For a private dining experience that combines refined food, modern design and the buzz of a working brewery, The Curious Taproom in Ashford delivers something truly original. Set within the award-winning Curious Brewery, it’s a space where craftsmanship meets creativity - a place to gather, feast and toast in style.
The building itself feels more contemporary London than countryside Kent: a striking, glass-fronted brewery with a restaurant that looks directly onto the tanks where the beer is brewed. The air hums with a sense of curiosity and energy, and the food reflects that same spirit. Seasonal menus are inventive yet approachable, balancing British ingredients with global ideas: think sea bream with samphire and Curious Brew sauce, burrata with Nutbourne tomatoes and basil pesto, or a perfectly charred Scottish sirloin with chimichurri and onion rings.
For groups looking to celebrate something special, there are several beautifully designed spaces to choose from. The Taproom is the most social of them all, accommodating up to 60 guests with its own private bar and relaxed, industrial feel which is ideal for birthdays, company dinners or larger private events. For something more intimate, the Mezzanine offers a secluded perch for up to 20 guests, overlooking the shining beer tanks below. Here, the team encourages you to make the evening your own. You could meet the chef, tweak the menu, design a bespoke tasting, or pair each course with Curious beers poured straight from the source.
Those after the ultimate takeover can hire the entire brewery, transforming this modern landmark into a private playground for food and drink lovers. For an added twist, groups can also book a Curious Brewery Tour and Tasting, guided by the experts behind their award-winning range, including the crisp Curious Brew lager and gently sparkling Curious Apple cider. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a milestone celebration or a full-scale private event, The Curious Taproom blends the warmth of Kentish hospitality with the polish of a modern dining destination.