The 18 best lounges in Canterbury

Went for a late night drinks and a dance after a friends wedding in the area. Drinks were reasonably priced music was decent and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Security are hot on removing people if they are not behaving and the bar will shut people off if they have had too much. Really nice and safe atmosphere 👌 staff are lovely and friendly aswell!

Found this hidden gem today and so pleased we did. The staff were very friendly and made us very welcome, helpful with drinks recommendations, and the sharing platter we ordered was beautiful! All locally sourced, so flavourful, and absolutely plenty for 2! We will definitely be returning and will be brining our family and friends. Thank you!

Came in here as no football on the tv, sadly a selfish man at the bar decided to livestream the game on his phone, ruined atmosphere. When I spoke to the bar staff, he interrupted and shockingly he claimed to be the manager and continued to drink larger and was rude, passive aggressive and awful. Blamed customers for creating a bad atmosphere. Place was empty. Never again. None of the staff have any idea about customer service. If he's the manager drinking larger then who's responsible. Staff don't even know who owns the place. No apology from the sober staff. See other reviews and stay clear. This is the first negative thing I've ever put on a review. The guy needs sacked.

The cocktails are wonderful and the bar/ door staff ensure a safe and welcoming environment Cracking spot,

This place looked nice from the outside. We went in and ordered two glasses of wine, although we were told it was "too late" for food (7.30pm). Was disconcerted to see the server then top the wine bottle she had used from a dispensing machine. Then the barman started watching football on his phone while sat at the bar. Someone asked him to turn it down and he basically gave him a mouthful. The two guys left and he was really rude about them as they walked out the door. Toilet was filthy. Visiting a clap clinic would have been a nicer experience.

A great place if you want a good drink with friends. This place has friendly staff who are welcoming and polite and security that are fair and respectful

Didn't have food although it looks good from seeing it at another table, the cocktail are really nice and the staff are friendly

Lady Luck at Canterbury is a cozy Pub and a lively place in the evenings. They serve British classics along with vegetarian and vegan cuisine. We enjoyed Lager Beer, Cocktails, Fish & Chips, Onion Rings and Garlic Bread. They have indoor as well as outdoor seatings. The staff are friendly and helpful.

We stopped here for lunch and were absolutely blown away! The vegan options are incredible – so many dishes that I never usually get to have, which made choosing really exciting. It’s so refreshing to see a menu where everyone has plenty of choice. The food itself was delicious, especially the beer-battered onion rings (yes, vegan and absolutely amazing!). On top of that, the service was just delightful – everyone was so kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Dog friendly and lovely garden! Honestly, this is the perfect spot to come on a day out. Can’t recommend it highly enough!

Friendly, welcoming and helpful pub. Accommodated us, vegan, gf, dog and mobility aid with complete consideration. Top marks! Other half reports vegan gf pie was excellent. My carnivorous food was also great.

We come here every time we come to Canterbury and sometimes come to Canterbury purely to eat here. Staff are lovely and the food is always good and fair value. They have a huge vegetarian and vegan menu. The food is consistently good and doesn’t usually take too long. All our family and friends now also come here when in town.

Love this place! Me and my children always come here whenever we're in Canterbury. Best place to eat. Great food and good prices. Well worth a look

We popped in for lunch today. We ordered vegan mushroom and ale pie with chips and The House burger. Both meals were tasty with good portions. Staff were friendly and I'll definitely be back to try their desserts.

An absolute gem of a pub with great decor and delicious food! We ordered the nachos, chicken and bacon salad, blt with triple cooked chips. It was all fabulous with generous portions. I will definitely return!

24 of us had a great late lunch yesterday after our wine tasting event we had locally, we had organised with the restaurant a set of menu which included a selection of all the started for the table and then each guest chose their main and dessert! The weather was perfect and the atmosphere buzzing and was the perfect combination for a fantastic afternoon - Farouk was first class who was the main waiter who looked after us and was excellent and was very attentive and was on it! John the F&B manager was also great who helped plan and book the event for a large booking! Thanks CT for a great large group lunch everyone left very full and well oiled 😍🤪🤪

Went here for my birthday and had such a great time! The food was amazing — especially the chicken and waffles, seriously one of the best I’ve had. The staff were super friendly. Loved the vibe of the place too, really cozy and chill. Definitely coming back!

