The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant in Sevenoaks

Lovely roast dinner, big Yorkshire pudding and plenty of vegetables. A good size dinner. Can also recommend the sea bass.

Last minute decision to revisit the Pub. Was not disappointed- great home cooked food. The quality of food & service has never dropped over the years. Today’s choices for me were Crispy pork belly - steak & kidney pudding - apple pie & cream ….. our waitress was Michele - she was knowledgeable/professional/friendly and helped with experience. Well worth a visit !!

All four of us thought the food delicious and well worth waiting for. Jack does stirling work manning the bar and attending to customers. Our starters were two pate, one prawn cocktail, and one smoked salmon. Mains: one spanakopita, one haddock and two steak pies. Desserts: two panacotta, one raspberry cheescake, and one crumble and custard. We are senior citizens, and each had a superb three course meal for £20 apiece. We shall return.

Great family-friendly welcoming pub. Although they were busy, service was great with Michele taking good care of us throughout. The menu has a nice variety and the food was brilliant! We were a large group but all meals were tasty and cooked well. Can see why they've won Best Pub awards! We will be back.

The prawn cocktail starter was tasteless but the Sunday roast made up for it. We'll definitely return for the roast, just skip the starter.

An excellent lunch for a friend and myself... Recommended pub and restaurant.

The prawn cocktail starter was tasteless, cheap frozen prawns and cheap marg on the bread however the Sunday roast more than made up for it. We'll definitely return for the roast.

Traditional home cooked food that is exceptional and the service was lovely my daughter is autistic and the staff do all they can to keep her happy x

The food was very good. We really enjoyed it. Michele was our waitress and took good care of us. We will definitely be returning!

We went in for lunch today in the restaurant, a lovely conservatory. The food was great, atmosphere very relaxed and the lady looking after us, Carlene, was absolutely excellent. Very warm and welcoming. We’ll be back again.

We booked today for 10 people at Short notice but they were happy to accommodate us , 6 adults and 4 children . Our first time at the fighting cock but not the last . The food was amazing but the service from Michelle was even better , nothing was too much trouble and she made us all feel at home . The garden was lovely and the children really enjoyed the play area and the chickens / Rooster. Well Done The Fighting Cocks !! Well Done Michelle , a huge asset to the business !!

EXCELLENT Sunday lunch, loads of food, great service. Easy access for Nans wheelchair. Very very tasty. No idea what else to say.

Lovely place lovely staff do anything for u nothing is to much trouble good food felt relaxed there 😀 scenery was great definitely worth a visit

Very disappointed, went for 18th dinner celebration, food mediocre, all had cold chips, service slow. Didn’t want to complain at the time because it was a special dinner but so disappointed.

Very disappointed with the food at The Fighting Cocks today, not up to its usual standard. Menu online different to restaurant, no plain fish meal. The batter on my haddock was very greasy. Its a lovely setting and the staff are great but we won't be back here for a while

Enjoyed an afternoon lunch here in the large rear conservatory overlooking the countryside, a nice spot. Friendly and helpful staff and a varied menu with something for everyone. Good range of drinks too. Plenty of parking outside / rear car park. (1 star off as tables sticky, needing a bit more than a quick wipe?)

Came here after recommending some family try to roast dinners here, and the staff throughly delivered. Staff were prompt with seating and serving drinks and nothing was too much trouble. The warm bread starters were beautifully presented and the olives were delicious. The roasts have always been good here but today’s roasts were exceptional. The roast potatoes were lovely and crispy and nicely seasoned. The gammon and beef were perfectly cooked and full of flavour. The carrot and swede purée is just delightful alongside the other veg. These roasts are great value for money with the portion sizes and the quality of cooking. From a roast connoisseur these roasts are really special and, in my opinion, the best in the Dartford-wide area. Will return again soon. 10/10

Chose this venue for Lunch based on good reviews and near where we wanted to be. Really superb Sunday roast, delicious, wonderful attentive staff and nothing was too much trouble - I highly recommend The Fighting Cocks

Had a very tasty lunch here. Lovely Steak & Kidney pud. Good food, well presented. Efficient and friendly service. Interesting menu. Most enjoyable.

