
Quick info
About The Kings Head
On Quarry St in Guildford, The Kings Head occupies a building dating to the 16th century, serving a traditional pub menu that runs to 13 dishes. Roast potatoes and pigs in blankets sit alongside sharers, burgers and flame-cooked pizza, with a Sunday roast on offer too. The pub is walk-in, with no reservations, and opens daily. Regular open mic, quiz and curry nights run alongside the food. Seating spans both indoors and a courtyard outside, with a shaded area for those eating al fresco, though outside food or drinks brought in are not permitted. Tables are fitted with charging ports, useful for anyone settling in to work. The combination of centuries-old surroundings and a full pub food and drinks list makes it a straightforward option for a meal, a pint or a night built around one of its regular events.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking
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Menu & Prices
13 dishes · mains £13–23- Short Rib Of Beef£22.50
- Pork Belly£21.00
- Roast Chicken£21.50
- Beetroot Wellington£19.00
- Roast Potatoes£4.50
- Pigs In Blankets£5.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention quirky courtyard decor, flame cooked pizza, drinks on tap and sunday roast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention quirky courtyard decor, flame cooked pizza, drinks on tap and sunday roast.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the atmosphere, from the quirky courtyard decor to seating inside and out with shade. Staff are described as friendly and chatty, and the cider and well looked after beer get mentions. Flame cooked pizza and burgers are called nicely cooked, though one Sunday roast disappointed, with a tiny overcooked chicken and undercooked roast potatoes.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the atmosphere, from the quirky courtyard decor to seating inside and out with shade. Staff are described as friendly and chatty, and the cider and well looked after beer get mentions. Flame cooked pizza and burgers are called nicely cooked, though one Sunday roast disappointed, with a tiny overcooked chicken and undercooked roast potatoes.
Featured reviews
- ShaziCee Ohhh
“First time here, went for food & drinks after meeting my friend. It’s a lovely cosy pub with a double levelled beer garden. Lots of tables outside and really nicely decorated. We were greeted warmly and served quickly by young lady. (It wasn’t busy but it’s away from the high street) We only ordered nachos and calamari starters hence only 4 stars for food because it’s hard to get that wrong. The nachos were fab, we shared it but I could have swallowed the lot by myself! Overall really nice pub and dog friendly too.”
- Bunny Butler (Bunzo)
“Honestly half the staff need to be cut over half the staff were doing nothing and chatting. Could smell the toilets from the bar. Later in the night there was a massive queue for the ladies because a threw up and the staff were (very poorly) cleaning it, it stank, and there was fluids all over the floor and seat. Empty glasses everywhere and most customers were far too drunk . Also the music was hideous”
- Leon Boehmer
“Cool little pub in old Guildford! Lots of drinks and bevs on tap to choose from. Cool atmosphere and lots of shading seating against the sun and unfortunately rain too!”
- Claudio
“If you're looking for some historical vibe to the wonderful city of Guildford, look no further. This is the place to be. Great ales and beautiful setting. Will definitely come back again”
- Bexsi
“Just loved! Great quirky court yard decor, same as inside, enjoyed looking at everything! great ambience, staff were nice and chatty, good service, food was delishious in a fab setting, well done, i highly recommend, will be back when in the area again”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“16th-century drinking establishment with a traditional pub menu and open mic/quiz/curry nights.”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
- Trivia night
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Food at bar
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- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Food
- Trivia night
- Solo dining
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Dining options· 3
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Highlights· 3
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
Location
Bars near The Kings Head
- The Drummond4.51,5470.5 mi
sunday roast, refurbished decor and plants, rear garden
- The Stoke4.21,3070.6 miWheelchair accessible
sunday roast, shuffleboard and board games, pizza
- Wooden Bridge4.31,5101.1 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
chick 'n' mix combo, pool table, karaoke
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings HeadReservations · Outdoor seating | 4.31,646 | — | £20–30 | quirky courtyard decor, flame cooked pizza, drinks on tap |
| The Drummond | 4.51,547 | 0.5 mi | — | sunday roast, refurbished decor and plants, rear garden |
| The StokeWheelchair accessible | 4.21,307 | 0.6 mi | — | sunday roast, shuffleboard and board games, pizza |
| Wooden BridgeReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.31,510 | 1.1 mi | £10–20 | chick 'n' mix combo, pool table, karaoke |
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