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Wattenden Arms, Kenley, Greater London

Wattenden Arms

4.5
4.5
56 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
21:00
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
Join Landlord Stuart and Head Chef Helder for breakfast, lunch or supper at the Wattenden Arms. Built over 150 years ago we are a hidden gem close to the famous Kenley Aerodrome. Our “finest hour” was most definitely during the Battle of Britain in World War II, when we were commandeered by the RAF to serve as an auxiliary mess for Fighter Command at RAF Kenley. Today we serve a refreshing range of lager, ale & wines and a menu that reflects the great British pub, using fresh ingredients all cooked to order. We welcome the local & wider community, walkers, cyclists & four legged friends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00–15:30 Thu–Sat 10:00–20:30 Sun 09:30–19:30
  • Phone number
    020 8660 4926
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Helder Pereira Roque

What 56 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wattenden Arms is a charming local pub offering "excellent value for money" with delicious, well-presented food. The "friendly and helpful" staff create a "lovely atmosphere," making it perfect for any occasion. With standout dishes like the sizzling steak and sharing roasts, it's a "gem" worth revisiting for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

56 Reviews
  1. Marilyn

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday roast with freshly prepared food. New owners are making this pub into a new favourite for us. There was also a really good live singer at just the right volume as background music and gave the place a lovely atmosphere. Good to see The Wattenden thriving and busy.

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  2. Louise

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, fantastic food served by Lauren and Thierry with aplomb in our favourite venue! Nothing's too much trouble and all requests taken without question and acted on.

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  3. Claire

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My beef was just as I like I, quite rare and succulent. Jug of additional gravy appreciated. Pity they forgot to give me any roast potatoes but was soon rectified. My only complaint was that our table was right opposite a door which people were using to go outside and therefore it was bitterly cold when this happened. Our waitress was very efficient and helpful.

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  4. Anna

    Surrey

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent - choice and quality but the service was very slow . My food arrived when the rest of My family had finished.

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  5. Sandy

    Surrey

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious French onion soup.Only had snack lunch Different cider very nice

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  6. Linda

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent birthday lunch for our local widowed friend . Staff lovely and gave her a comp drink and birthday sparkling candle . We all had a lovely time

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  7. Sarah

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing roast dinner, chilled live music, fabulous service

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  8. Janet

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious, portions very large. Service was excellent and staff were friendly and helpful. Very good value for money and we will be back very soon. Thanks guys
    Wattenden ArmsResponded on 27 January 2025
    Sincere thanks for your kind words Janet, we look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  9. Andy

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, very friendly staff, a lovely place for a weekday lunchtime. Will definitely be coming back soon!

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  10. Jan

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had Sunday dinner at 7.45 and were the only ones there at one point. Apparently it was busy at lunchtime. Dinner was very nice and we will be back 😋.
    Wattenden ArmsResponded on 15 January 2025
    Thank you for your review Jan; yes we stop serving at 7.30pm; it was indeed a busy lunch and then we move in to our weekly quiz at 8pm. We do hope you come back and see us again.

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Wattenden Arms is rated 4.5 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

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21:00
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Old Lodge Ln, Kenley, Greater London CR8 5EU

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Additional information

  • Area
    Purley
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00–15:30 Thu–Sat 10:00–20:30 Sun 09:30–19:30
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Helder Pereira Roque
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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