We went to celebrate our granddaughter's 18th birthday, she wanted to try this venue as it was recommended by friends. It caters for all ages and we had a fabulous evening with the drinks waiter making a very special cocktail for Evie ,we cant fault the service

Dined here tonight for my daughters birthday... Absolutely wonderful service from the start. I made the reservation and noted it was my daughters birthday and Summith and his team made a, fuss of her and attentive. Very good hospitality, good music, lovely atmosphere. Even after a, slight issue with the steaks cooking - they rectified it immediately. Brilliant service. Really looked after our party of 6. Pic: virgin pina colada (alcohol free) lovely I could enjoy a fancy drink as the designated driver.

Great seating area. Friendly and hospitable service. Many thanks to our waitress Mia who was excellent. Wonderful selection of mocktails and cocktails. I had the CharlieTango None - a sweet & refreshing mocktail. Food was well presented and well priced. Would definitely call back again.

Our server Paul made the experience here what it was 1000%, our booking was for 1:00pm and the birthday girl was about 15-20 minutes late as she had no idea this was taking place as it was a surprise and by the time she had arrived and we had all been acquainted we were told we would have to leave at 2:30 for the next table who had booked, a lot of the senior member’s of staff were continuously hovering over our table and were almost rushing us to leave which we weren’t too pleased with especially since they weren’t that busy. However as 2:30 came along and the time went past nothing else was said or done about us leaving so we let that go, they gave the birthday girl a cocktail with a picture of her on it which certainly made up for that everyone enjoyed our meals and the drinks were lovely and they kept them coming, great atmosphere apart from that small issue.

My boyfriends and I are regulars here and are always taken care of very well particularly by Sumit. The staff and service are always exceptional along with the drinks and food. Would highly recommend for any newcomers!

Time to explore Canterbury pubs and start with W mean White Hart, Nice location middle in city centre but off the crowd. Great atmosphere and very noticeable. Cool and very friendly staff. Me and my friends were having great time. The choice of drinks were not bad.

A nice little pub close to the city wall and Canterbury East railway station. Popped in for lunch; had a tasty steak and kidney pudding. It's a Shepherd Neame pub, and they serve a decent pint of Masterbrew. Service was quick, and there was free wifi.

Of all the pubs I visited in Canterbury recently this was my favourite. It reminded me of pubs in my youth - civilised, good beer and food, and a garden to relax in.

Fantastic experience! First-rate landlord who couldn't have been more helpful in arranging a table for 18 people (for a stag-do). Top food and a great atmosphere in the beautiful garden - would highly recommend to anyone. Just perfect! Thank you

Great music, great selection of beers, great prices, biggest pub garden in Canterbury, lovely staff, board games, live music = the perfect pub.

Popped in for a pint of Guiness and a bite to eat. The food was nothing special but the people at the next table were great to chat with! Convivial atmosphere. Friendly folks.

Called ahead to book a table as meeting family here and they reserved a wonderful table in the garden and looked after us so well. We had a great time and really appreciate everything the staff did during our visit. Highly recommend, thank you :)

What an interesting venue! We had an excellent time with our own space for our karaoke function so that we could make as much noise as we wanted without disturbing other patrons... and we did! Great food and drinks menu and friendly, welcoming staff. If you could have thrown in some air con, it would have been literally perfect! (I know, listed building; I'm just saying it was hot) Fantastic time had by all! Highly recommend for any adult function or event.

Went out for brunch with some friends and had a good time. Had the truffle honey chicken burger, which was absolutely delicious! Packed with flavor and the portion size was fantastic. Good options for gluten intolerant people too, the bun i had with my burger was gluten free! Had a side of skin on fries too, tasty with the right amount of salt on them. Highly recommend the outside seating- the sun was out so it was a great view to have. Massive shoutout to jake the head chef.

The Rad has appeared again in Canterbury with a new burger menu. Juicy burger and lots of sides. Great location next to the Escape room. Lovely atmosphere looking out to the main road. Friendly staff

Our daughter/son-inlaws wedding held here. Brilliant venue, quirky and different.. Right on top of the lovely gardens and river of Westgater. Service a little slow but waiting staff very friendly and attentive. Food excellent, worth waiting for. both sit-down and buffet very good. Highly recommend.

Our burger and chicken sandwich were delicious and the service was good. Free admission to the Westgate Museum with food purchase was a nice perk, too..!

