Bowleys at the Plough

4.8

171 Reviews

£41 and over

British

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood 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.

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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
Area
West Malling
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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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 171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Kent
Best Overall
Kent
Best Food
Kent
Healthy
Kent
Vegetarian-friendly
Kent
British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bowleys at the Plough offers a "simply outstanding" dining experience in a charming country pub setting. The menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and the staff's attention to detail is "second to none." With an "amazing" tasting menu and attentive service, Bowleys is perfect for any occasion.

171 Reviews

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Sue
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can't fault anything, food service and staff were wonderful. Went as part of my partners 70th birthday celebrations. Will definitely return
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Alastair
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cooking of the highest standard presented by charming and knowledgeable Staff.
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NooNooBelle
London
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely country pub with fine dining. Staff are excellent and make you very welcome. Stand out dish of the day was the risotto and the wine was excellent. We will e back
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Sarah
Kent
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely local pub/restaurant ,tastefully furnished and the most amazing food. Highly recommend
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sharon
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and service as always, a feast for your tastebuds!
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OpenTable Diner
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience… a gem of a local find !! Would definitely recommend
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Irene
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely restaurant. Nice location with onsite parking. Delicious food. Lots of extras - crudités from their very own nursery was a real treat, home made bread with smoked butter was amazing & amuse bouche too! No steak however there is a chateaubriand option if you dine in the bar. The reduction sauce served with the venison was to die for. All in all a very lovely experience! Definitely coming here again. Oh and Will our server was the perfect host! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Annette
London
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have lunched here several times and always an excellent experience, both food and service. A delight to eat here.
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Dave
Orlando
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a diamond in the rough for Kent , the team are just amazing and so knowledgeable about fine dining ❤️❤️
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Emma
Kent
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A sophisticated, well presented dining space, which is popular for celebrations; we were celebrating my husbands birthday. We opted for the 8 course tasting menu. Stand out dishes were the cep risotto and venison haunch, both absolutely delicious; I love the fact that all the produce is locally sourced. We had a Cotes de Gascogne to accompany our meal which was light and refreshing. The service was also a highlight, with each dish explained and presented beautifully. The team were very knowledgeable about the dishes, origins of ingredients and what wine would pair well for the tasting menu and/or individual dishes. The cocktails are highly recommended, especially the margaritas!
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FAQs

Bowleys at the Plough is rated 4.8 stars by 171 OpenTable diners.

Bowleys at the Plough does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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