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PRICE RANGE
US$13 - US$30
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Table Service
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Reviewed 8 September 2023

Went here for a Sunday lunch with six members of my family for a hoped for lovely Sunday roast dinner together. What we got was anything but. Five of us had roast beef, one had pulled chicken and my 92 year old mother chose the...roast pork. What we got served was a small pile of food in the middle of our plates, so we expected separate dishes with the vegetables to arrive next until one of us delved a bit deeper and found underneath the small pile on the plate just half a carrot, a small parsnip that had been burnt on one side, a tiny pile of cabbage which did not smell very nice, and three tiny roast potatoes. And as for the Yorkshire pudding, it was straight out of the Aunt Bessie’s freezer bag you pick up from a supermarket, a small round crispy pile of nothingness. We asked for more gravy and the smallest gravy boat I have seen in my life was put in front of us, only enough for one plate in reality, absolutely ludicrous. The pulled chicken looked like it had just been mashed up, the two small slices of beef were a bit chewy, and my mothers pork was just pathetic. We hoped the desserts would be better but sadly not. My mother asked what was in the Eton Mess and was told meringue with loads of berries, cream, and ice cream. What actually came up in a bowl was one small meringue nest that you can pick up in a supermarket for a matter of pence, about three berries and a tiny measly dollop of cream on the side. Totally disgusting. The rest of our desserts were of a similar low standard and with a bill total of £174 we were all feeling very let down. The waitress service though was good but she must have been embarrassed to see what she was having to serve up. I believe this place is trying to make out they are a boutique restaurant so think small is better but that’s not so bad if the food is delicious, but The Kentford? Do yourself a favour and give it a miss, I knew we should have gone elsewhere for a carvery but we wanted somewhere a bit special and thought this fitted the bill. How wrong were we!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 30 June 2023

Came for dinner with a friend who had visited before. We we warmly greeted and purchased a drink in the lovely bar area before being shown to the restaurant. I hadn't been for many years and wow has it changed! Lovely little fairy lights and...beautiful furniture. Also tables spaced well apart rather than feeling like you are eating with the person next to you! We came on steak night whereby they have w fabulous deal of steak or a burger for £10! The rest of the menu had a variety so something to suit everyone. The service was great and our food fantastic. Will definitely be back!!More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 30 April 2023 via mobile

Was a lovely visit! Fabulous food and fantastic value for money. We came here after hearing good reviews and safe to say it definitely exceeded our expectations! Delicious food, lovely quick and efficient service and just all round nice experience. Will definitely be back soon!

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 4 March 2023 via mobile

Excellent value on burger/steak night. One of the nicest burgers I’ve had. Definitely recommend. Dessert great too - the snickers brownie and ice cream was delicious.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 13 November 2022 via mobile

Had a wonderful evening at the Kentford pub last night, Kat and James are fantastic hosts, the food and service was fabulous and they went above and beyond to make our evening very special. We had a large group celebrating a birthday and everything was...run so smoothly. Thanks again to the team at the Kentford pub 🤩More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 10 October 2022

Never been before, had a meal last Friday. The menu was varied with average prices, the service from both the landlady and Barman/Waiter was excellent with a friendly manner. The food was top notch, nice presentation and Hot :-). Desserts were scrummy. Decor and comfort...was superb, a really lovely restaurant/experience.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 17 October 2021 via mobile

We did go to The Kentford for a Sunday lunch. The focus of the lunch is quite clearly the roast, which is very large and looks great. There is a small selection of starters, desserts and other mains. Quality is very good, the service is...excellent and the atmosphere cosy. The only improvement would probably be a slightly larger selection on the menu.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 13 August 2021 via mobile

Just had a lovely meal, 2 for 1 fish and chips, highly recommend , food was freshly cooked and tasty , staff where great , couple of beers, happy days.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 15 May 2021

Initially me and 2 of my mates turned up at this pub and everything was as you would expect. My other mate was outside on the phone and was speaking to his ex who he recently broke up and was understandably emotional. Upon joining our...table he asked for a shot which wasn’t extremely especially at 6:45 in the afternoon and he got response to all of us of “better drink up and leave” whilst all of us were perfectly fine and even he was fine. We wasn’t causing any problem and they made us feel so unwelcome without being any problem at all and trust me I would admit if we wasn’t an issue. The person who told us to leave and said was a “family pub” was the only person with a child literally in her hands with no other children around the place at the time. We had no option but to have one drink and leave. Will never return even with my fiancée or family for meal when fully reopen!More

Date of visit: May 2021
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Reviewed 12 September 2020

A real 'hidden gem'. The food was superb-yes, pricier than the local spoons but a million times nicer. Very accommodating to requests and alterations, and attentive yet not intrusive staff. One ways systems used and, the first place I've been post covid where the staff...have consistently obeyed social distancing and worn masks. Highly recommend-will certainly be back!!!More

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 9 September 2020

Meals were minimal and basic. Not much choice. Over priced too. 50% government scheme made it ok. But would never have paid £13.95 for a Thai curry. The desserts were boring too. £5 pint. Say no more.

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 15 March 2020 via mobile

Wow wow wow amazing meal food absolutely beautiful and beautiful presented you will not leave here Hungary just wish I had taken a photo of the main course compliments to Tim the chef such a lovely bloke very attentive and kind also the young lady...who ran the bar was so friendly wand made you feel at home cannot wait to go again thank for making my birthday so special Picture of the desserts that were so big and tasted amazingMore

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Reviewed 1 June 2019 via mobile

Quite a good pub but I wouldn’t visit it again I had haddock that was quite nice and chips with it and other things. My brother had chicken nuggets I tried one they weren’t very nice and the drink I had was nice overall quite...good.More

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 27 May 2019

I walked in as they advertise outside on a big board that they have plant based options on their menu and I’m vegan. I asked for the vegan menu and the guy said it’s on the main menu. There was one option which was a...mushroom katsu curry...so I ordered. I waited 30 minutes to be seated ( by this time my 4 year old was getting irate ) then another 30 minutes for our food. When it did turn up I cut open the food to discover that it was chicken! I called over the waiter who said ‘ oh yes you ordered the vegan option’ and disappeared with the food. He then came back out to tell e that they had run out of the curry but the chef could whip me up a quick mushroom pasta. Not having any other option I said ok. Not a single apology, not a discount on my bill! Nothing! I would suggest that a restaurant that is going to advertise this outside on their notice board start by actually offering a better range on their menu....such a disappointing experience.More

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 24 April 2019

Sunday lunch for four people. Nice restaurant if a little short on space. Staff were very nice, welcoming, efficient and attentive. Average main meal (beef, chicken) which did not impress or upset anyone. Everything piled up as is the norm these days. Desert was best...forgotten about - all agreed that the choices sounded better than they were - but other than that the beer was okMore

Date of visit: April 2019
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I don't know I'm afraid as I'm not a veggie but they are very accommodating so will do their best to provide alternative options.
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Hello! Thanks for the enquiry. We accept both : ) Kind regards James
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The Kentford is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 3.5
  • Atmosphere: 4