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1. Buenos Aires Nights - Maidstone

4.6

Exceptional(1003)

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• Argentinean • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

On Maidstone’s bustling High Street, local foodies can discover the bold flavours and prime steaks that Argentina is famous for at Buenos Aires Restaurant. This popular eatery is well known for its friendly service and tasty Spanish tapas menu, which is ideal for sharing with friends and family. There are plenty of traditional Argentines dishes on offer, including empanadas, chorizo and succulent chargrilled fillet steaks with blue cheese or black pepper sauce. Diners can enjoy fine wines from the restaurants hand-picked list and for dessert there are home-made pancakes. If you’re having lunch with friends, dinner with a date, or feeding the whole family, Buenos Aires guarantees great food and good times.

2. The Bull Inn

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4.1

Excellent(9)

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• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 9 times today

The Bull at Barming is a true standout, a classic English pub where food is prepared with thought and heart. From generous Sunday roasts to vibrant vegan and gluten-free plates, every dish is made to be savoured. The drinks list is just as carefully curated, featuring real ales, craft beers, and a refined gin selection that pairs beautifully with the menu. With live music, seasonal events, and a genuinely warm welcome, The Bull is effortlessly inviting the kind of pub you’ll want to return to, time and again.

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3. Village Pub & Grill - Maidstone

2.8

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• Grill • Maidstone

Booked 6 times today

FroIt’s all on the menu at the Pub & Grill at Village Hotels! Check out our hot, cool & juicy menu filled with classic pub food, seasonal specials, Sunday Lunch and a great line-up of beer & wine. Catch all the big screen live sport whilst kicking back in our stadium-style seating and get rewarded through our Village Rewards app with some great special offers!

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4. The Chequers Inn, Aylesford

4.7

Exceptional(13)

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• Gastro Pub • Aylesford

Booked 4 times today

Situated on Aylesford’s High Street, The Chequers Inn showcases original timber beams and traditional log burners. Our riverside terrace offers a peaceful retreat, blending historic charm with a warm, inviting atmosphere.Serving fresh locally sourced dishes throughout the day.

5. Darts Social Maidstone

3.0

Good(1)

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• Unspecified • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

Get ready for some serious fun! We're excited to introduce our multiplayer darts experience to the Pub & Grill. Whether you're a pro or just playing for fun with friends or colleagues, it’s the perfect challenge, with 11 exciting games to enjoy!Darts Social offers an exciting multiplayer darts experience with 11 interactive games to choose from, including classics like 301 and 501. Perfect for groups of up to 8 players, each game lasts between 5 to 8 minutes, making it fast-paced and fun for everyone. Games are bookable for 1-hour.Play Darts, Drink Beer & Talk Bull!

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6. wagamama maidstone

4.3

Awesome(5)

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• Asian • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

big, bold asian flavours, made to order every time we’ve been serving up fresh pan-asian food from our open kitchens for over 3 decades. and while we’re still on a mission to bring you the best new food inspired by asia, over the years, our classics have become icons. no matter the size of the crowd, we’ll be happy to have you, and we’ve got dietary requirements covered, from gluten-free options, to plant-based bowls. so whether you’re in it for our brand new innovation or coming back for a dish you know you love, book one of our benches to secure your spot perfect for chilled out lunches of crisp, fresh salads, or dinner catch ups over crispy katsu or sizzling noodles. with warm service, good energy, and fresh food, guaranteed

7. Stilebridge

4.7

Exceptional(481)

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• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to The Stile Bridge, we have recently re-opened under new ownership and management following our sister restaurant "The Poet at Matfield".We serve food lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, serving drinks & Bar snacks all day.We source all our produce locally, finding inspiration from South America, Asia, South Africa and Europe to bring together a "New World" menu with Wines from across the earth to compliment your meal.

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8. PizzaExpress Maidstone - Earl Street

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• Pizzeria • Maidstone

Booked 32 times today

Our Maidstone PizzaExpress restaurant is near the heart of Maidstone town centre. Situated on Earl Street next to Fremlin Walk shopping centre it's the perfect spot to stop for lunch dinner or a light bite in-between.

9. The King & Queen

4.5

Awesome(362)

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• English • Maidstone

Booked 6 times today

The King and Queen is a beautiful quintessentially, English country Inn, located in the small village of East Malling, Kent. Located just 5 minutes drive from the M20 the K&Q offers everything you would expect of a 15th century coaching Inn. Serving traditional English food, from 12:00- 21:00 Weds-Sat and 12-19:30 on Sunday, we offer everything from pub lunch and classics to our full a la carte menu. Saturdays we are serving Brunch from 11:00-13:00 and Sundays we serve our famous English roast dinner 12:00-19:30. In addition to the beautiful interior areas there is a large well maintained garden for you to sit out in during the summer months. If you are looking for accommodation the K&Q has 3 double letting rooms, one of which is equipped for disable guests. Each room has private parking and a complimentary, in-room, continental breakfast is provided for you. All tables in the restaurant and accommodation are available to book via our website www.kingandqueeneastmalling.co.uk

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10. The Red Bull - Eccles

4.5

Awesome(8)

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• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

Nestled in the Kent countryside, The Red Bull combines the charm of a traditional village pub with a modern gastropub experience. Our kitchen focuses on seasonal British dishes, from classic Sunday roasts and pub favourites to fresh daily specials, all paired with local ales, premium wines and expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, evening drinks or a family gathering, you’ll find a warm welcome, cosy interiors, a spacious garden and a friendly atmosphere waiting for you at The Red Bull.

Dining near Maidstone, Kent at a glance

Updated on 25/10/2026

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Ricky
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very welcoming staff, nice and friendly, lovely ambiance, great food, will definitely be back for more
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The Chequers Inn, Aylesford££££• Gastro Pub• Aylesford
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4.7
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Claire
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 Oct 2026
We went as a family on a Sunday so had the added options of the Sunday roasts to choose from. Food was lovely, good choice of deserts, great atmosphere and good quick service. I would recommend and we will be going back.
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The Bull Inn££££• Gastro Pub• Maidstone
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4.1
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Grant
Kent •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Sept 2026
After using a different brand of south American restaurant we thought we'd give this one a try for something different and what a surprise we got it was a really really nice experience the food was fantastic and the service was amazing aswell.
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Buenos Aires Nights - Maidstone££££• Argentinean• Maidstone
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4.6
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Kim
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 Jun 2026
Loved the pub and grill, so much space around tables and air conditioning was brilliant 👍 staff were helpful, food was good. Lots of parking.
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Village Pub & Grill - Maidstone££££• Grill• Maidstone
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2.8

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1. Buenos Aires Nights - Maidstone

2. The Bull Inn

3. Village Pub & Grill - Maidstone

4. The Chequers Inn, Aylesford

5. Darts Social Maidstone

6. wagamama maidstone

7. Stilebridge

8. PizzaExpress Maidstone - Earl Street

9. The King & Queen

10. The Red Bull - Eccles

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