The Wheatsheaf - West Malling

Good, beer, well kept Guinness! Limited menu but we'll cooked food. Dog friendly. Would recommend. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

Lovely atmosphere, welcoming and friendly staff. Plus hilarious comedy nights! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

First visit to this really nice place and it won'tbeour last. Very friendly staff who make you feel like a regular and make you very welcome. We had a truly very enjoyable lunch, and the homemade burgers are an absolute must. These are 5 stars and at an extremely reasonable price. Parking: A few parking spaces, but it is in an area that is perfect for walkers because of the woods, etc, at the rear of the property. Price per person: £30–40

I went to this recently reopened pub on Saturday, initially just planning to have a few drinks but ended up ordering some food. When I placed my order, I received some rude looks from a few people in the pub and one young man even laughed at me, making me feel a bit uncomfortable. The pie and chips I received seemed like they had just been thrown in the microwave, with a basic beef pie from Aldi and undercooked chips. Despite wanting to complain, the unpleasant atmosphere made me decide to just leave instead. This is not a family-friendly environment, with lots of men playing darts and frequently missing the board, posing a potential danger to children. I witnessed someone almost get hit in the eye with a pool cue, which was met with laughter instead of concern. Perhaps I just happened to visit on a bad day, but overall the place simply felt like a place for heavy drinking. As someone who works in health and safety, I couldn't help but be bothered by the numerous safety hazards I observed. Additionally, the pub had a strange smell, like a mix of old beer and various vape pens. I won't be coming back anytime soon.

Thankfully, no longer a members bar. Friendly barman. I would have enjoyed the inside of the pub more if there wasn't horseracing playing loudly on a big TV. Outside needs a lot of work. I'm sure it'll all improve. Service: 4 Atmosphere: 2