Kent has some fantastic Gastro Pubs, but if you’re going to spend your hard earned cash on a meal out you’ll want to make sure it’s worth it. This Gastronomer guide to The Best Gastro Pub Food in Kent features our view on the best GastroPubs across Kent…
From quaint village boozer to GastroPubs with Rooms Kent is packed with fantastic GastroPubs (3 have Michelin Stars) but there’s something for every foodie in this selection of the best GastroPubs in Kent. Menus range from classic British pub grub to innovative European and World cuisine – there’s also some of the best traditional Sunday Roasts you’ll find anywhere in Kent…
The Kentish Hare
Bidborough, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The Kentish Hare in Tunbridge Wells has won a variety of awards including two AA Rosettes, a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2021 and most recently voted number 5 in the Estrella Damm Top 50 GastroPubs awards.
The Sportsman
Seasalter, Kent
The Sportman at Seasalter near Whitstable has held a Michelin Star since 2008, so consistency is guaranteed. Along with an a la carte menu, there’s a daily five course Tasting Menu comprised of small, seasonal dishes which showcase the local environment.
The Poet at Matfield
Kent
The Poet at Matfield is an unassuming-looking GastroPub providing refined food in an informal setting with a menu using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director, Lee Adams.
Bowleys at The Plough
Trottiscliffe, Kent
Jointly owned by 120 villagers of Trottiscliffe, The Plough in run by The Yates family, led by Head Chef Alex Yates and his wine merchant father, David Yates. The small, but ambitious 26-cover restaurant, offers a concise menu of carefully crafted, classic dishes.
The Stile Bridge
Marden, Kent
Don’t expect your average British GastroPub from The Stile Bridge – South American chef Oscar Fonesca takes British produce on a holiday, from Colombia to India to Japan, cooking on an open fire and seasoning with charcoal. But yes, there is a Sunday Roast!
The Bridge Arms
Bridge, Canterbury, Kent
The Bridge is another Michelin Star GastroPub situated around 10 miles from the coast just outside Canterbury. Menus showcase the very best of British produce and are produce driven, focusing on seasonality and provenance.
The Best GastroPub Food in Kent!
The Fordwich Arms
Fordwich, Kent
The third of Kent’s Michelin Star GatsroPubs is The Fordwich Arms. With a seasonal menus focusing on provenance and showcasing the best of local Kentish ingredients, sourced directly from local farms and producers.
The Plough Inn
Stalisfield, Faversham, Kent
Situated between Faversham and Charing, The Plough Inn has a 2 AA Rosette menu stuffed with old favourites alongside creative and contemporary dishes, with everything prepared onsite.
The Milk House
Sissinghurst, Kent
The Milk House is a former coaching inn in the heart of the village of Sissinghurst that has a bustling restaurant which sources as much as possible from the artisan and local producers on their doorstep.
The Dog At Wingham
Kent
The Dog At Wingham is a Top 50 GastroPub award winning Pub with Head Chef Robert Mantegna and his team hand selecting the finest local ingredients to serve spectacular seasonal dishes like polenta with parsley sauce, wild mushroom risotto with summer black truffle and pan fried cod with buttered beans.
The Dove at Dargate
Faversham, Kent
The Dove at Dargate is a beautiful Gastropub set in the heart of the Kent countryside but just 15 minutes drive from Faversham, Canterbury and Whitstable. Run by Head Chef William Shenow-Brady and Manager Sophie Webb since 2018 The Dove offers an award winning menu of fresh seasonal and local produce.
The Chequers Inn
Smarden, Nr. Ashford, Kent
Set in the village of Smarden near Ashford, the 14th-century Chequers Inn offers a seasonal a la carte menu from Wednesday to Saturday along with daily specials with a traditional Sunday roast menu.
We hope this guide to the Best GastroPubs in Kent has had your mouth watering and maybe even lead to a Foodie break of your own. There’s lots more where that came from with over 200 Foodie places to stay in England in the Gastronomer directory. So for the latest Foodie articles, offers and places to stay, please keep checking back, follow us on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter and sign up to our email newsletter for Foodie Offers & Deals.
