Kinghams in Guildford

No LONGER a first class lunch at Kinghams. Great service in idyllic surroundings. Hey Jack I shall NOT be making further visits with business colleagues and friends. UPDATE 12 AUGUST 2022. SADLY WE NO LONGER VISIT THIS WONDERFUL RESTAURANT Reason... I would always go for the Steak on the menu but it is not to be found on the menu anymore. My partner suffers a fish allergy so that rules out much for her. My friends say let's go to Kinghams for lunch and we have to say NO. I Used to love lunch there with friends but it's not my sort of dining anymore such a shame that an English Restaurant does not offer a decent steak anymore. And I'm NOT going Veggie. But good luck to you all for some great memories. Sadly the response from the management did not answer my question so have down graded my score.

Great food. Fantastic service from an efficient and friendly team. Atmosphere was like a library though and the menu felt like it was stuck in 1990. It was all perfectly and beautifully prepared and tasted absolutely first rate, but there was a feeling that this was the same menu that was being served there when it opened 35 years ago.

Kinghams is our favourite restaurant. We are always made very welcome and the service is second to none. The dishes are very creative but the flavours go beautifully together.

Wow. We did not expect this level of quality. We had four different courses each (so tried 8 in total) and all were delicious. Particularly recommend the duck liver parfait and the alaska for dessert. Also really well priced. The service was excellent, the place cozy and picturesque, and we had a fantastic time. Really recommend to anyone in the area!

It was our first visit and we loved it. The restaurant itself is charming and the food was delicious and very good value. The staff were all very friendly and efficient and the atmosphere was perfect. We will be returning soon!

We love it here! Food and service are both great and it is handily located halfway between us and our friends for a leisurely lunch. We especially like the space on the round tables, which makes conversation much easier and the relaxed but professional service by the staff. Its nice to have a special place we can rely on for catch ups with good friends.

Outstanding, exceptional service and food. Meal was sandwiched between two birthdays and the day of an anniversary and the business made us feel special. The food is well thought through and it allows you to dine in style at a great price midweek.

Good luncheon concept …..Tasty food with a difference…. Sensible portions. Great value. we’re already planing a return visit and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend

A really lovely menu, and impeccable service in historic building. I only wish I had have realised could get better value during the week Monday-Thursday as portions are on the small side for a la carte but we really enjoyed our meal in this beautiful village.

A must go. We are regulars. An intimate place, great food, atmosphere and service.

Food quality, presentation, service, wine pairing 10/10. A little gem in Shere in the surrey hills.

What a lovely restaurant, The team were excellent, efficient, friendly and so polite. The gentleman who welcomed us on arrival was so welcoming and friendly. We booked for vegan food, four tasty course and weren't disappointed. Tasty freshly cooked vegan food and no fake produced products. The main course and rice pudding were exceptional. I would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone. We particularly liked the umbrella fountain at the front of the premises. Unfortunately we forgot to take photos.

Examplary. A superb meal with excellent food and faultless service. Very possibly the best restaurant in Surrey and beyond.

As always a very wonderful treat to dine here. The food is always stunning. The atmosphere is intimate and classy and the staff make you feel very special.

It’s difficult to know exactly where to start with this exceptional old English 17th Century restaurant with the Kitchen run by a decorated Chef of Moroccan origins, affectionately nicknamed as “Moz”. His CV is amazing including Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons, The Mirabelle, Sonny’s and The Langham Hotel. It’s nested into some beautifully picturesque Surrey countryside in Shere. Given its well deserved fine dining reputation, combined with not having an excessive number tables available it’s important to book ahead. In the summer months there is more availability as there are tables outside for Al Fresco dining. For those worried about parking there is a carpark which has a reasonable amount of space and when we went at 8 pm, on a weekend, we were able to get parked. When we entered Kingham’s we were greeted in very friendly manner and taken to our table immediately. We had a very good Waitress who was attentive and helped us through ordering proffering some suggestions. By this time we were aware that the general ambience was very positive with a really buzzy atmosphere. The menu choice was wide and varied, some might say limited in choice but that wasn’t our impression or experience as their menu has been designed as 4 lighter course allowing you to enjoy more flavours to enhance your dining experience. Each course (of 4) had four choices within each course, as follows; To Begin (Starter) The In-Between (Second starter/mini Main) To Follow (Main course) and … To Finish (Dessert) Some Reviews go through the menu in some detail but suffice to say that everything not only looked absolutely amazing but the flavours virtually exploded in your mouth. Each course was beautifully presented and delicious. Highlights are genuinely hard to identify. But before your Food was brought out they gave us a Freshly baked, warm and rustic boule with flavoursome butter which just added more to the dining experience. For Wine we had a bottle of their Adobe Reserva Merlot which was very smooth but their Wine list is absolutely amazing. It has some great partnership deals with local distillers, including the infamous Silent Pool and Albury Vineyards. This meal was a special occasion for My Wife plus we wanted somewhere extra special as our Son and daughter in law were joining us. But the quality of the food, service, décor, surroundings and overall ambience made for a perfect fine dining experience. We left the Restaurant feeling royally looked after so full marks. We cannot recommend Kinghams highly enough.

