The Ramblers Rest - Chislehurst — Restaurant in London

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our 'first proper' meal stay (approximately 2 hours 14.40 to 16.40pm) at this charming little historic grade listed 17th Century Kentish Inn on Thursday 28/7/22. The relaxed quite atmosphere allowed us the opportunity to introduce ourselves to staff Ben, Abi, and Kevin 'the chef'. Kevin, we thoroughly enjoyed the interesting conversation with you about the hospitality industry, your a 'true gentleman' and an excellent experienced chef. The very best in our reckoning! The food delicious and service of the highest order, par excellence....hither greeted by three fabulous warm friendly, professional and engaging people to make this a wonderful memorable visit. I remember visiting here before in the 1970s; today by comparison I found the old traditional inner surroundings uplifted and blend so well around the bar - general dining area layout, ready to embrace on entry. I like the decor and cool blend of colours of the walls etc. the furniture and floor space all very cosy and chic. Also very clean and hygenic throughout - toilets too! A quaint little garden situated at the rear awaits you as you walk via the dining and bar area. At the bar, some traditional beers are on tap here, one of my favourites Adams Southwold Ale. I suggest weekday afternoons probably one of the best times for quiter relaxing moments. I do recall from the past the Inn very popular during visiting times evening and weekends.The Inn car park restricted (possibly about ten spaces maximum?), but beware as you approach Mill Place (immediately off Old Hill B264 / junction Bromley Road A222) - a very steep narrow downward bumpy lane (with potholes!...) as you approach the car park which is tucked away in a small grassy bank and dell below. But, an Inn definately worthy of a visit any time of day. I find here today a friendly cosy Inn ideal for couples, whether small groups of friends or family, or even alone to bide your time. This renowned local landmark stop point makes perfect for any rambler en route via their journey through nearby Chislehurst or Petts Wood Commons. Thanks so very much Ben, Abi and Kevin. In reality with my thoughts, this Inn is all about you in essence. Keep up the excellent work here at The Ramblers Rest, my wife and I will ramble return to your retreat sometime in the future - definately 👍 yes! My very best regards and well wishes to all three of you, thanks for all your kindness and...

After seeing the recent sign advertising a new lunch menu, I decided to take the wife there when the kids were at their aunts. I had heard that the Ramblers had had a refit, so was looking forward to re-visiting for the first time in number of years. After paying £26 for 2 drinks, sausage baguette and a chicken burger, I thought that we were in for a nice lunch. How wrong we were. The only available table was in the top bar, mainly due to the rugby being on in the lower bar, which is fair enough, but you would think that this new refit would have included heating. It was freezing. So much so, that we had to keep our coats on. Hunger soon evolved into near starvation, as our lunch did not arrive till 45 minutes later. Mine was the sausage baguette - 2 of Sainsbury's finest in a bake your own baguette, with limp side salad of 3 lettuce leaves, and a small silver bucket of over fried thin greasy chips. My wife's was a dry chicken fillet, again, within a Sainsburys standard bun, with the afore mentioned bucket of greasy chips. Oh, and forget about the offer of any condiments.

Definitely not worth £20, let alone £10.

Well, I won't be going there again in a hurry.

I suggest the Tigers Head, Mirage 2 or the best for "Pub Grub" in Chislehurst,...

Went to Ramblers Rest for lunch. Chosen for its location which doesn’t disappoint; very picturesque. Had we gone just for a drink, the review score would have been higher.

However, as a lunch destination, I wouldn’t recommend; limited choice menu, nothing looked or tasted as if it were made fresh, in-house. Bought-in frozen chips, frozen onion rings, caterer factory burgers and buns.

The meal was edible but barely average quality - burger van quality without the value for money.

Even though we booked a table, there was no-one at the bar when we arrived and made no effort to show us how to get to the outdoor area.

The Rambler’s Rest promised much but...