Fruiterers Arms in Swale

Went for Sunday lunch roast pork was cooked perfectly these were new owners and the food was very good will be going back again soon very good

Fantastic pub service and food was great x great portions and reasonable priced would definitely recommend, I will be returning.

Lovely pub welcoming landlady and landlord food is good we now go on a regular basis would highly recommend it worth a visit

Another amazing lunch at The Fruiterer’s. As always brilliant service, and lovely food with very generous portions. Always have great experiences here and can’t wait to come again.

Good pub food - friendly welcome - dog friendly too. With the dog we sat in the bar at a table. We were comfortable. Recommended.

Very busy, but excellent service and food. Our friends were very impressed, pensioners menu great value. Booked to take different friends next week. A big thank you from Julia

Three of us had an excellent lunch here today. A warm welcome with excellent service during our visit. We opted for the very reasonably priced Seniors lunch menu option which we all agreed was extremely good value. Our food for all three course was beautifully presented, generous portions and nothing was too much trouble. The main menu is also very comprehensive and good value. We shall most definitely be returning and can thoroughly recommend The Fruiterers at Rodmersham.

We chose the Fruiterers for our Christmas lunch , food was great , staff were fabulous, will definitely be going back .

Without a doubt this place has gone down hill . There was only one waitress who was trying to do everything . One of our party ordered a classic burger which came back without any cheese onions or salad . The vegetable were so hard that they could not be eaten . One of our meals did not arrive until after the rest of us had finished .very poor would not go there again .

Been here a 3 times now but every time disappointed. It could be such a lovely little place. Needs updating inside! The land lord and lady wasn’t very welcoming and when ask if we could get some water for the dog that seem liked such a chore. The land lady’s language once she’s had a drink is horrendous! Long wait for food and nachos were the worst I’ve ever had. Missing bit from the burger bun. Also didn’t have everything available on the menu. And pimms with no fruit in. Such a shame as it’s lovely and local but just doesn’t have much going for it.

Popped to this stunning quiet village Walked all around the area and ended up at this lovely friendly pub . We didn’t eat here but had a view of menu so will be back . Sat in the garden and had drinks with our puppy making friends. Garden secured but sadly some adults don th know how to shut gates .

My mum and I had a wonderful Christmas meal here yesterday. The pub was beautifully decorated for the season, the service friendly and the food was amazing!

We visited the Fruiterers Arms as a party of eleven on a works do. The staff dealt with our party of rather merry men in a very attentive and friendly manor. The food was excellent, there was not one complaint from any of us. It's a lovely place and I fully intend to revisit with my family.

This was the first time back for some time. It used to be excellent under previous managements then went downhill badly. So, we stopped going. But we decided to give it a new chance and what a great decision. Under new management and the staff were brilliant and the food was back to its best. Good hearty Pub Grub. We'll definitely be back.

I have visited this pub twice now, for Sunday lunch, with family members. On the last occasion there were 10 of us including two children aged 3 & 1 and two of the party are wheelchair users. On both occasions I’ve visited I’ve been impressed by the quality of the delicious food, the general friendly ambience of the restaurant and the amazing service we have received. I cannot praise it highly enough and would highly recommend a visit.

We’ve lived in the area for over twenty years but tonight was the first time we have eaten in the pub for over 15 years and what an improvement!! Yes, it’s pub food, but good pub food! I had fish and chips which was one of the best I’ve had and the others really enjoyed their meals too. It’s lovely to see the pub come alive again with a darts tournament, foreign visitors and a running club finishing off their route with a pint. Clearly things have changed for the best and this little village pub is on the up. Well done Keisha and Chris

1st time Go in pub it was vary nice got pub garden lots off room nice people chat to sit out side and take the air in nice little shop café post office can have tea coffee not noisy out nice and pleasant to be ther the pub people vary nice and pleasant nice for Family sit out garden or road side grass off wine or beer 🍺🍻 I'm recommend the pub Your Michael the bike stop off