Lovely location in a quaint village in the Surrey Hills - beautiful drive from South London. Lovely and cosy inside with good food and service A few things could be improved - Table not ready when we arrived! I had the cold soup (made with milk I believe) It was wonderful on a hot evening but only 2 scallops on the other starter and the duck parfait did not go with the brioche bun. Mains - Great Beef Wellington but the duck was skimpy (only one slice) and the crispy duck leg in pastry was overcooked and hard. Deserts were great So just short of a 5* review

A family favourite, the best restaurant around Guildford! Always exceptional service and superb seasonal food.

The vegetarian options weren't very good but a nice selection of wines though

Amazing service and food as always. Loved every bit of it. We came for our anniversary. This was our anniversary. Thank you very much.

Beautiful location . Sat outside under the pergola on a lovely sunny day. Very welcoming and friendly staff. The four course lunch was amazing and the best food we have had in Surrey in a long time and such good value. Thank you Kinghams

Amazing food. Great lunch with colleagues. Lovely setting.

Cannot recommend enough. Outstanding service, incredible food and a beautiful, quintessentially English country setting. Simply amazing experience.

Came during a torrential downpour that flooded part of the premises. The evening was thus slightly slower on the kitchen side of things which was understandable. Heck, if a Masterchef challenge was "Can you still cook to the required standard after you deal with a flood," at least we know it's doable! There are certainly aspects that hold this establishment back from michelin-star territory, but the friendly service isn't one of them. Even after having to muck in and deal with the flooding, it was still warm, friendly and helpful. The mark deducted for atmosphere was just that- it is a tad stuffy/warm in the main dining area that made it uncomfortable to the point we asked to move to the converted area just outside (which wasn't an issue at all) Judged against the midweek treat prices, it's pretty good value for this type of dining. That said, I'm not sure I would come back for the full price menu- reference made to the lamb which, although delicious and faultless, as nevertheless just a single sausages worth of meat. We will be back - hopefully with better weather!

The best meal I have had for a long long time. Four courses beautifully presented with exquisite tastes, quite small portions but very rich so absolutely enough. Very nice staff with pleasant surroundings. Quite a small menu but I prefer it that way rather than having many options and not doing them to this standard. Will I be going again - definitely as don't like going into London for what I presume is called 'Fine Dining'.

Fabulous lunch. 1st time visitors, will be back. Beautiful old building. Restaurant has a real cosy, intimate feel. Food amazing (4 course lunch menu) staff so friendly & welcoming.

Very friendly and welcoming. Excellent, seasonal, locally sourced food, perfect for a celebration meal.

This restaurant from beginning to end is an experience to be had. The staff are warm and welcoming and have an excellent knowledge of food and accompanying wines..please use them for suggestions. We recommend eating all 4 courses to get the maximum dining experience and clearly enjoy all the flavours and the expertise of these obviously excellent chefs… The food was outstanding and excellent value for money. We would definitely revisit when in the area. A real gem in the area…cannot wait for a revisit

What an amazing time we had last Saturday at your restaurant. Head chef Moz, General Manager Jack, along with Chris and the rest of the team you provided an exceptional experience and are outstanding at what you do. You catered for 42 people at our son’s wedding, from the moment we arrived to the champagne reception and canapés, to the unbelievable 4 course meal, all will remain memorable for ever to complete an amazing day. The service and warm friendly atmosphere made us feel as though we were part of your family. Thank you is not enough to express our gratitude and just how much this meant to us all. You made the day run so smoothly and we know that Ryan and Jennifer had the most magical time. Thank you

My partner and I shared 2 starters, 2 seconds, and one main. The dishes were all cooked perfectly and the service was spot on.

