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The Dock Inn, Penzance
Penzance
TR18 4BD
Reviews (Current Rating Average: 7½ of 10) see review guidelines
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Dock Inn
Good Beer Guide 2021 Entry.
A real mixture of punters - workers from the docks, old boys, tourists who have booked rooms, ramblers.
A top level bar with a real fire is prime location. Down some steps and some nice ox-blood chesterfields and tables laid out for dining. Outdoor smoking terrace around the back.
Lovely welcome, good service, dog friendly and a decent first pint of Potion Number 9 from Penzance Brewery.
On 7th December 2020
- rating: 8
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E TA left this review about The Dock Inn
The pub is still much as described by others, below. The smoking shelter at the back is quite malodorous, a shame given that it is necessary to traverse this when using the B&B facilities outside opening hours. There is a very limited amount of parking at the front. Food was freshy cooked and good value and they were very helpful in providing a doggy bag when asked. The accommodation was basic but good enough for a night. Three ales on draught – Doombar, Spingo IPA and one I forgot to note down. The beer was in excellent condition, justifying the GBG entry, and I’d be very happy to come back here.
On 3rd November 2020
- rating: 7
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James Joines left this review about The Dock Inn
Friendly place with a mix of cosy chairs and more formal tables and chairs for eating. Drawn in by Slingo being available along side Doom Bar. Some tables outside and a small area at the rear for drinking and smoking.
Food in the evenings.
Accomodation available.
On 16th May 2011
- rating: 7
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Kernow Walker left this review about The Dock Inn
Any trip to PZ demands a visit to the Dock. Full of atmosphere and friendly locals and with good beer and cider. In the last couple of years they have tarted up the lower room and now do posh nosh....which I find a little out of synch with the bar area.
Good outdoor seating with live music at times.
On 21st April 2011
- rating: 8
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Andy Carter left this review about The Dock Inn
Excellent pub with a great atmosphere. Sells Spingo beer from The Blue Anchor in Helston!
On 30th August 2009
- rating: 8
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Quinno _ left this review about The Dock Inn
Popped in purely on the strength of the availability of the Spingo Ale (sourced from the Blue Anchor in Helston). Inside we were met by a heavy nautical theme (check out the old nicotine-stained maritime maps plastered across the wall in the back bar), a bearded barman who could well have been Jethro's brother and a raucous game of poker. I did worry briefly that we'd stepped into proper locals territory.
Fortunately the Spingo was in decent nick and we got some good banter from the poker players when we started playing Pass the Pigs. Although it was a relatively quiet midweek night out of season, I could imagine this place would pack in some real atmosphere at the weekend. Two ales in total, the other being Doombar, competitively priced for the area.
If you're looking for an unusual beer and a bit of banter just outside the immediate town 'strip' of pubs, you could do a lot worse than pop in here for a couple of Spingos.
On 14th April 2009
- rating: 7
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Roger Button left this review about The Dock Inn
As the name suggest, you'll find this pub just off the working harbour and plays strongly on its maritime location. The interior is awash with nautical clutter in honour of all things that sail or sink; ensigns, figureheads, shipwreck charts, model ships, maps, numerous boat photos etc. Note the photo of 4 lads to the right of the bar – the one on the right is a very young Jethro and to his left, his brother who apparently owns the pub.
The main bar is small, cosy and like much of the pub throughout, is basically furnished. There is a central area with a couple of sofas in front of an open fire and small TV for those who prefer a bit more comfort. The large rear section contains a pool table, further seating, widescreen TV, cash machine, upright piano and a tsunami settle (don't ask). The walls are plastered with old maps and charts. A patio to the side has some outside seating and a couple of portaloos.
Service was friendly albeit a bit sluggish on my first visit (staff promptly apologised). 3 hand pumps but only 2 ales available, Doom Bar (£2.70) and the excellent Spingo (£2.90) making a rare awayday appearance from its Helston source. The banned list of 20 or so names (including 2 lifers) show that they have made efforts to keep the unruly element away (and it is a large element if you go into town on a Saturday night) and on both my visits during the week I was here, the atmosphere was relaxed and civilized with unobtrusive music and everything centred on conversation. They don't do food but you are welcome to bring your own.
Overall, this was one of my favourite pubs in Penzance and it is worth notoing that it stays open long after its Dolphin neighbour shuts.
On 19th March 2009
- rating: 8
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Steve Thorpe left this review about The Dock Inn
Probably the best pub in Penzance. Sharps Doom Bar always good too
On 30th October 2006
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