Best Places and Services in Bilsington, Kent (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

Played here great staff really helpful easy access to the rear via the car park. It's a lovely big stage with a few spot lights. A very good crowd singing and dancing from the start. The main entrance is off the high street straight to the bar. It's a great venue for those who either want to enjoy the band or stand at the back away from the band to chat. On our night, there was also a great DJ. A one-stop pub well worth a visit at any time.

Rating: 5 / 5

Superb venue, right in the heart of Ashford Town centre, providing live music, friendly service and a great atmosphere - this truly is the place to be! It's fabulous to see a venue offering and supporting local beers and wines (Curious Brew, Old Dairy, Ramsgate Brewery, Chapel Down and biddenden to name a few). A plethora of Gin, with over 25 available, accompanied by a range of tonic waters, makes The Glass House a fashionable retreat for all Gin lovers.

Rating: 5 / 5

We got kicked out of weatherspoons for having the dog in the garden?!! How stupid some came here and to be absolutely honest we should’ve come here in the first place, such lovely staff we felt so welcomed when we first walked through the door, such a lovely space fantastic vibe so calm but great music, thank you for having us💕

Rating: 5 / 5

The atmosphere is not my typical place to be but I can see how someone younger possibly may enjoy it

Rating: 5 / 5

Love this place. Rachel and Chloe are amazing. Extremely friendly, very relaxed atmosphere, almost a home from home. If you are a pet owner the pub is dog friendly. They have actively engaged with the local community and run, crib. darts, pool and a football team as well as sponsoring and putting on events for local good causes. Thank you guys for all the hardwork you do. X

Rating: 5 / 5

I love stopping at The William Harvey pub whenever I visit family in Ashford, or picking up relatives and bringing them for a drink. It's a lovely atmosphere, friendly locals all making you feel welcome and a great selection of drinks. The pub has a lovely cosy cottage type of feel as well in the winter, or you can enjoy the sun in the garden in the summer. Haven't had food so can't rate that but an all round, great pub!

Rating: 4 / 5

Great service and a good drinking session. Lovely bar inside and loads of seating outside. A bit of a shame they don't do food/light snacks as crisps and nuts only get you so far!

Rating: 5 / 5

What a pub. Fantastic refit, Chloe, Rachel, Brad and Tracy are fantastic, warm and welcoming. Great bar for watching football, sports or just socialising. Garden is fantastic. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed. We often hold our business meetings here and our associates love the place. 5 stars 🌟 from me. X

Rating: 5 / 5

Had rhe roast beef dinner. Great value for money, served quickly. Friendly service.

Rating: 5 / 5

This café is our go to Cafe in Ashford! It's the best in my opinion! It's always good food, the staff are always helpful, friendly and willing to meet any demands or expectations. Sometimes some of the crowds outside or people that come in can ruin the atmosphere but overall, I enjoy going to this well run and well priced cafe and see myself continuing to visit.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food cooked to perfection. Staff attentive and friendly. Nice price and worth every penny 👍

Rating: 5 / 5

1st visit but won’t be the last. Clean with friendly staff & large menu. We had the Lighter breakfast which was just right size for those who aren’t a manual worker anymore 😅👍 & a great price too. A hidden gem although a lot of regulars have already found it.

Rating: 5 / 5

I went there couple days ago and my kids loved it. We loved it as well staff was amazing food was Top Level everything was nice and hot. We loved it definitely going back again. Highly recommend one of the best cafes in Ashford

Rating: 5 / 5

Healthy and tasty roadside breakfast in the UK! Rare find. Choose egg salad for a gluten free option.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lived in Ashford for many years and never been here till today. Was a bit apprehensive thinking it would be a greasy spoon cafe but how wrong was I. It was lovely, clean /tidy fresh looking, staff were friendly and welcoming. Definitely will be back and will recommend to friends/family

Rating: 5 / 5

The best fry-up I've had so far. I enjoyed it so much that I came back 3 times in a week! The quality is very good, the staff are friendly, the atmosphere is relaxed and overall just a great experience. I highly recommend their Rocky Special breakfast.