Lovely cosy atmosphere, food was delicious and reasonably priced for the quality you get!

Fantastic eveing meal at Kinghams. Service was impeccable, and the food exquisite. Highly recommended

So please to have a wonderful vegan lunch with our friend who had a fish dish all delicious.

Wow! spectacular as always! Expected nothing less and kinghams delivered as always! Staff friendly and attentive. Perfect food and service. Kinghams you should be supper proud! Well done! Thank you Chris and Tommy for your service! We will name our coffees after you - Chrosoffee and Tomoffee!

This was our first visit to Kinghams Restaurant. We came to lunch mid-week in order to celebrate our daughter's milestone birthday. The restaurant was very quiet as no other guests were in the dining-room throughout our meal. Warm welcome, but sadly no mention of the birthday in the initial greeting. The food was excellent and well-presented. I can recommend the mackerel starter and panna cotta dessert. Portion-size was just right for me. Service was attentive and efficient. Finally, with our daughter's baked Alaska dessert, a Happy Birthday message written in chocolate and a candle on top appeared. A nice touch.

Excellent food and service. Extensive wine list. Be aware that menu options are limited to 4 courses and the choice of 4 dishes for each 4. This does change seasonally. But you can just go for a drink.

Love place to be I love the food and drink good service

Excellent food and service, menu not huge but very good, four courses of slightly smaller dishes but adds to the variety. Staff are great really knowledgable and attentive without being intrusive. Must book as it does get busy

Absolutely exceptional food and service in a beautiful, cosy and relaxing setting. Came here for my mother-in-law’s 75th birthday (and who had her wedding reception on the then-different restaurant in 1980 and who’s loved it since). Each course was mouth-wateringly flavoursome and done to perfection in taste and presentation. The waiting staff were so kind and attentive. To top it off they overheard us saying happy birthday to her and brought out a surprise dessert for her with a candle. Absolute treat of an evening. Thank you!

My wife and I have been to Kingham's several times previously. On this visit we were with our son and partner, their first visit. We all thought the experience was excellent. They liked particularly the four smaller courses, and thought the choice was outstanding. Service was excellent, never obtrusive. One thing we always like about Kingham's is the soft furnishings: curtains, carpets, tablecloths etc, and lack of openness, all of which creates a nice harmonious dining atmosphere.

Charming old pub, very cosy with a log burner. We went for lunch and had 4 courses.. All of them are delicious, beautifully presented and imaginative. Staff were very helpful with wine and food choices.

Friendly, helpful staff: high quality and interesting food - a thoroughly enjoyable evening - would definitely go there again if we are in the area.

Delicious food. Small portions and four courses just right for us. Lovely atmosphere. Staff were very attentive from the moment we arrived taking our coats for us and meeting our needs throughout our meal. Everything was just great from start to finish. Will definitely return.

6 of us. This restaurant is family run. It's quaint inside with beautiful decor. But what sets this restaurant aside. The food!! It's truly amazing. One guest said he always chooses something he wouldn't normally cook himself at home. I suggest no one can get the taste and balance right on their dishes, as well as the chef here. There is a 4 course menu. We can choose as little or as much as you would like. Dont be fooled by the portion size being small. These plates ounch a taste like no other. I am known to be a fussy eater. I found no faukt with the dishes. In fact, not one of our group had anything bad to say. I will most definitely go back there. Highly recommend. Wish there were more stars.

Found the venue on a review site. Booked a table, must admit it was 75 minutes drive away, but oh so worth it! Small bread "loaf" cut into four for us. Crumbly and delicious. We deliberately chose different dishes for each of the four courses to try as many dishes as possible. Each course was beautifully presented and delicious. Highlights are hard to identify, though I never thought I would have a liver parfait as good as Hestons, I was wrong. Special mention for the mock cocktails but my goodness the roast potatoes were quite exceptional too. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Very clean toilet. Met chef at the end of the meal, what a delightful passionate chef. Well worth the trip for some frankly quite exceptional food.

