Dogs Head Pub in Bishops Stortford

18 Market Square, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3UU

About This Pub

Ah, the Dogs Head in Bishop's Stortford – it's one of those pubs that just feels like a proper local hangout, you know? From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, the food really shines with their unique burgers and sharing plates that hit the spot after a long day, and it's brilliant how they roll out the red carpet for dogs with extras like free water and snacks. The atmosphere is spot on too, with live music, DJ sets, and sports playing, plus that shuffleboard for a bit of cheeky competition – it's easy to see why folks keep coming back for the good times. On the flip side, it can sometimes come across as a tad self-servicey, especially when it's not busy, so you might not get that warm, attentive service every visit, and a couple of reviews mentioned the grub being just okay rather than outstanding. Overall, though, with a solid 4.4 rating and plenty of positive vibes, it's a great shout for anyone in the area looking for a welcoming spot to grab drinks, catch up with friends, or even host a small event – just keep in mind it might be more your speed in the evenings when things liven up.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The food here is spot on, with standout burgers and pub classics that are fresh and tasty – perfect for a casual bite with mates.
It's super dog-friendly, offering free water and snacks for your furry friends, which makes it a welcoming spot for pet owners.
The atmosphere is buzzing with live music, DJ nights, sports on the telly, and even a shuffleboard for some fun entertainment.
Staff are polite and efficient, adding to that friendly pub vibe, and they've got a great selection of drinks from craft beers to cocktails.
Good value for money, especially with the range of options on offer, making it a solid choice without breaking the bank.

Cons

It can sometimes feel a bit like self-service, so you might miss out on that personal touch from the staff during quieter times.
The food is alright, but it might not wow everyone – a few folks found it just average in taste, like the cod wrap.
Places can be quiet off-peak, which might make it less lively if you're after a vibrant crowd.
With standard opening from midday, it might not suit early birds looking for a morning pint.

Contact Information

18 Market Square, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3UU

+441279501868

Pub

Open Now

Opening Hours

Monday (Today)	12:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	12:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	12:00 - 23:00
Thursday	12:00 - 23:00
Friday	12:00 - 00:00
Saturday	12:00 - 00:00
Sunday	12:00 - 23:00

Location

Recent Reviews

Went for a quiz night, well attended, good bar food, staff polite and efficient

nigel vickery

Nice pub , good layout so you don't need to watch or hear the football on one side etc. Popped on Saturday for quick drink , ended up having cod wrap , which I was pleasantly surprised of how nice it was. Good pub

Chris Crawley

Went for lunch, it was quiet , no other customers were there except us, staff were friendly but it was more like a self service restaurant, so I could not comment on their service cos there was simply none 😅, food was okay, I had cod goujons wrap with chips, taste was average, when ordered food we were told there was no fish & chips, which was originally our first choice of food. Despite the restaurant wasn’t busy, it took quite a while (15-20mins) for the food to come, the overall dining experience was just okay to average. Maybe it would be nicer if you only come for a drink in the evening.

Sui W

Good food and ambience… great friendly service. Relatively good value too, which is important in this current climate. Had the burgers and nachos here, both of which are good… and importantly fresh. Big selection of drinks and beers on tap too. Now my goto pub in the town as a good step up from all those around it.

Bobby Shek

The food is the best pub food that I have tried in Bishops Stortford so far! We took our puppy there and the puppy was provided with free water and snacks. I love here!

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