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Fife 'n Drum Restaurant


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#6 of 7 restaurants in Kent
  • Cuisines: Eclectic
  • Price range*: £9-17 ($14-$28)
Traveller Description: Fife'n Drum Restaurant  opened in 1972 and has been a favorite of locals ever since. French, Italian, and American favorites can be found on the menu... more »

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1 of 5 stars
Los angeles, ca
21 Jun 2009

was visiting my son at the boarding school, took him and his friends to dinner. Was directed to the back room, when ask about seating upfront, I was told there were no room but clearly there were empty tables. The old man - owner saw us at the back and move us upfront. the old man was very nice. I... more

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2 of 5 stars
Stowe, Vermont
23 May 2009

While visiting our children at the local boarding school, we decided to take them and their friends to dinner at the Fife 'n Drum. Meals there have been more or less acceptable in the past, albeit pricey. It is also a VERY NOISY restaurant, so if you are looking for a romantic dinner, this is not the place. On this... more

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1 of 5 stars
Cheshire, CT
2 Apr 2009

I went there for dinner and ordered the Penne. My ten year old niece can boil water and make pasta. Apparently the chef at this place is not as knowledgable. The penne was overcooked and like mush. The sauce was flavorless. Go to Bulls Bridge up the road, owned by the same people as Chuck's I hear. MUCH better. more

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4 of 5 stars
New York State
8 Mar 2009

Three of us had dinner last night, busy place, no rush to get you in and out. Food was good, service was good till they got a bit busier, then it seemed like it was spread thin. I wish they had more beef on the menu, with a name like Fife and Drum, you would expect Pot Roast, or even... more

hikers
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4 of 5 stars
norwalk , ct
2 Feb 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I am a long distance hiker . Also I live in CT along the shore . I go to Kent often . I had no idea that there were serious problems with this restaurant , it ' s owner as described in other reviews . It is long established in Kent . I met two friends there - early supper... more

31 Aug 2008

If you love chain restaurants you'll love this place. If you think there is an experienced chef on the premises and you'll have top notch food, FORGET IT. I have never written a review before but this place is awful! We were there today (on a Sunday) with a very limited menu, I was thinking great, limited menu USUALLY means... more

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4 of 5 stars
Warren, Massachusetts
4 Jul 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Fife'n Drum never disappoints me. I have dined at this restaurant a dozen times now and I have tried everything from burgers at lunch to soups to Rack of Lamb and desserts. The roast chicken is done like duck with crispy skin and is quite delicious. I like the old-fashioned decor in the light-filled rooms and I particularly like the... more

18 May 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Update on dinner last night - showed to our table upon arrival, service excellent even though very busy, dinner tempura prawns were light perfect appetiser - my calamari good but portion too big - onto mains steak & fish off specials perfectly cooked finished by creme brulee shared - one of the best we've tasted. Perfect evening with wonderful piano... more

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1 of 5 stars
New York City, New York
12 Nov 2007
1/5 found this review helpful

I would like to warn against going to this place, especially with young children. We had yesterday a very serious incident with the owner of the place. To be honest, I must say that we had a Sunday lunch at this place about one year ago and that we did not have any problem. Staff was friendly and, as far... more

30 Oct 2007
0/3 found this review helpful

We booked a table, expecting the restaurant to be busy on a Sunday with Fall colours at their best.. Nonetheless we still had to wait in line 15 minutes with nobody enquiring whether we'd booked. Service was then on the slow side. The selection on the menu looks terrific, as do the meals when they arrive. However the taste doesn't... more

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Fife 'n Drum Restaurant Address

53 North Main Street (Rte. 7), Kent, CT 06757
Tel: 860-927-3509 Fax: 860.927.4595
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.