Overall the experience at Tallow was good, but exceptionally expensive at £80-£100 a head, which didn’t quite leave me wanting to rush back. It felt like being in a London fine dining setting but with the oddity of being in Southborough, with the disparate associated views from each windows. A recent trip to a different restaurant for the same amount felt like better value, if nothing else because it included an entire bottle of sparkling, not just 3, and it also included a whole extra course from the menu. Having loved the Compasses Inn and returned to it many times, I have to say, this didn’t quite live up to the expectation set by previous encounters. Worth a visit but certainly temper any expectations, as mine were severely dented.

Would go back! Passing Tallow many times it’s been in my list for a while and wished I had booked before it had won its award and I might have been able to get a weekend booking. For a Tuesday night it was fully booked giving it a busy but relaxed and calm atmosphere with some nice background music. A bit pricey but would agree prices are aligned to the quality of the products used. The muffin instead of bread was a nice touch and quite filling. Main menu a little disappointed that the meat option was venison which is not a meat I eat so opted for the veggie main which was a mushroom pasty and was really surprising, and would recommend. The veggie options were really quite great and would opt for the veggie again. I did find some flavours a little overpowering so once finished each course I was not left wanting more but still really enjoyable. I was too full for dessert but wine selection was great. Presentation and service were 5*. The menu changes every month so I will definitely be visiting again to try some more!

Had the best experience at Tallow this lunchtime! We had the tasting menu, and every course was amazing!! Fine dining at its best. Tallow did not disappoint, and there is no surprise why it was voted number 1 local restaurant! The service was impeccable, and we were very well looked after. Tallow I applaud you!

Many Thanks to Rob et Al. We had the most fantastic meal /experience at the chefs table last night. The food was extraordinary and we opted for the wine pairings and we were not disappointed. I hope Tallow goes from strength to strength, the team deserve recognition for what they have created here. I can’t wait to go back.

5☆ without a doubt. It's probably the best place locally for fine dining at reasonable prices. Amazing food, nice friendly staff and good atmosphere. Every dish was amazing and would have happily gone for the whole menu!

Food was nice but it wasn't a massive hit for me. Service was great & attentive. Will go back for tasting menu and check it out. Found it a bit expensive.

Why go to London for fine dining when you can go to Tallow? We have visited a few times for lunch and it has been a wonderful experience every time. Most recently yesterday when the restaurant was super cosy next to the wood burner and the staff were as usual, superb. The food is a taste sensation. Looking forward to my next visit.

We were lucky enough to sit at the chefs table when we visited this hidden gem a few months ago and when some recent absurd reviews were brought to my attention I wanted to add an account of my own experience. Firstly I wanted to say how professional and knowledgeable the staff were. Ruby was an excellent som and host. She was friendly, enthusiastic and very patient with our party after a few wines! I also enjoyed her tattoos very much, not that I feel that had any bearing on our evening. As an intimate local restaurant we didn’t really know what to expect with the food but we were blown away. Every dish was flawless, there was not one we didn’t enjoy. Chef was extremely impressive and we felt privileged to be at his table. This establishment is well deserved of its recent Britain’s Best Neighbourhood Restaurant award and we would love to return.