Wonderful experience. Found the venue on a review site. Booked a table, must admit it was 75 minutes drive away, but oh so worth it! Small bread "loaf" cut into four for us. Crumbly and delicious. We deliberately chose different dishes for each of the four courses to try as many dishes as possible. Each course was beautifully presented and delicious. Highlights are hard to identify, though I never thought I would have a liver parfait as good as Hestons, I was wrong. Special mention for the mock cocktails but my goodness the roast potatoes were quite exceptional too. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Very clean toilet. Met chef at the end of the meal, what a delightful passionate chef. Well worth the trip for some frankly quite exceptional food.

Yet another excellent visit to Kinghams.

Christmas Eve doesn't get much better. Lovely food in a fantastic building, the waiter and owner were very polite and made time to chat.

The food was very good, but not particularly exciting, the atmosphere was a little stuffy and old fashioned.

We enjoyed an excellent meal and fine wines in a festive and convivial atmosphere on Saturday evening. The scallops, beef wellingtons and partridge were delicious and the service exemplary. I am looking forward to a return visit.

Been to Kinghams many times and always been happy with the experience. Tonight was a special occasion :- our wedding anniversary. We had notified them in advance including my wife calling at lunchtime to confirm it was a special occasion. We had previously received an email offering complimentary glasses of "bubbly" but when we got there they even asked my wife to present the email to them. This was how the service went all night - very cold. Needless to say the bubbly was prosecco. The meal proportions were very small even for fine dining. I complained about the size of my starter (2 tiny fish pieces each about an inch square and equal size artichoke/dressing). A caring restaurant would have offered some more but all I got was "this is to be expected in a 4 course meal". Maybe but not at £10. We won't be returning.

Nice food good customer service I love the food my friends have fantastic service see you guys soon

I wasn’t impressed with the food. The standards where much higher and it looks like the portions are getting smaller every time we go.

We spent a wonderful afternoon eating and drinking outside in warm october sunshine. The food was delicious and the service outstanding.

Stunning place, exelent food, perfect service.

I wanted a special place to celebrate my 80th birthday with my 3 sisters and their husbands. Kinghams could not have been a better choice. The food, service and room were all superb and the cost was surprisingly reasonable. 10 out of 10.

Excellent food and great service, couldn't fault anything at all

Super venue for a special treat. Took my mum for birthday lunch.

really fantastic. food and service was outstanding.

totally brilliant refined dining, exquisite tasty food, very nice quiet peaceful ambience, delicate friendly service, reasonably price for what you get,

We had a lovely meal here, with good service and prices reasonable for the quality.

Based on reviews we had high hopes for our evening meal but were left disappointed. I struggled to find something to choose but settled on the risotto and cod. None of us could find a pudding that we fancied which was a let down. It wasn't a special occasion but, if it had been, our table next to the noisy bar fridge wasn't ideal. The chef obviously goes to a lot of trouble to invent the dishes but unfortunately the risotto was too rich, the cod was tasteless and we didn't even like the side dishes of potatoes and broccoli.

One must start by saying what a beautiful 'oldy worldy' place this is. Deep in the heart of Surrey, what a tranquil village. There was no trouble with parking. I was with friends celebrating their 50th birthdays (three years ago, due to Covid!). The staff even went to the trouble of bringing out a chocolate piped place with a candle - such a lovely thought. Each course had been well thought out. Despite the portions being very small, one left feeling very full and satisfied. I was even served scallops without the truffle butter, thank goodness! I can recommend the elderflower mocktail (due to driving)! I never choose an apple dessert, but this one was purely delicious with the calvados sauce. There was nothing I could fault, from the staff to the food. The pace of service was spot on with enough time to digest before the next course. Thank you for a really lovely evening and can't wait to return. We all enjoyed our evening very much. I can thoroughly recommend.

Lovely setting, delightful staff, well thought out special event called Kingham’s mythological wine evening. We thoroughly enjoyed each introduction to each of 6 wines and they were delicious and different. The 6 course meal was superbly thought out and delightfully executed- not too much or too little. All very different and interesting- Thankyou, we had lovely time.

