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Splendid refuge from the plastic keg palaces that masquerade as pubs. I drank the Bass, (from the cask), and also the St. Austell Tribute both of which were pretty good in this wonderful old place. On the Saturday evening when I visited there was a varied, friendly and lively clientele but not a sign of trouble. I can thoroughly recommend it!
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What a pub should be. Down to earth, unfussy and old fashioned. Don't want to drink beautifuuly kept Bass from the barrel? Go somewhere else - 'coz that's what they do here. It's a genuinely friendly place and it's got atmosphere in spades. A mecca for proper pub goers and ale lovers who shun loud juke boxes and the outlets nearby that peddle silly alco-pops to the barely legally aged drinkers who inhabit so much of the Barbican. Three cheers for the Dolphin, long may it remain unchanged.
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Quiet friendly pub that looked like pubs used to be before themes became the rage. The staff were friendly and the Bass well received.
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What other pub can you go to and sing with three complete strangers, get your fortune read, have a robust discussion about absolute nonsense and get Bass straight form the barrel? In my experience, only this one.
Notably, where other pubs on the Barbican need bouncers on the door, it is interesting to note that the Dolphin has none.
Long may it remain that way.
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I absolutely adore this pub! You will never find a place more full of character(s) and good times. The regulars from Flossy to Alan to Garth to Derek can never be forgotten! I miss those Sunday night visits from the Birdman and his ever changing repertoire. The staff are a riot - cheers to you Nicky! Where else could you go to a pub at 20, 50, or 80, and leave with a smile on your face. Enjoyed by journalists, politicians, fishermen and blue-collar workers alike!Concrete floors, a fireplace, a stained-glass window and Bass out of the barrel...what else could you ask for?
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Basic, unpretencious but a really great pub! very little aggro for a pub on the Barbican, the Landlord Billy usually props up a stool at the far end of the bar and keeps an eye on what is happening! The Bass from the cask is unbelievable and should be tried, all ages drink in this hostelry and it shouldn't be missed off a crawl along the barbican. This is what Plymouth pubs are all about, I haven't been in for a while but i understand that Billy has had the upholstery refurbished, it's about time really, but the decor hasn't changed and nor should it, this is an old boy of a pub that shouldn't be changed or regulated! happy drinking!!!
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Wonderful pub. The Bass has always been absolutely superb when I have been in. I don't live in Plymouth any more, but every time I go back, I always go to the Dolphin. Long may it remain just as it is.
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Went in fora quick one very ordinary no bones about it ale and staff very welcoming
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Nothing wrong with The Dolphin at all, still full of characters and still the best pint of Bass in the country. Been popping in off and on for over 20 years and nothing really changes.
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my grandmother used this pub in the 1920's after a day gutting fish, when ever i'm back it's the only pub to drink. simply the best
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Quite simply Paradise on Earth
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Basic, but unpretentiously honest with it. Rivaling the mighty Thistle and Minerva, this is the benchmnark by which all Plymouth's pubs should be judged. Even my mum's been here and liked it, and she's quite fussy about pubs!
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Traditional basic boozer, apparently the only unspoilt pub on The Barbican. Popular with all, not just fishermen. Note the splendid old Octagon Brewery stained glass windows. Apparently The Tolpuddle Martyrs visited here in 1832. The beer to drink in this pub is Draught Bass, straight from the barrel. This is a basic pub and, as such, might not appeal to younger visitors, but it's more than OK by me. Highly recommended
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ALL A BIT OUT OF DATE AS HARDLY ANY FISHERMEN USE THIS PUB ANYMORE
anonymous - 17 Jun 2005 14:10 |
A great pub. Excellent staff, friendly regulars.My idea of what a good pub should be.The fireplace is a nice touch. Great Bass!
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Went back here at Easter and realised how truly great this place is. Possibley the best pub in Plymouth. The concrete floor is a touch of genius.
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Smokey Joes on Quay Road serves all its Beer straight from the Barrels behind the bar !!!
chris - 4 Mar 2004 13:19 |
Beryl Cooks favourite battle cruiser - that's gotta count for something. A truly old school boozer.
Good for: Bearded fisherman
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Brilliant little pub on the harbourside in Plymouth's barbican. The only place I know that serves Bass from barrels behind the bar. The Bass is absolutely superb!
Nicholas - 11 Sep 2003 05:33 |
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