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Ray's Place

Pub and American Restaurant$$$$
Kent
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    Jeff B.
    "Must have the Jerk Fries!!"(5 Tips)
    Sue R.
    "Best beer selection in the area... Try something fun on tap."(13 Tips)
    Tim F.
    "Atomic cheeseburger is the bomb!!"(3 Tips)
    Amanda D.
    "Need a MoFo burger"(2 Tips)
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  • Joanna P.
    Joanna PoeNovember 11, 2012
    Great beer selection. Everyone talks about the mofo burger, but try the stuffed burger if your appetite is smaller. Yum! Fish tacos are only so-so. Sun sticks are great!
  • Squib G.heart icon on user image
    Squib GirlNovember 21, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Reubens are always a great choice, and they grind the beef for their burgers so you're safe offering a medium rare =) also the staff is pretty well trained about the beer so ask!
  • Zach E.heart icon on user image
    Zach ElmoreSeptember 14, 2015
    One of the best beer lists in Kent, does a great job stocking seasonal craft beers. The food is great too, if a bit pricy for bar food. Sometimes the staff is rude, however.
  • Brittany G.
    Brittany GreerApril 18, 2014
    This delectable delicious hot spot ravished my taste buds. The beer list is beyond impressive and specifically the tomato and feta dip appetizer made my skin flute sing! Come to Rays!
  • Kristopher W.
    Kristopher WeissAugust 13, 2015
    I've had ribs both times and they were delicious - best cole slaw I've ever had, too. Prices are reasonable and service is good.
  • Mike P.heart icon on user image
    Mike PApril 22, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    I like to get here around midnight on a busy Saturday and ask for a dirty martini with a hint of jalapeño. Then I tell the bartender that I'm a bartender too and it's cool, I'll leave a big tip!
  • Jamie B.
    Jamie BlossFebruary 8, 2012
    Best burgers and French onion soup! I always get the quiche too if I want to get something healthier. Beer flights are amazing too to try four kinds of beer on tap!
  • Jen C.heart icon on user image
    Jen CunninghamMarch 24, 2017
    Been here 50+ times
    Great for beer and food. I recommend the sweet potato fries.
  • Chas M.heart icon on user image
    Chas McCauleySeptember 12, 2015
    Great beer selection, salads are huge and inexpensive. I had the chili and it was also cheap and delicious
  • Kristin W.heart icon on user image
    Kristin WeisOctober 15, 2014
    Just avoid the nachos. They burnt some of the chips. Other than that, I love the draft list. Quite lengthy with a lot of craft beers.
  • Sandy C.heart icon on user image
    Sandy COctober 7, 2015
    Happy hour! 1$ off drinks and 2$ off appetizers on Tuesday. Mussels - nummy!
  • Paul G.
    Paul GarlockJune 13, 2012
    Order up some Jerk Fries! Whether you're a fan of that spice of the Caribbean or not, these things are great
  • Brittany N.heart icon on user image
    Brittany NaderApril 3, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Get the jerk fries. They are so good! The beer selection here is pretty great too. More of an older crowd here most week nights..
  • William H.heart icon on user image
    William HoffmanOctober 5, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Not only the best bar food in Kent but some of the best food in general. Get the Black and Blu burger.
  • Penance
    PenanceSeptember 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great food and great selection of beer on tap. Get the Jerk Fries!
  • Thomas W.
    Thomas WalkerAugust 4, 2010
    ay’s Place since 1937, a meeting place where people of all ages and walks of life meet to transact business, discuss politics, keep up on current events and yes, gossip. Doing all of this while they e Read more
  • Squib G.heart icon on user image
    Squib GirlFebruary 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    It's tough to beat Ray's burgers and hand cut fries... but the Ruben on rye (cornedbeef or turkey) is pretty damn good!
  • Chip D.
    Chip D.November 16, 2011
    Many college towns claim to have a spot like Ray's, but they are mistaken. Ray's Place is an amazing institution with true character.