We visited on their wine history special set menu night. It was great. The sommelier is a terrific raconteur with a lovely way of spinning a tale and in this case making history come really alive. The food was pretty much perfect and It was a wine-pairing event and we thought all except one were a very good match. Some were very unusual and a lovely tasting experience. We hope to be back when they do it again.

Fine dinning in rural Surrey, not to go there on empty stomach.I don't want to sound offensive,but on the menu pretentious names for the dishes overall lack in flavours,in fact.

Absolutely stunningly good restaurant. Best in Surrey.

Lovely three course meal in a beautiful location. Excellent service too.

Beautiful Mythological wine evening. Fantastic evening, 6 courses with paired wines. Superbly married food and wine. In a beautiful location, excellent service and superb knowledge of wines, fabulous storytelling, thoroughly enjoyable evening.

Went for a wine pairing event. The host, Chris, was fantastic and informative, great knowledge of wine and its history. The food was elegant and delicious and perfectly paired with the wines for each course. Friendly staff, cosy environment and good food/drink what more could...

Delightful restaurant, amazing food in a beautiful village. Service was great, chef was so passionate! Loved it

The food is amazingly good and a Michelin star is only a matter of weeks away....

Best lunch we have had in a long time. We had 4 courses ..portions are small but each mouthful is delicious and it was wonderful to have so much variety. The pacing of each course was perfect and the two waitresses were very attentive and...

This is one of our favourite restaurants to dine outside London but within easy reach,immersed in the countryside and in one of the most beautiful quaint villages, Shere,in Surrey. The restaurant is centuries old low ceilinged with wooden beams but full of character and it...

Amazing food in a beautiful setting. The restaurant main building was built in the 17th century, and you can admire its original beauty. The food is delicious! We had the 4 courses menu, and we were both extremely happy with our choices. The service was excellent, fast and professional. All the above for a very reasonable price, £130 without service.

A real treat. Fabulous food, great service. Really enjoyed the 4-courses of smaller dishes. Comfortable and enjoyable surroundings outside, even on an iffy English summer evening. Recommended. Pricey, but worth it - we don't eat out much as we are fussy about food. Would save up and come here again.

A very special day thanks to all at Kingsham team you rock. A little something about our experience. In a quaint little place called Shere, Where laughter and friendship are near, Tasha and Natalie, side by side, Embarking on a lunchtime ride. In the kingdom of Kingsham they reside, Amidst the beauty they cannot hide, Fine dining delights, a feast so grand, Served on plates with an expert hand. Beneath the sun's warm and gentle gaze, They're seated outside in a cozy haze, Within a lovely hut, a haven of peace, Their worries and stresses find their release. With glasses raised, filled with bubbles divine, Toasting to friendship, a bond so fine, Celebrating twenty-five years of kinship strong, Through ups and downs, they've carried on. No longer chained by the burden of work, They seize the day, refusing to shirk, "Ladies that do lunch," they proudly proclaim, Embracing the joy of life, staking their claim. For today, the world can wait, As they relish each moment, tempting fate, Amidst the clinking of glasses and laughter's sound, Their spirits soar, hearts unbound. Their stories intertwine, memories shared, Tales of triumph and moments they dared, In this respite from the world's demands, They find solace, holding each other's hands. Oh, Tasha and Natalie, your friendship pure, A bond that time cannot obscure, May your days be filled with love and delight, As you continue this lifelong, cherished flight. So, raise your glasses high, my dear friends, For this lunchtime journey never ends, In Shere's embrace, let your spirits dance, A testament to the power of friendship's chance.

We had a wonderful lunch sitting on the terrace at Kinghams. It is a very high-quality restaurant in an attractive historic building with friendly staff and a knowledgeable sommelier. A varied and well thought out menu gives you lots of choice. Wine is fairly priced, unlike the plethora of fine dining restaurants who gouge their customer's wallets. Parking is easy and the village is great to visit before or after. The pineapple taste tatin was fabulous. It might seem expensive, but it is worth every penny.

We have been visiting Kinghams since 2018 and it truly gets better each time. The food, the service and ambience are unmatched and we genuinely cannot fault it. The menu is uncomplicated yet sophisticated and as a result allows the beautiful ingredients to really sing!...

