Vauxhall Inn in Tonbridge and Malling

Good; lovely fresh food, cosy decor, easy parking, plenty of menu choices. Bad; INCREDIBLY slow service. Arrived at 6.15 for our pre booked table, told it wasn't ready despite the restaurant appearing fairly quiet, we were then seated about twenty minutes later. It was about another 15 minutes before we got to order drinks and about another 20 before they arrived. One of our party ordered a water once our drinks arrived and it was again another lengthy wait. Our jug of water never turned up! We ordered food which again took ages to arrive. It arrived about 8pm which considering we arrived at 6.15pm was very late. When we finished our meal the waitress asked if we were finished, we replied we were but then she went off and never came back to clear our plates. It took ages to receive the bill and nobody came over to take payment so we ended up going up to the bar to pay. Overall some positives but the amount of waiting time let the side down considerably. Not sure we would rebook.

Food was great Service was great Hayley was brilliant - really lovely to our son! Helpful staff and a really lovely experience

Went there for drinks and meal. Miserable staff, poor food and to top off on a dark cold evening missed the signs saying you have to give car registration number. Never heard of been to a venue with that. Why didn't the bar staff ask when taking the drinks order. Absolute disgrace I'd give a minus rating if it was possible

Really nice place nice environment , came for a Christmas meal staff were really attentive . Evan was very nice and helpful.

We stopped (4 adults) on our way home on Sunday 8th December at about 7.30pm from a week in Tenerife for our last meal.. dissatisfied would be an understatement. Waited ages for drinks, food was cold, beef slices were tuff and inedable, a fair amount of food went back. At no point were we asked if our food was ok, no connection with staff, when our plates were cleared food left was clearly visible, again no comment asking if we had any concerns. We then waited for ages for the bill, I went to the bar, asked the young girl for the bill and she just said "ok"with raised eyebrows. We then waited a while longer, no bill so we all went to the bar, at this point we said the service and food was unacceptable, the young girls response was just "oh sorry" We paid in full and left..not going back!

Booked for our wedding anniversary dinner! Always visit this venue for special events, they do not disappoint! Excellent service from the moment we stepped thru the door,wonderful food, clean and tidy , polite and helpful staff, bottle of prosecco on our table with a note from the venue for our anniversary. A really lovely gesture. This place never disappoints !

Great service from Josh - really nice welcome and attention during my visit for a meal. Thank you for a good experience after a busy work day!

Had an evening meal at the Vauxhall Inn in Tonbridge . I chose the crispy chicken burger. It was absolutely delicious , especially the hand prepared batter coating by Drew the Chef , on the chicken ..The chips were excellent too! Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice atmosphere. All round , very pleased with my dining experience . Will come back. 😀😀👍👍

We had a lovely lunch today at the Vauxhall. My husband had a toad in a hole, and I had a chicken burger. Hayley greeted us and looked after us. we would recommend the Vauxhall inn as a good choice of menu reasonably priced and a happy atmosphere.

Good food and great service. Scarlett and the manager provided a very friendly service and were very accommodating for our daughters birthday

I had an amazing dinner and our waitress, Harriet, was absolutely incredible for the second time! She made sure we had a lovely evening and took really good care of us - I’ll definitely come again!

Had a family lunch at the Vauxhall inn. Been there numerous times in the past few months. (The improvement since last year is staggering!) The food is delicious. Great portion sizes. Plenty of choice. Nice atmosphere. Very reasonable prices. Today, Friday 9th August was no exception. The 4 of us had lunch at 1pm. MaryAnne the manager was as awesome as ever, nothings too much trouble for her she goes above and beyond, always with a smile. As was our waitress, a new member of staff, Lacey. She was Professional yet very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. A really lovely young lady who is a credit to the team. Thank you both for making our lunch so enjoyable. Mandy

Lovely meal in an old pub with a nice atmosphere. I would recommend it. There is also a nice garden area with lots of seating. Huge car park so you never have to worry about parking.

