The best restaurants serving British food in Ashford South East

After a long period of absence we went for drinks here on Christmas Eve. Not a single pump was working and a small bottle of Peroni and an equally small (and disgusting) bottle of Prosecco was charged at £10! The manager was overheard telling another punter that they were “running down the stock” which translates to “we’re going to be closing soon”. Such a shame - this used to be an amazing pub years ago. Mis-management has led to the state it is now in. Bring back the former owners.

Delicious food had 7 of us, friendly staff, cozy atmosphere hidden off the side and big menu, can order before others, recommend to come if other places are busy.

AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE. Because that's what you'll get if you eat there. Revolting

Wanted to like this place and show support as it hasn't been open long, but. ........Of our two starters one wasn't hot enough and the other (halloumi fries) was overdone.......I mean, how can you overdo halloumi fries ? Mains were OK......just OK. The girls serving showed a lack of care, and I wouldn't want to be the owners relying on them to be the front of their business. Mind you the owner was there and she didn't show much care herself. A very basic expectation is to be asked during the meal if the food was satisfactory, but no chance of that. So good luck guys, but if our experience was typical you have an uphill battle at a time when it is very difficult to run a pub or restaurant. On the plus side, it was decorated nicely and felt very homely.

Went along to a big charity event laid on. What a great day. Lots of family friendly fun, live music, games & outdoorsy type foods. Such a great all round experience & will be keeping my eye out for similar from this lovely village pub. Well done Bonny Cravat

Had a busy day so stopped off for breakfast at the church view tea rooms ashford, although it was fairly busy we were made to feel welcome by the staff. The breakfast was piping hot and all cooked to order. A big thank you to the staff members for making us so welcome. Thank you

Excellent little cafe/restaurant and tea room in the heart of Hamstreet. Excellent service and excellent good quality food in such pleasant surroundings. Trevor has been an invaluable addition to the already lovely team. Well done Sadie, Danielle and Trevor for making our visit enjoyable. A must visit for anyone who likes a great experience in both food and company.

We used to visit this cafe on a very regular basis, but due to difficult family circumstances, this was our first opportunity to return in 9 months. We were welcomed with open arms by the owner (Karen) and by the waitresses (Yvonne, Pip and Maisie), who all said how much they'd missed us, and how lovely it was to see us again. Pip and Yvonne both remembered our usual order (particularly impressive, as I have a restricted diet and have to slightly alter a dish on the menu). The food is top-quality, freshly prepared, and absolutely delicious. In these days where the impersonal machine is king, it is lovely to visit an establishment where you receive top-notch personal service, and where you are made to feel like a friend rather than merely a customer. I truly cannot recommend Williams & Thomas highly enough - it is the best tearoom in Kent.

Sorry it has taken so long to review the best roast dinner in Biddenden! Such a friendly warm place for a family meal. Don't go there expecting glitz and glamour, this is a proper countryside restaurant, you will not be disappointed!

What a great shop. We went because the powers that be closed our local Dymchurch butchers shop and we wanted to see what Aldington had to offer. We weren't disappointed. Friendly staff and so well stocked up with meat as well as ready to cook meals, kebabs, cheese, wine, gravies. The pork stakes are really thick and the lamb steaks where a good size and had the bone taken out - bonus. Forgot to ask about the fish, didn't see any though. We'll go back or put an order in by phone as they deliver if it's more than £25. The guy serving us also lives in The Bay and gave us more direct directions back but we must have taken a wrong turn. It was a nice day so it didn't really matter.

I came for a Sunday breakfast with my wife and child last month and had a very poor meal unfortunately. I had the breakfast sandwich, the bacon was tough no hint of being crisp with a layer of unrendered almost raw fat and mostly all barely warm. My kids had the pancakes and were expecting something light and fluffy but they resembled a stodgey scone with no real taste. My wife had a cold poached egg. I dislike leaving a negative review but we were all looking forward to breakfast and at £70 ish not cheap and not worth it. One thing - I had a nice coffee and good service - just very poor food.

Had a very enjoyable lunch last Sunday. Service was attentive and friendly. Food was well cooked and seasoned. Yorkshire puddings were really excellent. Venue has large parking space and level pathways to interior. [If you have mobility issues use the left hand side carpark at the end of the drive] In all excellent value.

Enjoyed a two-course lunch today with a large group of friends. The food was well-cooked and well-presented. The staff worked hard to ensure that the meals were served quickly. We were made to feel very welcome.

It's an establishment with an eclectic decor. We only called in for coffee and a specialist tea. Freshly made, they were excellent and served by very friendly staff. People around us were having breakfast and these looked delicious. I had a look at the menu on which there were good choices and I am sure that we will be back to try the food.

Had a local society dinner here a couple of nights ago. In the run up to Christmas, such dinners can sometimes be a bit of a let down but not this one. The meal served by the friendly, helpful staff in very pleasant surroundings was very tasty and more than ample. My wife is Gluten Free but her diet did not cause any problem whatsoever. We will certainly return to try their Sunday Lunch, of which we have heard very good reports.