March 2024 by Katherine Jackson
We went for a Friday night meal, the restaurant was empty which was a shame as felt a bit like fish in a bowl. The food was tasty but a bit cold.
March 2024 by Barry Zannetti
Unfortunately not impressed first visit for a while between bus's staff not that welcoming pint of Gadds 5 5 pounds not the best I've had but reasonable and card payments only which is never a good idea 4 out of 5 star's just.
February 2024 by joe rogers
Been several times and food was brilliant, however went tonight was told kitchen closed at 9pmIt was 9.01pm. Only wanted a steak.Obviously doesn't need my custom so won't go back.
February 2024 by Chelsey Ann
Not really sure how this place has high rating?First time in and we was left just stood there in the middle of entrance. One table full in the whole place and no staff. One staff sitting down on a laptop and said someone would be out. Waited 5 mins and still no one so we head to bar to get drink and no one there. Few mins later we was finally seated and served. By a nice lady. We ordered the shared for £55 and the presentation was lovely however the food was not great. The pigs in blankets were awful tasted like dirt/muddy taste I actually spat it out into a tissue. The ribs was microwaved with sauce on top and the chips were flavourless and not nice. Over all for £70 bill was very disappointed and both will not be returning. We was not asked if we wanted another drink or to look at the desert menu. Lucky we just wanted to leave.
February 2024 by Colin Huckstepp
Luv the Powell good food and great selection of drinks then played board
February 2024 by ben rootes
I worked here for a few weeks the owner is proper shady under pays all his staff a real scumbag please avoid this place like the plague if u have respect for working
February 2024 by Ashleigh James
If you're looking for a venue for a party then book the Powell! From the outset its been easy and stress free.Complete flexibility with food options and the food was the best we have had for a party locally.The venue is a cosy country pub feel and the rooms are comfy yet luxurious. Thank you Sophie and team for your help.5 stars for all, only given 4 stars for location as no onsite carpark so guests have to pay to parking or park and walk from residential roads but this isnt a big deal.
February 2024 by Keeley Cole
Had our Christmas Work do here, hoping we went on a dodgy night but the slow cooked beef & garlic mash was so tough and was served with a watery gravy and no vegMy friends vegetarian option was forgotten even tho we'd preorderedReally unlike the Powell
January 2024 by Peter Cackett
Didn't stay but had a great meal in the restaurant. Would definitely
December 2023 by Andrew Robinson
Been here a fair few times and I was blown away each time. But tonight's dinner was awful, never like leaving bad reviews but consistency is key that's why we came back, have been put off coming here again.Starters, we're nothing compared to the same starter I had before. Specially for £9.The main was very very standard, mash was bit lumpy, grissile in the sausage & gravey was like water with minimal onion( baring in mind it's onion gravy). Everything just lacked in flavour. The only reason we ate was because we was starving.Was very disappointed.
December 2023 by Broadyboy19
Came here for a pre Christmas meal with friends?The actual setting is lovely being in a medieval style room..It wasn?t what I would say very busy..there was a big table in the extension area. We were seated by the waitress?there were candles on the table and I would have like to have seen them lit,the room was quite bright and could have been toned down a bit to create the atmosphere.. It was a while before our order was taken.. we ordered starters and wine. When ordering the main course,a lot of the dishes weren?t available,which was a shame?.I had to ask for side plates as these were not on the table?my main course was Chicken supreme?now I?ve had this before and it should be in a cream sauce,but I ended up with a dry,leathery piece of chicken in a watery..not even gravy..liquid! but the person who was cooking is inexperienced of how things should be prepared?Also one of the waitresses came to take our dishes away and had obviously had smoked a cigarette as she was quite smelly?.to sum up I think the place needs to have someone more experienced over seeing things font of house and chefs who know what they are doing?.. prob won?t go back
December 2023 by Jessica R
went in for steak night, it didnt disappoint. simple food done well. nice staff, couldnt fault the service. first pint tasted a bit dodgy (think it was the first one out the barrel) so they quickly changed it for us. steaks were cooked exactly as we wanted them, served with a lovely big mushroom and nice chunky chips. buy one get one free on a thursday too - bonus!
November 2023 by SBAD1
This is a really beautiful pub. Staff were friendly and the burgers we had were delicious (special mention for the home-made chips). Unfortunately they are currently operating a "No Cash" policy, which is a totally undemocratic and dangerous stance to adopt - actively encouraging future digital enslavement. Unfortunately we will not be returning whilst this policy remains, which is a shame for all concerned.
November 2023 by Jessica Pearce
We've been to the Powell on a few occasions this year, while we have been planning our wedding at Chapel House Estate.Every time we've been there we have felt so welcomed that it feels like we're locals, even though we live 100 miles away!We booked out all 6 rooms at the Powell for our wedding guests, who all could not speak highly enough of the comfort and service provided during their stay. One of our family members who is just over 6'7 even said the beds were big enough or him! Which was a joy and surprise for him!We've eaten at the Powell as well on a few occasions and the food is always exceptional! Byron, the owner and Head Chef never makes a bad choice when it comes to food! And we can't wait to visit one of his other pubs and restaurants in the future.We also decided that it would be the perfect venue for our rehearsal dinner the night before, and the team at the Powell couldn't have been more accommodating to us, allowing us to take up their restaurant space for the evening! 30 of our close family and friends all in one place, getting ready to celebrate our marriage together was just wonderful.My only downside to The Powell is that it is so far away!! We both wish that we could be true regulars to this fantastic place!!
November 2023 by Sinead Harkins
I would encourage all musicians who book here to organise their payment method before performing as I was waiting over a week for payment and was lied to on more than one occasion!!!Had to chase the owner across different businesses in Kent to finally receive payment.
