The Best Restaurants in Goudhurst, Kent, United Kingdom (2025)

We were there in July 2024 and wanted to eat scones with clotted cream. Unfortunately, the owner was in the process of closing the store. Nevertheless, she let us in and fulfilled our wishes. And it was VERY VERY tasty! She then chatted with us for a while (despite my poor English) and we would like to thank her again for the food and the friendliness!

Easily one of the best bakery's in the world. It's up there with the Two Wells Bakery back home in south Australia. Fantastic staff here and the chorizo sausage roll is always a winner.

Lunch coronation chicken baguettes with bacon roll and cheese sandwich all hand made with a smile. Very old school slice of England. You should pop in.

Wonderful time at this restaurant. Booked to go for a friends birthday on Christmas Eve as we were in the area staying over Christmas. The food was amazing, high quality food, great taste and a wonderful selection. Friendly staff. Would highly recommend.

Great food and great service. The decor is elegant and the staff provide a fantastic experience and are very accommodating.They've never disappointed from their service to their food. Their Korean shrimps are to die for and their waygu (cooked to perfection) is mouth watering. Hats off to the chef. Presentation and flavour has been well thought out. Honestly, the best steakhouse in Kent. As someone who has eaten in at bleu quite often I would highly recommend to come and experience the fine dining experience yourself.

Food was delicious and service was good. Restaurant was cold when we entered but Ayesha put the heating on and it warmed up. The mocktail drink (Pina colada) was bad. We ordered Korean shrimp for starters, lambology with truffle mash and steak with mushroom sauce. The mushroom sauce was to die for. The lambology should come with a side but it didn’t. The smash burgers are not on their main menu so I did not order. Would recommend and come back again.

Really nice food - tasty steaks and sides. Fillet steaks were good, they were the well done end of Medium as a guide to their cooking. Chicken wings were a good starter, steak burger was also great. Sides of Mac n cheese and coleslaw were lovely. Peppercorn sauce and chimmichuri recommended as sauces! Fun cocktails also presented nicely!

What an incredible meal. We did the farm tour beforehand which was fantastic and really added to the whole experience. The food was impeccable – thank you for such a brilliant lunch.

We have just arrived home from our evening at the small holding and wow where do I start. As someone who works in the industry you have high expectations for places like these and so often they dont fully live up to the hype. Not this place! From the service to the food to the wine everything was exceptional. The thought and attention that goes into every dish and the passion from the team really shows. Cant wait for our next visit. Do yourself a favour and order the ice wine for dessert.

From a first look around the restaurant’s kitchen garden to the final dessert after 9 amazing courses the whole establishments focus on quality, taste, sustainability and shear love of food and wine shone through. We have been to a handful of Michelin star restaurants over the last few years and The Small Holding knocked those out of the park.

We had lunch at the Small Holding today and it was an absolutely tremendous meal. Firstly we were brought some snacks to eat on the balcony with a pre-lunch drink. Then we were taken inside to the full acre (8 course) lunch. There were two starters, two fish courses, two main courses and two desserts. Every dish was wonderful. It is difficult to pick out a favourite, but I thought that the first dessert of Blackcurrant Leaf, Buttermilk and Elderberry was one of the best desserts I have ever eaten. That didn't last long though because the second dessert of Yoghurt Whey, Black Apple and Custard was at least equally good. The wine list was unusual and composed mainly of British wines. The staff were very friendly and easy and had time for a friendly chat. I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough. We will certainly be back as soon as possible, The photographs show most of the courses, but I was so enthusiastic about the food that a couple of times I forgot to photograph it before we started

Lovely owner run and managed cafe. Booked for brunch on a wet Easter Monday. Glad we reserved as it’s a small place and we were a big party. Lovely menu for big and little kids alike. We were greeted with a lovely smile and seated quickly. Orders were taken quickly. Drinks came quickly. Food was a little slower as it’s freshly made but well worth the wait. Cooked Breakfast and pancakes are highly recommended. Coffee and tea is excellent. Juice is standard carton stuff but pleasant enough. The owner Chloe and her team are lovely and welcoming and clearly very accommodating for small, large and single guests plus dogs. It’s also a very inclusive cafe which accommodates people with disabilities. Lovely find and highly recommended for all. A local gem.

We met friends for lunch here today and it didn’t disappoint. The food was presented so beautifully and tasted great! Love the atmosphere and the Christmas window display!

A fantastic cup of coffee at this new cafe with a great vibe. My food was beautifully presented and tasted delicious-you must try the Parmesan truffle chips! Very comfy seats. A great selection of cakes. Helpful staff . Well worth a visit , what more could you want?

We went strawberry picking locally and I found this gem on Google. The staff were very friendly and the menu was great for a lunch spot. The restaurant was very clean also. We'll definitely be back.