What a treat! Visited here for a family 70th birthday party. Didn’t know the area or restaurant at all, but could see that the village was on the journey back from the Royal Albert Hall to Rowledge and so chose Kinghams for our stop for...

We have been going to Kinghams for the last couple of years and every time we go we always go away saying what an amazing meal and time we’ve had. This was time was no different. We have not been for a Sunday lunch before....

One of the best restaurants I’ve visited. Food is amazing, great service and very friendly staff. Definitely worth visiting

Wonderful friendly service & delightful food in a perfect outdoor covered setting. The courses were all served quickly and each was delicous. We both had dietary requirements (vegetarian & gluten free) which was all very easy. The whole experience was perfect, whether inside in the...

I don’t know if we hit a really bad time, but the food was average and the service very slow. The starters were quite nice but then we had to wait about an hour before we got our main. The table behind us came in...

A glorious little restaurant. Small but perfectly formed. A great selection of covered areas outside to allow us to enjoy the summer weather without being fried. The food was wonderful, perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. Staff were incredibly friendly. I will definitely be back.

The food was exceptional, we had the beef and the asparagus and risotto with a Goats cheese starter. The only reason I haven’t bumped this up to a 5* was purely down to the steak portion size. I do understand quality over quantity and the quality was amazing, however there was two tiny pieces which wasn’t enough for me. It left you wanting for more but for hunger rather than for experience. There’s a fine line between food experience and leaving hungry. Staff and service amazing, huge drinks menu. All in all a really fantastic night. Well worth a visit, the prices were representative of the portion sizes but I would have preferred to have paid more and got a little more.

Lovely staff, good food and beautiful setting. Perfectly cooked steak.

Always love going to Kinghams. Their bread is amazing and the menu is very well priced

Excellent service Star of the show by far was the delicious Blood orange Bakewell tart with Tonka ice cream. Octopus starter was good but only 3 small pieces, 5 would have been better. Surrey hills filet beef, best part was the marmite emulsion croquette.

Really good value dinner.The starters of prawns and octopus were delicious with excellent broth and accompaniments ; main course beef and venison not overpowering and well cooked with excellent potatoes and broccoli.Cheesecake and chocolate and rhubarb cake tho not enough rhubarb.Service was exceptional.We go regularly...

Wonderful from start to finish. Great service, a good menu selection, and every dish was excellent.

Food was superb, service outstanding and the overall atmosphere very special. We will be back with more fiends.

We were lucky to dine at Kinghams for their 30th anniversary celebrations and enjoy their special 6 course menu. The food was fantastic, absolutely delicious. We also had the paired wines, servied by the very knowledgeable sommelier. The chefs came out to talk to customers...

High end restaurant serving delicious food. My only criticism was that they had an outside area joined to the main restaurant which let a flow of very cold air in at a floor level. Freezing feet!

It was okay. Staff were friendly and it had a pleasant atmosphere but a bit overpriced for what was on offer. Not really a lot of choices on the menu either as it was cuisine style so not what I would usually choose to eat personally. Still it could have been a lot worse so I'm not complaining.

Excellent food and service and very reasonably priced.

Probably the finest restaurant in town Kinghams offers world class cuisine within a scenic and historical setting. We’ve visited on several special occasions and each time we’ve been given first class service from the point we book until the time we leave. A very romantic and also social spot. Kinghams combines the high quality fine dining experience and sophistication of Londons top restaurants with the warmth of Surrey. Highly recommended

I visited Kinghams recently with my grandmother for lunch and could not ask for a better experience. The food was outstanding, my favourite was the beef fillet that was cooked to perfection. The setting in a listed building in Shere is picture perfect. Keep up the good work and I am looking forward to my next visit.

Another great meal at kinghams today. Always a special experience with fabulous staff. Definitely our favourite restaurant.

I'm not really sure why this place has such a high review. I'm a massive foodie and was really looking forward to this place however I was really let down. The cocktails are very watered down and doesn't really taste good - comparable to a low rated pub. Ultimately the food doesn't taste great. Left a lot of our meal uneaten which was really dissapointing. Given the cost I was expecting more complex flavours.

Lovely classic food with that "go the extra mile" service first meal out 6 months + and the team made it very special