Family group of five went for lunch. Great atmosphere! Warm and cosy pub with lovely Christmas lights and tree - plus a log fire blazing away. Lovely kind host, very friendly, and the food was fantastic. We had the dish of the day, which was...a very tasty meat pie made with rump steak and no fat. Also a chicken curry. Large portions, beautifully cooked and really well presented. One of the best pub meals we've had in ages. Tucked away in the countryside but a real treasure.More

Visited on a Saturday night. Online it states that they are open until 11:30. Arrived at ten minutes to ten. ‘Greeted’ by a slightly impatient and mumbling bartender who firstly said it was about to be last orders so we had to be quick, then...thirty seconds later informed us last orders had been and gone. (I suppose that some might be able to forgive his agitation, what with three separate tables to attend to). I asked what time they closed, he said in twenty minutes time (closing time of 10:10?). Not certain about The Local policy on last orders, but I assume that most people are capable of ordering and consuming a drink within 20 minutes. Really squandered a Chartham night out for us. I suggest that they review their closing procedures as well as their customer service. Is this the kind of world we want to live in? The kind of Chartham we want to live in? Last orders pre-ten o’clock? Unnecessary confusion and rancour. Not the kind of welcome community spirit one might seek in an establishment entitled The Local.More

Best curry in Canterbury! Lovely family run business… with very attentive staff. The food was absolutely delicious. We had tapas to start and then curries for main… all of it was so tasty and the flavours were just amazing. Highly recommend this place if you...haven’t tried it! Oh and the Billy Bosch red wine was, well let’s just say, I wish I could have stayed and had a third bottle!!!More

I called at 3 pm on a Sunday on the off chance of a table for 4. They managed to accommodate us without it being an issue, unlike some other places. We had beef and chicken roasts. Even though we were squeezed in the standard...and quantity of the food and service were faultless. Such lovely care taken with the produce, really well done to the cooks/chefs. Imagine eating a really good version of what you could only hope to cook at home, comforting, proper food. The kids had Oreo and kinder bueno ice cream sundaes which made their eyes pop out with joy. Never seen them eat so much. Thank you guys, we won’t be leaving it so long again before our next visit.More

Great food, friendly staff and very reasonable prices. A bonus was the big screen for the football. We enjoyed it so much we returned the day after...

Huge well done to the Local on Thursday evening. 72 hours after the change in licensing law, they had adapted the pub. You need to book a table, face coverings must and we’re worn everywhere until you are seated. As you enter, you scan track...and trace app. Menu is on a QR reader. Obviously with its reputation, curry is a must and last nights beef curry didn’t disappoint, and if you like curry’s, Curry Pizza is amazing (patent it now!) The service as always is so friendly and welcoming, great array of beers and excellent wines, in at the right time last night to test out the draft Pornstar Martini!!!👍 And to make the evening perfect; after the success of EOToHO Scheme, they are offering 25% off the TOTAL bill on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday! Book quick to avoid, We are blessed with this gem on our doorstep that is the heart of the community and is building up a great reputation further afield.More

Sirloin steak, port and red wine pie absolutely delicious. Husband had beef curry which he too said was really tasty. Great value for money. Covid rules adhered to all round.

Just recently moved to the area so decided to try the local and we were not let down great atmosphere and the staff are superbly friendly great family / community feel .... the pint was very well pulled and the food divine we will Be...back more often!!!More

I have been running pubs for 30 years. I would say I have a fair idea of what a good pub is. I have also lived in Chartham for 20 years. I can safely say The Local is a very good pub. The pub has...an excellent range of beers and ales. It also has great wines and spirits too. However, tonight that was by the by as I had a takeaway. Our pizzas were superb. The residents of Chartham are very lucky to have such a good "local"More

During lockdown during to this covid 19, the Local is suppling a take away service which is excellant and also value for money

the food here is good to eat in or take away. As we are local to the Local, we tend to have take out from here. The curry and indian starters are particularly good

Our first time visit at The Local and we had a super meal the atmosphere was great and the landlord and staff were excellent. We will definitely be back again soon