• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Tenterden
• Category: Restaurants

Tenterden TN30 7NG

Manoosh said
Richard Phillips @ Chapel Down
This restuarant has changed hands and what a transformation it has gone through.
The decor is amazing, as soon as you walk in the quality and uniqueness screams out to you.
The menus are superb, with home grown English dishes all presented in a tantalising way.
You can chose to eat in the main restuarant (my husband and I did), or in the privacy of the "chefs table private dining".
The whole feel is very Gordon Ramsay esq, throw the glorious views of the vineyard and downs and the transformation is complete.
My husband and I are going their again next week, I can't wait.
Oh and you must taste the chocolates from the Bon Bon Tree.
The food, the staff, the surroundings, unsurpassable.
Treat yourself.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME14 1PD

Manoosh said
Lovely and homely
You will not be disappointed if you visit Prezzo, its location is hidden but its reputation is enormous.
Whether its a intimate dinner for 2, or a special occasion for 25 (I have done both), you will not be disappointed.
Try the meatballs! and go all Lady and the Tramp....
A great homely feel and reasonable prices.
Try asking for a private room, there is some hidden away upstairs.
The authenic feel gets me, and the food is lovely and fresh. I dont know if Prezzo's is a chain but it certainly doesn't have that feel , if you know what I mean.
Go, relax & enjoy.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Maidstone ME14 1PS
01622 751286

Manoosh said
Go say hi to Dave
Earls is a town pub with a local feel.
You are safe when you walk through these doors.
Be nice to the landlord and you will have a good friend forever.
Live music and friendly faces is its forte.
So is star spotting sometimes due to the theatre opposite.
Enjoy the music, a barbeque, a little pool or some friendly conversation, either way you can not lose.
The prices also reflect this great review, far from a rip off like many places in town.
Go say hi to Dave, I dare you not to enjoy being in Earls, its a fresh alternative.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Maidstone ME14 2DG
01622 752335

Manoosh said
My tummy is rumbling
The food is lovely, the place is lovely ..... just remember to book if tou can.
A little pricey but you definately get what you pay for.
Try the Sunday roast, you can even order duck.
It has a great wine list, and sports some impressive awards, you can barely tell it belongs to the Chef & Brewer chain.
The food will have you wanting to come back on a regular basis, just ignore the odd location. The pub was around before the roundabout and business park!
Lots and lots of old world charm, a many a fresh fish on the menu. I am so glad that I moved down the road!
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME14 1SD
01622 686683

Manoosh said
A day too night affair
Firstly, its not just a Chinese restaurant..... you can buy a whole range of oriental and spicy dishes.
The service is exemplary, it even makes me smile upon leaving the the matredee (sp) always says "Goodby Mr XXXXX" to my husband, and that was from the very first time! its these little touches and the instamatic prawn crackers that you remember.
Saying that, the food is beautiful and the surroundings pleasent, so I wouldn't doubt your enjoyment....
Becareful at weekends though because downstairs opens as a bar and produce a little bit of hubub.
I say go for it, you will be pleasently surprised.

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME14 1PS

Manoosh said
Dodgy at weekends
I will keep this simple, if you are going to go, Sunday - Wednesday....... they can not cope with being busy so your food will come out cold & old during the weekend rush.
This is not just my experience, it has been the same for several of my friends, which is a shame because tapas really needs to be fresh
However, I have had a wonderful valentines meal there with my husband, maybe it was the set menu but with it being a Saturday they actually managed to cope.
Try it for yourselves, staff and chefs change regularly in the restuarant business.
Let me know how you get on, I may give it another try.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME16 8DW

Manoosh said
Food or cocktails?
Great for groups, or just popping in for cocktails.
My husband & I pop in for JD's, look out for happy hour specials.
The kids will like it, even if its just because they have alligator on the menu and free popcorn.
I did have a bad experience with the Jambalya once but it has not stopped me going their with friends and family.
Yes its a chain, but dont let that you put you off.
Theres plenty of free parking after 6.30pm (underneath) and lots to do inside the complex.
Don't do as I do, apply for your discount card and remember to take it with you!
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME14 1PS

Manoosh said
100% the best restuarant in town
You have to go here.
I have been going here for 10 years, AND IT IS STILL MY FAVOURITE RESTAURANT of all.
Thats a hard claim to make if you throw in to the pot that the chefs change regularly.
Even the inlaws love it.
I have never ever had a bad meal here.
You definately have to try the nachos (to share or on your own) and the chicken fajitas.... just becareful, the portion size are huge! you will roll out of there. Its just a they took parsnip sticks off the menu.
My No.1 choice.
Also try it for valentines day, I have with several someones (more than several) and it is very romantic.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Restaurants

Maidstone ME16 8SF
01622 687888

Manoosh said
Skeptical
Sorry to say I am a little weary of this place, though I have never been there, the reason being I have had 4 people tell me on seperate occasion that they got food poisoning from eating there...... its an all you can it buffet type thing.
Also the plastic chairs and humidity coming from that place really does put you off.
If you are starving, great, but if you have time walk to the Manderin Chef, they do an all you can eat, and are far better quality.
Sorry to be direct without even eating there, but I really don't want to risk a foot in that door.
Does that make me a bad person? let me know how you get on.
Mx

• Added: 2nd of September 2008
• Area: Maidstone
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Maidstone ME14 1YR
01622 769764

Manoosh said
A fair flourish
The V bar (in various forms) has been running for years and years, unlike many establishments in Maidstone.
A good solid choice day & night.
During day you will experience the coolness of breezy cafe, at night the hum and tunes of a great dj line up.
There is plenty of space to go around, and of course you are nicely placed for the taxi rank and of course an early morning kebab.
A strong foothold that wont let you down, clean toilets and friendly staff.
This place may surprise you, if not it will surely let you dance your butt away until the early hours.
Mx