The Dove Freehouse & Kitchen

Being on Broadway Market The Dove can sometimes feel a little like it knows it's got a good thing going on and acts accordingly - a sort of Mike Skinner 'Fit but you know it' type of thing if you will.

But then anywhere with as many Belgian beers as this (over 50!) is a hero to me. Plus the burgers are GOOD and come winter, it's the cosiest pub around.

The Dove is a lovely looking pub, with fantastic decor, and a great selection of beers and drinks. Unfortunately the over zealous security at night seems to be causing a lot of people to choose alternative venues- they are given to barking orders and manhandling people they are unhappy with. Apparently laughing loudly, talking loudly, singing, and standing on the pavement outside without a drink are all forbidden, and you can be banned for these activities. I was charged almost double for the last round I bought there, and the management were not helpful when I tried to resolve this. A shame.

A gem of a pub. There is no shortage of things to drink, makes other places just plain boring. I went in with a friend a couple of weeks ago and was invited in to a Belgian beer tasting - i gave a couple of quid to a charity and they gave me FREE beer and food. The guy who presented it knew all about beer. It was really interesting. Had a great night and been in nearly every week since. The staff are busy but really friendly. The Thai green curry and the Beef carbonnade are my favorite dishes. A tip is to book into the dining room and then you don't have to jostle trying to find a table in the main dining room.

I love this pub. The food is great and reasonably priced. The Belgian beers are amazing, they stock loads of different ciders too. Sunday lunch is a must, great if you are a carnivore or if you are a vegetarian. The only problem is that it is a bit too busy.