Best Places and Services in Aylesford, Kent (2025)

Rating: 4 / 5

The restaurant was very busy, many of the staff seemed young and inexperienced, it was evident training was going on, there were long waits for everything, which was fine with us as not on a tight schedule and staying in the hotel. The King Prawn Starter the Prawns were not cleaned well, we complained and they were swiftly returned to the kitchen, we were offered a replacement but declined the charge was removed from the bill. The Chipotle Chicken was sensational.

Rating: 4 / 5

Always a good steak here. Don’t think the over all service or setting quite makes it a knock out 5* but the food none the less was great. I saw my wine and soft drink sat on the bar for ages before being put at the table so given was a table clearly in sight I’d have liked to see a quicker delivery and simple no ice require at but getting ice just makes the 5* experience down to a 4. But that’s petty. Food was really nice however, the same green/cress dressing really doesn’t need to be on all dishes. Halloumi nibble, the starter and main blessed with it. Seriously why are all restaurants doing this nowadays, just gets frustrating as adds almost no value. Anyway I get distracted. Like I say, food was really nice for a lunch so can’t complain

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited this branch on Saturday for our anniversary. Was a lovely vibe, the atmosphere was great. Very friendly and welcoming from the start till leaving. We received great service from our server Lyndsey, she was always at hand to make sure we had everything we needed. Good was 10/10 especially the garlic mushrooms, although everything else was wonderful too. Cocktails were delicious and strong not watered down. Thanks for such a please t evening

Rating: 5 / 5

We are there on Saturday for a Christmas lunch, we were a big group so we were sat over two tables but they placed us in a nook where we could still all talk together. Our server, Sarah was very attentive, charming and a lovely sense of humour. The food and drinks were great, rolled out of there by the end of it after having the festive menu.

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice little cafe and was packed when I came! Which is a good sign. I had Black Pudding Hash and it was AMAZING!!! Nice combination of ingredients and bit of different breakfast with some tasty mustard, it was seriously good and this place from now on my favourite Breakfast Place! Service is fast and very friendly too. I had fantastic breakfast there!

Rating: 5 / 5

I love this little cafe. The best full English breakfast anywhere in Kent. And don’t get me started on the fresh cakes 🍰 5 ⭐ all day long.

Rating: 5 / 5

Ordered an afternoon tea for to takeaway. I emailed Aunt Sally’s and they replied quickly and confirmed the order. Arrived and collected at midday and out came a lovely box full of afternoon tea goodies. We were provided 3 sandwiches and 3 cakes each along with a scone, clotted cream and jam. All the food was super fresh and tasted amazing! Will definitely be ordering again, such great value. Thank you so much!

Rating: 4 / 5

Very lovely place to go for a walk and have a coffee. Food nothing crazy, but nothing else around.

Rating: 4 / 5

Very kind staff. There are not many options, but what is there is tasty! The ship is a lovely little gift shop with religious based gifts, books, etc. I come here for my advent candle! However, for a location with a physical link to St Simon Stock, they have nothing for him. No prayer magnet, no symbol for him or candle, no books, etc. Always strikes me as strange!

Rating: 4 / 5

For a coffee shop and cafeteria this is sensibly priced and good quality, friendly staff and calm and quite atmosphere.

Rating: 4 / 5

The Friars Tea Room at Aylesford Priory is a charming place for a tranquil respite. The ambiance is serene, offering lovely views of the priory grounds. The staff were welcoming, and the homemade cakes, freshly brewed tea, and hot chocolate were delicious. We regrettably missed the baked savory items due to our late arrival. While a bit pricey, it felt like a worthwhile contribution to the Priory's upkeep. A perfect spot to unwind and savor simple, high-quality refreshments in a beautiful setting. I highly recommend it!

Rating: 5 / 5

Molly and Julie were superstars today. Always friendly and welcoming. Always love my appointments here. Thank you.

Rating: 5 / 5

For the last year or so, I have been to the willows dental practice and have and had Fatma that has been doing my treatment, what can I say she is amazing! I feel so rest and assured that going to the dentist now does not become a worry, very professional and cares for everyone's needs, can't thankyou enough A*****

Rating: 5 / 5

Moved over from another dental practice and have to say the reception staff are much more friendly and helpful and the dental staff I have seen are amazing!! So patient and kind and reassuring, especially as I find the dentist traumatic and have had panic attacks at previous clinic. Whole heartedly recommend! Makes my previous practice seem like butchers!

Rating: 5 / 5

I have been a patient for about 10 years . The entire staff , both reception and dentists are polite, professional and helpful. You are always made to feel welcome and put at ease. My family feel the same as me about coming to Willows because it is a pleasant experience.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had Sunday lunch in the pod in the garden. The weather was wet, windy, and chilly, but the pod was still cosy. Food was nice and staff were friendly. Parking is a bit limited.