Found by accident but so glad we did. The food was fabulous and the kids meals were free (my 8 year old especially enjoyed the Mac and cheese!). Portions were really good. I love the quirkiness and the free entry to the Westgate museum. Staff member that served us was really nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Ended up here by mistake trying to find a work party. Very friendly staff and a cool vibe to the place. Will come back for a proper visit soon.

Went there on a Tuesday night. Which it stated only was open. Once arrived fully shut. No one inside. Thought we would leave it for a bit to see if they open later than stated. But didn’t. Do not say you are open when you aren’t!!!!! It ruins people’s plans. That’s all.

Absolutely appalling behaviour – RACISM and ASSAULT by a member of staff. I had a shocking experience at The Cuban in Canterbury that I feel needs to be shared. My friend and I were standing near the windowsill inside with our handbags next to us when a tall African bouncer approached us aggressively. He began waving his finger in our faces and acted confrontational without any clear explanation—apparently just because our bags were resting on the windowsill. What made this worse was that he targeted my friend, who is Black Caribbean, with clear and disturbing racial bias. It was painfully obvious that this man—despite being Black himself—was prejudiced and aggressive toward us, especially her. I spoke to the head bouncer who confirmed there was no issue as long as we were standing next to our bags. We returned to where we were, but the same bouncer came back, told us to get out with no explanation, and when I asked why, he refused to answer. I began recording for my own protection, and he snatched my phone, was physically aggressive, and later threw my drink all over me and broke my phone strap. This was a clear assault, and I have reported the incident to the police. Another bouncer just said, “we don’t need to give you a reason—he’s worked here for seven years,” which is absolutely unacceptable. This was not just poor treatment—it was racially motivated, physically aggressive, and deeply unprofessional. The Cuban seriously needs to review who they employ and how they deal with incidents like this. I will never return and strongly advise others—especially people of colour—to be cautious before going there.

It’s supposed to be students only but it clearly wasn’t. Ordered a pint that came out to be more expensive than a double vodka, with a price you don’t even see in London. Prices aren’t too great either, but the drinks are nice. There’s a dance floor inside and some benches outside where most people were. Didn’t seem to be any food. Overall, place itself is nice but prices are ridiculously expensive

Collins might just be the best bartender I’ve ever met. From the moment we arrived, he made us feel welcome with his friendly energy and effortless charisma. He’s incredibly skilled at building rapport and genuinely elevates the whole experience—whether it’s through his cocktail recommendations, his sense of humour, or his surprising talent as a wingman. The drinks were excellent, the vibe was lively, and Collins kept the atmosphere upbeat without being over the top. If you’re planning a night out at The Cuban, make sure he’s behind the bar—you’ll be in great hands.

There was a bouncer (dressed casually) that told me that I wasn’t allowed to be seen with a drink in the queue, I then proceeded to throw my drink in the bin. I got stopped before I got inside and the same ‘bouncer’ stopped me and said I wasn’t allowed in as he apparently saw me ‘chug’ (in his words) my drink in the queue when he told me I wasn’t allowed to be seen with a drink, I find this place an absolute disgrace and would not recommend it to anyone.

It's fun maybe for like 20 minutes, after that it becomes overwhelming. So- "The Cuban" looks like it had a pretty great atmosphere from the entrance, which is why I decided to come in here. Problem is that you have to pay a £10 entry fee, so you basically should stay for at least 45 minutes to make it worthwhile. They also require your ID for proof of age, so bare that in mind if you look young. As for being inside the nightclub: It's loud- VERY loud. When I was ordering a diet coke I had to shout so I could be heard. I understand it's like a party, but the music doesn't need to be *that* loud, surely. My biggest concern with this nightclub was the fact that it looked like a covid breeding ground on the dance floor. Even though I'm fully vaccinated, I still didn't feel comfortable with people being up in my face. Personal space is still a thing as well! If you want to have a fun night out without the worry of heavy covid spreaders, and being able to actually hear yourself think, then I would recommend just looking at other midnight pubs instead. Had to give this place a try though. I just think if the staff could enforce a limited capacity and turn the music down, then I would rate this nightclub higher. Thank you for reading.

A really noisy place with loads of Young gentleman and boobs, just a chat up place though not much chance of that because the music is so loud.

If you sit outside there is no Service. Tables were dirty and we had to ask twice to get it better. Complex oder process online. In my opinion that’s not worth the price of over 100 Pound for 4 no alcohol no starters …..