Just grabbing dinner, Josh was absolutely amazing. Very hospitable and just all round fun to be around. Deserves every tip

Took my girlfriend here for dinner great atmosphere and really good draught beer selection happy they had my favourite Level Head on tap. I had steak and my partner had the hake steak was cooked perfectly and both arrived on hot plates Our waitress Martha was really nice and friendly I will definitely be recommending to friends and family

Mary -Ann welcomed us and introduced us to the new menu. She was extremely helpful nothing being too much trouble. We were probably the first or second people to arrive at lunchtime, but during our meal the restaurant filled up, at all time's Mary- Ann remained at the top of her game. I would recommend the Vauxhall Inn to anyone.

Went here today for the first time with some friends and WOW! Such a nice cozy pub with a lovely atmosphere.. I couldn’t fault a thing! The service and food were top tier and the spirits selection was impressive. We shall be back!

We sat down for a family meal on a Monday evening, the restaurant was very quiet at this time. We were greeted by Evan, who was an impeccable host, and seated us straight away, Evan was very welcoming and engaging, and made our first impression great. Janine was our waitress and was professional throughout, the team’s hospitality was superb. The food was great! I can recommend the cod for sure, and my wife enjoyed her lasagne, great position sizes. Great job!

We went to the Vauxhall for our mum birthday we all had a wonderful celebration my mum is a super fussy eater but Hayley did everything to accommodate us food was delicious and service was spot on thank you for a great evening

I love this place food was amazing and the staff are lovely 5 stars from us 😁 I love the menu, so much to choose from and the specials are amazing *****

Totally worth a visit, we came across the Vauxhall and decided to eat there on our way to Tonbridge. Well… we will definitely be returning, we walked in and didn’t have a booking “Not a problem” they said and sat us down at a table. We ordered our drinks and they arrived swiftly, then we ordered our food. Food came out and it was delicious, we ordered the Steak Pie & Chips and it was delicious. It was a proper pie! The Meat in it was soft and juicy, it had a decent amount of gravy inside to go with the Puff Pastry lid! We had the Seabass as well which was lovely cooked, the risotto was amazing! We throughly enjoyed both dishes. Only thing I would say is remember to put your registration, you don’t want to end up with a parking ticket.. 🥴 But all in all we can’t return. Thank you for a wonderful Saturday afternoon feast.

We came over to the Vauxhall to have dinner with friends. We arrived and was shown to our table by the lovely waitress. Ordering seemed easy and efficient. When the food came out we were more than impressed, the food was piping hot and delicious. We couldn't fault it. Drinks seem a reasonable price all in all a wonderful experience. Everyone complimented the food and service definitely worth a visit.

Really enjoyed our afternoon at the Vauxhall got such a warm welcome from the waitress the pub is very olde worldly lovely ambience our lunch was delicious well cooked and great portions lots of parking thank you for a great afternoon

Visited for dinner with my parents, service and standards were excellent from start to finish! Seated ahead of time although we were early, barman had a good knowledge of his wines (discovered an excellent Argentinian Malbec that was so nice I asked to photo the label to find it again!). Food was quick and piping hot, I had garlic mushrooms, a mixed grill which was just right in both portion size and cooking, and a caramel sundae which may have been a bit bold of me as I couldn’t finish it, it was so huge! Hats off to the management, couldn’t fault anything about the visit at all!!

Brilliant service and amazing food. My whole family loved it and the steak I had was perfect. I’ll definitely come back again!

Only disappointment was the breads and oils. Expected something a bit more artisan. Josh served us, what a nice friendly guy. Professional, attentive and polite. He really looked after us. A credit to your company

Visited for lunch with colleagues such nice staff and friendly environment I had the steak ciabatta and it was delicious tried the winter berry spritz yummy I would love to know the ingredients so I can make them at home will definitely be back again

Returned again to see what specials was available and again we wasn't disappointed, I had the seafood grill, the fish was cooked perfectly and the prawns were awesome! just a heads up the prawns are in their shell so I asked for a finger bowl. Our waiter Josh was pleasant and polite and nothing was too much. My friend dropped his fork and another server was on it straight away. attentive staff, cosy atmosphere really good food, I spoke with the manager after to let her know how much we enjoy it and she was lovely. we will be back to try those new specials and new menu you told us about, very excited about that! We nearly forgot to enter our car again but was reminded by bar staff, nothing is too much trouble for this place we love it

Great meal and the lady that served us, Harriet, was incredibly polite and friendly, she was a total delight, really made our visit!

