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Wards Hotel

4.4 (10)
£25 and under
British
39 Earls Avenue, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2HB

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Good for groups
Earls Restaurant Folkestone is one of Folkestone’s best kept secrets and leading places to eat. Under new ownership since 2012, Earls Restaurant Folkestone has undergone comprehensive refurbishment and currently has an excellent rating on TripAdvisor and is consistently in the top 3 restaurants in Folkestone. Nestled in the beautiful West End, Earls Restaurant Folkestone is renowned for its elegant decor, friendly team and above all, its delicious Gourmet British Cuisine. Offering an eclectic A La Carte Menu as well as Sunday Carvery, Weekly Specials, Afternoon Tea and Children’s Menu, Earls Restaurant Folkestone caters for every taste and appetite. Our drinks menu includes some of the finest wines from all over the world, each specially selected by our team and behind the bar you will find a comprehensive choice of draught & bottled beers, spirits, liqueurs, mixers and soft drinks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Folkestone
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Wards Hotel.

4.4

4.4
(10)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

10 Reviews
  1. DarrenB

    Kent1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    TOOK MY WIFE FOR OUR ANNIVERSARY THOUGHT I WOULD BOOK SOMEWHERE DIFFERENT POLITE STAFF CLEAN AND PRESENTABLE, FOOD WAS AMAZING

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  2. LindaL

    Kent5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My partner and I decided on a weekend away in Folkestone.we found Earls on trip advisor and decided to try it out.it was lovely,the food was excellent.the place itself was very nice.the only downside is it gets a bit noisy and hot.but still worth a visit.

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  3. AlisonB

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food, service and good price for excellent quality food and presentation. Will definitely return for another meal.

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  4. Deborah

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely good value meal in nice surroundings. Have heard from a friend that an excellent carvery is offered on Sundays and on Tuesdays there is a senior citizen two course lunch for £7.95. Not to be missed!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Kent4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Bistro restaurant as part of Ward's Hotel. Pleasant surroundings, polite staff and food was good.

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  6. Jferras

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 31, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My boyfriend and I had the best server. True definition of a service. Our waiter (Gregor) served every course and drink with the biggest smile on his face, exceptional professionalism and great attitude. It's a shame I couldn't tip via card (get that fixed asap) Also, there needs to be better standard with food. Nice but not on the same level as the service. Overall a lovely experience!

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  7. CatA

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked for a friends 50th, having never been before. The staff were great, especially Gregor (sorry if I got your name wrong!) who was warm and welcoming and good on recommendations. Food was wonderful and we were given complementary taster starters as well. I read reviews of the cheese souffle and wasn't disappointed, only wish it could have been a little bigger! I heartily recommend.

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  8. DeeM

    Gloucestershire4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 24, 2018

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was basic but expensive for what it is.

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  9. FrancisP

    Kent1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 21, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My friend and I meet once in a while, every few months to enjoy a meal together, chat, and catch up with news. We usually go to the same place but, this time, fancied a change and we chose Earl's Restaurant at Ward's Hotel. It is closer to our homes than the place we usually go to. We both liked it, and it is convenient, and we both thought it was good enough to recommend to our friends, and for ourselves to come back to another meal there. Thank you, Earl's Restaurant, for a nice dinner and good, friendly service.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous food wonderfully presented great service

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Folkestone
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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