Had lunch here today , it was very underwhelming and quite expensive . In all fairness had a couple of issues which were resolved and the young lady that served us was brilliant. Having been to the King & Queen in East Malling which is owned by the the same people, I was disappointed it certainly isn’t the same standard as in food and customer experience. Perhaps I’ve been spoilt by the food and service at the King & Queen which is pretty amazing & I shouldn’t compare.

The conservatory was a lovely space to look out into the garden and then at the bottom the river, staff were really nice and attentive and the roasts are delicious, I thoroughly recommend the parsnips too - thank you for a great lunch !

We have always wanted to have family celebrations here. They didn't let us down this time. Lovely food, catering for various dietary requirements and friendly and efficient service. This was a 98th birthday celebration and they did us proud

Got a take away pie roast for two one lamb and one steak it was extremely nice never tried red cabbage till now was very delicious and flavorsome . Thought I died and gone to heaven can't wait for my next roast complements to the chefs.

The senior's lunch (food) is good value and we have been a few times this year. It can be noisy in the restaurant and last time there was no real ale or a wine list. Wine came out at £9 a glass which is not good value in my view. Will go there again but hope the drinks side is improved.

Lovely pub inside and out what a great find. The meal took long to come out but was worth the wait. I had chicken and bacon burger with fries and my family members had scampi and chips, Caesar salad. See all photos definitely worth a visit Good all weather pub

We came with friends for an afternoon bite to eat based on Google reviews and the nice photos. The location was lovely, and the outside space really large. It was dog and child friendly. One of us was gluten free, and there were hardly any food options for her and staff seemed unsure if dishes were GF or not. Drinks were served in tired and cracked plastic glasses. An hour to wait for uncomplicated garden menu food. The burgers & chips were very tasty and looked the part. The Caesar salad however, disappointing at £9 for the small pile of lettuce leaves and dressing, and another £4.50 for a piece of pale chicken breast on top. The atmosphere indoors was underwhelming. The toilets were pretty unpleasant. The experience overall wasn't terrible, and it was eaten in a nice outdoors setting. But can't help but feel that this pub has lost it's focus and needs some attention to detail to pull it all together for a great experience.

Visited for Sunday lunch in the garden , on Sunday1 oct . Was surprised how quiet the garden was . Bar service was extremely slow not sure why as not very busy . Ordered a Roast Turkey Dinner which was served promptly in the Garden . Dinner was served at best Luke warm portion was generous except for a tablespoon of gravy. Drink was served in a very sad plastic glass which should have been thrown out years ago .

Lovely drive in the hamlets of Kent in the Motorway triangle (M 2, 20,25). Being Monday it was quiet so nice table in the Conservatory. Drinks in the huge beer garden before so we could catch up, not seen each other a couple of years. Mixed dishes due to warm day but all devoured as it was all so good. Great service and patience shown by staff. Definitely coming back

Wanted to leave a review after our positive experience today at The Fighting Cocks. Staff were really attentive and couldn’t do enough for us. Sunday roast was really good too. After reading some reviews we were a little worried, but we had a great meal and experience. I would definitely come back and recommend this establishment. Great garden for kids too.

I booked on the phone for my birthday and specifically asked to be seated in the conservatory which I reiterated at the end of my booking. We arrived and were greeted (not really) by the person behind the bar who seemed to have no idea she worked in hospitality and was told you’ve booked the bar. Eventually a competent human arrived and showed us to a table in the almost empty conservatory, he was pleasant and helpful but seemed to be the only person doing anything. The food was tasty and we didn’t wait too long between courses, we ordered more drinks that were plonked on the table by our initial “Greeter” We were eventually sat in the empty conservatory when we asked for the bill, £10 for a warm glass of mediocre Pinot Grigio blush seemed I must say a trifle excessive. I fear that this establishment has lost its way completely and unless they find more than one properly trained member of staff it is doomed to failure. As a local I find this more than a little sad.

