The Poet at Matfield

Name: The Poet at Matfield
Address: Maidstone Road, Matfield, Kent, United Kingdom, TN12 7JH
Telephone: 01892 722416
Price range: De 26 £ à 40 £
Rating: 4.8

4,8 (3109)

De 26 £ à 40 £

Britannique

Maidstone Road, Matfield, Kent TN12 7JH

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2 personnes

2 mai 2025

20 h 00

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À propos de ce restaurant

Bien pour les occasions spéciales
Charmant
La perle du quartier

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams.

In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.

World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!

A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!

Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet.

Late cancellations - £20 per person.

Informations supplémentaires

Style de restauration
Élégant mais décontracté
Prix
De 26 £ à 40 £
Cuisines
Britannique, Anglaise
Heures d'ouverture
lun., mar., jeu.–sam. 12H00–14H00 lun., mar., jeu.–sam. 18H00–20H30 dim. 12H00–17H30
Numéro de téléphone
01892 722416
Site Internet
http://www.thepoetatmatfield.co.uk/
Options de paiement
American Express, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Tenue de VIlle
Chef de cuisine
Lee Adams

Lieux
Maidstone Road, Matfield, Kent TN12 7JH
Quartier
Tunbridge Wells
Parking details
Please note: we have limited parking and would appreciate our guests respecting our neighbours when parking.There is additional free parking located at Matfield village green, 5 minutes walk from us.Many thanks!
Public transit
Bus stop The Standings Cross: 267 Hawkhurst, 268Hawkhurst, 6 Tunbridge Wells
Renseignements supplémentaires:
Apéritif et coquetel, Apporter votre vin, Bar complet, Bar/Lounge, Bière, Bienvenue aux chiens, Brasserie, Divertissement, Droit de bouchon, Foyer intérieur, Salle à manger privée, Section fumeur extérieure, Terrasse, Vin

Expériences

Tuesday Night Steak Night
Plusieurs dates disponibles
At The Poet we use an array of techniques in order to give the best possible flavour and texture to different cuts of beef sourced from all over Britain. Our in-house dry-ageing chamber holds varying cuts of different ages, giving us flexibility with our menus and pricing, to curate an experience well worthy of a visit. Seasonal offerings such as aged wild boar loin or venison haunch, could be sharing a menu with aged Scotch beef sirloin, or smoked hanger steak, all cooked in our 300-degree charcoal oven. The steaks on offer are served alongside seasonal vegetables, local potato preparations and sauces tailor-made to complement the flavours of the steaks available on that day. Prices range from £34.95 - £94.95
Tasting Menu #13 - Wave to Table
75,00 £ par personne
Seulement 15 mai 2025
Our upcoming tasting menu celebrates the sea, showcasing an array of stunning dishes all about fish! From Halibut to John Dory, anticipate an indulgent evening with expertly crafted plates and exquisite wine pairings. This exclusive menu is the only one served at the event, with no accommodations for allergies
Tasting Menu #14 - The Poets Private Wine Cellar
150,00 £ par personne
Seulement 13 juin 2025
We’ve flipped the tasting menu concept on its head. This ones different.  Forget the classic approach where wine plays second fiddle to food. Here, the wine takes centre stage, with exquisite food pairings crafted to elevate each pour. Expect nostalgia, excitement, and cherished memories—all woven into one unforgettable evening. My cellar isn’t just Bordeaux and Burgundy. This menu will introduce you to hidden gems, (hopefully) shatter preconceptions, and unlock new ways to savour remarkable wines, all at a refreshingly accessible price.

Roasted Squash Velouté, Kingcott Blue Beignets, Pepper Jam, Baby Onions (v)16,00 £
Cured Sea Trout, Brown Crab Mousse, Spiced Bread Tuile, Mandarin Ponzu, Pickled Apples18,00 £
Coffee & Miso-Marinated Quail Caesar, Butter Lettuce, Preserved Lemons, Brioche Crumb17,00 £
Roast King Scallops, Parsnip, Pickled Shimeji Dressing, Crispy Parma Ham, Roe Tempura24,00 £

Mains

14-Day Dry-Aged Sunnyside Farm Rib Eye Steak (500g - for two to share)85,00 £
Triple Cooked Chips, Chimichurri, King Oyster Mushrooms, Tenderstem, Red Wine Jus
Chiddingstone Venison, Braised Chicory, Red Cabbage, Glazed Rhubarb, Venison Polenta37,00 £
Norfolk Pork, Prosciutto 'Tartiflette', Baby Leeks, Sichuan-Glazed Belly, Pork Skin Crumb36,00 £
Skrei Cod, Smoked Mussel & Tarragon Ragout, Fennel, Crispy Oyster, Fish Pie Croquettes37,00 £
Artichoke & Chestnut Mushroom Pastilla, Baba Ganoush, Hay-Smoked Parsnips, Curry Oil (v)33,00 £

Sides

Triple Cooked Chips6,50 £
Seasonal Brassica, Crispy Onions5,50 £
Herb-Buttered New Potatoes6,00 £