If you're looking for some good cocktails, then Las Iguanas is the place to go to. Our bar tender Daisy was on point in making our drinks. She was personable and so easy to talk to. The place is located inside the Whitefriars shopping center. They offer 2 for £13 cocktails excluding the Specialty cocktails. We had the Specialty Uncle Wray's Rum Punch and it was a nice blend of fruit punch and fire from the Wray & Nephew. Thanks Daisy, you rock!

Food was excellent, good choice and very tasty. Nice restaurant with good prices, even better with blue light discount. Service can be a little slower at busy periods although staff very pleasant and friendly. Would recommend going there.

Had a great meal after a long and stressful journey. We were sat in a family friendly bit and the staff worked so hard and we're really friendly and accommodating. Our waiter Jack was great, really chatty and helpful. The food was good for a chain restaurant and came out really quickly - v helpful with kids!

Amazing place. Gabe was the best! Always made sure we had a drink during our bottomless brunch. We never had an empty glass!

Great meal and service even though it was busy. Would come again. Thank you to our server Jack- have a great year 2 of Uni!

Visited and sat outside as we had a dog. We were given menus and told outside QR code could be used to order. This did not work so had to go inside to ask if we could order. A lad came out and took our order. Drinks arrived. Seemed to be waiting a bit then our nachos and mains arrived at the same time. We said we ordered nachos as starters but the lady said that if you order outside all the food comes out at once and nothing she could do. We didn’t want to Make a fuss so accepted it. As you expect mains were cold by the time we had finished nachos. Table next to ours also ordered nachos as starter and had theirs first then main. I wanted to Make a point but food was nice and staff were nice so just paid and left. Used this chain before and never had an issue. So if you order make sure you tell them you want as starters and main. I thought it would be obvious but obviously not !!

Not so much of a cozy pub as a popular spot for drinks with your mates. On the main street through town this place definitely gets lots of foot traffic from locals and tourists alike. Good selection of beers and cider on tap and a smaller liquor selection. Cash, credit card and probably e-wallet payments accepted. The back room has an assortment of video games and dart boards for entertainment and live music is likely part of the routine here.

Out with a crowd from work, and I decided to stay here while they moved on. Had a great time, phenomenal band, friendly and felt safe there as a lone female!

A very lively pub located in Canterbury City Centre not far from the cathedral & close to numerous restaurants etc ( no food at present but I believe the kitchen can be rented). Open Mic night run by Gracie on Wednesdays, live bands etc on Thursday & Friday plus excellent DJ every Saturday. Very friendly & efficient staff. Natalie the manageress always has a chat with the regular customers. Have to mention Amber & Tiger (aka Rosie)..great barmaids!

A fine enough pub but avoid their quiz like the plague The codger running it said it was a tribute night in solidarity with Diddy (yes that one) and asked to be called Pub Daddy. It was all music based and the first round relied on his tubeless guitar playing where each repeat of a question sounded like a different song. Maybe it's better when he isn't running it but if you see an old bloke collecting the quiz fee run! At least Spoons are upfront about supporting awful people and cheaper!

Great little pub in Canterbury. Admittedly I only went there for a gig, but it had an excellent atmosphere, great staff and it seemed to have a good selection of drinks. The gig itself was fantastic, and I have a lot of respect for the Black Griffin for supporting local music. The style of bands might not be for everyone, so check if there's a gig on before going!

As always The Black Griffin provides among the friendliest service going in Canterbury, always a warm greeting with nice chat. We tried the Outlaw Street food which is a new addition to the pub, the food was amazing, the Hot AF wings were particularly good, and are indeed pretty hot! Would highly recommend the black Griffin, for a pint or the food. Great atmosphere.

Nice place ,friendly lady. Cheers!

Nice little historic pub, open late. Good range of beers with 16 taps. Plastic glasses later on though, even if it's quiet and sat inside. Jukebox and a Street Fighter game machine.

Can't beat a trip to cherry tree , essential part of a day/night out. Great range of drinks and of course their iconic pig f**cker. Served quickly , staff were friendly and overall great atmosphere and vibes

Such an iconic pub in Canterbury, mostly for its student population. Out of term time, it's quiet, relaxing and offers a fab range of drinks. Friendly staff, outdoor seating and a jukebox too.

Quick services, professional staffs. Atmosphere is nice if it’s not packed. Cheap drinks as well.

Rocky was an absolutely fantastic host and I would love to be greeted by him again!

Great little gem of a pub. Really very tucked away but atmosphere good.

