Bowleys at the Plough

Name: Bowleys at the Plough
Address: Taylors Ln, West Malling, Kent, United Kingdom, ME19
Telephone: 01732 822233
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (231)

£41 and over

British

Taylors Ln, West Malling, Kent ME19

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

The Plough isn't your average countryside pub. Sitting on a quiet lane in a quintessentially English village, The Plough was set to be sold off the developers when 120 members of the community came together to invest, and save, their local. After its purchase and renovation, the Yates family took over the kitchen and opened the pub's small, but proud, restaurant, Bowleys.

Head Chef Alex Yates is still very early on in his career but though only in his early twenties, he has already spent two years in the kitchens at The Goring Hotel in London, as well as having gained experience with Rick Stein and even once cooking for the Queen.

Bowleys menus have a traditional feel and adhere to classic, English fare with a fine dining twist. There are several options to choose between including a tasting menu, set lunch, a la carte, brunch and Sunday lunch. The tasting menu is the jewel in Bowleys crown and consists of five courses, with an optional sixth.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Bar Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Brunch Wed, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01732 822233
Website
https://www.theploughkent.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Alex Yates
Catering
We offer a range of dining options to suit any occasion, from an intimate tasting menu celebration in our Dining Room to canapés and champagne with your bespoke menu. <br /><br />For a day created around your style and your guests, we have it covered. Please contact Bowleys@theploughkent.com or call 01732 822233 to discuss your event requirements.
Private party facilities
We are delighted to be offering private events and dining, celebrations and wedding breakfasts at Bowley’s at The Plough. Hospitality has been in our family for generations and the art of hosting the perfect party, blending wonderful food, wine, atmosphere and, most importantly, service, is something we excel at.

Location
Taylors Ln, West Malling, Kent ME19
Neighborhood
West Malling
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine

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Experiences

À la Carte
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a À la Carte Menu, composed by Chef Alex Yates. Vegan option included. Available for Wednesday to Sunday Lunch or dinner.
8 Course Kentish Tasting Menu
£90.00 per person
Multiple dates available
8 Course Kentish Tasting Menu: Immerse yourself in the flavors of Kent with a specially curated selection of dishes that showcase the best of local ingredients.
12 Course - British Isles Tasting Menu
£135.00 per person
Multiple dates available
12 Course British Isles Tasting Menu: The best of what Britain has to offer, from all parts of the country. We work closely with farmers, fishermen and growers, as well as going out foraging ourselves, to get the best seasonal produce.

What 231 people are saying

Bowleys at the Plough reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Kent
Romantic
Kent
British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bowleys at the Plough offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food," "super friendly service," and a "lovely atmosphere." Guests rave about the "exquisite" tasting menus, "beautiful presentation," and "attentive staff." The restaurant, located in a charming village, delivers fine dining with local ingredients and "superb wines," making it a must-visit destination.

231 Reviews

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David VIP
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
“Yet again, we had an amazing experience. The food was excellent, the service outstanding, and the wine very good. Alex and his team, though young, are creating dishes that many more experienced chefs would be proud to present.”
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Andy
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best meal of 2025 with outstanding service and quality of food with personal service - highly recommended
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Liza VIP
London24 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food - had the 12 course tasting menu so we got to try a bit of everything and wasn’t disappointed! The crab was my favourite but enjoyed everything- staff very knowledgeable and attentive - will definitely be back to eat and drink at this lovely pub/reasturant
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Paul
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for an anniversary meal at Bowley’s ,after being recommended by a friend . The service and food more than lived up to our expectations. We will have no reservations in recommending Bowleys to our friends and family and look forward to to returning soon .
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Mike
Brighton3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely setting. Nice welcome, friendly and polite service, dishes clearly explained and served in good tone.
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Philip
Kent10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another enjoyable evening with Grace and Alex and the team. Inventive menu with local ingredients, and some superb wines from small vineyards, we're lucky to have this on our doorstep.
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Andrew
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit to Bowleys and we were most impressed. The food was beautifully presented, the service polite and efficient . Somewhat more expensive than other venues but the outstanding nature of the food and its presentation made it more than worthwhile. Would we go there again? You bet!
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Colleen
London11 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food exquisite and delicious Service amazing A really great restaurant
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Stephen
London1 review
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience - adjusted the tasting menu to suit allergies, service and food of the highest order. Highly recommend and we will be back.
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Delia
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a really fabulous place - the food is delicious, the staff couldn't be friendlier, and the atmosphere is lovely. What a treat!
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Bowleys at the Plough is rated 4.8 stars by 231 OpenTable diners.

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