Malt Shovel

We were a group of 7 friends from London visiting Eynsford on a Saturday for the lavender fields they have nearby. After the lavender walks we decided to go to a pub but everywhere was fully booked. The Malt Shovel was the only one which had availability and so we went with low expectations but were happy that we found a place to eat. It turned out to be one of our favourite pubs, the food was absolutely amazing. You could taste everything fresh. The portions are huge. Not to mention the staff who was lovely and friendly. 5 stars! We will come back!

Had an absolutely brilliant experience at the jazz jam night. Everyone performing was absolutely great! Large variety of styles and instruments, with a big crowd who appreciated every minute. The drinks were local and lovely, as well as well priced. The barman was also very nice :

Wonderful little pub with excellent staff happy to have a chat and swap stories. Only had access to the small, separate portion of the pub as there was a, what looked like a wake in the other section. Wonderful place ,slightly hidden off the main road but worth the effort. The Guinness was excellent and the Tribute also.

I cannot believe this has been on our doorstep all this time and we didn't have a clue how amazing it is! The food is perfect!! In price, in portion size we actually had to take a break between the starter and the main! and taste was simply incredible. Each dish was clearly prepared with care and contained good quality ingredients.. No soggy veg here which is a pet hate of mine! I just wish we had left more space for dessert..next time! I honestly couldn't fault the food. We sat in the beer garden which is beautiful, didn't feel crowded and we sat on the decking so had cover from the rain. Service was awesome, we even liked the other customers we chatted to. The only tiiiny thing I would improve is having an option for better tonic water, I find Schweppes far too sweet and don't mind paying a little extra for a better quality one and would have been nice to have a bit of lime in there too but thats it. We will definitely be back soon to try more of the menu!

We visit for a monthly meet up with friends and its a lovely little pub. Prices are ok but the atmosphere is the best, especially in summer, though the beer garden is open throughout the year.

Great jazz jam night, band were amazing and there was great local talent in there too

Lovely roast on Sunday. Plenty of and great sharing bowls of vegetables. Staff friendly and attentive.

Takeaway Sunday lunch from The Malt Shovel totally exceeded expectations and made our day so much brighter. Totally recommend.

Good food and friendly staff. Craft beer was good but pricy. Real ale a bit disappointing

Nice cozy pub, but we left after one drink as the quizzers were in and we had taken someone's seat, - that's what my husband heard at the bar- so we went to another pub after one drink as it made him feel uncomfortable, funny enough as soon as we got up, the quiz people hot footed it over to where we had been sitting, all very clicky