We visited The Fruiterers on a Monday lunch time. Finding any pub open on a Monday is difficult so we were pleased to be able to find somewhere. We went through a side door which looked a bit shabby so I was a bit apprehensive but I’m glad we did. The barman gave us a warm welcome and was highly attentive and couldn’t do enough for us. He really made us feel welcome. It was really busy for a Monday lunch time and had a nice atmosphere. The menu was extensive and featured all of the pub classics. We went for ham, egg and chips and a chicken and bacon pie. There was a bit of a wait for food, I got the feeling that whoever was in the kitchen was doing one meal at a time. However it was definitely worth the wait. Hot, tasty and good portions. Proper pub food done really well. The chips were amazing. I’d love to have tried a pudding but was just too full. We will definitely return.

Food was amazing. Thank you to Sarah for making us all feel welcome and looking after us . You definitely made us laugh , (blue steak 😂). Would definitely recommend

We have visited on numerous occasions over the past 5 months .The new owners have simply transformed this Pub . Always a warm welcome , drink choices have vastly improved. Food is now very pleasant pub grub including a very decent Sunday Roast .

Very nice village pub with restaurant. Typical pub grub, beautifully cooked and delicious. Friendly bar staff who also waited on restaurant tables. Highly recommended and all welcome. Only picture is of dessert, which was delightful 😊

Stopped here for a drink, people we know had been using here for years when it was a quaint village pub but now it is just a pub. Garden could do with cutting the grass so it would be more inviting to sit outside. No atmosphere so it doesn't make you want to stay for a while, just drink up and move on.

Our second visit to this lovely country pub since the new owners took over and again experienced an excellent meal and friendly owners and staff. I had bacon, chicken and leek pie with seasonal veg and my partner had a burger and chips. No complaints...

Booked af short notice for a family dinner after a difficult day. Keisha and Chris treated us so well, listened to concerns about diet and made us totally relax. Welcoming and attentive, just delightful So glad they've taken over the Fruiterer's, the village deserves a...

Having not visited this local pub for a meal for a very long time we decided to try it now new people have taken over. We were pleased we did! The staff were so friendly and helpful. The menu is more of a pub menu...

Short version: Pro’s: Fantastic setting, log fire, very cozy and welcoming, lovely burger, good menu choice. Con’s: Customer service was mediocre, big delay to half the food, some food was basic quality, very pricey for what was served, won’t be returning. Detailed version: Visited for...

Booked a table for family of 6 at 3pm to celebrate Father’s Day. Originally put outside but weather not great si had thankfully been put inside. After table cleared finally sat down at 3,15 but had to wait until 3,45 before food and drinks orders...

Great to be back. Very well organised booking and seating system. Friendly and helpful staff.Felt great to sit in the sun and have a bit to eat and a couple of pints of the black stuff(not the same out of a can) lovely few hours

I used to come here regularly in my youth, and after a 10 year gap, during Covid, have come again to use their 'Pub Office' offering. Despite taking every possibly precaution in these challenging times, the service, the quality, the ambiance, the surroundings confirm to...

A last minute lunchtime visit this Wednesday.a lovely waitress and a delicious lunch. Will definately be revisiting

Great smiling welcome from the staff. Good selection of food ,liver and bacon was lovely. My wife had chicken all very good. Went to pay bill and found out they were still doing the money off until mid September great news. Will be going back.

First time here and will definitely come back, the food was amazing and didn’t take long to come out. The staff were extremely friendly and it’s a very good atmosphere. Had a lovely evening

There were six of us and we had three courses each. Everyone was very happy with the quality of the food; the service was friendly and helpful; and the venue was very clean and tidy. I’d highly recommend it.

Popped in as we were walking by with the dog. Pub is lovely and we were allocated a dog friendly table for lunch. We had a roast each and it was absolutely delicious. Great service and very reasonable prices. Nice atmosphere to relax and rest...

Booked a table in the garden for four on Saturday evening - plenty of room to socially distance. We ordered the food at the bar inside. Staff were very helpful regarding a vegetarian meal. We didn’t have to wait long before the food was brought...

Had a fantastic meal for two on a Saturday. The food and hospitality was exceptional. Lovely country pub, staff were very friendly and helpful and guests were very friendly. 10/10 will go again.