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent food. We will return. Staff and the service were excellent too very attentive .

Rating: 5 / 5

Called in on the off chance, and they fitted us in. It was busy at 6.30. Had a really nice meal that was not expensive. The wine was also very good value

Rating: 5 / 5

Best curry take away we can recall. Super fresh and every dish had care and attention paid to it. Can’t wait to eat from here again. Super friendly staff on the phone, happy to talk through dishes. Friendly delivery driver. Food was early too, and on a Friday! Try the fish pakora….

Rating: 5 / 5

My family and I have enjoyed numerous takeaways from The Old School House, and we've even brought relatives down from London to dine in. Without a doubt, it's the best curry in Ashford!

Rating: 4 / 5

Stopped of at this little Jem when we arrived in Ashford. They were closed but allowed us in early to sit as we had luggage with us. Very small but cute set up. We were given menus quickly and were told about the lunch deal. We decided to have the lunch deal. We weren't sure what we would be served in a deal that is only £7.99. They were able to offer something vegetarian as there was nothing on the lunch deal for me. I had the vegetable Croquettes and a vegetable Don Curry. All the vegetables had a beautiful crispy panko crumb, which stayed crisp even as it cooled off. Food was pipping hot and very flavourful. I've had curries similar to this but have had a powdery after taste. This didn't. Portion was huge, more than what I could eat. Definitely a bargain for the price we paid. Service was quick and the place was clean.

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely delicious. Tofu steaks, seafood ramen, spicy seafood broth, miso soup. The waiter was a little taciturn but pleasant. The food took a little while to come but it was well worth it. Really really well worth it. And great value.

Rating: 5 / 5

I had walked past Aji's so many times thinking I would try it out eventually before actually going finally, I can't get enough now! This is my favourite restaurant in Ashford by miles. The food is absolutely spectacular. The staff are so friendly and polite. I've had nothing but fantastic service every time. The prices are extremely reasonable too. 10/10. Just try it, if you enjoy Chinese and Japanese food. So many great options to choose from.

Rating: 5 / 5

Seven of us turned up to this busy place without a booking and the guys couldn't do enough for us. Service was a little slow for our mains, but they were well worth the wait. Most of us had the ribs and wings platter....these were enormous portions and they ribs were smoky and delicious, as were the wings. Would definitely come back again!

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent food and service.All the staff were friendly and helpful.I would definitely visit again.

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food at really reasonable prices. Special nights too. Highly recommended. Staff as super friendly and helpful too.

Rating: 5 / 5

Ate here today for my wife’s birthday. Food was fantastic. Camembert to start, minted lamb pie and cheesecake. Everything was delicious, staff were really friendly. Will definitely come back!

Rating: 5 / 5

My wife and I recently dined at the Dukes Head Pub, and it was an extraordinary culinary experience from start to finish. We both chose the roast lamb as our main course, and it was cooked to perfection. The tenderness of the meat and the rich flavors left us craving for more. For dessert, we indulged in a delightful assortment of sweet treats. The sticky toffee pudding was a heavenly concoction of warm, moist cake drenched in luscious toffee sauce, and it was a delightful way to end our meal. The treacle tart was a nostalgic and comforting dessert, with its sweet and gooey filling encased in a crisp pastry shell. It brought back memories of homemade treats from our childhood. Last but not least, the Banoffee pie was a revelation. The combination of creamy toffee, fresh bananas, and a buttery crust was a symphony of flavors and textures that danced on our taste buds. The service was impeccable, and the cozy ambiance of the pub added to the overall charm of our dining experience. We left with full hearts and satisfied palates, and we can't wait to return to the Dukes Head Pub for more culinary adventures. If you're looking for a memorable meal, this place is an absolute must-visit.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely food, staff were so attentive and polite. The best belly pork I had ever had (was on the special) Lovely decor looked so good this evening. Definitely return and recommend

Rating: 5 / 5

Popped in for lunch and hadn't booked. They were fully booked with Christmas parties but found us a decent table. The food was divine and I highly recommend the risotto. Ellie was kind, smiley and attentive despite clearly battling the cold everyone has. This was a spontaneous visit for my Mum and I, she enjoyed the Scampi and chips. We were both very pleased with our impromptu visit, will recommend and definitely be back! Thank you Dukes Head!

