The Phoenix Tavern

Name: The Phoenix Tavern
Address: 98-99 Abbey Street, Faversham, Kent, United Kingdom, ME13 7BH
Telephone: 01795 591462
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

270 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

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The Phoenix Tavern: somewhere to come together with friends and family; a home away from home. A place to feel at ease, wind down and indulge a little - by the fireside, in an inviting nook or in the spacious garden.

Delicious wines, premium beers, hot fresh coffee and a menu that takes inspiration from all around us, on the breathtaking Saxon Shore.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

3 Jul 2022

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Wed 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–19:00
Phone number
01795 591462
Website
https://www.thephoenixtavernfaversham.co.uk/
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual

Location
98-99 Abbey Street Faversham, Kent ME13 7BH
Area
Faversham
Parking Details
No parking is available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 270 people are saying

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Fred
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Menu very good be it for lunch or dinner. Very friendly staff and great service
MM
MrsMac
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve eaten at The Phoenix twice now and not only is the food delicious and the staff wonderful, we feel it’s better value and taste than The Sportsman which is why we return for special occasions. Thankyou!
PH
PaulH
Kent
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service4ambience4
Very nice pub. Went for Sunday lunch at 2 o’clock. Got there early so sat in the pleasant garden with a drink first. The staff were friendly and attentive. Food was very good but very expensive. I don’t mind paying for quality but this was a tad overpriced. I haven’t rated any pub Sunday lunch experience more than 8.5 out of 10 yet and The Phoenix gets 8.5 as well.
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vicki
London
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lovely lunch, very generous portions. Delicious accompaniments All in all very good
S
Sally
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Sunday roast - beef, pork or guinea fowl - or a very tasty veggie option. A massive yorkshire pudding crispy roast spuds and plenty of veg. Staff very attentive and helpful.
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Robchriss
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, coupled with great service - great experience and we highly comend and recommend this place.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was unbelievable, both the presentation and the layers of flavour! We haven’t had a better meal since we can remember
AH
AnnieH
Kent
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Phoenix always gives us the warmest of welcomes. The staff are caring, efficient in every way and the food is excellent, thanks to Scott and his team.
n
neill
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 22 June 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
The food is actually pretty good - The service is incredibly amateur and the table layout etc is not a match for the food. Bread is poor. I have been twice- the Sunday lunch was excellent. The bill is very heavy indeed.
The Phoenix TavernResponded 4 days agoGood afternoon Neill Thank you for taking the time to submit your review; it is much appreciated and very important to us. Whilst we consider all our customers' feedback as we move forward, we feel we must highlight that our staff and the service they give is excellent. The quality has been remarked upon positively, both in reviews and in person many times Kind regards Kim and Adrian
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karenp
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service, somewhere for a special meal.
RB
RobB
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always simply fab Food was perfect and service was excellent
ST
SavannahT
Kent
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall3food2service3ambience1
I've visited a fair amount of times and could never fault the food or service. Unfortunately my experience this time round I was disappointed. The main meat was very tough and hard to to cut which we let the waitress know who said she would feed back to the chef. We heard nothing at all after this, no apology was said. Considering the price you pay for the dishes and the small portion size it's a shame no actions were taken. The last few times attended we have also been the only people in the restaurant eating.
J
Joanne
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious Sunday roast , booked previous day as passing faversham around lunchtime . Staff very friendly and efficient . Food fantastic , chose 1pork and 1 beef , could not fault it !!!!
FO
FrancesO
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and fantastic staff. We love coming here. Always made to feel welcome. Out of this world Sunday roast. Took a well earned nap to sleep it off. This is our favourite place to eat and drink in Faversham. The garden is also a must visit for when the weather is nice.
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Caze
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 3 June 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
After enjoying lunch here a few times we decided to try their dinner menu. We ordered our drinks whilst we waited for the menu to be printed out. Once it arrived I was slightly disappointed and would’ve liked a couple more mains options to choose from. Once the food arrived the presentation was exceptional but the portions were small. More nouveau cuisine which we were not expecting or advertised. After, we were asked about the food and explained it was great except we could of had more of it. We were told that it’s meant to be a three course meal or we could have sides if we wanted more. To be honest, a bit of extra vegetables would’ve been sufficient. A main at £23 at a pub should not need sides. Been to the Three Mariners whose food is excellent but portion size is better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding! It was one of the best meals we have had in a long time. The staff and atmosphere was also so lovely. We will be back!