We were out with 3 dogs and our 3yr old grandson. After a lovely walk and paddle in the river we thought we’d have lunch in the garden of the Fighting Cocks nearby. My husband was refused being served because he was wearing a sleeveless T-shirt. NOT A VEST! He asked if I could therefore be served. No! YOURE NOT ALLOWED IN THE GARDEN EITHER!!! I do appreciate there are rules and vests are not always welcome. BUT ON A SUNNY DAY IN THE HUGE GARDEN?? AND it was a sleeveless T-shirt! I was actually wearing a thin strapped vest!!! And that was fine! Over priced, (previously a large wine and pint of lager around £16) UNwelcoming.. and NOT customer friendly unless perhaps in designer clothes with a fat wallet!!!

The service was slow and staff were unfriendly. The Pepsi tasted weird but they did remove this from the bill when asked to. The fish was over- cooked and dry. We were a party of five and all agreed that we would not return. Disappointing.

Very poor customer service. Customers ignored on entry. Waited 15minute no one acknowledged us. Not good

Very disappointed. Have been here many times and have always enjoyed it. The menu has changed and unfortunately not for the better. The lovely menu has gone along with the specials board. Menu used to include dishes such as sea bass and salmon along with classical dishes such as sausages and mash and liver and bacon. It has now been replaced with scampi and chips,pizzas and burgers. Not the lovely traditional pub that it once was. Unfortunately no longer for us.

Their pies are spectacular, chips are perfection and the onion rings crispy heaven. Staff are always lovely and the surroundings are beautiful. Ignore the false reviews. They are written by people no one would miss.

I came here recently with very long-standing friends whom I had not seen for many years. Therefore, not wishing to spoil the occasion, I did not make a complaint about the miniscule food portions at the time. Upon further thought, I now wish that I...

This was our second visit and it didn't disappoint. Staff was welcoming and friendly, couldn't fault them. Best and biggest pies we've ever had. On this occassion it was steak and potato with loads of crispy chunky chips and plenty of veg. The onion rings...

Exceptional venue, great service and the Sunday roast royal feast is exactly that. Amazing portions and more than enough quality food. Really enjoyed our visit and will be returning again. Lovely sized garden and a great play area for children too.

A nice pub. Decent meals. Pleasant staff. Great surroundings. What's not to like?

Really busy place. Good food, good variety of items on the menu, friendly, helpful staff. Nice pub restaurant with a nice big garden.

Very enjoyable with attentive staff and the food was delicious

Very busy place. Helpful pleasant staff. Good selection of choices on the menu. Good quality food. Nice family pub with a large beer garden

I have been to the Fighting Cocks many times. The food never disappoints and is always in plentiful portion sizes. Staff are always friendly. On my recent trip the food was as good as always, but a couple of things that could be improved. Staff:...

Great Sunday Roast . Friendly Staff. Good range 9f low alcohol drinks available for drivers.

Food was not good, just all dumped onto of each other, flies & wasps everywhere, waitress seemed like she was doing you a favour! Awful experience…first and definitely last time.

My friend and I enjoyed a delicious Sunday roast lunch here which is excellent value but huge! This would suit most people with a very healthy appetite but it was a shame that my elderly friend could not do it justice - although she gave it a good go! I would suggest offering a slightly smaller size of roast dinner (price adjusted accordingly) for those with smaller appetites. This isn't a complaint, just a suggestion. The staff were excellent, friendly and attentive. I have only marked down the score I've given for ambience because, on a warm sunny day, it does get uncomfortably hot in the conservatory and there are no blinds.

We travelled from Broadstairs today to do a few bits in and around swanley blah blah not important to this review, my husband booked a table here for 3 of us and he is definitely in my good books for doing so 🤣 the food...

This is a great all rounder restaurant for families and dinner wt friends. The food is excellent and is freshly prepared with smaller portions for OAPs at a very reasonable price. Lovely garden very child friendly with offers for garden food. Friendly staff are very attentive, great service.

Good food...excellent service....what more can you ask.

The pies here are fantastic and we would highly recommend them. A great children’s play area outside.

Booked through Open Table for three of us to go for dinner. Paid a £5 deposit per person which it stated would be used against the final bill. Unfortunately, we needed to cancel the booking, within 24 hrs of making it, and within 72 hrs...