  • Scott G.
    Scott GellmanMarch 23, 2015
    The mofo was good, but for lunch, the service was terrible, the burger was sloppily put together, and, despite asking for med-rare, got well done. Meh. Go get a comparable burger at a better place.
  • Anthony G.
    Anthony GiovengoMay 27, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Go for the pulled pork, you won't regret it!
  • Jeffrey J.
    Jeffrey JonesOctober 11, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the sauteed peppers in oil with ciabatta bread. Spicy!
  • Duane K.heart icon on user image
    Duane KinneyApril 16, 2016
    Excellent beer selection. Good food not just bar food.
  • Austenheart icon on user image
    AustenJanuary 12, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Bar food is great. Always a fun atmosphere
  • Rachel W.
    Rachel WestFebruary 9, 2013
    Cinnamon Toast Crunch shots. Get them. You're welcome.
  • Jonathan P.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan PavelichDecember 28, 2020
    The chicken parmigiana is so good!
  • Jenn M.heart icon on user image
    Jenn MAugust 23, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    This is THE bar to go to in Kent!
  • Richard S.
    Richard SiersMay 18, 2013
    The waitress with the dred locks sucks!!! She wasn't even cordial . All she cared about was getting off work!! Food was great as always, just saying if you eat stay off the second floor.
  • Chris Q.
    Chris QuinnJuly 13, 2010
    Be sure and sit upstairs @ a table close to the window to peole watch inside and out. Atomic Cheeseburger & broccoli cheddar balls rule.
  • John R.heart icon on user image
    John RoweMay 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Beer selection is the Best in Kent.
  • Marcus R.
    Marcus RileyNovember 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    For $3.50 you get the strongest long islands in town. TRUE
  • Tim S.
    Tim ShallahamerSeptember 14, 2013
    The sex on the beach shots are amazing!
  • Abby T.
    Abby TroutMay 2, 2016
    Mac and cheese bites with ranch - yum
  • Alexis J.
    Alexis JacksonSeptember 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the jerk fries! Really good and not greasy at all!
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John M.May 15, 2016
    Great local college bar.
  • Rachel T.
    Rachel TomasikDecember 14, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Lauren is an awesome waitress! We love her!
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 28, 2014
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  • Brandi N.
    Brandi NapierMarch 19, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The food is getting better, busier but the male workers including pencil ear manager have pms
  • Jason T.
    Jason T.November 2, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best wings in town and best beer selection in the county.
  • Joanna S.heart icon on user image
    Joanna SchlomanJuly 5, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Steak salad
  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BertholdFebruary 27, 2014
    Jamaican dry rub wings are the bomb
  • Shelby C.
    Shelby COctober 8, 2013
    Bring back the SWEET AND SASSY sauce !!
  • Makayla M.
    Makayla McAfeeNovember 27, 2012
    Great food! Love the atmosphere
  • Kara
    KaraJuly 24, 2010
    Best burgers around..says Michael Symon! And get the baked Brie and apples...yummm.
  • Alexis Z.
    Alexis ZapataJanuary 14, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Come during Happy Hour, you can drink for cheap.
  • Sue R.heart icon on user image
    Sue RJuly 24, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Best beer selection in the area... Try something fun on tap.
  • Doc M.heart icon on user image
    Doc MaladyJuly 6, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Good tap selection. Mediocre food. Place seems intentionally designed to be loud as hell. Cramped tables. Not a relaxing environment.
  • Brett J.
    Brett JonesMay 10, 2012
    Best onion rings ever. Burgers are good to"
  • Gregg P.heart icon on user image
    Gregg PullanoOctober 15, 2014
    The nachos will make you their bitch. Messy.
  • John R.heart icon on user image
    John RoweMay 4, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Lot's of great beers, so little time.
  • Roz C.heart icon on user image
    Roz CampbellMarch 14, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the meatloaf special!!!Yum Yum..
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