The best restaurants serving British food in Ashford South East

Pub was empty and we had to sit outside in a marquee in March. Yes we was a large group but the pub was empty. Some food was under cooked and not all food came out on time even after we pre booked our 40th birthday dinner. Large family meal out and we will not be coming back. Manger says nothing wrong with the service or food. What a joke. Best service was from the lady serving the bar oh and the restaurant. Well understaffed and poor customer service . Never expect a manager to argue with customers. Avoid.

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

We had a fantastic Sunday roast here today and really enjoyed our visit! The calamari starter was delicious, the lamb shank for the main was cooked to perfection, and the strawberry cheesecake was the perfect way to finish the meal—all absolutely excellent. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and our waitress, Carolyn, was brilliant. We also had a lovely chat with the owners, Andy and Sammy, who shared some great stories about the pub’s history. We’ll definitely be back and will be recommending it to our friends too!

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

A great find.... : ) Very nice coffees & baked potato lunches today. An array of some very good looking cakes there too, though sadly didn't try those this time. Note to self.... Maybe next visit? : D

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.

Friendly, welcoming staff; comfortable seating, a good choice on the menu and reasonable prices. What more could you want? Can certainly recommend.

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.

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.

I’m afraid this was one of the worst fish and chips I have ever tasted. The chips were very old and dry, certainly not made fresh like most of the chip shops in my area. The tasted like cardboard. The fish, although having flavour, was so soggy that it made us feel a bit sick. The batter wasn’t crispy at all, it was just wet and slimy. Partly from being put in the box upside down, but not nice nevertheless. My local st Michael’s , tenterden chip shop, always serves up fresh perfect food, please take a tip or two from them!

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.