The Rainbow Skull Grill in Rother

Wow! Food, drink, music and a friendly atmosphere make for a brilliant evening. Thanks to all there, you could not have done anymore.

My fella and I usually visit Maidstone a couple of times in the summer, and before we headed off this time I looked up places to eat on Tripadvisor. This place looked a good bet, so we sought it out to try for ourselves and we are very glad we did. What a brilliant place! Not only was the food every bit as good as the reviews promised it would be, but the biggest surprise was the interior - WOW! After walking throught the genteel arcade, the last thing I was expecting was this riot of individualism and colour. As it was only us eating (we were early for lunch...) I took the opportunity to have a good look around and take some photos to share. The lady behind the bar was really friendly, and we were very impressed with the prompt service and the quality / quantity of the food. We will definitely be coming again and would fully recommend this to anyone who enjoys a decent burger at a fair price! :)

We thought we would support a small local bar on a Saturday night instead of going to a bigger cheaper one but the customer service was soooo poor, so slow. It wasn’t busy. If it was my bar I’d be so happy to see a group women arrive and I’d greet them, make them feel glad they’d come. I would serve them quickly so they might even have time for two drinks…. Nope. Oh well, nevermind.

If you want to wait an hour then be abused by dish washer that's having a bad day, then you should come here when it's busy, as I'm sure the service gets better. Was told as I had an opinion that I was being ejected from the Star arcade. As a business owner in the town I was rather shocked to be treated like scum, though hope you treat your customers better in the future. Xxxx

2nd time here and too long since the first. Once again, can't fault it! As soon as you enter you get greeted with a smile and a howdy-do, they went out of their way to borrow a high chair from a neighbour restaurant. My little dude loved it all, from the decor to the music. I got the Meatallica and my wife got the Chilli Willy, and fries each. Jeeeeeez I was sad when I had finished my burger, so so so good! My son wasn't interested in what we brought with us for him and wanted some of ours but couldn't have any so the staff were very accommodating and toasted and sliced a burger bun for him so he could be part of the diner experience. Genuinely love this place and will probably be going back again very soon. Mega props to the staff today (16th June) for helping out. Much love

Fantastic food quick service very reasonably priced very friendly staff would highly recommend and will definitely be returning

We were down town and decided to pop in and try their burgers (after having quite a few of their drinks at their stand at the Maid of Stone Festival) Staff were friendly and informative and luckily for us, the place soon filled up, after our order went in. The taste of both burgers and the chips were excellent and filling. We went double but you can add more, if you require. We also had Cherry Rum and coke in Skull glasses (the drink we had at the festival) and let me say, you won't know you're drinking alcohol, so beware! All in all, a great place and we will be back. By the way, at the time of my review, they only take card!

The choice of burgers is superb, unlike any other places. Why bother with a chain when you go to an individual bar that serves awesome food. You get excellent value for your money, it is not overpriced. Good choice of class beers and friendly staff.

Great food. Great service and well priced. The two times I have been the service has awesome and really friendly, they will let you know when the kitchen or bar is closing so you can order and not miss out. Will be going back when I go Maidstone.

We had a takeaway from skull bar this evening and it was delicious, my husband said best burger he's ever had and he cleared his plate and the onion rings excellent. Lastly thank you to the man that phoned me to tell me about the issues with Deliveroo. Oh and the cookies were very nice!

Second visit to this wonderful unique venue, and just like the first time they certainly didn’t disappoint!! Feeling adventurous, I went with a double Meatallica burger and double cheese fries. It arrived packed with so much meat I could feel my arteries hardening just looking at it! Every flavour stands out too, with the bacon being some of the best I’ve tasted in burgers in many years! Can’t fault the portion sizes for the money either, and to cap everything off the service is always smiling and upbeat and really welcoming! If you’re reading this review and wondering if it’s your kind of place… it is. Don’t miss the chance to try one of the most unique and rewarding eateries in Maidstone, you’ll thank yourself for giving them a try!!! 😍 10/10!!

Really good service , had nice good cocktails. One of the best burgers I have had.Well worth a visit

Holy Diver, what an experience!! As a lifelong metal head the style and name of the bar was what drew me in, but having tried the food, I feel less like I’ve eaten a meal and more like I’ve discovered a new spiritual home!! First up, the food is hot and good quality, and more than reasonably priced. But it’s flavour that really sends this venue into the top echelon; these guys don’t just deliver on amazing flavours, they wrap flavour around a cosh, lure you down a dark alleyway with onion gravy fries, and then commit GBH on your taste buds; Grievous Bloomin’ Heaven! I had the Blue Monday with Stilton and my partner enjoyed a BBC chicken burger, accompanied by a side of wings. Silence then fell as we were unable to speak in anything other than monosyllabic grunts while both of us stared wide eyed at each other in an orgiastic feeding frenzy! If you think this is an exaggeration, just pop n and try their burgers and you’ll see I’m not joking! Staff were all amazing and friendly too, we cannot wait for the flimsiest excuse to return here asap and try some of the other delights on offer! Music was great, drinks were cold, food was hot… this place is genuinely a wonderful little find that on one visit has made two permanent new disciples that will be back to worship at flavour church very soon!! 🎼😋