LS
LesleyS
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely lunch as always today. I had the fish finger sandwich and my husband had the steak one. Pannacotta and pain per du for dessert delicious!
MP
MudPie
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The new tasting menu was amazing and the perfect opportunity to try a range of dishes cooked by a great young chef. Great service too. A perfect start to the long weekend.
JW
JaneW
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A delicious Sunday lunch. The staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely visit again.
SM
SallyM
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely Sunday lunch with brilliant veggie option. Staff very helpful.
CB
ChristineB
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The meal was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed out evening out. Will certainly go back again.
ST
SavannahT
Kent
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Favourite place to eat. Always amazing food and great service.
l
lellislellis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband a I go to different pubs every Sunday for a roast with our big Turkish dog and this place does not disappoint! Absolutely delicious vegetarian roast, water for the dog and coconut sorbet to die for. Our waiting staff were brilliant. Very friendly, attentive and chilled. 100% would recommend for carnivores, herbivores and furry friends
LH
LindaH
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent lunch with our friends. The lunch food menu was value for money. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Will definitely be returning and recommend to friends & family.
LL
LynnLF
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 18 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service and ambiance as always. Superb.
NO
NoelO
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
The service was impeccable and you accommodated our dog at short notice. The food overall varied in quality. The beef and vegetables were good, the roast potatoes were overcooked. They did seem to be cooked earlier even the day before and then re heated. Not much choice on desserts and the whole meal was overpriced for the quality that it was.
LT
LucyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Accommodating, excellent service and roast was delicious and always! What’s not to like? Thank you Lucy & Mark x
J
Jacques
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
very good service in a delightful free house with good beer and very good food and beautifully presented. We felt well looked after and will certainly be back. one of the best in Faversham
DB
DianeB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Warmly welcomed, lovely armosphere and food was delicious. Will definitely go there again and will recommend to friends
MR
MicheleR
Kent
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful place to celebrate a birthday. A fabulous experience as always
LS
LeeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
amazingly friendly service, great food and attention to detail. will go again and take friends.
TA
TootingAbout
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very impressed with the experience at The Phoenix. Had been for drinks and the menu looked great so we booked for Sunday lunch with family - it didn’t disappoint. The food was delicious & the service fantastic. Roast beef was perfectly cooked and my Mum said the panna cotta was the best dessert she’d ever tasted! We will be back… thank you :)
HS
HannahS
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, food and ambiance was amazing perfect pub for our Sunday A new favourite
N
Nicky
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our second visit in one week as we enjoyed the first so much! Highly recommend the wild garlic risottos and the hake was delicious.
CA
CorrinaA
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lunch with husband parents. Everyone had a fantastic time. Staff very good and professional. Food excellent. Only one small comment would had preferred linen napkins to paper as I feel this let's done the fine dining experience. Overall a true gem and all areas in establishment exceptionally clean. Lovely garden. Dog friendly.
AH
AnnieH
Kent
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a very warm welcome, excellent food and service
J
Jade
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had lunch here with my sister in law and as always the food was amazing! Especially the mushroom and asparagus risotto! The service from Daniel was perfect and his recommendation for wine spot on!
N
Nicky
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 2 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and fabulous food… the wild garlic risotto is a triumph!
M
Moonmully
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely Sunday Roast - served really quickly, enormous Yorkshire’s & extra gravy. Lots of drink choices. Friendly & attentive staff. Garden for Warmer days.
MP
MaryP
Brighton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely Sunday lunch with family. Service and food brilliant. Great little find. Made our weekend away perfect.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

The Phoenix Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 270 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

3 Jul 2022

19:00

Booked 6 times today

98-99 Abbey Street Faversham, Kent ME13 7BH

Additional information

Area
Faversham
Hours of Operation
Wed 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–19:00
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
No parking is available.
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thephoenixtavernfaversham.co.uk/
Phone number
01795 591462

The Phoenix Tavern

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What 270 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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