I was taken to the Kentish Hare for a birthday Sunday lunch. The food at this restaurant was very high quality. I had yellowfin tuna tartare starter which came with watermelon, avocado and orange ponzu, it was divine. For a main course my son-in-law and I shared a roast beef dish and I finished with Bramley apple crumble. My wife and daughter had fishcake followed by roast lamb and then Amalfi lemon parfait. The main course came with a selection of perfectly cooked vegetables. There was a good and varied wine menu and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. I had the non-alcoholic passion fruit martino shown in the picture. It was all delicious. The portions were generous and the service was friendly, efficient and quick. The atmosphere was relaxed and we could see the chefs working in the open kitchen. I will be returning frequently.
David Martin
I popped in for a cheeky lunch here this week, having been before and being in the area(ish). I was warmly greeted and seated straight away. The menus were provided, and the set lunch option was an obvious choice. The staff are very attentive to dietary requirements and ask about allergies before taking your order. I chose the terrine to start with, which arrived with some sourdough bread on the side. The terrine was made up of chicken ham and black pudding and was delicious. It had a great texture mixing the chunks of ham and chicken with the softer black pudding. Served with a little salad leaves and some shitake and date ketchup. It was very tasty indeed. Next, I went for the lamb and ordered a side order of hispi cabbage. This was an absolutely delicious plate of food and very well executed. The lamb was a rolled shoulder that was incredibly flavoursome and a little crispy and not soggy and fatty. Served with this was the most smooth and decadent mashed potato. A few turnips and some leaves of perhaps Cavalo Nero and a plentiful amount of sauce (jus) made up the rest of the plate. Delicious! Now, I am going to mention the side dish of hispi cabbage as it was without doubt the best cabbage I have ever had. It was simply delicious. Yes a bowl of cabbage.!! It was just cooked and well seasoned, and coated with white miso, butter, and chili. It really was fabulous. I should have stopped here, but my greedy side came out when they offered dessert, and I saw the Bramley apple crumble and custard. It's apple crumble, big deal? Under a big mound of crunchy pebble like crumble was a tart but sweet, deep pile of apple, unmistakably Bradley's. A little jug of vanilla custard on the side finished it off. The crumble was buttery, yet crunchy, the apple was pure Bramley deliciousness and the custard, warm, not hot, not too thick and heavy with vanilla. The most comforting choice for a dessert and it certainly delivered. All in all, everything i ate was well thought out and very tasty. Now I must also mention the staff, who were attentive but not intrusive, very engaging and knowledgeable about the menu too. I also want to mention the young lady who greeted me and found me a table. I don't think she was waiting staff, as such, but more the front of house and bar manager. (I apologise for not getting her name). She worked nonstop, always on the go, and always cheerful. There is a great team at the Kentish Hare, making for a great experience. I will certainly be back again for sure.
George Anger
Fantastic restaurant with high quality food and excellent service.
Rob D
First visit, our party of four had a very memorable lunch. Excellent food beautifully presented. All members of staff were delightful. Thank you, we'll be back!
steven bellett
This was our first visit to the Kentish Hare. We booked a table for a Thursday lunchtime and chose from the fixed price three course menu.The pub/restaurant itself is modern clean, airy and informal and, when we went, not particularly busy. The service was friendly and attentive but not overbearing and the food was well thought out, superbly cooked and very tasty.The wine list was not extensive but covered all the bases and looked well considered.All in all, it was a great experince, fantastic food at a reasonable price (certainly for the quality). We're so glad we discovered this gem and will definitely be coming back.
C E
Had a sunday roast, was very high quality. £35 for two courses. Higher price point definitely reflected in the excellent quality. Drink prices reasonable.
Mark Dunmall
Lovely food, hot and good portions.
Daniela Pavel
Lovely gastro pub with delicious food and great service.
Denisa Bal.
Absolutely lovely restaurant one of the best ones I’ve been to!
Visited on a last min Sunday. Food was great and service was fast. Will come back for trying out the menu. Generous portions too.
Elizabeth S
Thank you to all the staff at the Kentish Hare for an absolutely wonderful dinner on 23 December. We had pre-booked from the Christmas menu, and every dish was perfectly cooked - just delicious! Warm and welcoming atmosphere. I can recommend without any hesitation.
norri58
It was only ok. I would not really want to go again. and it was expensive. The staff were a bit offhand.
John Brooks
Another great meal.Food all served hot, and beautifully presented.
Oliver Smith
The food, staff and general feel was absolutely top notch. We had 2 course Sunday lunch which was better than any Sunday roast I can remember (apart from Mums ?). The staff were attentive and so friendly. Visit if you get the chance!!