I cannot rate this place highly enough. The food was out of this world - I had the BBC burger, the combination of crispy chicken fillet, melting brie and cranberry mayo was perfection. I had disco chips with my burger, the red wine onion gravy is the best gravy I've had in years. My partner had the Blue Monday burger, bourbon wings and Philly cheese fries; he saved a bit of the burger whilst demolishing the fries, so his last taste and parting memory could be the beef and blue cheese. I think some kind of magical science was happening inside his mouth. Very welcoming and helpful staff, a great atmosphere and no doubt we will be back.

It looks ordinary, but the food is better than the menu sounds, I do not know how Veronica (usually) does it. Veronica and Tammy are lovely hosts and this one of the exceptionally places which serves mild ale and in perfect condition. (the other is the Pig and Porter - very near my home when thy have a beer festival). This LGBT bar friendly that sadly gets hate reviews and vegans won't visit. I have called a pervert on Facebook for visiting, I don't care though I am straight and very welcomed. I hate bullying, though!

I have been in the bar a few times, each time to dine. My partner always chooses a burger that comes along with chips and sides and I always go for the wings. The food is exceptional, the quality and freshness is great. Also the chicken wings are the actual whole wing as well!!! They are so tasty and crispy! I love their pickled slaw as well! Unfortunately, due to mental health reasons i no longer leave the house. But, they are on Deliveroo!! The food comes perfectly packaged, remaining hot and tasty. They’ve never ever got anything wrong on my order. It’s mine and my partners favourite food place. The bar is clean and welcoming. The owners and staff are very kind and check to make sure everything is okay. I love the style of the bar. I don’t drink alcohol but they have good soft drink options! Everyone I’ve recommended to go there have all come back to me and told me how much they love it and go time and time again. A family member is vegetarian and absolutely loves their veggie/ vegan options. They cater for all!

Avoid if you are fussy about hygiene. They have one star, and that is one star too many. Check with google.

Have tried several meals here and they have all been delicious, including the veggie options. The chips are seasoned perfectly. Nice place for comfort food with a pint.

This has got to be one of the best eateries in Kent. Absolutely delicious menu that caters for carnivores and veggies alike. Really friendly staff, the place is very clean and has imaginative décor. Prices are exceptionally reasonable for the quality of food. This is my go-to place whenever I am in Maidstone. Cannot recommend it highly enough.

The best burgers in Maidstone, worked my way through the whole menu and not a single burger disappoints! The wings are on another level as well 10/10

Little gem of a place! Food was amazing- fresh and delicious. Cocktails were great. It had a great vibe, chilled and quirky. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back soon.

Great friendly bar, big very tasty, freshly cooked and reasonably priced burgers and the usual similar types of food, the wings are great too. Located in the Royal Star arcade this place is well worth a visit for a beer and bite. Lots of vegetarian...

We went there for lunch today - two different burgers and a loaded fries. Lots of options - all vegan. Generous portions, food was lovely, friendly staff - and dog-friendly. Quirky interior - good music. Will go back to try other things off the menu.

I was here on the 29th with my friend. The food was incredible, as was the music & atmosphere. We will be back. It was good to be welcomed into a restaurant where full goth clothes were welcome.

Very pleased with the food, tofuish chips was very good, crispy batter. Nice range of vegan options! ( All vegan!) Chilled atmosphere Would visit again!

Love The Rainbow Skull. Great atmosphere, attentive staff and the food is THE BEST with great size portions. Definitely recommend a visit.

My husband and I have visited a few times now and have always found the food to be delicious and the staff helpful and friendly. There's a lovely chilled vibe in the Rainbow Skull with good music playing (if you're into alternative/rock/metal anyway 🤘) and...

Cassie was very welcoming and friendly the whole evening! The was food was the best vegan food we have had by a mile! We had the katy peri peri tofu burger.. will recommend it to everyone. Also the cookies so so nice I got another...

Accidentally happened upon this gem of a place. A well thought out interior that is both comfortable and yet quirky. Received a really warm welcome and was served very quickly. Drinks choices explained. We ordered food and were impressed with how quickly it arrived as...

Can’t fault this restaurant. The staff were very friendly and attentive, the food was really tasty and plenty of it too. The atmosphere great, loved the decor and also the choice of music. It’s an inclusive place so all welcome and made to feel comfortable....

Visited today. Stood for several minutes at the bar. Received no acknowledgement of our presence by staff. One member of staff, upon completing serving another customer, looked at me me.and then went off to sort some napkins or something. Can it really be that difficult...

Not a vegan by a long shot, but have to say with food like this, you don't need meat. Food was fantastic. Friendly, vibrant, catering for young and old. My first visit today, certainly not my last. Oh, I should say the food was fantastic....