Easy to book for a party of 11 people. Brilliant atmosphere, fabulous food. Service very good and friendly staff. A very enjoyable evening out with friends

We have been thinking about visiting this place for sometime. We got there 12.30pm, 3rd table there, got served quickly. Nice little place. My jacket potatoe had no fault. It was hot, the fillings were spot on. My hubby had the veggie bangers and mash and he said it was beaut. Def a 're visit with the kids is a must.

Had a lovely family meal, everything was spot on and the staff were friendly and courteous. Lamb and mint pie was beautiful.

This is a lovely place to walk into and the bar staff were friendly, attentive and helpful. I'd certainly come back for a drink. However, the food was only OK. It was reasonably priced but the menu is very standard. I ended up having chilli con carne which was solid mince - a few beans, very little moisture and so mild I wondered if the chilli had been left out. It came with some nacho chips and melted cheese that had already hardened into a block by the time it got to the table. Nothing wrong with it but nothing right either. A pity because with a few stand-out dishes on the menu, this could be a fab destination pub.

Arrived on a Saturday lunchtime as a party of 18. The food had been pre-ordered and was quickly brought to the table once we were seated. The menu was varied and reasonably priced. Good sized portions which were well presented. Everyone said that their food was hot, tasty and very filling. Allowed us to pay individually rather than one large bill - very accommodating. Thank you. Would happily eat here again.

nice appealing clean decor , pleanty of room to move around in , ample seating with window views to the outside

A great pub meal, home made and you could tell. Tasty, well presented and hot. We ordered a burger and a pie. Both were presented well, a good but not overwhelming portion size followed by a lemon meringue Sundae. The bar maid was superb, friendly, efficient and the service excellent and not intrusive. A great find.

We took our mum here for her birthday lunch and was not at all disappointed. The food was excellent,very tasty with generous portions. All the food we see come out was mouth watering and we didnt have to wait long either for our food to be served. The staff were very pleasant too. We will certainly be going back there......

Me and my partner consider this pub as one of our favourite places. The perfect place to sit down, chill out and have a drink and a delicious meal in an incredible ambience and atmosphere. There is never any rowdiness, and if you’re looking for an amazing quiet country pub where you can enjoy the atmosphere, this is the best pub for you. Mitch and James are so attentive and will always make sure your drinks are topped up and food is up to standard. They are so friendly and make you feel so welcome. As soon as you walk in you will feel like a local! Could not rave about this pub enough! ❤️❤️ Our most favourite!

We have been to The Fruiterers quite a few times in the past year or so. We always are greeted warmly by the staff. They are accommodating and especially helpful with gluten free options.The menu consists of typical pub grub including pies, steak, chilli, burgers etc.The food has always been cooked and served to a high standard and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them. There is a nice patio area in the rear garden and the pub is situated in the village of Rodmersham, just outside Sittingbourne.

Place to go for friendly astmosphere , fantastic food , excellent menu , thank you Kaius for recommendation

We booked for a Sunday lunch And I must say it was such a lovely It’s a family friendly place The staff were friendly and attentive so we will definitely go back again

My first visit. Thought I would try it although it had mixed reviews and I WAS disappointed. It looked fine on arrival although it lacked ambience. The food is of low quality more like a cheapo national pub chain! I can only agree with the poor reviews on this pub. I will not be visiting again.

Good food, good service in a nice restaurant area that is not crammed with a log burner going. Great.

After family Christmas lunches wherever you have the next meal is a hard act to follow. Well done Fruiterers! My son and daughter in law go there regularly but for me it was the first time, hopefully not the last. We got such a warm welcome and the food was lovely, proper food. I had the Lambs Liver and enjoyed every mouthful. The children were well catered for and the atmosphere was cosy. Most enjoyable.

Just had Sunday lunch today, took my son and daughter in law with grandaughter, saying how w3 hadn’t been there for ages but it was good . Anyway don’t bother , the service is terrible as for the food , it left a lot to be desired frankly, the Yorkshire pudding was stodgy the roast potatoes were soggy , my husband went for the steak and ale pie, well it wasn’t even a pukka pie cheaper version

We have had a couple of catered events at the Fruiterers Arms recently, both have been exceptional. The food they have provided was home made and lovely. The staff are polite and nothing is too much trouble, they were fantastic with our children. There is a warning open fire and lovely garden. I would thoroughly recommend.

