
Dog & Gun
Quick info
About Dog & Gun
On Lake Rd in Keswick, the Dog & Gun is a pub built around timber beams, with a menu that pairs classic dishes and contemporary additions. Hungarian goulash appears as a recurring traditional recipe alongside steak and ale pie and chicken and ham pie. Burgers include the buttermilk chicken and hot honey chicken versions, with Wednesday set aside as burger day and a pint included. Other options run to chicken shwarma flatbread, halloumi strips on Greek flatbread, and a Sunday roast. Cask ales are served alongside the food. Seating near the fire is available, though tables can be hard to find when the pub is busy. Dogs are welcome throughout.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hungarian goulash, steak and ale pie, buttermilk chicken burger and chicken shwarma flatbread.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hungarian goulash, steak and ale pie, buttermilk chicken burger and chicken shwarma flatbread.
Customer Review Summary
The Hungarian goulash draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers calling it "incredible" and "extremely tasty" and returning to it trip after trip. Close behind, the steak and ale pie and the chicken burgers (buttermilk and hot honey varieties) get repeated mentions as tender and delicious, though one diner found their pie almost meatless and was given a refund after mentioning it. Several describe the place as a "cosy little pub" with a relaxed atmosphere, warmed further by a fire that diners gravitate toward on cold evenings. Staff are called friendly and polite throughout, with one server singled out by name for being personable, though names aren't repeated here. A recurring gripe is the cramped seating when busy, and one visitor's halloumi flatbread arrived pale and cold with an unexpected sweet chilli sauce instead of the toasted result they expected. Even so, most reviewers say they'll keep returning, several noting they've visited on repeat trips to Keswick specifically for the goulash.
Customer Review Summary
The Hungarian goulash draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers calling it "incredible" and "extremely tasty" and returning to it trip after trip. Close behind, the steak and ale pie and the chicken burgers (buttermilk and hot honey varieties) get repeated mentions as tender and delicious, though one diner found their pie almost meatless and was given a refund after mentioning it. Several describe the place as a "cosy little pub" with a relaxed atmosphere, warmed further by a fire that diners gravitate toward on cold evenings. Staff are called friendly and polite throughout, with one server singled out by name for being personable, though names aren't repeated here. A recurring gripe is the cramped seating when busy, and one visitor's halloumi flatbread arrived pale and cold with an unexpected sweet chilli sauce instead of the toasted result they expected. Even so, most reviewers say they'll keep returning, several noting they've visited on repeat trips to Keswick specifically for the goulash.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“A lovely, cosy atmosphere in here, full of friendly faces. Jo in particular, the lady who served us behind the bar, was absolutely fantastic, so personable and charismatic. Sadly we didn’t eat here as we had already eaten, but the food smelled amazing. Will definitely come back to try the Sunday roast, and to see Jo!!”
- Google user
“Great little pub serving good pub grub , we called on a Wednesday & it was burger day & it didn't disappoint & included a pint 😀 great price compared to other pubs , it was very busy , not sure if they do deals on different days but worth a visit ,”
- Google user
“Fantastic local close to where we were staying in Keswick. Had one large Goulash between the two of us and it was grand! Friendly staff and so popular we were lucky to find a table.”
- Google user
“Absolutely gorgeous little pub and some truly tasty food. I was along by myself and just wanted something that wasn't too big or small so had the chicken shwarma flatbread, which I had to stop eating to photograph, so trust me it looked much prettier about 5 minutes earlier. Just too cramped for how busy they are but it can't be helped, and staff are so friendly. From tourists to happy locals it's a great vibe!”
- Google user
“Every year we visit and every year we are not disappointed. The staff are friendly and polite, the ale is kept to perfection and they always have a great choice. The peculiar is our favourite, very tasty. Then we get to the menu, there's something for everyone but you can't go wrong with the Hungarian goulash, traditional recipe and extremely tasty. Give it a try you'll not be disappointed.”
Highlights
“Traditional venue with timber beams, offering a contemporary & classic menu, plus cask ales.”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Dancing
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Highlights· 3
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & GunReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.43,380 | — | hungarian goulash, steak and ale pie, buttermilk chicken burger |
| Bar eS Keswick | 4.71,056 | 0.1 mi | patatas bravas, goats cheese nachos, paloma cocktail |
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