Pleasantly surprised at the taste especially the disco loaded fries! We’re not even vegan but who cares it was delicious, highly recommended! Love the decor and music was awesome.

We visited on their first night to their new location and we loved it again! The place was clean with a nice cosy atmosphere, the staff were friendly as always. The food choices were vast, which is great as it's all vegan! The food came...

We are very lucky to have the rainbow skull in our home town The food is amazing, always nice and hot and lots of flavour The only down size is that they have closed early because of the electrics( i get that) but running out...

My partner and I dropped by for lunch today. We each had a milkshake and a burger which were absolutely delicious. The decor and music provided a nice throwback to my student days of visiting various alternative-themed bars in Brighton (not an easy thing to...

I love this place so much and probably visit or order from here a couple of times a month. I make a point of taking meat-eating friends here to introduce them to great vegan food. Tammy and her team are friendly and helpful and I...

Baycon Double Cheeze XL is hands down THE best burger I have ever had, and such a good size I spread eating it over the afternoon. The macaroni cheese side is lovely and big enough to be a decent snack on its own. I will...

The best vegan burgers you will ever taste and amazing chips too. The Rainbow Skull Grill has a great variety on its menu, I’m not a vegan but I love their food. Looking forward to visiting their new Restaurant soon and trying some of their...

Huge portions, great menu, lots of variety. Freshly cooked to order. Some of the best chips I've had in ages. Lovely KFT burger. Husband had a meaty style one that was lovely too. Friendly chef. Great place for vegan fast food.

What fantastic burgers!! We've eaten many vegan burgers and these are definitely the best, they're divine. Worth travelling to Maidstone for, we can't wait to go back to visit soon. It's great to see new fun burgers regularly added to the menu on their social...

We stopped here for lunch whilst out on a cold Sunday birthday walk. We ordered the Return of the Mac and No Hunters, No chicken.. both were great! Perfect comfort food on a cold Sunday lunchtime 😋 sat at the benches under the marquee, it...

When I tell you this is the best vegan food in Maidstone and beyond! I live in Ashford and come up often to eat here. I've brought vegans and meat eaters along with me and we spend the whole visit in awe of the food!...

Rainbow Skull do the BEST burgers I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing! I have taken so many people here (including meat-eaters) and every single one of them has agreed that it is the best burger they have ever had! I wish I lived...

Best vegan burgers around.Been many times and never been disappointed.Highly recommend the disco fries.Plenty of choice on the menu. Always piping hot,great service,great people who always make time to chat. Give the Rainbow skull grille a try.

I’m not a fan of burgers. To call what Rainbow Skull serves a burger does not do the amazing food justice. Rainbow Skull dishes up every time piping hot fresh and so so tasty food. It’s imaginative - beautiful to look at and so delicious...

Visited for the 3rd time the other day to treat my family to a takeaway - I let them choose what they wanted as they are all meat eaters usually. All of them were amazed - my brother said he couldn't even tell that the...

Travelled 50mins to this place. Received an email two hours before asking us to not forget our reservation. Upon arrival, the place is closed and it turns out they are shut because it's apparently too cold!! How utterly pathetic. In all of my catering experience,...

The food alone was worth the 5 stars, had the Ruby Rose and the Filthy Animal with the sides, not what you’d expect to find at the back of the White Horse pub, a diamond in the rough…if this place was propped up somewhere like...

After hearing some lovely reviews we finally decided to make the trip up for dinner - we were certainly not disappointed. Absolutely amazing food and lovely welcoming atmosphere. Such a large and varied menu - I will most certainly be recommending this to friends and...

The food here is amazing :) Friendly staff that bring your food to your car. The burgers are always piping hot ( even when we have collected the food to take home) as they are wrapped in tin foil, then put in a polystyrene box....

Really good vegan burger, they look much better than the pictures on this website. It really pleased my partner whose not vegetarian/vegan. Really tasty burgers, however I was a bit disappointed by the sweet potatoes fries not enough crispy to my taste.

We have visited twice now and loved this place. Such a friendly atmosphere and the food is second to none - hands down the best burger I've ever eaten. FACT!! Generous portions, served quickly, super tasty and really reasonably priced too. I can't recommend this...

Wonderful find. Had a tasty meat fee burger with my daughter today. Far too much food for us to finish. Friendly service. Looking forward to our next visit.

I can't believe we've waited so long to order from the Rainbow Skull. The food was unbelieveably good, burgers incredibly tasty, fries to die for. Dont wait to try this place.

Bought food from the Rainbow Skull several times now and it's never failed to disappoint. The 'Don't Have a Cow' burger rivals anything Five Guys can do with the added benefit of being meat free. About time Maidstone had somewhere like this.

I have ordered a couple of times from here now, both times absolutely amazing. The burger is unreal! So tasty, and the homemade chips are yummy. I had the KFT burger the second time, and I must say it's one of the best burgers I...