The Royal Standard is a 400 year old family run Palmers pub right on the seafront in beautiful Lyme Regis, Dorset, next to the famous Cobb (both seen in this photo). The beach side pub has been passed down within the same family since 1993 with a little refurbishing here and there but the traditional characteristics of the pub remain the same.

In 2018, the daughter of the Landlord took over with her Greek husband (who is conveniently a trained chef, which is where the Greek influence on the menu comes from). The Royal Standard is one of the flagship pubs for local brewers, Palmers brewery, which has been brewing fine real ales since 1794.

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Tony Wheeler

Dec 26, 2021

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A great pub in my experience. On a brisk winter day sitting by the fire next to the sea having a beer .... do I have to go on ?
We have visited over the last few years. The food is excellent pub food but with a Greek specials menu .

Richard Weeks

Dec 23, 2021

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What a lovely day we had in Lyme Regis today. Amazing weather meant we were able to sit outside the Royal Standard and enjoy a really top quality lunch. My Wife's crab sandwich was excellent, my Daughter loved her feta parcels and my broccoli, pea and halloumi (i think), soup of the day, with pork belly croutons, was amazing. The service was immaculate and the Palmers 200 beer was fresh and tasty. Without a doubt, one of the best lunches ever.

Paul Cowie

Dec 01, 2021

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Tried the Greek specials Stifado beef and Souvlaki both very nice, with good portion sizes. Be warned though, they do run out of the specials, 3 were sold out on the day we visited

Brian Buckland

Oct 30, 2021

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Nice selection of meals. Several Greek recipes. The ones we tried were excellent. Also the burgers were very good. Tables reasonably spaced inside and patio protected by netting to ensure seagulls can't steal.

Mel Stonebridge

Oct 23, 2021

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We had a lovely Greek style lunch , sitting undercover at an outside table. The food and service were excellent and will definitely be back.

Michelle Lopez

Sep 28, 2021

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Gorgeous little seafront establishment we came for the day and sat enjoying our drinks for nearly an hour great choice of food too on the menu will definitely return loved lyme regis. 10/10 from us. Michelle and Ian Fisher. x

Simon Conroy

Sep 23, 2021

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Seated and served quite quickly for a late season Saturday night and no booking. Drinks were served immediately. Mains took about fifteen minutes.
I had mussels. They were served with fantastic bread. A rather generous portion of tidy tasty local shells with not a single one closed. A little let down by the broth, not that it would prevent me from ordering it again. Friends had fish and chips and chicken burger both of which were pretty good.
We're sat outside, under cover. A little chilly being right on the seafront.
In conclusion, a nice spot that I shall use again.

Dawn Dye

Sep 16, 2021

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Lovely food , we've been twice its a great place staff very nice and helpful

Andy Green

Sep 09, 2021

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Great food and absolutely outstanding service. Every member of staff made an effort with all customers regardless of whether they were serving them or not. Really glad we chose there on our day out.

Emma Stringer

Aug 25, 2021

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We've visited this fab place for years.
The menu has changed over the years with the Greek influence. I love Greek food, but we personally visit for the seafood. And this time felt there was less of the beautiful seafood and more Greek choices. Which I imagine through the non tourist season is an absolute winner.
This year was a little different, still covid safe, so quiet but a little strict. I felt. I understand why, especially with roudy customers. But I just stepped in for a menu when there was none outside and felt I'd be naughty.
All that aside. As always, the food was just fab. Whitebait

James

Aug 01, 2021

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Great service, wonderful food. Greek theme is nice, still British food available. Vegan options are good! Highly recommend. Price is very reasonable. On tap beer selection and some non-alcoholic ones too.

Kevin Walker

Jul 20, 2021

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Greek food excellent friendly staff seated near enough straight away really enjoyed

Sal

Jun 29, 2021

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Delicious mackerel mains, disappointingly tough baklava puddings and forgotten drink. Although it was a busy evening and lots of customers, we felt they could have done better. Enjoyable evening anyway. Worth a try.

Simon Bartlett

Jun 14, 2021

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We called in here on a Saturday evening and only had to wait a couple of minutes for a table outside. A great menu with a definite Greek theme. Really good homemade food. Service was just on the right side of slow.

Ian Holton

Oct 01, 2020

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Really enjoyed our meal here. The whole pub felt safe and welcoming despite covid, Staff very attentive, friendly and not overbearing. Food was perfect well presented and priced fairly. Was really impressed with my fish pie which was very fresh tasting. Asked for no dressing on salad and that was how it came. Very clean interior. Only downside was drinks were a bit pricey but we were only having one each so overall price was as expected including the meal. Recommended.