The Charcoal Kitchen

Rye Road, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, United Kingdom, TUNBRIDGE WELLS

🛍 Pub, British, Kitchen

4 💬 42 Reviews
The Charcoal Kitchen

Phone: (+44)1580754233

Address: Rye Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TUNBRIDGE WELLS

City: TUNBRIDGE WELLS

Dishes: 35

Reviews: 42

Website: http://www.thequeensinnhawkhurst.co.uk/the-charcoal-kitchen/

"I didn't realize that this restaurant was connected to the Queens Head pub, otherwise I would have chosen a different place to celebrate our anniversary, as we like to try new venues each year. The lack of parking was frustrating, and the car park was full of holes filled with water from the rain, making for an unpleasant arrival. People from the bar were blocking part of the walkway and entrance, which was not ideal. However, the dining room was fine, although quite empty as we were the only ones in there aside from a noisy group on the other side of the fireplace. The food quality was good, and our waiter provided excellent service, deserving of a decent tip."

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User User

Brilliant service by Mima. She was attentive and polite.

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User
User

We had a pleasant evening. Great if you want something before or after the movie.


LollieE
LollieE

We had a lovely evening. Great if you're looking for something before or after a movie.


User
User

The staff was unable to assist us any further. The service was very quick and the food was excellent.


LauraT
LauraT

The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us. The service was very prompt and the food was delicious.


Kate
Kate

Really enjoyed the evening but service was rather slow we were concerned about time as goingbon elsewhere. Would recommend go back


DocB
DocB

Good quality though limited range as we had vegan and bread intolerant diners with us. Atmosphere and service very good. Surprised there were not more people given that it was the Sunday before Christmas.


matt
matt

Good food and service was good too. Only problem was the smell of cooking oil in the whole restaurant which left all my parties clothes smelling like a chip shop. Little off putting, the proprietor should invest in better extraction.


JuliaW
JuliaW

The friendly manager saved our dining experience, as our server lacked customer service skills and confusion over steak cuts. Once the correct food arrived, we enjoyed high-quality meat and fries. The menu offers a limited selection of sides to accompany the grilled meats. In hindsight, we may have had a better experience booking at the busy pub side of the building instead of the Charcoal Grill.


User
User

I didn't realize that this restaurant was connected to the Queens Head pub, otherwise I would have chosen a different place to celebrate our anniversary, as we like to try new venues each year. The lack of parking was frustrating, and the car park was full of holes filled with water from the rain, making for an unpleasant arrival. People from the bar were blocking part of the walkway and entrance, which was not ideal. However, the dining room was fine, although quite empty as we were the only ones in there aside from a noisy group on the other side of the fireplace. The food quality was good, and our waiter provided excellent service, deserving of a decent tip.

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Kitchen Indulge in the heart of culinary artistry with our Kitchen menu category, where innovation meets tradition. Each dish is crafted with passion, promising a delightful journey of flavors that tantalize the taste buds.

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