The Ringlestone inn

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  Jacqueline Fuller

  ·1 week ago

  “At the Ringlestone again last night with some friends, the food and atmosphere wonderful as always and suddenly we had a power cut.There was some emergency lighting including in the kitchen of course and candles, the power stayed off for the rest of the evening but the fantastic staff just carried on supplying great food in their usual happy friendly way ! True professionals”

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  Sean Mayes

  ·4 weeks ago

  “We had a lovely warm welcome from Dalton upon arrival. Our table was ready and we had the option for either the restaurant or tables near the fire, on the otherside of the bar. We opted for the latter - both areas were excellent/cosy, so I'd happily recommend either. Dalton was friendly, chatty and we immediately felt at ease. All the staff were lovely and friendly throughout. We both ordered the seven course tasting menu at £75 per person. I hope the photos do this justice! Every course was made with care and skill. It was a shame we didn't get to meet Paolo and personally thank him at the end of the meal but passed our regards on to Dalton. It is rare to say I enjoyed every single thing, but on this occasion, every course was exquisite in presentation and taste. This was one of the best meals I've had anywhere in the world. Everything was cooked to perfection and had the taste to match. I highly recommend The Ringlestone Inn and Dalton and Paolo have done an incredible job with the place and food. I will definitely to be back! Incredible stuff all round.”

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  lizzy

  ·3 months ago

  “Had my drink and lovely food and service Dalton was friendly and attentive,will definitely recommend.”

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  Kevin Goddard

  ·4 months ago

  “Came here for an anniversary meal on 27th June 2026. Beautiful quiet country pub with a menu that only the fussiest of eaters would have problems with. There's a la carte, plus 5 and 7 course tasting menus. I had a mackerel starter (went brilliantly with the tomatoes and rhubarb), Lamb main course with cabbage/parmentier potatoes (delicious) and a lemon olive oil cake with apricots, apricot sorbetand lemon curd (also superb). My wife had tomato and red pepper soup (fantastic), pork loin with ratatouille (which she really enjoyed) and a chocolate dome of dark, rich loveliness with strawberries/ice cream. Portions weren't very big, but it made a nice change to have 3 courses and not have to waddle out feeling bloated/stuffed! It is more expensive than your average pub (though the drinks were VERY reasonably priced) but the food is way better so that's fair enough (not quite up to the standard of say Read's in Faversham or Sportsman in Seasalter but not far off). Service was informal and friendly - just right. Can highly recommend - this was our first visit and hopefully won't be our last. Can't give half stars otherwise it would be 4.5 for everything.”

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  David Burns

  ·5 months ago

  “We used to visit The Ringlestone on a regular basis, so when we were in the area we decided to pop in for a drink. It still has the Olde Worlde charm, and good beers. We didn't eat this time, but the menu looks good.”

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  Lucy Dinley

  ·5 months ago

  “I absolutely love this place! It is my favourite restaurant! Not only because I love old buildings and their history but the owner and his staff are amazing at their jobs. The staff are friendly, accommodating and we also have a laugh. The food is out of this world... you don't want it to end but you're really hungry at the same time and it just tastes so amazing!!! The chef there is priceless! No matter what meal we have, it is always of great quality from a chef who takes pride in the quality and presentation of what he's serving!! 👌 20/10 from me!!”

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  Lauren Fletcher

  ·8 months ago

  “First visit to the Ringlestone and will most definately be back again! The staff were welcoming and lovely from the minute we walked in. The food was superb and couldn't fault it, with the addition of the homemade bread and flavoured butters to share at the table was a lovely touch. All round hit & a must visit!”

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  Steve Barlow

  ·10 months ago

  “Lovely old pub and restaurant, the food is very tasty but very expensive for what you get. I guess it's there take on so called fine dining as portions are tiny. I had a pork chop on a small bed of cabbage with one carrot and one crocket potato drizzled with carrot puree and it cost £26.50. I feel they could have given me at least 3 carrots and 2 crocket potatoes and the cost to them would have been minimal and I might have felt a little more full. As it was even after a similarly small desert I came out of the place still feeling hungry and I wouldn't say I am a big eater! Staff were very friendly and attentive and the place is lovely inside with a wood burning stove to keep you warm.”

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  Antony Calver

  ·2 years ago

  “A nice Sunday lunch at the Ringlestone Inn. Attentive staff, hardworking and polite. Fully booked on Sunday, so reservation would be recommended. I had a pint curious larger and partner had G&T. I had the mackerel to start, which was delicious. We both had roast beef for mains. Followed by two flat white coffees. A lovely, well cooked meal in a nice location. We will be returning.”

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  Stefan Wimmer

  ·4 years ago

  “Fantastic experience for A to Z. The restaurant is located inside an old pub quite far off the beaten track. We received a warm welcome by the owner/staff, with good humour and lots of love for our dog :) The lunch menu already looked promising and it was to absolutely live up to the expectations. Starters and main were not only freshly prepared from fine local produce but also lovely decorated. The tastes are phenomenal and you really get a great value for your money. That said, I found the meals fairly priced, considering that regular pub food is not cheap either - and there really is no comparison between the two. If I lived in the area, this would be a regular place to have an excellent lunch or dinner. Best make a reservation...”

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