Katie was excellent and friendly, she made our Thursday karaoke enjoyable.

I recently came here as a student and wanted to check out the local club scene. This review is after 2 weeks at the ClubChem experience. Was trying to gather my thoughts as to why the experience was as such. So, the security team at the entrance was racey. Maybe it was just me but after a lot of thought, it felt how it did. I was the only one who the all white boy team, asked ID from. and I'll put it into perspective I don't look 25, I am in my 30s and everyone knows it. I explained to them that I'm not carrying my passport since that's not safe but I do have the details on my phone they can gladly check. after 3-4 mins of back and forth and alot of people just passing by and going in without an ID check, i felt uneasy. After the debate I checked if I had my home town ID, which incidentally I did, the guys let me go get a pat down. Which was was done as to just pat one on the head like they are doing me a favor. I went inside and felt really uneasy with the whole situation that I had just experienced. The bar people were nice and were kind. After 10 mins and a drink, I just got up and left because the experience at the door just felt really humiliating. I came back to my accommodation and discussed it with other students who felt this was not normal and was not in my head. Anyway. they recommended going to Tokyo tea rooms.

Had such a great time here! The vibe was fun, music was on point, and the staff was lovely. Especially Daniel, he was super friendly and helpful the whole night. Really made the experience even better. Definitely coming back!

I had a really good time here! The vibe, music, and overall atmosphere made it a fun night out. What made the experience even better was Daniel. From the moment I arrived, he made me feel welcome and comfortable. He’s attentive without being overbearing, and he really pays attention to the little things that make the experience enjoyable. His friendly attitude and positive energy add a lot to the atmosphere, and you can tell he genuinely cares about making sure guests are having a good time. Overall, he made the visit smooth and memorable!

I went to chemistry with bunch of my friends and really had a memorable night with my closed ones.The music,vibe, atmosphere made it a fun night out. Staffs were soo kind and helpful. The charming and smily and helpful hand of Rosiya always make us sure we had great experience .She was soo charming smily even though the rush was on top and served us .

Everything was excellent drinks, atmosphere, crowd, music enjoyed a lot with my friends. I recommend anyone going to party around Canterbury to drop in here. Also Rosia was super nice with us she was quick with our drink orders and very helpful.

Thank you for an amazing night out specifically to the female bartender who I wish i remember the name of but she will remember me as I told her I wanted to leave a review for her. It was on the 1st of October evening. She was amazing her service incredible and honestly made the night so memorable. Thank you so much :)

Syeda was brilliant behind the bar at Club Chemistry! She was friendly, quick with the drink, and they were great. She really added to the night!

Booked a VIP table and drinks package for my Daughters 18th Birthday. Communicated lots with Alice on the run up who was very helpful. Sarah met with us a week before to show us around the club and my Daughter choose which table she wanted. On the night the staff were amazing and made her night one to remember. Special shout out to Talvin & Chris

Tokyo is my friend groups go to place to hang out and have fun! It's always a great night there especially Indie Rock Night! Ryan was incredibly helpful and provided great service! He is always very friendly and I can't wait to start going again in September!

Indie rock is the best night! My girlfriends and I had the best time!! Cheers to Talvin for his great customer service and drinks x

Facedown was soooo good, thank you Chris for being so chatty and nice it was my first time and a bit full on but you really made my night, would definitely come back, plus the dj was soooo good!! So excited for the next one

Ryan was great selling us sours at indie rock, great music great night :)

Special thank you to Talvin for serving us last week! We had a great time, can’t wait for next indie rock

Great venue big shout out to Ryan for helping me out with directions around the venue and serving shots out in the smoking area!!

Came for Christmas lunch. Food was good, service was friendly. But they're hugely missing a trick by only offering a few different house wines with the meal. Would have happily spent more on good wine and a cocktail or two, having pre-paid for the meal a few weeks ago.

Nice, efficient service, tasty freshly prepared food, relaxed and contemporary atmosphere, reasonable prices. It's a pity that we went out for dinner without a real hunger, because the simple plates we ordered were really nice! I would definitely recommend this to friends for a dinner and after dinner night out.

Poor planning on my part meant we were in Canterbury with 5 adults and 5 children (all under 5), and nowhere to eat. We stumbled across The Old Brewery Tavern by accident, and were lucky to do so. The food was good, as was the beer and the children ate free. We weren't an easy party to accommodate, but tables were moved and menus adapted, and the kids got an activity pack so were made up. The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful so top marks all round.

