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The Smack Inn, Whitstable
Whitstable
CT5 1BJ
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Smack Inn
Small, traditional backstreet pub, partly opened out to leave the front bar and a smaller rear room. However, the split-level rear beer garden is a pleasant spot and larger than the building's interior, with a few more tables being available out front. Just Master Brew (£4.50) available from the bank of four handpumps, but at least that was in good shape.
On 6th October 2023
- rating: 6
[User has posted 8679 recommendations about 8678 pubs]
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E TA left this review about The Smack Inn
A great traditional back street local dating from Victorian times, the name referring to a sailing vessel, not a reference to domestic violence or drugs. It sits in a Victorian terrace just off the high street and has a small outside seating area but no parking. The two original bars have been knocked through to form a single U-shaped bar with a central servery and stripped pine flooring. Fresh crab and oysters are available from the bar., and there are sweetie and ice cream dispensers at the back. It’s a Shepherd Neame pub, but only one ale, Nun’s Delight, was available, though this was in perfect condition. The landlord was welcoming and we had a good chat with the locals. A great find, and I’d definitely come back for a few beers or include in a crawl.
On 7th October 2022
- rating: 7
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john mcgraw left this review about The Smack Inn
An improvement in price compared to the Pearson. A 'bargain ' at only £1.90 a half pint of flat Bishops Finger.
On 28th June 2016
- rating: 2
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- Official site of The Smack Inn - www.smackwhitstable.co.uk
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Chestfield & Swalecliffe, 2.21 miles, 42 min walk (show)
Herne Bay, 4.6 miles, 1 hr 28 min walk (show)
Pub Details
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- Beer Garden : Yes last updated 25 July 2010 by hondo .
- Car Park : No last updated 05 April 2021 by Tris C
- Hot Food : Yes last updated 29 July 2013 by Dave McNally
- Live Music : Yes last updated 05 April 2021 by Tris C
- Micropub : No last updated 05 April 2021 by Tris C
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 25 July 2010 by hondo .
