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Chapter One Restaurant Hero - Chapter One, Kent,

Chapter One

4.7
4.7
5724 Reviews
£41 and over
Modern European
  • 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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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    01689 854848
  • Website
    http://www.chapteronerestaurant.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew McLeish
  • Private party facilities
    If you’re looking for a truly distinctive experience, our recently refurbished private dining room is ideal. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception a dinner party or a corporate event, your guests will enjoy excellent cuisine in exclusive surroundings.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 01689 854848
  • Location
    Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF
  • Area
    Orpington
  • Parking Details
    Large private car park for up to 70 cars
  • Public Transit
    Nearest BR station is Orpington. There is a black taxi rank at the station and the easiest thing is to get a taxi. It is approximately 2 miles from Orpington station to Chapter One.<br />Trains to Orpington are from Charing Cross or Victoria.<br>Alternatively train to Bromley South and then taxi but this is further away (approximately 4 miles)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,724 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

5,724 Reviews

  1. Rachel

    Kent

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was very friendly and attentive. It took it from an excellent dining experience to an exceptional dining experience!

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  2. Lisa

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for years now. The food and service was the best yet lovely night thank you.

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  3. Wendy

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Imaginative combinations of fabulous food perfectly cooked and presented by charming staff in a comfortable and elegant setting. Best dinning experience all round.

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  4. Robert

    Berkshire

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant did not honour the offer on Chapter One Bromley internet sight. Have there many times before. Very poor treatment to a regular customer over the years. Made a very poor excuse that it was my fault.
    Chapter OneResponded on 8 September 2024
    Dear Sir, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We generally refrain from responding to reviews, whether positive or negative, but we feel it's important to address your experience on this occasion. During your recent visit, you wished to take advantage of an Autumn Offer we had advertised in 2019. Unfortunately, that promotion is no longer available, as it was a limited-time offer from five years ago. Currently, we do not have any promotions listed on our website. Our floor manager attempted to explain this at the time of your visit, but we understand you decided to leave instead. We truly value your custom and hope to welcome you back to Chapter One in the future. We often run new promotions throughout the year, and we'd love for you to enjoy them when they are available.

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  5. Stephen

    Kent

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely decor and ambience with super attentive, helpful and friendly staff. Worth paying that little bit extra for the quality of the overall dining experience. We would definitely go back

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  6. Sandra

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a treat to eat at Chapter One. Service is friendly and attentive and the food is always so good. We had the halibut with brown shrimp, leeks and gnocchi, it was delicious.

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  7. Nerissa

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful treat for a special event. Haven't been for several years but it continues to excite. Thank you

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  8. Moses

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Restaurant, great atmosphere and ambiance. Great friendly & fast service. I’ll be going back at my earliest convenience 👍🏻

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  9. Amanda

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely night out for a special occasion Staff had expertise as well as personality Attentive without being ingratiating Excellent choice of dishes which consistently exceeded expectations We were nearly the last to leave and were not made to feel rushed at all All in all a hard act to follow

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  10. terence

    Kent

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    A very limited menu and the total meal and wine very much overpriced.. Very disappointing .Will think twice before returning Terence Hall

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Chapter One is rated 4.7 stars by 5724 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Chapter One

Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Orpington
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:30–21:30
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Large private car park for up to 70 cars
  • Public Transit
    Nearest BR station is Orpington. There is a black taxi rank at the station and the easiest thing is to get a taxi. It is approximately 2 miles from Orpington station to Chapter One.Trains to Orpington are from Charing Cross or Victoria.Alternatively train to Bromley South and then taxi but this is further away (approximately 4 miles)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew McLeish
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.chapteronerestaurant.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01689 854848
  • Private party facilities
    If you’re looking for a truly distinctive experience, our recently refurbished private dining room is ideal. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception a dinner party or a corporate event, your guests will enjoy excellent cuisine in exclusive surroundings.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 01689 854848
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