Chapter One

4.7

5805 Reviews

£41 and over

Modern European

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 p.m.

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Booked 16 times today

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Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Neighbourhood gem

Chapter One is an award-winning Modern European restaurant with 3 AA Rosettes in Orpington, Kent. Following a major refurbishment in early 2019, Chapter One has relaunched with a more modern approach, tempting guests with greater variety and quality.

Under the direction of acclaimed chef Andrew McLeish, modern European cooking is available in two formats. In the Restaurant, sophisticated seasonal dishes are served in a refined setting with a weekly changing 3-course Lunch Menu du Jour, a seasonally-inspired 7-course Tasting Menu and an a la carte option. In the more informal Brasserie, a selection of favourites are cooked to perfection with the finest ingredients. The drinks offering is as exciting with an AA Notable Wine List, premium spirits, and cocktails. There is also a private dining room for corporate and private occasions.

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Location
Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF
Phone number
01689 854848
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Large private car park for up to 70 cars
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Andrew McLeish

Private dining

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

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Kent
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Chapter One in Locksbottom consistently delights diners with "exquisite food" and "superb service." Known for its varied menu and "attentive staff," it offers a memorable dining experience in an elegant setting. While prices can be high, the quality and presentation of dishes like the "pea veloute" and "tarte tatin" ensure it's worth the splurge.

5,805 Reviews

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Olga
Kent78 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Its always a pleasure to have a meal here. The staff are very attentive and the food delicious as always. Until the next time
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OpenTable Diner
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience with my wife and 2 boys celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary... Sublime dishes with amazing service
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Daniel
Brighton1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was superb. Our waiter made recomendations for drinks, which were fantastic.
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Pete
Derbyshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s always a delight to attend Chapter One for a treat or special occasion. Service is excellent from taking your coat to chatting with the sommelier… highly recommended.
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helen VIP
Kent238 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Chapter One is absolutely my favourite restaurant. Everything about it is special. the service the food, the ambiance. However, for many people it would be too expensive and would only be for something very special.
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Jill
Kent7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delightfully relaxed lunchtime experience. Seasonal ingredients included a delicious blood orange pavlova and sorbet. Tangy and tasty. I loved the beetroot and whipped goat curd starter.
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Antonio
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful celebratory evening with family. Food, ambience and attentive staff made for a great experience. Bravo
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Rachel
London9 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous Sunday roast sirloin lunch. Gorgeous beef, Yorkshire, roasties, green beans and delicious red cabbage. Could have been hotter, but I like my food steaming hot.
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Linda
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love everything about Chapter One, I go there with my 2 daughters and have never been disappointed
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Peter
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service and value. Wholly recommend!
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Chapter One is rated 4.7 stars by 5805 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 p.m.

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Booked 16 times today

Additional seating options

Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
01689 854848
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Large private car park for up to 70 cars
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Andrew McLeish

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Chapter One Private Dining Room

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