Visited the Fruiterers for a family Sunday lunch. Very friendly staff, the food was nice and the beer well kept.

A local pub that offers good reasonably priced food of good quality. Nice atmosphere with a very homely feel, good personal service, I would recommend this pub for a good lunch time menu. Will use this pub again.

I called in for an evening meal as I was staying over the road . The staff were very friendly & I sat near the open fire.

lovely friendly welcoming staff, attentive and accomodating and attentative to clients on entering the premises .

we have a toddler that had to be in bed so ordered takeaway burgers - they plated them up for us as we were staying next door - such a nice gesture! loved the food so much we returned the next night for dinner. has a lovely beer garden. the food was great quality, great service - can't recommend the place enough. thanks for the great hospitality!

This pub looks good from the outside and the quality of beer was good.(so my husband said). Unfortunately that is where it ends. There was little or no atmosphere and the food was second rate for the price. This was my first visit, I won,t be going back.

Having reviewed the Fruits earlier in the year when we found it somewhat lacking, am delighted to report that there has now been a basis change! We've tried it again a few times in the past couple of months and what a difference! A warm welcome. An obvious presence behind the bar. Locals helping out. Young Sunday waitresses so efficient and polite. More people eating there. And the food? Now excellently presented and extremely good. Very reasonably priced too. The Sunday lunch gravy (for us, always the ultimate clue to a quality meal!) no longer thin and greasy but giving the other pubs a run for their money. Well done, Fruiterers' Arms! A great effort!

I have been to the Fruiterers Arms a few times now and not once have I been even slightly disappointed. The food is fresh, delicious, and the portion sizes are just right. We turned up at 17.07 and Kat opened up the back door for us so we could order our drinks and sit outside with them. We were served at the bar by Kat whose customer service is wonderful. When we were ready for our food at 18.00, Mitchell served and again his customer service was brilliant. There was enough of a wait for our food that we knew it was freshly being made but the wait still wasn't too long. When it came out, the onion rings were freshly beer battered, the best I have ever had in my life! The king prawn linguine with chilli had the perfect amount of heat to be spicy but still enjoyable and the chicken melt was enjoyed thoroughly by my husband and looked delicious. The whole evening was wonderful value for money and we cannot wait to come back on a Saturday for steak on a hot plate!

Haven't been here for a long time so was looking forward to a pleasant evening after having read the mostly positive food reviews. Unfortunately will not be going back. Food bland and dry. Dessert menu lacking in imagination. Only positive was the helpful young waitress, a credit to the pub.

Really good food with a nice atmosphere all in all a good family night out. Childrens menu and staff really friendly and accommodating

From the moment we walked in we were welcomed and attended to by friendly and professional bar staff. Whilst waiting for other members of our party to arrive, we were still not overlooked but we're asked if we needed anything.

We have not been to the Fruiterers for a while because we had heared bad reviews but decided that we should experience it once again for our ourselves.

Had a superb lunch with family. 2 children with us, the staff were amazing, food was really lovely and a beautiful environment. Thanks Paris for brilliant service with a smile. Highly recommended.

Visited today to pay the deposit for an event, we waited for the lady to come back (waiter said she had gone out) so we ordered some food whilst we waited, after she returned we went in to pay, the waiter went up to get her only to come back down and say she was too busy on the phone and to leave our number so she could give us a call back! Not good enough. We found this very rude, we came to pay the deposit and discuss the buffet ect. We have now found somewhere else, unfortunately you have lost our custom.

Have just returned home from enjoying another great meal at the Fruiterers Arms. Have tried a variety of meals on their menu now and they've all been delicious, especially the Rodmersham fried chicken! Portion sizes are just right, filling but not over the top, so no waste on our plates! It's a lovely atmosphere in there and the service is brilliant - especially the young man who serves in there, he is one of the reasons we return! Very rare to find such a genuinely polite and attentive person.

