The Bridge Arms

4.8

62 Reviews

£41 and over

Modern European

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2 people

31 Mar 2025

March 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

The Bridge Arms is nestled within the beautiful rural village of Bridge situated within the Nailbourne Valley 2.5km South of the cathedral city of Canterbury. Originally a coaching inn, The Bridge Arms dates back to the 16th century, once a baiting house the grade II listed pub boasts large original fireplaces for the winter months and sparse outside garden with outside bar for the warmer summer months.

This iconic pub has undergone a transformation under the new ownership of Daniel and Natasha Smith (owners of The Michelin Starred Fordwich Arms) in 2021, restoring the pub to its former glory.

The menu concept created by Daniel & Natasha uses seasonal produce to support our local suppliers and to accommodate guests looking for a family friendly pub while highlighting the best British produce.

Within 9 months of opening The Bridge Arms was also awarded a Michelin Star as well as being listed in the top 100 restaurant awards.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, English
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
01227 286534
Website
https://www.bridgearms.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
53 High St, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5LA
Area
Canterbury
Cross Street
We are located along the main High Street just next to the zebra crossing.
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
You can reach us on the number 17 bus route from Canterbury Bus Station.Alternatively we highly recommend Kev's Taxi's - 07887 668940
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

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Canterbury
Best Overall
Canterbury
Best Food
Canterbury
Best Service
Canterbury
Best Ambience
Canterbury
Best Value
Canterbury
Good for business meals
Canterbury
Innovative
Canterbury
Neighbourhood gem
Canterbury
Romantic
Canterbury
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Bridge Arms consistently delights with "wonderful friendly service" and "exceptionally good food" that is "locally sourced and fresh." Patrons rave about the "best roast dinner" and "succulent meat." The venue is "lovely" and "welcoming," making it a perfect spot for "memorable" occasions and "great dining experiences."

62 Reviews

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Lyndsay
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious from start to finish! Wonderful friendly service. We shall be back
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steve VIP
London25 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Exceptionally good food at very reasonable prices.
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OpenTable Diner
London9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderfully locally sourced and fresh food very well presented and prepared to perfection. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. The choice of music is not to everyone’s taste and unfortunately the fireplace was not lit today which would have been nice on this damp and cool Sunday.
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Diana
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely venue, friendly and welcoming staff. Very wide selection on the menu. Definitely will go back.
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Nigel
Essex7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service which was just the ticket for a special occasion
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Sarah
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very engaging staff, lovely food 5* all round excellent experience
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Rosalind
Kent3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Memorable birthday lunch on a sunny spring day. A hot, crisp home-made bread round, glazed with parsley butter seeping down into a soft centre, set the tone. Perfect, fresh sole and cod followed, each wirh a small pan of warm meuniere sauce - the cod's with some caviare folded in. The lemon sole was hand filleted and the cod seared and cooked through, with tasty mini veg - parsnip, leek, endive, potato. Square-cut, deep fried chips and a bottle of sauvignon blanc and helpful, friendly service added up to a great meal. Every drop of sauce was mopped up with the remaining bread! Our two desserts were equally delightful - one a warm pear tartlet with piped ice cream and the other a raspberry meringue pavlova.
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spencer
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb roast lamb Sunday lunch. Just gets better and better.
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Georgina
Bath6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely Sunday Roast. Great service. Delicious roast beef, super dog friendly and we will definitely return.
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Tom
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was outstanding, really enjoyed all 3 courses. Choice of wine was great. We loved it and are keen to return in the near future!
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The Bridge Arms is rated 4.8 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 8 times today

53 High St, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5LA

Additional information

Cross Street
We are located along the main High Street just next to the zebra crossing.
Area
Canterbury
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, English
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Public transit
You can reach us on the number 17 bus route from Canterbury Bus Station.Alternatively we highly recommend Kev's Taxi's - 07887 668940
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://www.bridgearms.co.uk/
Phone number
01227 286534

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