The Poacher and Partridge
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About The Poacher and Partridge
On Hartlake Rd in Tonbridge, The Poacher and Partridge is a pub serving traditional and gastropub-style dishes, with bread and pizzas made fresh to order from its own pizza oven. Seating spans an indoor-outdoor barn section as well as a private dining option in the garden's "Botanical Shacks," which fit up to eight people for groups looking to eat apart from the main room. Vegan options run alongside the regular menu, including a vegan sticky toffee pudding. The pub takes walk-ins rather than bookings, and parking is plentiful on site. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor space, giving those with pets a place to sit outside the main dining area.
Good to know
“Family-friendly setting for traditional and gastropub-style dishes plus a private dining room.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh pizza oven pizzas, botanical garden shacks, vegan sticky toffee pudding and spicy margarita.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh pizza oven pizzas, botanical garden shacks, vegan sticky toffee pudding and spicy margarita.
Customer Review Summary
Fresh pizza from the on-site oven draws consistent praise, with reviewers highlighting bespoke versions made for allergies and repeated mentions of the bread. Close behind, the private dining "shacks" in the garden stand out for anniversaries and special occasions, alongside the fish and chips and vegan sticky toffee pudding. The spicy Margarita and rhubarb dessert also earn specific mention. Servers are repeatedly praised by role, staff are described as polite and warm even during a packed Easter Monday service, and one diner notes their allergies were checked at every course. The setting itself, indoor and outdoor space, is called stunning and clean. One practical note: a high chair didn't quite fit inside a shack and had to be perched in the doorway, though the reviewer called it safe. No other recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Several reviewers say they returned or plan to return, with one coming back the very next day.
Customer Review Summary
Fresh pizza from the on-site oven draws consistent praise, with reviewers highlighting bespoke versions made for allergies and repeated mentions of the bread. Close behind, the private dining "shacks" in the garden stand out for anniversaries and special occasions, alongside the fish and chips and vegan sticky toffee pudding. The spicy Margarita and rhubarb dessert also earn specific mention. Servers are repeatedly praised by role, staff are described as polite and warm even during a packed Easter Monday service, and one diner notes their allergies were checked at every course. The setting itself, indoor and outdoor space, is called stunning and clean. One practical note: a high chair didn't quite fit inside a shack and had to be perched in the doorway, though the reviewer called it safe. No other recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Several reviewers say they returned or plan to return, with one coming back the very next day.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We visited the Poacher and Partridge on Wednesday for our Anniversary.. we booked the Botanical Shack, which is perfect for private dining! We had loads of room as the shacks can fit up to 8 people, if you require a high chair, they do not quite fit in the shack and you have to perch the high chair in the doorway.. it was quite safe, but you might want to bring your own high chair, if it is a bit smaller than the ones the pub have.. see pictures for reference. The shack was beautifully decorated and offer you that little bit of privacy. They are located in the pubs garden. There is plenty of dining space, both indoors and outdoors, and all spaces are beautiful. We have eaten in alot of the Elite pubs establishments, they are all lovely pubs, and this one certainly did not disappoint. The food was lovely and the portions are a very good size. All their pubs have proper pizza ovens, so the pizzs are made fresh and to order. Loads of parking available. Fantastic pub and the staff were very friendly and welcoming! We'll definitely visit again.”
- Google user
“We booked an early table and were in the inside outside barn section on a beautiful sunny evening. The team were aware on my allergies that I had put on the reservation and checked with me for every course. They made me a bespoke pizza when they realised I couldn’t have the tomato sauce. Delicious pizza and drinks and the perfect evening with friends. Nothing was too much trouble!”
- Google user
“For a random stop by for food and drink my partner and I were very impressed. The food was amazing, probably some of the best food we've had for a while. The bread and pizzas are made fresh from the pizza oven. The atmosphere was fancy and relaxing, we sat outside and had plenty of choice where to sit. The staff were friendly and it was very clean. We would definitely visit again 👌🏼”
- Google user
“We came here for lunch and was greeted to and seated very quickly. We were then introduced to Lexie who was going to be looking after us throughout our visit. Lexie took our order and delivered it to us with a warm smile. She also checked in on us to make sure we were satisfied with everything. Would definately recommend and the food was amazing!”
- Google user
“I’m not even overhyping. Brilliant setting, great outdoor space, and food to die for. Look at my pictures and tell me you’re not going here. Unbelievable bit of talent this place 🤩”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Poacher and PartridgeWheelchair accessible | 4.52,289 | — | — | fresh pizza oven pizzas, botanical garden shacks, vegan sticky toffee pudding |
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