# Rowlands Bistro, Gillingham — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rowlands Bistro — Bistro in Gillingham with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 784 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants/rowlands-bistro (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bistro # Rowlands Bistro Gillingham, Kent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12583787403133644917&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Darren](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106511559440569534720) **In short:** Rowlands Bistro is a bistro in Kent, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 784 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rowlands Bistro Rowlands Bistro sits at 66 Watling Street in Gillingham. The menu includes steak, prawn cocktail and hot fudge dessert. Pricing is reasonable. The restaurant takes bookings and is suited to groups and families with children. Staff are noted for attentiveness and friendliness. The venue holds a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Rowlands Bistro's own website](https://www.rowlandsbistro.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 6:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 6:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 6:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 6:00 – 11:30 PM **Saturday** 5:30 – 11:30 PM **Sunday** 12:30 – 3:00 PM ## What's nearby - T J Woolley next door - Camping International next door - Watling Street Dental Care next door - Ela Kendro next door - Kwik Fit Plus - Gillingham - Watling Street 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this bistro serves delicious steak, prawn cocktail, and hot fudge. They highlight the reasonable prices and good vibe. They also like the friendly and attentive staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (784 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Kent Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/569696). [More restaurants in Kent](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (784 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://www.rowlandsbistro.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01634 573954](tel:01634573954) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Kent **Plus Code** 9F329HF4+5R ### 🏨 Places to stay near Kent Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DKent%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Rowlands Bistro? Rowlands Bistro is open Mon closed; Tue–Thu 6pm–11pm; Fri 6pm–11:30pm; Sat 5:30pm–11:30pm; Sun 12:30pm–3pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Rowlands Bistro any good? Rowlands Bistro is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 784 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Rowlands Bistro dog-friendly? No, Google lists Rowlands Bistro as not allowing dogs. ### Is Rowlands Bistro good for children? Yes, Rowlands Bistro is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Rowlands Bistro? Yes, Rowlands Bistro takes reservations. ### How do I contact Rowlands Bistro? 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