This is a great restaurant excellent setting, good service, food was very tasty an freshly cooked. One of my favourites ❤

Very very nice food(Sunday roast) highly recommend, lovely staff very accommodating

Very nice Sunday lunch , staff very attentive. Roast dinner was large and yummy

Meeting for lunch with old friends. At table four hours, staff very accommodating and left us to chat. Food ok, plenty of it.

Came with family for dinner . We had buy one get one free burger. Excellent value for money . Staff very friendly . The manager was very approachable and accommodating. Lovely atmosphere. Will definitely come again.

Nice venue nice staff food ok too much on the menu, this I think unfortunately mean’s much on the menu is frozen. A really nice time spent there.

Very helpful and happy staff, couldn’t have asked for any better.! food was amazing. Atmosphere was amazing.. by far the best pub iv been too.. can’t wait to go back with my children and enjoy that lovely huge garden..

A great meal at The Fighting Cocks Pub. I would throughly recommend Sunday lunch.

Really lovely roast dinner . highly recommended. Great service and friendly staff

Lovely conservatory area to eat a very enjoyable lunch. Food was very good especially the huge ploughman's. Good value

We had a lovely meal, the waitress was very attentive (I can’t remember her name) our only gripe would be that 3 of us finished our starters before the fourth one came out and also the tables seemed very sticky but we weren’t sure whether this was because of a certain varnish or just not cleaned enough, but overall we had a fab meal and would definitely go back

Lovely service really friendly and attentive staff. Food brilliant.

Excellent venue as always and great food as usual. Highly recommended.

As always, the food, service and atmosphere were all of a good quality.

As always we had a great lunchFood is excellent and what value too. Staff are always friendly and look after us. We had the Seniors Special lunch menu and so much choice. It was a lovely day too looking over the gardens to river. Excellent

Nice venue. Food very good. Had seniors menu which had a good selection and was good value. Service friendly and helpful

Want excellent food, a proper, wholesome, substantial meal at a reasonable price, not 3 lines of jou (correct spelling? 😆) connecting a few miniscule, overpriced morcels inches apart? Want prompt, friendly service with ambience to match. Well you have come to the right place.

First visit for at least 12 months. Enjoyed our food very much and the service was excellent. One comment I would make - we took advantage of the "seniors menu" which was good value, but the choice of options was limited compared to the main menu. Maybe not everyone would be able to select something from that menu, something to consider perhaps?

We went for an anniversary meal on a Tuesday evening. The food lovely. And the service was very good. Thank you.

A very pleasing experience. Lovely setting and the meal was excellent. Really well presented and piping hot. Excellent value for money. Would certainly go again.

It was a lovely experience , reception on arrival was excellent and table was ideal just outside the conservatory which can get noisy when full. The food was excellent, good quality and good value. The service both at the bar and table was efficient and polite. We were not rushed and the two waitresses on duty who were very busy were delightful, . all in all a lovely experience.

Found this by chance when looking for somewhere halfway between Chingford and T Wells and glad we did. Set in a beautiful village and with a stream at the bottom of the garden it is very picturesque. Ate in the conservatory which is lovely and...

Wonderful restaurant with a great menu to suit everyone

We visited on Sunday 25th June for my birthday, my partner rang a few days previously to book a table, as they did not take bookings over the phone he was sent via text message a link to do so, the booking required a deposit...

Nice staff. Food good value but feel it is in need of refurbishment since last visit in 2021.

We picked this pub for dinner because it was a beautiful summers evening and it has a lovely garden. We were disappointed to be told no food is served outside. However, the home made pie was delicious and the chef went the extra mile to...

We picked this pub for dinner because it was a beautiful summers evening and it has a lovely garden. We were disappointed to be told no food is served outside. However, the home made pie was delicious and the chef went the extra mile to take our vegetable preferences in to account. Our server Ryan was particularly wonderful, a joy to chat with who found us a table in a sunny part of the bar, close to an open door. We moved outside to the garden for a drink after dinner, to catch the last of the sun. Good and drinks were good value.

