Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Tonbridge

12 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells restaurant

1. The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 113 times today

Set just a few minute’s walk from the idyllic and iconic Pantiles Georgian colonnade, The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells offers sophisticated and friendly all-day dining to local residents and visitors alike. Located on the bustling High Street of Royal Tunbridge Wells, the restaurant make for an ideal spot to enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving British classics from dawn until dusk, including breakfast, elevenses, weekend brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, light snacks, dinner and cocktails.

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2. Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar

4.5

Awesome(440)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 21 times today

Essence by Atul Kochhar has opened at The Pantiles this winter. The two time Micheline Star Chef has created a unique menu for this beautiful restaurant. Register your interest for events and news.

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3. The Vineyard Wrotham

4.6

Exceptional(87)

Price: Expensive

• English • West Malling

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to The Vineyard, an exquisite English fine dining experience nestled in the heart of Wrotham Heath, Kent. Our culinary haven invites you to embark on a journey of indulgence, where every dish is a masterpiece crafted with passion, precision, and the finest locally-sourced ingredients.

4. Papermakers Arms

4.6

Exceptional(831)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Sevenoaks

Booked 4 times today

Papermakers Arms is a country pub oozing rural charm & rustic character, set in the picturesque village of Plaxtol. Offering the finest British food locally sourced (wherever possible) from quality suppliers, this impressive destination pub serves the heart of the community as well as visitors from further afield. The seasonal menus are complemented by carefully selected cask ales, a superior list of fine wines & an extensive gin menu many of which are produced locally.Come along & enjoy one of Kent’s best kept secrets! You will find us nestled in Plaxtol village, close to the incredible National Trust's Ightham Mote. Enjoy a wonderful meal on our south-facing terrace or by our log fire in the winter. We look forward to welcoming you soon! LATEST NEWS* Happy Hour* Every Friday 4-6pm*LIVE MUSIC & HOG ROAST* Sunday 30th April from 5:30Please refer to our website for full details!

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5. The Poet at Matfield

4.8

Exceptional(3054)

Price: Expensive

• British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 12 times today

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams. In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet. Late cancellations - £20 per person.

6. St Leonard’s

4.8

Exceptional(278)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • West Malling

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to St. Leonard’s, a modern British restaurant located in the pretty market town of West Malling in Kent. Open Wednesday to Sunday St. Leonard’s offers modern seasonal a la carte dining, tasting menus, private dining, a set lunch menu, Wednesday steak night, weekend brunch and Sunday roasts alongside a well curated wine-list and classic cocktails.

7. The Moody Mare

4.4

Awesome(2103)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Wrotham

Booked 14 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday with food served all day from noon.We now have 3 Giant heated Tipis, they provide lots of fresh air and a lovely open environment, they are also heated.Formerly an 18th Century farmhouse boasting exposed beams, oak floors, exposed brickwork and oak tables. This leads to a very relaxed and cosy atmosphere with candle lit tables and real flame stoves.The cuisine is typically modern European, classically cooked using cornerstones such as stock pots to create their sauces with a brigade that has a passion for what they do. This is exciting times for the pub which now has a new bar serving real ale straight from the cask. Be sure to check out the website regularly to keep up with the latest events and offers.

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8. Bowleys at the Plough

4.8

Exceptional(189)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • West Malling

Booked 7 times today

The Plough isn't your average countryside pub. Sitting on a quiet lane in a quintessentially English village, The Plough was set to be sold off the developers when 120 members of the community came together to invest, and save, their local. After its purchase and renovation, the Yates family took over the kitchen and opened the pub's small, but proud, restaurant, Bowleys. Head Chef Alex Yates is still very early on in his career but though only in his early twenties, he has already spent two years in the kitchens at The Goring Hotel in London, as well as having gained experience with Rick Stein and even once cooking for the Queen. Bowleys menus have a traditional feel and adhere to classic, English fare with a fine dining twist. There are several options to choose between including a tasting menu, set lunch, a la carte, brunch and Sunday lunch. The tasting menu is the jewel in Bowleys crown and consists of five courses, with an optional sixth.

9. Chef's Table

4.9

Exceptional(62)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • West Malling

Booked 6 times today

Nestled in the picturesque heart of West Malling, Kent. Welcome to Chefs Table, where every dish tells a story of passion, creativity, and excellence. Led by Chef Owner Bradley Redding, honored with a prestigious Michelin guide entry for 2024, we invite you on a gastronomic journey in our cosy 12 seater restaurant. From the freshest ingredients sourced locally to the innovative techniques mastered in our kitchen, each plate is a masterpiece crafted with precision and care. Experience the magic of culinary artistry and indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave an unforgettable mark on your palate.Brunch: Thursday - Sunday 9.30am-1.30pmDinner: Thursday-Saturday 6pm-10pmA-la-carte available Thursdays Only. Tasting menu available Friday & Saturday only

A photo of The Abergavenny Arms restaurant

10. The Abergavenny Arms

4.1

Excellent(872)

Price: Moderate

• British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 8 times today

The Abergavenny Arms serves a delightful mixture of traditional English Pub Classics. We source the ingredients from local producers wherever possible and all our food is freshly prepared and created in our kitchen. The Team provide a warm welcome and are here to ensure you have a memorable gastronomic experience. Food is available daily. As one of the oldest Pubs in the country , dating back to 1450, we have a relaxed cosy restaurant with open fires and aged oak beams, and in the warmer days you can enjoy our sun trap garden with far reaching views over the Eridge Park Estate. We offer plenty of parking and friendly dogs are welcome in the lounge bar and garden.

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RussellVIP
London •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Consistency is the name of the game with The Ivy and the Tunbridge Wells branch really delivers good quality, value meals. I’d like to give a shout-out to our waitress who was polite, efficient and attentive. Well done you!
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The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Tunbridge Wells
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4.4
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Robert
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We ate lunchtime in peaceful quiet surroundings. Just what we wanted. Couldn’t fault our lovely lunch.
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Papermakers ArmsPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Sevenoaks
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4.6
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Sally
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wow! We went to The Poet for the first time last night to celebrate a significant birthday and it was fantastic. From the moment we entered the building we were made to feel very special. The food was amazing and the staff very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed every bit of the evening. I would highly recommend The Poet to anyone wanting to experience top quality restaurant food and wine.
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The Poet at MatfieldPrice: Expensive• British• Tunbridge Wells
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4.8
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JOHN
Kent •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very nice Sunday lunch at reasonable price. Why does a glass of wine cost £10 Tablecloth would have been nice
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The Vineyard WrothamPrice: Expensive• English• West Malling
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4.6
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Laura
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Our Christmas dinner at Essence was perfect in every way. The food was absolutely delicious and perfectly served. The staff were very warm and friendly. All the thoughtful little extras were much appreciated. Everything was memorable and special and we may make this a family Christmas tradition!
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Essence at the Pantiles by Atul KochharPrice: Expensive• Indian• Tunbridge Wells
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4.5

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells

2. Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar

3. The Vineyard Wrotham

4. Papermakers Arms

5. The Poet at Matfield

6. St Leonard’s

7. The Moody Mare

8. Bowleys at the Plough

9. Chef's Table

10. The Abergavenny Arms

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