I would thoroughly recommend the Vauxhall Inn. Its very friendly and the staff are very efficient. We visit every Saturday. The food is amazing and there is a varied menu and also Chefs Specials Board they cater for vegetarians and gluton free. The atmosphere is...

I came for Sunday lunch with a friend and the service was amazing. Our waitress, Harriet, was brilliant and really looked after us. The rest of the staff were lovely and the food was delicious too - I will definitely bring my family back here.

My fav place to go for lunch . Chicken BLT is to die for and highly recommend . Been her loads for lunch and dinner . Perfect local pub .

£100 fine !!!!!! stopped in for a couple drinks with my daughter. it was evening and dark. An empty carpark.... never did it appear to me or did anyone mention that id be receiving a massive penalty for visiting...Furious

Excellent service friendly staff and lovely food highly recommended for all and is pet friendly to ordered sausage for my dog and they caterer for your beloved pets to

Had a lovely time at the Vauxhall Inn with my family, including two children who are both fussy eaters. The food was lovely, really tasty and good portion sizes. The staff were friendly and helpful, the waiter recommended a gin to try as I couldn't...

Another great lunch at the Vauxhall inn, Hayley and then team are great and nothing is too much trouble! Highly recommend the burgers! Look forward to going back again!

My husband and I visited the Vauxhall Inn for date night. Everything was perfect. We was made to feel very welcome, the staff went above and beyond. Food was lovely and had a great selection of drinks. We will be back!

Make sure you register your car or you'll get a parking fine. The staff did not check we'd done it and we got a £100 fine. We didnt see the signs as it was dark when we arrived and left plus there were no lights...

Had an amazing time at the Vauxhall Inn, amazing food, amazing bar staff. I will definitely be returning and again thank you for a lovely lunch.

13 family members go in 4 cars for a birthday dinner. Have to order upfront as they cannot cope. Food was terrible, cold and very late. Got refund for 4 full meals as could not be eaten. Staff slow and rude. Never told to book...

I came here for a casual drink one evening and enjoyed the atmosphere and the fire. I returned a couple of weeks later for food with family and I was not disappointed. The service I could not fault and I never felt forgotten. I left...

Popped into the Vauxhall Inn in Tonbridge for a light lunch today, we were shown to our table by Josh who made us most welcome. Food was really enjoyable and will definitely go back again. Very Friendly and great service.

All staff very friendly and accommodating to needs. Particularly good with my Father who has dementia but always addressed his repeated comments and questions. Food quality was very good too. Not been here for a long time as no longer in the area, but, should...

Staying at the Premier Inn next door my colleague and I came to the Vauxhall Inn for both dinner and breakfast. Wow. It really couldn't have been better, either in the morning or the evening! Service was friendly and sincere. The fish mixed grill (for...

Stayed at the hotel last night, the breakfast was amazing, Steph the lady in the morning was so welcoming and even the chef came and asked us if the food was lovely. Amazing amazing amazing 🤩

Now becoming one of my regular places to go and would highly recommend don’t forget to put your car registration in on arrival I nearly forgot this time but a member of staff reminded me! Visited again with family and tried the specials menu again....

We were served the Chief's special Seafood Selection by Hayley. She, and her colleagues, worked tirelessly to serve a very busy lunchtime session. It was all done to the highest professional standards and, importantly, with friendliness, courteousness, and a SMILE! The food was delicious, but...

Steak and ale pie superb. Huge serving. Great service from Hayley. Definitely recommend and a huge improvement from our last visit .

Visited this pub for Burns Night with family. Staff was very friendly, Manager was lovely and very helpful upon arrival. they was bit rushed off their feet. we had the 4 course burns night menu for £28, good value and my venison was really good,...