I was taken to the Kentish Hare for a birthday Sunday lunch. The food at this restaurant was very high quality. I had yellowfin tuna tartare starter which came with watermelon, avocado and orange ponzu, it was divine. For a main course my son-in-law and I shared a roast beef dish and I finished with Bramley apple crumble. My wife and daughter had fishcake followed by roast lamb and then Amalfi lemon parfait. The main course came with a selection of perfectly cooked vegetables. There was a good and varied wine menu and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. I had the non-alcoholic passion fruit martino shown in the picture. It was all delicious. The portions were generous and the service was friendly, efficient and quick. The atmosphere was relaxed and we could see the chefs working in the open kitchen. I will be returning frequently.
I popped in for a cheeky lunch here this week, having been before and being in the area(ish). I was warmly greeted and seated straight away. The menus were provided, and the set lunch option was an obvious choice. The staff are very attentive to dietary requirements and ask about allergies before taking your order. I chose the terrine to start with, which arrived with some sourdough bread on the side. The terrine was made up of chicken ham and black pudding and was delicious. It had a great texture mixing the chunks of ham and chicken with the softer black pudding. Served with a little salad leaves and some shitake and date ketchup. It was very tasty indeed. Next, I went for the lamb and ordered a side order of hispi cabbage. This was an absolutely delicious plate of food and very well executed. The lamb was a rolled shoulder that was incredibly flavoursome and a little crispy and not soggy and fatty. Served with this was the most smooth and decadent mashed potato. A few turnips and some leaves of perhaps Cavalo Nero and a plentiful amount of sauce (jus) made up the rest of the plate. Delicious! Now, I am going to mention the side dish of hispi cabbage as it was without doubt the best cabbage I have ever had. It was simply delicious. Yes a bowl of cabbage.!! It was just cooked and well seasoned, and coated with white miso, butter, and chili. It really was fabulous. I should have stopped here, but my greedy side came out when they offered dessert, and I saw the Bramley apple crumble and custard. It's apple crumble, big deal? Under a big mound of crunchy pebble like crumble was a tart but sweet, deep pile of apple, unmistakably Bradley's. A little jug of vanilla custard on the side finished it off. The crumble was buttery, yet crunchy, the apple was pure Bramley deliciousness and the custard, warm, not hot, not too thick and heavy with vanilla. The most comforting choice for a dessert and it certainly delivered. All in all, everything i ate was well thought out and very tasty. Now I must also mention the staff, who were attentive but not intrusive, very engaging and knowledgeable about the menu too. I also want to mention the young lady who greeted me and found me a table. I don't think she was waiting staff, as such, but more the front of house and bar manager. (I apologise for not getting her name). She worked nonstop, always on the go, and always cheerful. There is a great team at the Kentish Hare, making for a great experience. I will certainly be back again for sure.
Fantastic restaurant with high quality food and excellent service.
First visit, our party of four had a very memorable lunch. Excellent food beautifully presented. All members of staff were delightful. Thank you, we'll be back!
This was our first visit to the Kentish Hare. We booked a table for a Thursday lunchtime and chose from the fixed price three course menu.The pub/restaurant itself is modern clean, airy and informal and, when we went, not particularly busy. The service was friendly and attentive but not overbearing and the food was well thought out, superbly cooked and very tasty.The wine list was not extensive but covered all the bases and looked well considered.All in all, it was a great experince, fantastic food at a reasonable price (certainly for the quality). We're so glad we discovered this gem and will definitely be coming back.
Had a sunday roast, was very high quality. £35 for two courses. Higher price point definitely reflected in the excellent quality. Drink prices reasonable.
Lovely food, hot and good portions.
Lovely gastro pub with delicious food and great service.
Absolutely lovely restaurant one of the best ones I’ve been to!
Absolutely brilliant restaurant ?
Restaurantji Recommends
Visited on a last min Sunday. Food was great and service was fast. Will come back for trying out the menu. Generous portions too.
Thank you to all the staff at the Kentish Hare for an absolutely wonderful dinner on 23 December. We had pre-booked from the Christmas menu, and every dish was perfectly cooked - just delicious! Warm and welcoming atmosphere. I can recommend without any hesitation.
It was only ok. I would not really want to go again. and it was expensive. The staff were a bit offhand.
Another great meal.Food all served hot, and beautifully presented.
The food, staff and general feel was absolutely top notch. We had 2 course Sunday lunch which was better than any Sunday roast I can remember (apart from Mums ?). The staff were attentive and so friendly. Visit if you get the chance!!