The Herbalist in Maidstone

Decor and general setup of the bar/restaurant is very pretty and unique. Location is great within Maidstone Town centre.Service was very good at our visit with smiling/friendly staff.However, the main aspect of any restaurant regardless of looks is the food which was a real let down. We had the fish and chips, the batter on the fish was soggy and not fully cooked through. The chips were somehow dry/overcooked and the mushy peas looked like a slight afterthought.It may have been a one off but for both portions to be like that?For the dessert we had the Apple Crumble and Creme Brulee both of which were a let down - rather tasteless.Plus side is the use local produce which is great but it does reflect on price being a bit of a premium.Unfortunately won't be coming back...maybe for mocktails.

Very nice food and atmosphere. The “jerk chicken” is most certainly not jerk if I’m honest, it was nice enough but wouldn’t have known it was intended to be jerk (taste wise) if it hadn’t been labelled as such. Cocktails were enjoyable and staff were very attentive. Overall a positive experience regardless.

Only popped in for a light lunch, but it was really good! We were seen to quickly, but not rushed. I ordered a simple chicken ceaser salad, which was actually amazing. The atmosphere was really good, and the decor was top notch. I'll be coming back for a full on dinner soon!

Great decor and ambience. Great service. Unfortunately the food wasn't great and overpriced. Fatty chicken kebab

We love coming here for food and cocktails. 🍸 Great service and atmosphere.

A lovely eatery! We went here for lunch on a Saturday. The staff were friendly and polite and the food was lovely (I highly recommend the sorbets!) and their use of local ingredients and drinks was such a great touch. We will definitely come back here!

It's a lovely restaurant - spacious with nice decor. Service was outstanding! Food was good, I wish the size of the starter was a little big bigger (I've had hummus). Mains were definitely generous in size! Prices are a bit high for Maidstone, but you get what you pay for I guess! I would return

Nice Saturday afternoon lunch. Menu didn't grab me wholeheartedly but thought we'd give it a try. Very much tries to be local. Menu reflected this, using local village or town names in the menu description. Local produce and suppliers appear to be important. Staff attentive, especially our server, Leo. I watched the food come out as being served, all looked good, but I felt a bit overpriced. We had a Chapel Down sparkling rose, can't go wrong with that. Burger about an inch thick after cooked, tasty but could have been a slightly bigger portion of salad and chips. I was hungry. Had a few cocktails, nice, again a bit expensive. On the whole a good afternoon, menu not overwhelming, staples but nothing exciting. A standard 12.5% discretionary service charge added to the bill. The menu was cooked from fresh which is refreshing and worth the wait. Would I go back, yes, probably. Definitely worth a try.

Honestly, the food were tasty and I enjoyed it but gosh, why the portion control, man.

Looks nice but food not up to scratch. I had a simple pizza but it wasn’t that tasty. Had hair inside apple crumble which was sent back.Poor service had to go up to the desk to pay as couldn’t get anyone’s attention.Well over prised.