Visited a few times recently and the pub and restaurant has really improved over the last few months . I really would recommend giving it a try . Great beer garden for summer too .

1st visit to the Fruiterers Arms, have to say, Fabulous food, warm and inviting. Very personable staff (very friendly).

What a marvellous place! Warm welcome, friendly service and great food. Nothing else I could wish for! Perfect!

Nice old place with a rich history! Heard some cool stories from the barmaid about the building. Came for food and I loved my meal, we had a really sweet young waiter aswell. Drinks aren't cheap but when you're walking distance from home who cares!

We came to the Fruiterers Arms due to a friend recommending them a little while back expressing how the new management has made a real difference and they were not wrong!! The food was not only delicious but served quickly too not leaving us waiting...although it would have been worth waiting for!! We all had a roast and I’ve got to say there wasn’t a part of the meal we could fault, the meat was superb with no “bad” or “tough” bits either; cooked beautifully throughout and the roast potatoes were unreal too! Overall the service was brilliant as we were topped up when need be with drinks, the staff all made sure the experience was as pleasurable as it could be. The price was impressive also considering we had prosecco , beers and a big two course dinner and we was surprised at the cost!

Superb home cooked food, great size portions and the staff are friendly and helpful. Coloring books for kids with a meal is a a nice touch.

We stopped using this place for meals as it was only ever heading downhill quality wise under the previous owners. We thought why not give it another try as it's under new ownership so we went in for lunch last weekend. I had the home...

A quaint village pub, lovely setting, new decor but needs a better welcome front of house and more importantly, a decent chef. Each Sunday we try out a pub in the local area for lunch - so many have upped their game & serve high-quality food. Sadly, serving 'average' doesn't cut it these days. It's a shame to see the place regularly quiet when others nearby are buzzing. New decor alone won't help - the owners need to venture only a few miles to see what can be achieved by a jolly presence behind the bar and a menu of locally-sourced, well-presented meals. It's a fabulous location, raise the cuisine higher than a Weatherspoons and it's a gem once again.

We stayed in Rodmersham Green for several nights this September, and enjoyed the peace and quiet of this village. Of...

very welcoming staff , pleasant , warm excellent food choices and prepared meals. would certainly return again

It was our 43rd wedding anniversary so we took a trip to the local pub,as it was under "new management"...

We came here on a recommendation from a friend, and we are so glad we did! The food was amazing and very clearly homemade. Good portion sizes and good value for money. Yes, the service is a little slow, but that is understandable considering how lovely and fresh the food is and we were in no rush! The staff were lovely, friendly and polite. Great atmosphere, we will definitely be coming back!

Lovely little pub and lovely food Clean and nice atmosphere Will definitely go back!! Lovely staff too!!

The Fruiterers was until recently a nice place to go for a few quiet drinks, somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of pubs in town. Unfortunately several things have ruined what until quite recently was a nice place to have a drink. Firstly, the service is slow, despite it rarely being very busy. Some of the bar staff are also unfriendly and lacking some basic courtesies, such as saying please and thank you. They also play very loud music, much of which is inappropriate dance music. Most recently we decided to leave early and have a drink at home instead because it was too loud and we were

We are local and because of this we feel like we should keep trying and give them another chance. We have been a few times now and each time it has got worse and worse!! Our latest visit resulted in us leaving early- food was quite frankly disgusting. Chips full of grease and the burger horrid. My partner and I left pretty much all of our food and none of the bar staff/waitresses noticed, no money off, no apology - nothing! This will be the last time we eat in the pub. Such a shame, it's in such a nice village/ setting but the food is simply awful. I would much rather travel a bit further and go to the Red Lion at Milstead which has far nicer food!! I would highly recommend avoiding the Fruiterers.

Well we have tried to book several times now and get a message asking us to email, when you want to book you need to know asap seems a bit silly ,also have arrived to make a booking on various occasions and times but only to find the pub not open. Very disappointing as this used to be a great place with a good atmosphere.

