Dylans at The Kings Arms

I had a disappointing experience at this pub restaurant. Despite the upscale pricing, the quality and service didn't match. The place didn’t open on time, which was frustrating, especially since we had planned our visit based on the posted hours. When we finally got in, we ordered a bottle of wine that was both overpriced and underwhelming. The quality was poor, and it felt like no care had been taken in storing or selecting it. For a place charging premium prices, I expected much better service, presentation, and product knowledge — especially when it comes to wine. if you're paying restaurant or pub prices for a bottle, you absolutely deserve proper service. You’re not being unreasonable to expect that. Unfortunately, I can’t recommend it based on this visit. There’s a lot of potential, but major improvements are needed in service consistency, wine selection, and value for money.

Amazing food just incredible. Great care goes into every dish . Without doubt the best restaurant in St Albans. Steak here is divine

This place was amazing, the historical building combined with lovely food and welcoming staff really set the mood. Food arrived very hot so be patient and don't let the excitement overcome and devour to quick without repercussion. I had the chicken roast, which was cooked perfectly. I've never been a fan of potato but I will still eat if fancied, so when tucking in to the roasted potatoes, it took me to my special place with a triple cooked, crunchy exterior, soft centred pure delight of a potato. We also had cauliflower and cheese, some veg with gravy.... all in all... certainly recommend!

Food was amazing and great atmosphere! Also dog friendly so our dog enjoyed nice Saturday lunch with us😊 Definitely want to visit again!

Food, service and atmosphere are all sensational. We had Sunday lunch and it was fabulous. Give me 14 of them. Every bit of the dish was just perfect. I'd say the lamb was better than the pork. The deserts were also great. Price is a bit high but no complaints because of how great everything was.

This was our second visit to Dylans after a 3 month wait for a Sunday reservation. No surprise as to why it's so popular, both the pork belly and the beef were delicious. Portions are generous with plenty of veg, roast potatoes and cauliflower cheese included. Looking forward to going back!

Okay I have to admit I was going for the Scotch eggs at first when I saw they had them on the menu. I was blown away at the Hand Dived Orkney Scallop in Garlic butter as well as the Grilled Sourdough and Burnt Onion Butter along with the Scotch egg. All 3 were delicious. We decided to order the special of the the Lamb chops with a delicious crispy potatoes and a mint chimichiuiri sauce that was made in house. What a meal to remember paired nicely with a glass of a White Wine with the starters then Red Wine with the mains. We finished with the Dairy Cow Sticky Toffee Pudding and Salted Caramel Ice Cream we liked that it wasn't sweet like the desserts in the US. 10/10 meal!

Had the most wonderful afternoon celebrating my birthday here. Despite the fact that our table grew in size (almost double!) the team couldn’t have been more accommodating in moving us from the restaurant to the bar area. The food arrived bang on time, and was plentiful. Everything was perfectly cooked, seasoned, piping hot and absolutely delicious! All of my guests commented that it was truly exceptional food with service & ambience to match. Huge thanks to all of the team for a wonderful afternoon & evening. Keep doing what you do - you do it brilliantly!