT16 1HG

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Kid-friendly

Welcome to The Lord Nelson.
Located in historical Dover with beautiful views of the castle and riverside sitting, The Lord Nelson has an enviable position, which we aim to match with the best produce from England's garden, the nick name for the county of Kent. We offer the best in genuine traditional Kent hospitality for ‘ the whole package’ dining experience. We serve a delicious all day menu, using the very best of local produce, exciting and traditional British dishes which can be enjoyed for both lunch or dinner, as well as the highlight of the week, our famous Sunday roasts, with all the trimmings, available all day Sunday. We pride ourselves on being a family run, dog friendly, food-led, destination pub/restaurant, that is locally unique, welcoming and charming.

The perfect choice for all special occasions, celebrations, date nights and family get-togethers. Check out our website, or call one of our friendly members of staff today.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01304 783386
Website
https://www.lordnelsondover.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
5 Flying Horse Ln, Kent, England CT16 1HG
Neighborhood
Dover
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

2 courses £34.99 / 3 courses £38.99 (pre-booking only). See over for T&Cs. Merry Christmas from the team at the Lord Nelson. We welcome everyone and aim to ensure that there is something for all to enjoy. If you follow a special diet, please ask for information on how our dishes can be adapted to make something delicious for you. Please note: we use fresh ingredients, where possible, and the following menu is subject to availability.

Starters

Prawn and Crayfish Tian
with dressed rocket
Duck Liver Parfait
with plum and orange chutney and sourdough toast
Maple-roasted Parsnip Soup
with golden raisin purée, bread and butter
Prawn and crayfish tian
Duck liver parfait
Parsnip soup
V

Mains

Traditional Roast Turkey
with roast potatoes, stuffing, pigs in blankets, seasonal vegetables and gravy
Slow-cooked Beef Cassoulet
with creamy smoked mash, black cabbage, pancetta and glazed carrots
Roasted Cod en Papillote
with winter vegetables
Beetroot and Butternut Squash Wellington
with roast potatoes, chestnuts, black cabbage and rosemary-infused gravy
Roast Turkey
Beef cassoulet
Cod en papillote
Beetroot and butternut squash Wellington
V

Puddings

Christmas Pudding
with brandy custard
Mulled Wine Poached Pear
with vanilla ice cream
Dark Chocolate Fondant
with salted caramel ice cream
Stem Ginger Cheesecake
with blood orange compote

Desserts

Christmas pudding
Mulled wine poached pear
V
Chocolate fondant
Ginger cheesecake

What people are saying

The Lord Nelson reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4.0 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

4 Reviews

R
Rosemary
London7 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had a lovely roast dinner but unfortunately it was only just warm when it was delivered to our table so it very quuickly got cold. One of our party had a fish dinner which she loved!
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Matthew
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food in the heart of Dover! Also doubles as a great spot to watch an England rugby match!
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Nathalie
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Burns night dinner was awesome. The food was excellent, our waiter Dan was very friendly and attentive. Music was nice. I have also tried their Sunday roast on another occasion and enjoyed it thoroughly
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Glynis
Kent1 review
3.0
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server Dan was most polite very helpful and although i picked this bar from a website for the set menu and specific items i only like which they didnt have the set menu Dan Dan made up for it all in his excellent service very polite and accommodated us extremely well I recommend this lovely pub to anyone you wont be disappointed
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FAQs

The Lord Nelson is rated 4 stars by 4 OpenTable diners.

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5 Flying Horse Ln, Kent, England CT16 1HG

Additional information

Neighborhood
Dover
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.lordnelsondover.co.uk/
Phone number
01304 783386

The Lord Nelson

About this restaurant

Not bookable

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Additional information

Starters

Prawn and Crayfish Tian

Duck Liver Parfait

Maple-roasted Parsnip Soup

Prawn and crayfish tian

Duck liver parfait

Parsnip soup

Mains

Traditional Roast Turkey

Slow-cooked Beef Cassoulet

Roasted Cod en Papillote

Beetroot and Butternut Squash Wellington

Roast Turkey

Beef cassoulet

Cod en papillote

Beetroot and butternut squash Wellington

Puddings

Christmas Pudding

Mulled Wine Poached Pear

Dark Chocolate Fondant

Stem Ginger Cheesecake

Desserts

Christmas pudding

Mulled wine poached pear

Chocolate fondant

Ginger cheesecake

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is The Lord Nelson restaurant rated?

Not bookable

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