Rating: 5 / 5

We had an annual family & friends Christmas night party at the Conningbrook. From making the booking through til the end of our visit we had the best service. This venue is very accommodating for all ages and Comfortable too! The Xmas Disco was amazing with a fab selection of music to suit all. All the staff worked exceptionally hard. You definitely got to see great team work & service with a smile!!!! (Thank you) I do need to say .......I loved the food choices that were on offer and thank you for accommodating our younger members of the party with the kids menu on such a special night. It's the little touches like this that makes nights like these even more special. George you and your team are amazing Thank you all for giving us another fab night out! We are looking forward to coming to more of your event nights in 2025. Happy New Year!

Rating: 5 / 5

We always use the Conningbrook on Christmas eve for our annual family get-together. George reserved a area for us, even provided a suitable chair for my 91 year old dad. We had a fantastic evening, the bar staff were quick and efficient, nothing is ever too much trouble. Thank you George and the Conningbrook for another great evening to remember. Would definitely recommend this place as the best in the area for family gatherings.

Rating: 5 / 5

Although the room we had was a little dated, it was very clean. The furniture was sturdy. The bed was comfy. We needed extra pillows and they were in the cupboard. The breakfast was delicious and there was a lot of choice. Also the breakfast was cooked individually so it was fresh and hot. The staff are a real asset to the hotel and restaurant. Every single member of staff was so kind and polite, nothing was too much trouble.

Rating: 5 / 5

We were fortunate to have checked in slightly earlier. Hotel receptionist provided details of the entertainment for the evening, and oasis and Brit pop tribute band. Unfortunately unable to get a table for the evening, understandable with the entertainment so would recommend booking a table at the time of your booking if you're staying. Good selection of drinks in the bar. The rooms are spacious, with all the amenities, iron with board, hairdryer, bath and shower for our room, TV, tea and coffee. Really pleased with our stay and look forward to staying again.

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic dining experience, our server was great, the food was lovely and very generous portions couldnt eat it all! This was our christmas dinner everything was perfect and this was the 1st time we visited, thank you very much.

Rating: 5 / 5

We have just dined at Harvester for a lunchtime snack and I was pleasantly surprised as I have not been in many many years. The restaurant was not overly busy and for myself and a + 1 we was given a spacious 4 seater table rather than a cramped 2 seated table. The food was good for the price as we only had a snack of Chicken Skewers. However, the best part of our visit was our server - Milly. She was absolutely amazing and couldn't do enough for us. Milly was very knowledgeable and returned with glasses and salad bowls moments after we ordered. I cannot praise her enough for her attitude, experience and customer relations. I would hope that she receives some recognition for all her hard work and efforts and she has guaranteed that we will return again more frequently.

Rating: 5 / 5

I visit the restaurant quite a bit with family and friends and I must say that being ‘unhappy’ with either food or service hardly ever happens. Sometimes the salad bar could do with refreshing and cleaning a little more often. Today we had Sam.L and as always her level of service and friendliness is impeccable. This lady works incredibly hard, has many tables to look after and yet NEVER makes you feel that you are having to wait or being rushed. There are a few servers that regularly work here that make the visit more enjoyable. This is down to their fantastic personalities and how they look after us. Please look after these and all of your staff members Harvester and make them feel appreciated as they are the back bone to the restaurant. Keep up the good work and I’m looking forward to my next visit. Only quibble please cut up the peppers more on the salad cart as the pieces are huge.

Rating: 4 / 5

Went for dinner at 17:00 and was surprised how busy it was already given that's when they are open for dinner. Food arrived relatively quickly though. Waiting staff - whilst helpful are fairly busy so if you have any queries try and ask all in one go as you may be waiting a while before they manage to come back