Best Fun Restaurants in Kettering

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1. Red Lion

4.7

Exceptional(1199)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Kettering

Booked 18 times today

The Greedy Gordons Pub company welcome you to the Red Lion. Managed by Ashley Headland, he brings a strong team of consistency and knowledge. Situated in the heart of Cranford near Kettering a village steeped in history & the pub being the mainstay since the 1700’s.Head Chef Ben Drury brings loads of experience by bring people together with our love of great food and drink delivered with passion.Priding ourselves on being ECO-local we have reduced our carbon footprint by using local produce, recycling & upcycling as much as possible as well as providing waste for Bio Fuel. #EcoLocalRedLion.All welcome and catered for including dogs!

A photo of The Thornhill Arms restaurant

2. The Thornhill Arms

4.4

Awesome(681)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Kettering

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to The Thornhill Arms located within the picturesque village of Rushton, Northamptonshire. Conveniently located between Corby & Kettering and a stones throw from Market Harborough.Independent family owned pub & restaurant, we strive to make you feel relaxed and unwind while within our bar, dining rooms or beautiful garden..All our food is home cooked using fresh ingredients weather it be a monumental homemade burger or traditional Cod & Chips to a Club Sandwich we have something for everyone’s tastes.A warm welcome awaits parties large and small.We aim to offer tasty, whole-hearted meals to eat in any of our dining rooms, bar or garden overlooking the beautiful countryside.

3. Pig and Waffle

4.7

Exceptional(835)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • Kettering

Booked 10 times today

General Manager Nikita Harvey, Head Chefs Ricardo and Maria The Pig & Waffle is so much more than a pub – it’s simply the perfect country destination for all who love good food and a relaxed drink in the beautiful village of Grafton Underwood, NorthamptonshireBreakfast, Lunch and authentic Tapas cooked by the amazing Ricardo and Maria using family passed down recipes and the love of Spain and Mexico.

4. Funky Monk

4.2

Awesome(172)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Epping

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!

5. The Parakeet

4.8

Exceptional(754)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Kentish Town

Booked 113 times today

Fire led modern European cooking, served in a warm vibrant dining room. Reservations open on the 1st of each month for the following month, for groups up to 6 guests. Bookings for April open on the 1st March at 10am. For larger groups please email bookings@theparakeetpub.com. We serve our A la Carte menu Monday to Saturday, and Roasts on Sundays.

6. The Plimsoll

4.8

Exceptional(96)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pub • Highbury

Booked 45 times today

A modern pub serving a frequently changing menu, available in our dining room, bar, and outside ledges. It's not fine dining, nor is it trying to be. We cook in a way that we as cooks like to eat, so don’t be afraid to share. If you want to pop in for a burger and a pint, feel free to grab any available space in the bar or outside. We accept bookings for tables of up to six people in the dining room.It can be loud and slightly chaotic; at night it is dark. We turn tables because we need to in order to survive and pay the people that make it work, so please don’t be offended if we ask you to wait a moment for your table. Our dining room has limited space and we don’t offer high chairs, so please let us know in advance if you're bringing a pram or need to adjust your booking size.Here's when we're open, so you can find what you're looking for:Weekdays: Bar 3-11pmKitchen 6-10pmWeekends: Bar 12-11pm (10pm Sunday’s)Kitchen 1-5pmKitchen is closed on Men’s Arsenal home games.

A photo of The Snooty Fox Lowick restaurant

7. The Snooty Fox Lowick

4.7

Exceptional(622)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Kettering

Booked 6 times today

General Manager Matt Sear, Executive Chef Steve Bott with Head Chef James JacksonThe Snooty Fox is a pub with a difference and Northamptonshire's finest freehouse - there is so much to sample, you’ll need to revisit many times - and you’ll always be assured of a Snooty Fox welcome whenever you do.The pub itself is a truly stunning place in the heart of Lowick, a lovely village with a great community spirit.The Greedy Gordons Pub Group were thrilled to take over the pub in 2020 and wanted to create an unusual and quirky venue with food and drink to match.

8. Westerns Laundry

4.8

Exceptional(1696)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Holloway

Booked 32 times today

Westerns Laundry is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant focusing on seafood & natural wines. The restaurant is located in the Islington/Highbury neighbourhood of North London. It opened in 2018 and is housed in a 1950's industrial building which used to be home to the largest commercial laundry in North London. It now boasts a beautiful 60 cover dining room, which opens onto an open 20 cover cobbled courtyard with olive trees as well as an intimate private dining room. Westerns Laundry has won numerous awards for excellence and originality and is a firm favourite on the London dining scene.

9. Aluna

4.3

Awesome(78)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Birmingham

Booked 13 times today

Aluna is one of Birmingham's most unique and iconic cocktail bar and Pan Asian restaurant. Tucked away on the canal between the Mailbox and Brindleyplace, Aluna can be found at the Mailbox, on the lower level by the canal. Offering a host of delicious and indulgent pan-asian flavourings, expertly fused with western dishes, Aluna creates an individualistic and special catering experience. Dishes include fragrant Curries, Nori Dusted Lamb Chops, Bao Buns and Sichaun Paneer amongst many more offerings. And the magic doesn't stop there as theatrical cocktails are set alight, perfect for those looking at a big day or night out in Birmingham. Our mixologists artistically produce flavoursome and inspiring cocktails, especially when you choose our most daring cocktail "The Cauldron of Death". With our infamous Angel Wings and beautiful decor, this a beautiful spot to capture memories.Aluna is for the fun, mischievous and most magic of people.

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10. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8

Exceptional(4935)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Ongar

Booked 41 times today

Priding ourselves on our motto ‘Famous for fish’ Smiths Restaurants is a name that has become synonymous with fine dining and quality, attentive service. Our restaurants are located in Ongar Essex (just off the A414) and Wapping in central London (near Tower Bridge). Both restaurants boast an extensive menu of fresh fish that we offer to cook in a variety of ways to suit every palette. We also offer locally sourced meat dishes to accommodate those who prefer their food terra firma. To compliment the quality of our food we have worked closely with well renowned independent wine merchants to ensure we have a selection of wines that are the perfect accompaniment to every meal. The only problem you may have a Smith’s is being spoilt for choice.

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Jonathan
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I took my family to The Parakeet for Sunday lunch, the service, vibe and food were all 10/10. Old (well kept) pub decor and the noise just brought back old memories. Absolutely fantastic, I look forward to going back again, I could not fault it.
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The ParakeetPrice: Very Expensive• Gastro Pub• Kentish Town
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4.8
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Abi
Nottingham/Nottinghamshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
2nd time eating here. Went back because it was so good the first time, and it did not disappoint! I am coeliac and the gluten free choice selection is outstanding. You must order the calamari!!!
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Red LionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Kettering
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4.7
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Michael
Leicestershire •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent evening as usual. Nice atmosphere, good food and great service. Room was rather cold.
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The Thornhill ArmsPrice: Moderate• British• Kettering
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4.4
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SteveVIP
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Good, as always was excellent, £150 for 3 people with a bottle of wine and a few beers is good value given the quality of the food An excellent evening had by all
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Pig and WafflePrice: Moderate• English• Kettering
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4.7
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Brenda
Essex •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 25, 2025
Hi I had a good time and would of given 5 star but because we had been out on table by the stairs toilets etc I had people pushing my chair and bashing into me constantly I did ask to be moved but was told as you can see we are fully booked and no alternative seating available This did spoil our evening and to be totally honest we left earlier than anticipated and we would of preferred to of spent our money elsewhere
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Funky MonkPrice: Expensive• British• Epping
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4.2

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