A little piece of Greece in Cranbrook! Great atmosphere, delicious food, impeccable service at great prices. I don’t like tzatziki and asked to not have it with my souvlaki, it was kindly replaced with a delicious hummus without even having to ask which was lovely. It clearly shows how much they care about customer satisfaction. We’ll certainly be back soon ❤️🇬🇷

The food, service and value here is fantastic! We were ever so slightly disappointed to discover that the menu was different to the one listed on the website, as we’d set our hearts on a few dishes that weren’t available, but we had a great meal regardless 🇬🇷🫒👍🏻

What can I say, just lovely! Fantastic service, fabulous food. Started with dips which were lovely, continued with linguini prawns and pork stew. Puddings of a traditional cheesecake type dish with Shredded almonds ... kefka I think. Wonderful. Great atmosphere out the back with blankets and heaters! Definitely go again! Thank you?

This was a first-time visit for us to Kypseli, and it definitely won't be our last! We were a party of nine, celebrating my Mum & Dad's Emerald wedding anniversary. Everything about the experience from the moment I first contacted Kypseli to make the arrangements was perfect. The food was delicious & very authentic, and the atmosphere and attention to detail were second to none. The staff were super friendly and took care of us all wonderfully and made it very special for my Mum & Dad. Thank you for a fantastic evening. We can't wait to come back!

Get in quick before it gets a star. Service- relaxed but very professional Drink - well recommended Food - for £100 a head in London easily. Seriously superb food. The dishes take you on a journey the team design and deliver on. Went for a birthday, will now “have to go back” to regularly check quality.

I came here for an anniversary meal and it didn't disappoint. Don't let the exterior pub-like look fool you. On the inside, it's a fine dining experience. Incredible food and service. The only reason it gets 3 stars for the atmosphere is because we went on a Monday which was very quiet. Will definitely be back for the tasting night which sounded excellent.

Great restaurant with great quality food. Service was very good. There was no rush to eat and time between courses was soot on. Overall a great experience and to be repeated many times more.

Attended last night for birthday surprise and wasn't disappointed. The staff were very attentive throughout the evening. Head Chef Lee has created a menu which is a delight. The menu to make a decision which of the 5 starters & 6 mains to choice was extremely hard as I could and was tempted to have one of each. The food was as good as u can get the flavours were exquisite. The pairing of wine is a great idea. You will not be disappointed in booking here. Will be returning.

I had a takeaway roast platter today and wow I was not disappointed. Usually a roast from anywhere other than at home isn’t anywhere near as satisfying as you’d hope. This one exceeded my expectations. Service on the telephone was friendly and helpful. Service when I arrived was also lovely. Meal was delicious. Would definitely recommend.

Fantastic venue for food. Staff all very helpful and polite. Food was fantastic, couldn't fault what we had at all. Service was very fast, though it was quiet when we went (a Monday lunch time). Would love to visit again on pizza night, as they have an open area for the chefs to prep and cook them in the pizza oven. Sufficient parking at both the front and rear of the restaurant.

Wow 🥰 quaint local pub atmosphere but the food is insanely good !! Really friendly helpful and attentive staff catering to your every need. Really helpful & informative to accomodating dietary requirements too, wonderful visit amazing food ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Great food, really good service. Quite pricey but not excessive. Had the squash and blue cheese starter which was really delicious, the chicken kebab main which was really fun, and the grilled veggies were perfect. The crumble dessert was good, but needed more actual crumble. Also one minor criticism, the electric vehicle charger out front is brilliant...if it works, which it didn't.

Just had a wonderful coffee and browse at Taywell Farm Shop. Perfect for fresh produce, a lovely open air setting and delicious coffee. I’ve picked up some great local wine and a gift for family, after enjoying a fantastic coffee overlooking the Kent countryside. Made all the more delightful by meeting some of the staff who were all welcoming, friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back to visit the coffee shop (round the back of the Farmshop) for more!

Incredible. Genuinely one of the best breakfasts we've had in a long time. The breakfast muffin had a sausage patty that was of the utmost quality. The pancakes had a chocolate ganache that was as rich as they come. Service was prompt, views were great, even the toilets were clean and presentable. Amazing, will return as soon as possible.

Great little gem of a restaurant! Fantastic for alfresco dining with a pretty view over a meadow. Food is delicious and service is welcoming and attentive. We’ll definitely be back soon!

They served amazing food! Course meal for lunch was good. There’s indoor and outdoor seating based on your liking.

Lovely little pub off the main road. Very quiet location which was ideal for us. Food and drink was excellent as was the friendly service. Even had the resident duck come and say hello. Good parking and plenty of tables. Very clean and tidy. Only downside was that it’s a dog friendly pub, which I have no problem with,so it whiffed a bit inside. Need for air fresheners for the nose blind.

The Bull Inn offers a wonderfully simple yet satisfying menu with a good variety of choices for all tastes. The prices are fair, making it a great option for a laid-back meal in the countryside. The pub’s relaxed atmosphere adds to the charm, making it a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy some comfort food.

A delightful country pub that we visited for dinner with family members travelling from across the country. Location was great, easy to get to, idyllic but felt you were out in the countryside. Food and service was excellent and they don’t mess about when they say their burgers are large! Loved that the apples for the apple juice can from the orchard the. Ext field over! Heartily recommend and would definitely visit again!

12 of us had a fantastic evening at the bull Christmas evening on Saturday. The pub looked beautiful and the food was delicious. Thank you for all your patience with us Mandy and Gina. Please thank chefs and have a lovely Christmas jill and gang