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Your booking request has been successfully sent and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly. Daniel was named the Observer's Young Chef of the Year 2016 and has worked in some of the country's top restaurants including Jason Atherton's group - before settling at The Clove Club for 5 years where he was an integral part of the team that earned a Michelin star.

Natasha has worked at the Michelin starred Chapter One in Kent, as well as heading up the pastry kitchen of the Michelin starred One Leicester Street. Most recently Natasha was appointed one of the Head Pastry chefs at Rocket, a prestigious events company in London.
Reviews (15)
Rob McGarry
Rob McGarry
Dec 28, 2021
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Glad we came to this fine establishment. We had the 4 course tasting menu and it didn’t disappoint. We would definitely come here again and highly recommend, even if it is on the pricey side.
Leo Goodchild
Leo Goodchild
Dec 19, 2021
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We visited as a joint birthday treat and have to say that it absolutely lived up to the expectations that we both had, not cheap by any stretch of but absolutely fantastic. The meal was stunning, we had the a la carte menu which was complemented beautifully by the extras that were provided. The bread that was bought out was amazing - you could have done with that on every course to mop up all the fantastic sauces. The only good that we felt was not up to the level of the rest was the mince pie beignet served at the end of the meal. We both felt that this was a little doughy, with the mincemeat
Cathy Chuck
Cathy Chuck
Dec 13, 2021
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Fabulous NYE at the Fordwich Arms. The food as always was exquisite. The sommelier was amazing, and the flight choice was a delight. Just wonderful!
Charlotte Reid
Charlotte Reid
Oct 19, 2021
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We had an absolutely fantastic meal here last night. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and the food was wonderful. We had some lovely wines picked for us by the sommelier which paired beautifully with each course. The building itself is beautiful too. Highly recommend if you are wanting a special treat. We will definitely be back!
Gdrew
Gdrew
Oct 17, 2021
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This is not so much a meal but more an experience. The service and food are on par with some of the best I've tasted. I know it's good when they're able to make a vegetarian dish appealing!
Matt Cross
Matt Cross
Oct 07, 2021
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Without doubt, one of the very best restaurants, with bar attached, around... magnificent menu, tasting or otherwise, superb friendly service and a tantalising wine list... cheap it ain't, but if you want the best, look no further...
Lindsay Williams
Lindsay Williams
Sep 29, 2021
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All round one of the best meals I’ve had in a very long time; at least 4 of the tasting menu courses were truly exceptional but the raw Orkney scallop was the stand out dish for us and one that I’ll remember for a very long time. Also highly recommend the wine pairing which was of a very high quality with generous pours.
Lizy Scholey
Lizy Scholey
Sep 06, 2021
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Excellent tasting menu with helpful and knowledgeable staff, the only downside was that we were the only table in the middle surrounded by all the others so it was a little loud. It is ofcourse expensive so not an every day meal but worth it if you feel like splashing out.
Kirsty Barnes
Kirsty Barnes
Jun 20, 2021
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Absolutely fantastic experience. The setting is beautiful. The food was absolutely perfectly cooked, presented and the menu very balanced. The service was impeccable and Alex had an extremely impressive ability to remember every detail of every element of every dish he served. Couldn't fault a thing.
Dominic Pollard
Dominic Pollard
Jun 11, 2020
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My wife and I had a superb meal here at the end of October. The food was delicious (certainly warrants its Michelin star), there was a nice, relaxed atmosphere and the staff were very friendly and attentive. It felt very Covid secure, too. Would definitely go if in the area and looking for a special meal out!
Emil F.
Emil F.
Jul 04, 2019
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It looks like all the other reviews of the Fordwich Arms are from several years ago, before the new management took over. What seems to have been a lovely local pub is now a Michelin-starred pub and restaurant, and having now eaten here twice, I can honestly say it's one of the best places I have ever been.

Fordwich is a beautiful little town on the wildflower-strewn banks of the river Stour. The Arms is a handsome and imposing old pub with a pleasant main bar, a wood-panelled dining room, a vine-canopied terrace by the river, and a charming beer garden. For our second visit, we sit on the
Qype User Lin
Qype User Lin
Apr 30, 2012
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Went in here two weeks ago, on a Monday night. Me and my two friends were the only ones dining (another couple just leaving as we arrived). We all had a lovely meal and opted to eat in the dining room rather than the bar, just so that we could chat really. I had the best lasagne that I have had for a long time followed by a very rich, and yummy, homemade cheesecake. Bottle of house white a very enjoyale evening. Also the staff were nice and friendly without being pushy. Definitely come back again.
Qype User Bevoge
Qype User Bevoge
Mar 24, 2010
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The pub has the athmosphere of a big living room. The staff is very friendly.


Traditional pub food is served. I highly to eat in this pub. A dish costs just 9.- pounds but it tastes as good as in a posh restaurant.


One of the best places to eat I've ever been to.
Qype User Wayneb
Qype User Wayneb
Jul 09, 2008
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Always has a welcoming atmosphere, carpark on the small side unfortuantely so we sometimes have to drive on. shame really as this is always first choice if we are driving that way.
Qype User Louise
Qype User Louise
Jul 03, 2008
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What lovely people. Shaun and Sue, always make you feel welcome. Lots of regular faces always to be seen. Great Food, Great Garden on the river. Very small car park though, so make sure you get in first!