Biddenden in Kent is home to a small, family-run restaurant. Housed in a 15th Century weaver's cottage, The West House Restaurant is one
of only a few restaurants in Kent to hold a Michelin star.
The Good Food Guide said of this Kent restaurant... “Respondents continue in their enthusiasm for Graham Garrett’s cuisine: ‘great intensity of flavours, fabulous textures.’ as one reader put it."
The West House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value
Noise • Energetic
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Great for fine wines
Review summary
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The West House offers a delightful dining experience in a warm, rustic setting. Known for its "outstanding food" and "friendly, efficient service," it consistently impresses with a seasonal menu that is "beautifully presented" and uses local ingredients. Guests love the relaxed atmosphere and "excellent wine pairings" that enhance each meal.
1,399 Reviews
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FatEms VIP
Kent48 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 3
Ambience 5
Lovely food, very cosy and comfortable atmosphere, friendly team. Romantic for sure. But not mind-blowing
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Jazzheal
Kent17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
It is always a pleasure to enjoy the tasting menu at The West House. Great food and taste experience. Friendly unpretentious service.
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Frances
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
First class food and presentation. Pleasant ambience and staff.
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Maria
Kent3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We’ve been coming to the West House for many years. It never disappoints. Relaxed atmosphere, super friendly and effective service and the food is always amazing. Really enjoyed the taster menu.
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Catherine VIP
Kent30 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had another excellent meal at the West House. The services is great, very laid back but efficient too. As it it a set menu I often end up with something I wouldn't normally order but I trust Graham's cooking and it is always delicious.
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Julie
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
First time dining at The West House. Received a warm and friendly welcome. Although a small space, the tables were positioned well in order to give all diners privacy. The cocktails were very nice and staff were professional. Food was flavoursome and extremely well presented. Personally, I would have preferred some of the food to have been hotter. Will definitely visit again.
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely dinner couldn’t recommend more - great wine and food and service
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sandra
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Our little village is so lucky to have this outstanding restaurant
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Greg
London8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
We have visited The West House several times before and have never been disappointed. The welcome we experience is always warm and friendly and the staff always remember us, they make us feel like old friends.
Their food is always excellent and well balanced.
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Stefania VIP
Kent16 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I don’t think there is a better restaurant around here. The food is absolutely outstanding, and they are very accommodating if you need some variation! Services is outstanding again, every single little touch is just amazing! Wine pairings so well done. I can’t recommend this enough.
Thanks for another great night!
Steph xxx
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FAQs
The West House is rated 4.9 stars by 1399 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.