The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant

4.5

1838 Reviews

£25 and under

English

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant is a unique dining experience. Voted Winners of Best tenanted/leased pub in the South East 2010 & 2011, Winners of Best Turnaround pub in the South East 2010, Winners of best Tenanted/leased pub in the UK 2010
Commended as one of the best Family pubs in the South East 2011, best family pub in the UK 2014 and one of the Top5 pub gardens in the UK 2017.
The pub incorporates a large purpose built conservatory overlooking a one and a half acre garden, backing onto the River Darent. The restaurant has built a fantastic reputation, serving well presented pub/restaurant food with excellent value for money.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
English, European, Indian
Hours of Operation
Mon 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Bar Mon 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:15 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:15 pm
Phone number
01322 862299
Website
http://www.fightingcockshortonkirby.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Anthony Greenan
Private party facilities
At the heart of the Fighting Cocks is the Riverside Restaurant, which can be hired exclusively for your event. If you are looking to hold a party celebration please contact us in the first instance by email at bookings@fightingcockshortonkirby.co.uk.

Location
The Street, Horton Kirby, Kent DA4 9BY
Area
Horton Kirby
Parking details
A large car park to the side of the pub as well as parking at the front of the pub, enough for 60-70 cars.
Public transit
Farningham road train station is a brisk 15 minute walk to the pub. The 414 bus from Dartford, stops in the same Street as the pub.
Entertainment
View our website for regular events at the pub and in the restaurant.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

What 1,838 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.1Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Kent
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant offer a delightful dining experience with their "exceptional traditional home cooked food" and "lovely service." Known for their "best roast dinner," this charming spot provides generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. While seating arrangements could improve, the quality of the roast more than compensates.

1,838 Reviews

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corinne
VIP
Kent
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Family dinner before Christmas. Food was great. Lot of choice if you didn't want Sunday roast. We all liked our food. Portions generous and pie was exceptional
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JosetteEllis
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Michele was a very attentive waitress thank you so much food was amazing as always
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Jeanette
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been to the pub many times and have always had an excellent meal. The service is great and the venue is brilliant.
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John
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food and service were excellent and great value. My only criticism was the temperature in the conservatory could have been warmer.
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Malvina
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The dinner was fabulous and such good quality. The service was friendly and very efficient.
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Lynn
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly and professional staff who served us with a smile and time to chat. Excellent food, not rushed at all and pleasant and comfortable surroundings .
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Paul
Kent
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Jack our waiter made us feel welcome and comfortable. The food was excellent and Jack's sense of fun added to our group's enjoyment.
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Kim
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I have eaten at the Fighting Cocks on several occasions with family & friends and have never been disappointed. The food is always outstanding and good value for money, the service always very friendly and attentive. On this occasion we were surprised to be the only guests celebrating our friendship at Christmas, despite this the staff went out of their way to make sure we had a lovely evening.
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Linda
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From arriving to coming home the service was lovely . Michelle our waitress was really nice. The food was excellent. Definitely recommend a visiting.
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Anna
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Best roast dinner. It’s not the prettiest pub inside and is quite tired. But the food and service are lovely
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FAQs

The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat. The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01322 862299.

The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 1838 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant

The Street, Horton Kirby, Kent DA4 9BY

Additional information

Area
Horton Kirby
Hours of Operation
Mon 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Bar Mon 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:15 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:15 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
English, European, Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
A large car park to the side of the pub as well as parking at the front of the pub, enough for 60-70 cars.
Public transit
Farningham road train station is a brisk 15 minute walk to the pub. The 414 bus from Dartford, stops in the same Street as the pub.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Anthony Greenan
Entertainment
View our website for regular events at the pub and in the restaurant.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

Website
http://www.fightingcockshortonkirby.co.uk/
Phone number
01322 862299
Private party facilities
At the heart of the Fighting Cocks is the Riverside Restaurant, which can be hired exclusively for your event. If you are looking to hold a party celebration please contact us in the first instance by email at bookings@fightingcockshortonkirby.co.uk.

The Fighting Cocks Pub and Riverside Restaurant

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What 1,838 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

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