Food average, the cost of the meal was the same as in the city so a little expensive!The service was a little better than the last time we ate there!

Booked for a mid week night and despite only a handful of tables being occupied the menu looked very appealing and varied, although several things were not available as the menu is apparently in the process of being changed.

Lovely surroundings and good food, only disappointment was that some items on the menu were not available.

Can not recommend the Fruiterers arm enough after they put on a brilliant BBQ for my husbands birthday. The food and service was outstanding. The garden was great for the number of people and nicely contained for the children to play in

Very unwelcoming pub & the whole place had a overwhelming smell of urine, we could only stay for one drink & had to leave, it was awful

Very disappointed after having a good start it took ages for the main course and when it did arrive it was cold, also food average. The surroundings are great but it's let down on the food also as it was a Sunday you would expect a good desert menu as it's perhaps the one time of the week you spoil yourself but not here. The toilets could do with a refit and some areas need decorating also if all this was improved more people would come.

We popped in on a Friday night and was surprised that there was only 6 people in the restaurant. We were met by Helen who was very welcoming. She explained that they did not have any Scampi. We ordered our drinks and then our food and after a few minutes the drinks arrived but the cider was flat, we were offered a "sample" once they had reviewed the barrel etc, but again this was flat, so we chose an alternative. The starters arrived. Bruschetta was very good. We were then informed that they only had 2 steaks left (we had ordered 3 between the 5 of us). We were offered additional meat with the mix grill to offset the missing steak. Lamb cutlets were very nice. Helen was clearly frustrated but remained professional and in deed saved the day with her attitude and very good customer service. Suggest a review of the stock ordering process as running out of steaks on a Friday, a very quiet one at that, is very disappointing.

My husband and I came for a meal at the Fruiters Arms recently, and it was lovely... relaxed atmospshere, wonderful service from the waitresses, and the food was absolutely amazing! Plus impressive wine selection. A throughly enjoyable evening and I would highly recommend xx

We visited the Fruiterers on Sunday for my wife's birthday for food and drinks with 22 friends and family. The day was made extra special by the Landlady and her staff as the food, service and atmosphere given to us was priceless. We would like to thank you all once again and can not wait for our next group birthday party.

Went for Mothers Day lunch. A warm friendly pub/restaurant. The service was excellent. Food was of a very high quality. For the children there was a very good children's menu reasonably priced. The staff were very attentive and went out of their way to be of assistance.

We ate in the bar as we had coco the dog with us, bar staff very friendly, good menu choice and good size portions at usual pub prices, the restaurant area looks very nice with nicely laid tables so we will return

Visited the Fruiters arms for Sunday lunch with friends today food was lovely plenty of it freshly cooked staff were very friendly and welcoming. The first time we have been there since it changed hands they have a raffle on a Sunday to raise money for a local young girl which we thought was good fun we would certainly recommend this pub to others

Haven't been here since it's changed hands and been renovated. Service was really poor, took 10 minutes to take our order and then 35 minutes before our meals came out. Main meals were nice. Dessert definitely not so. Staff are friendly but I just don't want to wait forever for my meal, or drinks or paying. Would I go back - maybe but definitely won't be my first choice

We visited the Fruiterers on a Saturday afternoon. It's a lovely pub, well decorated with a wood burning stove- excellent. The lady who served us was lovely, really friendly and helpful. The pub was reasonably busy but there were no delays with food or service. Food was great- our boys loved theirs too and all very reasonably priced. Great chicken goujons and I recommend the loaded potatoe skins! Well worth a visit,

Had family meal with six of us. The service was faultless & food extraordinarily good. Pub food can be exceptional and The Fruiterers Arms excelled! So, all in all, we couldn't have celebrated our birthdays better! Well done to them & can thoroughly recommend!

Sunday roast for 3 this afternoon. Food was absolutely tip top, hot, plentiful, clearly fresh and no microwave involved. A children's menu also. I have to focus on the gravy - absolutely gorgeous!! A proper, traditional and flavoursome Sunday lunch. Cannot recommend the place enough. Smashing food coupled with some of the friendliest and attentive staff. Reasonably priced too. Don't drive past.