Rating: 5 / 5

Went to the Red Bull for Sunday lunch for the first time today was greeted with a warm and friendly welcome food service and atmosphere can’t fault it would definitely recommend

Rating: 5 / 5

During a conversation with a stranger was recommended here. Warmly welcomed. Great atmosphere. Nice staff. Excellent food. Great choices from multiple menus. Had a lovely Sri Lankan Cashew & Squash Curry and was very nice indeed. The Steak one of our party had looked excellent quality and perfectly cooked. Reasonable prices. Will definitely revisit

Rating: 4 / 5

My local pub. Can be OK, but today was great. Our server was personable and chatty. My friend had the 3 course lunch set menu, starter, smoked mackerel and horseradish pate with toasted sourdough bread. More than one piece would have been appreciated. Main, low and slow roasted pork belly, and Eton Mess for dessert. I didn't have a starter, skate wing from the main menu, and supposedly tiramasu, just a chocolate mousse with a fabulous brandy base. I didn't have the coffee or cream top. We had a lovely lunch and made extra special by using my loyalty card.

Rating: 4 / 5

The meal was great but I think it's time to turn the heating on😀

Rating: 4 / 5

Had my father's wake at the Lower Bell and all the staff was great and very friendly. Food was good value for money and ample parking for all with disabled access to bar. Thank you for making today and easy day.

Rating: 5 / 5

I stay here for work on average 1 night a week. The value for money cannot be beaten. I have stayed in similarly priced hotels and inns in the area and i have settled on staying here regularly must be my biggest compliment. For this price point you will always have little annoyances but never had any major issues

Rating: 4 / 5

We held my mother's wake here a couple of weeks ago. We received a warm and friendly welcome despite being somewhat earlier than expected due to the rain. The food was great and suited all including the veggie teenagers at a very reasonable price.

Rating: 5 / 5

Good, quick spotlessly clean friendly cafe. It's in a parade of shops right next to a car park so space to park. It opens at 07:30 during the week. Food wise it does the usual all day breakfasts. But also does burgers, sandwiches, meat balls, panini's, and salads. It's waitress service and they were polite and efficient. Food arrived quickly too. Cards are not accepted so make sure you have cash with you. If you don't there is cash machine in the parade of shops opposite.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, friendly welcome, cheap prices, and a lovely cafe atmosphere. Nothing not to like.

Rating: 5 / 5

First time visiting this cafe, firstly it’s cash only so I suggest getting some money out before you get there , there is a cash machine next door but charges 1.99. We ordered two breakfast and two cokes , the food was nice and hot, good portion sizes , would definitely return

Rating: 5 / 5

Highly recommended. This was our first visit, for breakfast, the diner was spotlessly clean, the staff were friendly and the food arrived quickly and piping hot. Really good value and one of the best restaurant veggie breakfasts my Husband has had.

Rating: 5 / 5

I had a beautiful veggie breakfast here before a long trip back up north. Very friendly staff and lovely diner decor.

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing place, beautiful food, atmosphere is stunning and the staff are so friendly. Definitely be back.

Rating: 5 / 5

The perfect bank holiday - bottomless brunch. Couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend the bank holiday! Incredible food, amazing drinks and the perfect staff. So attentive. There was live music which was brilliant! Couldn’t recommend the Hengist more!

Rating: 5 / 5

Best breakfast I've had in a while and will be back again soon. Really good vegan breako. Was a little cold in there though and no vegan butter but overall, really impressed. First time visiting since reopening and we'll visiting again soon.

Rating: 4 / 5

Located in the A20,Ditton near Maidstone,Kent. Restaurant and takeaway that has been trading for around 30 years. Has it's own car park which is free if charge for customers. Serves traditional fish and chips along with pies,burgers,scampi etc. everything is cooked fresh and comes up lovely and hot. I had cod and chips, the piece of fish was chunky but not that big and at £16.50 a little expensive. You are given a bread roll with your meal. There are smaller portions for £10.50 which comes with a cup of tea. I didn't receive the drink I ordered and had to ask for it and it was difficult to attract the attention of the waitresses,there was no check back. I looked at the dessert menu but felt it was too expensive so left it. The restaurant was clean, table were cleared quite quickly and wiped down and relaid for the next diners. There are toilet facilities onsite which were clean

Rating: 5 / 5

Wonderful fish and chips. Food was fresh and the batter was melt in the mouth! Best fish and chips I’ve had for years. They even did half chips half salad which is perfect when you know you should be good, but a few chips don’t hurt 🙄😆 Restaurant clean and staff very friendly. I have told my friends and family to go there .. highly recommend

Rating: 5 / 5

Literally the crispiest batter on the fish ever, the fish was fresh and the chips are salted to perfection, although we had to ask for sauce because they forgot it, rate the experience 10/10! Really recommend this place.