Everything went perfectly and good experience for everyone. If you want a good honest pib and food can't really do better

19/01/2024 Great atmosphere, friendly, helpful Maryanne that constantly checked to see if we were ok , tables cleared quickly. The ribeye steak 🥩 was cooked just as my friends and I liked. So glad us 3 ladies live nearby in Rosewell house. Gloria Thripp

Fabulous family meal for 10 celebrating X2 Birthdays. Mixture of lunch and main menu offered, prices do vary. Greeted upon arrival, clear signs to sign in car and staff looked after us all throughout our meal. Makes a change having happy staff, they were fantastic...

Brilliant food excellent service found them so friendly , especially helping me and my partner as he’s blind and I struggle reading so helpful and can’t wait to come back

We came in for a family meal for our last Christmas get together the staff were fantastic food was great as well

Upon arrival the staff were very friendly we were shown to our table the food was mouth watering we will definitely be returning when we next visit the area

Great food made Christmas family loved every second pub was decorated lovely, Maryann was exemplary, the rest of the staff could not have been any more helpful.

We booked Christmas dinner here as we had known the pub over the years and used to love it. We traveled a 100 mile round-trip and were shown to an upstairs table( which was wobbly)There were NO Christmas decorations at all just rather shabby decor....

The new management mother and sons team have improved the experience at this great pub. Good food with lovely attentive service. Highly recommend. Rob Foreman

Had such a great time! Lovely food, good value and wonderful friendly and helpful staff. It was my son’s birthday and staff really went out of their way to make it special. Thank you so much. Highly recommended. Will definitely be back x

Booked Christmas meal for 16. Hayley was extremely helpful. On the day all the meals were served on time. The food was great, all served hot. When it came to paying, all very organised.. everyone paid individually with no queries Would definitely recommend Hayley and...

7 for Christmas set lunch, a slight mix up with our order but Hayley the manager was amazing and sorted everything. The food was great as was the service. A very passionate manager who wants the best for her customers. Will definitely return.

Unprofessional service unabashedly hostile. Doesn't know what's on or off the menu, the specials don't exist and be prepared to wait. "I hope this makes him happy" as she stuck a plate down. Foods over salted and feels frost burn on the chicken.

Food came quickly and was hot. Served by Janine did very well as she was the only waitress there. Very friendly and attentive.

Evening drink, friendly staff, seems a busy place to go for food and drinks but not pleased with cleanliness of glasses here

Fantastic food and service. Our waitress Scarlet couldn`t have been more helpful and Hayley made the whole thing easy and hassle free. Just what you want. We`ll visit again soon.

Intro the Vauxhall inn and was up to see my sister and brother in law we went there for lunch and we were there to eat dinner together we had such a fantastic time and looked after would recommend this restaurant to anyone that visiting...

We have visited the Vauxhall on several occasions, and each time we have been very impressed with the service and the menu. Hayley was our waitress, and we were well looked after with her friendly manner, even though they were obviously very busy and short...

Had a lovely Christmas lunch with friends at The Vauxhall today. Food was delicious and service was friendly and efficient despite being fully booked. Will definitely be visiting again soon.

We went to the Vauxhall Inn for a family festive Sunday lunch which we had pre-booked and ordered as there were 17 in our group. We were made aware that another large group was also dining. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time and the food...

Popped in for a bite to eat with my wife and sister in law was taken care of straight away for a table.service was quick n very freindly.food and drinks ordered n out asap .atmosphere chilled n relaxed and food n drink very excellent. Marks...

Went back to the Vauxhall Inn for a second visit as we wanted to try the festive menu so glad we did! The prawn starter was amazing and my roast turkey dinner was delicious. The staff are really friendly Mary Anne couldn’t do enough for...

Walked in for breakfast and was swiftly turned away as they wasn’t serving breakfast to people who wasn’t staying in the premier inn. Also the waitress was quite rude in telling us so. The restaurant was empty so we couldn’t understand why we was turned...

Less than one, we took our daughter for lunch we parked no problem went in it was a little busy not an issue got a table chose what to drink went to bar to place an order and get menus queued only had two bar...