Fabulous we all be back. Staff friendly, a lovely lunch

It seemed a quiet day not as loud as when I last went so it was very enjoyable. We weren’t moved on and we had good time with friends

Went there for Father’s Day and there were 6 of us, just recovering from illness only wanted a small roast, my so asked them to omit a few items, whilst still prepared to pay and was told NO, you had to have the lot, it...

Lovely little county pub with great garden with play area,and bbq if you don’t want to have a meal,would definitely go again

Not been before and not what I expected. Pictures made it look better than it is. Some staff not up to the job. The restaurant was fully booked when I tried and thought the pub bar and food would be ok but it was average. Will not be going again.

good lunch as ever , nice choice to, beautiful garden

This was a lunch time booking. The seated area was busy when we arrived, but noise levels were OK. There was consideration for the hot weather and we were sat in a well ventilated shaded area. There was a great variety of options on the menu and some of our guests opted for the seniors menu, but the food quality was exactly the same, just slightly smaller portions, which actually worked for them, as the main menu portions are very generous. Service was discreet and prompt. The staff were able to explain the options, which helped us choose our meals.

It was a very hot day and we had a very nice shady corner by a window. The staff were very attentive and friendly and we had a good conversation because the pub was very quiet. There was a wide selection of food and the menu catered for vegan and vegetarian. The quality of food was good and you got a lot for your money.

Nice place to sit in the garden on a nice day but the staff behind the bar was very rude and the food wasn't very good and very expensive for what we got will not be going there again

Everything was perfect. The staff were polite, friendly and attentive. The food was exceptional. The beetroot salmon gravlax starter was amazing. The mains were plentiful and filling. We shared deserts as we were so stuffed (they were not really needed). Highly recommend.

Our first visit as a group of 6 yesterday . We arrived early for our meal so that we could sit in the garden for a drink and chat first . Garden is lovely and very family friendly . The only reason we didn’t give a total 5* review was due to the burger man in the corner . Every time someone’s order was ready he shouted very very loudly and made us all jump and continued to shout until the customer came to collect his order . As this was every few minutes or so our quiet drink in the lovely surroundings was spoilt . Think he needs the vibrating disc to let people know when their order is ready as this would eliviate the noise . I realise at present he really doesn’t have any option and this was only thing that put a dent on our beautiful afternoon . Oh and good and service was spot on x

Staff are friendly, food is great, lovely location

We had a lovely Sunday afternoon not only amongst the company we had at the table but the staff working were very attentive, friendly and showed initiative plus the meals we enjoyed were delicious! The young ones enjoyed the day too and had fun after in the play area while the sun was still with us! Was also nice to know that during summer months the outdoor bbq would be running (weather permitting) so even if we don't book a table if the weather's good we can still enjoy the outdoors and great grub!

A great venue in a great location. Some might consider it a bit pricey, but excellent portion size with well cooked meat and a good veg selection. Potatoes and parsnips could perhaps be a bit crisper. Wonderful attentive staff who are really helpful too. Recommended.

Excellent food and service. Had run out of Cauliflower cheese and honey glazed parsnips which are sensational so was very disappointing. Lesson learnt to go earlier in the day.

We had a lovely evening but was disappointed there was no apple pie left and the coffee machine was also broken

This was our first visit and was very impressed,it will certainly be the first of many.

Food was lovely all homemade and fresh would recommend the Angry Rooster if you like spicy chillies. Service was good and quick Would go back again

We have been here before and came with friends. It was very busy early Saturday evening. Soup of the day was told incorrectly. The one I received as spicy, not tomato & basil. Apologies from staff and correct soup bought quickly. Rest of meal was great. Steaks were cooked exactly how we liked them. Lovely fat chips. One of part had dressed crab which he said was lovely, but he was disappointed he got skinny chips with his meal. Expensive but quality food

Was a lovely meal, staff very friendly, service not to slow and not to quick, overall a relaxed lunchtime meal

Have visited many times, and had birthday celebrations here. Great food, lovely village pub. Nice garden with a barbecue area.

A very nice friendly experience Good food friendly staff