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The Kentish Rifleman, Tonbridge, Kent

The Kentish Rifleman

4.7 (34)
£25 and under
British
Roughway Lane Dunks Green, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 9RU

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
A charming, traditional family run pub. Located in the Kentish countryside, between Tonbridge and Sevenoaks, it is known for its homemade food, local ales, and cozy atmosphere with low, oak-beamed ceilings and open fireplaces. The new Garden Room is a fully enclosed, naturally lit space with "wall to wall glass curtains" offering views of the Kent countryside, featuring underfloor heating and designed for various occasions.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01732 810727
  • Website
    http://www.thekentishrifleman.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Adam Barrett & Charlie Shaw
  • Private party facilities
    The Garden Room is a perfect spot for a private function. Seating up to 33 comfortably, we are able to offer an a la carte option. We also offer buffets and afternoon tea options.

Experiences

  • Pie and a Pint

    £14.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our weekly Pie and Pint night offers a selection of home made "proper" pies, chips/new potatoes and seasonal vegetables plus a pint of beer or medium glass of wine for £14.50. These are great fun evenings at the pub, and we strongly recommend booking to avoid disappointment.

Menu

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What 34 people are saying

The Kentish Rifleman reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Kent

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Kentish Rifleman delights with "great food" and "excellent service" in a charming, historic setting with a lovely garden room. Diners praise the "fantastic" Sunday roast and the pub's welcoming atmosphere. Attentive staff and a well-curated menu make it a "great find" for both regulars and first-time visitors.
34 Reviews

  1. Mel VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We discovered this place by accident and have been back twice. Great Sunday Roast; friendly service and ambience.

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  2. Victoria

    Kent6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent. Service was good but we did feel that they were trying to hurry us a little bit.

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  3. Alan

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were lovely and attentive. Food was excellent

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  4. Irene

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st time we visited, as a ‘halfway location’ to meet-up with friends. Previously it was fully booked, so need to book. Lovely historic country pub with a lovely garden room/restaurant addition. Beautiful outdoor setting for sunny days too although we went in the evening. Staff were very cheerful & efficient on a very busy Friday night. Food was hot, well presented & tasty. Will certainly visit again.

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  5. david

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good meal the portions weren’t as large as before but adequate. The desserts were ok but expensive for the portion size.

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  6. Jacqui

    Kent9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    4th visit to the Rifleman , Will definitely be going again , Lovely menu ,Great food , Great service ,

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  7. Michelle

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to have the Sunday roast and we were so glad we did ! I had the KR roast which was amazing. My husband went for the chicken and it didn’t disappoint. The food was hot , the meat was tender and the roast potatoes were crunchy on the outside and fluffy in the middle. The service was excellent and we received a warm welcome! What a good find and we will absolutely be back . Well done the Kentish Rifleman. So hard to find a good roast but you meet our expectations.

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  8. Samantha

    Kent2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A perfect Sunday lunch. The food was beautifully cooked and presented. Only small minor delay at times but this is because they were so busy. We didn't mind at all. I would highly recommend. Even though there were many customers it was still tranquil and relaxing. Thank you.

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  9. Bob

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambiance in the garden room.fascinating view and pheasants in the field!! Lovely outside seating area. Food served in a timely manner and very delicious.

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  10. shobha VIP

    London22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, service and ambience. An enjoyable evening out with the family.

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FAQs

The Kentish Rifleman is rated 4.7 stars by 34 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Kentish Rifleman

Roughway Lane Dunks Green, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 9RU

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Tonbridge
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Adam Barrett & Charlie Shaw
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thekentishrifleman.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01732 810727
  • Private party facilities
    The Garden Room is a perfect spot for a private function. Seating up to 33 comfortably, we are able to offer an a la carte option. We also offer buffets and afternoon tea options.
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