The Vauxhall have recently changed their parking policy without any visible notification. You now have to register your vehicle at the bar. I have no problem with this; but it's a very recent change and they do not make it obvious. This has resulted in...

We went on the off chance of having a table for lunch, although they were extremely busy we were found a table and not turned away. Ordered from the lunch menu which had a good choice ,did not have to wait long for the food...

Great choice of well-cooked tasty food. Good prices. Best of all Mary-Ann the fantastic waitress. Cheerful, efficient and sooo hard- working!

We visited for lunch yesterday whilst we were in the area. Mary-Ann and her team looked after us very well. Lunch was served quickly and the food was hot and tasty. We all had a different dish and all enjoyed our meal.

Lovely evening in a beautiful old building. The service from Scarlet and Aimee was both attentive and friendly, the food was good and well presented.

Very rude manager. Not what you would expect from the hospitality sector. Not going to go back and have cancelled future plans there.

I was going to start the review with the excellent non gluten containing menu offered at this traditional pub but it would be amiss of me not to mention the great service. My evening was a joy, the staff 'gems' often a rarity in the...

When we walked into the Vauxhall Inn we immediately felt warmed and comfortable with the decor. That was the end of our good experience. 2 things I tried to order on the menu were sold out so I went for the classic: fish and chips....

Lovely meal last night with a friend, Molly looked after us really well and we would definitely return.

Thank you so much Molly for making my birthday wonderful, u are a true gem. The food was all beautifully cooked and service was fast.

Had a lovely meal with a friend, we were looked after wonderfully by Molly, good value, would recommend.

Friendly pub for meals with good menu. A great place for lunch with good service - today from Maryann.

Had a lovely time celebrating my Nans 80th birthday here, served by Hayley and her team! The food was lovely and all the staff were very attentive and ensured my Nan had a lovely day! Great portions for great prices! Thank you for the lovely...

Lovely food, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Visited on my dad's birthday, 15th October. We all had a lovely time. Thanks to the wonderful staff, beautiful old building. Definitely be back when visiting the area again. Thank you x

Went here for lunch with my partner and has such a lovely lunch! Food was great, staff were friendly. We met a lovely staff member called Georgia who was so funny! We left with huge smiles on our faces. Definitely worth a visit.

Absolutely the worst meal and experience...EVER My daughters birthday party with five members of out family. We booked for 5.30pm as my daughter and her friend like to eat early. Restaurant was empty but our food didnt arrive until 19.05. Five of the items we...

The welcoming was not very friendly. The food was horrendous. We have eaten here many times but today I had raw and burnt potatoes on same plate. The food had a strange taste to the whole meal. It was not very nice at all. The...

Maryann made sure we got a lovely table even without booking. Great service and absolutely lovely food. We will definitely try to get back soon:)

Had an amazing meal and our server was so lovely and attentive. The manger said hi and the whole day was amazing. The roast was lovely to eat and the kids meals were so filling.

A very disappointing meal , I asked for medium steak . It was rare blood ruined my meal and appetite . Family member had scampi ( which was cold ) Over all very disappointing, i did complain when my plate was removed but just got...

Great place to eat with friends. We were served by Janine, really attentive and friendly - great service and will definitely be back

Had a fantastic roast with amazing cracking with plenty of meat not cut wafer thin, I think it was hand carved. Will definitely go back again and tell friends and family

I had a lovely time catching up with friends while being served by Mary Ann. Such a lovely person and gave great service. With great food for a good price.

Great spot lunch was lovely, Georgia was very sweet . Risotto was delicious, good choice on menu a bit expensive

Fantastic lunch. Highly recommend the Korean BBQ chicken to start. We ate from the specials menu and the regular and it was all delicious. Will be back again soon. Service was great from Molly, Aimee and Josh. Thanks all!

A wonderful please we really enjoyed the home comforts and the staff were amazing and the food was just wow

What a lovely pub! We went here for a family dinner, I had the cod and chips and the kids had burgers the food was great the batter was nice and crispy and the portion size was generous. Our waitress was really helpful and friendly...