L'opinion de 3 109 personnes

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4.8

4,8 selon des cotes récentes

4,8Nourriture
4,9Service
4,7Ambiance
4,4Valeur

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suzanne
Londres1 commentaire
5.0
Y est allé il y a 3 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Excellent food , beautifully served. Had the skate wing, sauce was exquisite. Will always leave room for one of the delicious desserts. Will definitely go back.
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Joanna VIP
Londres54 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 4 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Such a beautiful venue and the food is outstanding. Our waitress was lovely and extremely efficient. The lunch set menu was very good value and although we swapped a little with the Al la carte everything was truly outstanding. It’s great that it’s open on a Monday too when so many others are closed. Will definitely not leave it so long to revisit. Highly recommend. 5 stars all round!
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Jill
Londres2 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 5 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Great Sunday lunch. Lovely welcoming and knowledgable staff
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john
Londres6 commentaires
4.0
Y est allé il y a 5 jours
1. Cote globale 4
2. Nourriture 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 4
We had a lovely meal, but a bit expensive . Will come again
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Vicki
Kent4 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 5 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
We had a fabulous afternoon, great food, great service and a lovely atmosphere
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graham
Kent6 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 20 avril 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 4
The staff were so friendly and helpful especially Tom The food was absolutely lovely and sooo much, will certainly be coming back
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Alistair VIP
Kent66 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 20 avril 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
We've just thoroughly enjoyed a rather special Easter Sunday lunch at this wonderful local restaurant. From the moment we arrived we felt cosseted and welcome by Tom and his superb front of house team. The atmosphere is relaxed yet professional and it's fun to be there. The lunch was delicious - we both chose the Orkney scallop starter which was cooked to perfection, and Maggie's fillet of beef and my belly pork main with all the tasty trimmings was a credit to Lee Adams and his kitchen team. With no room for desserts we could only look with regret to those guests who had saved space for one of Lee's specialities! The wine list is very good too with something to complement every dish and palate. This is a delightful place!
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Ruth
Kent12 commentaires
4.0
Y est allé le 20 avril 2025
1. Cote globale 4
2. Nourriture 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Service was impeccable from the moment we arrived. Greeted on arrival and shown to table. Very attentive and friendly. Drinks arrived promptly. Good advice on menu and drinks. Beautifully presented. Overall a very lovely experience.
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Teresa
Londres7 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 15 avril 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Great innovative menus, lovely flavours, perfect service - a wonderful evening.
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Sally
Kent8 commentaires
4.0
Y est allé le 13 avril 2025
1. Cote globale 4
2. Nourriture 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambiance 5
We love the roasts here but today the lamb was overcooked and bland and a £5 supplement for the Pork? Vegetables and gravy both delicious - not enough potatoes. Ambience always great - front of house a little OTT for some of our party.
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Maidstone Road, Matfield, Kent TN12 7JH

Informations supplémentaires

Quartier
Tunbridge Wells
Heures d'ouverture
lun., mar., jeu.–sam. 12H00–14H00 lun., mar., jeu.–sam. 18H00–20H30 dim. 12H00–17H30
Prix
De 26 £ à 40 £
Cuisines
Britannique, Anglaise
Style de restauration
Élégant mais décontracté
Dress code
Tenue de VIlle
Parking details
Please note: we have limited parking and would appreciate our guests respecting our neighbours when parking.There is additional free parking located at Matfield village green, 5 minutes walk from us.Many thanks!
Public transit
Bus stop The Standings Cross: 267 Hawkhurst, 268Hawkhurst, 6 Tunbridge Wells
Options de paiement
American Express, Mastercard, Visa
Chef de cuisine
Lee Adams
Renseignements supplémentaires:
Apéritif et coquetel, Apporter votre vin, Bar complet, Bar/Lounge, Bière, Bienvenue aux chiens, Brasserie, Divertissement, Droit de bouchon, Foyer intérieur, Salle à manger privée, Section fumeur extérieure, Terrasse, Vin

Site Internet
http://www.thepoetatmatfield.co.uk/
Numéro de téléphone
01892 722416

The Poet at Matfield

Effectuer une réservation

À propos de ce restaurant

Informations supplémentaires

Expériences

Tuesday Night Steak Night

Tasting Menu #13 - Wave to Table

Tasting Menu #14 - The Poets Private Wine Cellar

Menu

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Freshly-Baked Bread & Condiment5,00 £

Gordal Olives7,00 £

Starters

Roasted Squash Velouté, Kingcott Blue Beignets, Pepper Jam, Baby Onions (v)16,00 £

Cured Sea Trout, Brown Crab Mousse, Spiced Bread Tuile, Mandarin Ponzu, Pickled Apples18,00 £

Coffee & Miso-Marinated Quail Caesar, Butter Lettuce, Preserved Lemons, Brioche Crumb17,00 £

Roast King Scallops, Parsnip, Pickled Shimeji Dressing, Crispy Parma Ham, Roe Tempura24,00 £

Mains

14-Day Dry-Aged Sunnyside Farm Rib Eye Steak (500g - for two to share)85,00 £

Triple Cooked Chips, Chimichurri, King Oyster Mushrooms, Tenderstem, Red Wine Jus

Chiddingstone Venison, Braised Chicory, Red Cabbage, Glazed Rhubarb, Venison Polenta37,00 £

Norfolk Pork, Prosciutto 'Tartiflette', Baby Leeks, Sichuan-Glazed Belly, Pork Skin Crumb36,00 £

Skrei Cod, Smoked Mussel & Tarragon Ragout, Fennel, Crispy Oyster, Fish Pie Croquettes37,00 £

Artichoke & Chestnut Mushroom Pastilla, Baba Ganoush, Hay-Smoked Parsnips, Curry Oil (v)33,00 £

Sides

Triple Cooked Chips6,50 £

Seasonal Brassica, Crispy Onions5,50 £

Herb-Buttered New Potatoes6,00 £

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