It's okay here. It is attached to the hotel at the front. In the evenings the chairs and tables are moved away and it becomes a dancefloor and they bring out a DJ set. However the acoustics are not great at all and there isn't really enough space to dance. When we were there, everyone was crowded in a small bottleneck between the bar area and the dining area turned DJ booth. As the only way off the dancefloor is accross it back to the bar this means that you are constantly being pushed past and this can get very annoying, with drinks getting spilt and glasses broken.

I came out of there unhappy, insulted and ill. Me and my wife shared a bean burger and a beef burger. I ate my halves quite quickly as I was very hungry, but my wife took only a few bites of the bean burger before realizing that it tasted a bit odd, yet sour. 10 minutes after I started to feel ache in my stomach and I ended up visiting the toilet to throw up. When I complained, the waiter and the manager could not conceive that a bean burger could go bad and make me sick. That explains it all: they serve clients bean burgers kept in the fridge for weeks. I ended up paying for everything, including 12.5% gratuity. The waiter didn't even take the responsibility to talk to the manager about my complain; I had to do it myself! Stupid me. This place should be called Old Bean Burgers.

It's fine, better than average pub food which makes up in presentation what it lacks in finesse. Service was a little personal for my taste, the front of house manager ( I presume) was trying to do a good job but his execution was a bit off.

Christmas Dinner & Party: OMG we all sat freezing whilst eating Christmas Dinner, all of us had our coats on, not a care in the world from staff. This wasn't just our table but at least 4 others. The veg served? brussels, nothing else! Seriously i wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend anyone to book a Christmas Dinner there.

I attended a Christmas Afternoon Tea there in a larger group. The venue is beautiful with a lot of unique art pieces. Food was nice and tasty. Tea selection was good and refilled couple of times. I selected the Bottomless option but had to approach the bar several times to get another drink - that is the only part I thought could have been better.

Popped in for a drink before getting a train, 4 minutes round the corner. Early so good choice of seating. Saw there was a happy hour sign available for guests from 6-7 pm. Plenty of cocktails being ordered. We just had an IPA and a G&T. Nice friendly place

May 2022- Popped in and was so pleased that they do a 'Charcuterie' - it was delicious. Lovely with the Pinot Bianco Blush. Made my day. Great staff and vibe. 2020 - Amazing night at the Falstaff Bar last night. Their cocktails are really imaginative and delicious. The Truffle Mushroom pizza with white truffle cream, wild mushrooms, pecorino, black truffle, fresh basil was one of the best pizza I ever ate. There was a great atmosphere. The staff are so nice and friendly. Love the décor too.

I have stayed at the falstaff many times.. and I love the ambience.. the 🍸 cocktails... the polite staff..the location... my only gripe on this trip was the room we had was absolutely tiny.. had to walk sideways at the end of the bed.. The bathroom was also very tight and was all a bit claustrophobic .

Our bartender, breaking down his serves to my guest (new to cocktails) was brilliant and certainly impressed. Piano melodies and sunshine brightening the room, The Falstaff offered the perfect ambience and range of drink needed for a lazy afternoon of cocktails.

The cocktails were absolutely first rate and the service is efficient and friendly. Their cocktail menu is a bit artsy and doesn't have any of the classics on it, but in fact they will do any classic you ask for which is good to know. All good.

This is this step to luxurious cocktails and urban elevator Paris chic. Enjoy 😉

We dined here for lunch. The building itself is beautiful and worth a visit just to see it. The service was great and our meal was fantastic. We would recommend both the meat pie and sausages.

How have i lived in east kent for 30 years and never knew about this pub. It is absolutely stunning, steeped in history with so many original features. The landlord such a friendly chap let myself and my wife see the function room upstairs, its lke something out of a medievil knights tale......just breathtaking. The good is top notch and great beer, the garden also wow .......Check out the photos

A lovely hidden gem, in an old part of town without many tourists. The food and service was excellent and the building remarkable. The oldest pub in Canterbury and one of the oldest buildings absolutely worth the eight minute walk.

The oldest pub in Canterbury and *well* worth going a few minutes out of your way to visit if you're spending some time in the town. The atmosphere is great and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I had some of the best fish and chips I've ever hard there with an incredibly crispy fish cooked to perfection. I don't even generally like tartar sauce much but their herb mix added to it made it delightful. Their drink offerings are also quite good, I enjoyed a local red ale that was recommended by the staff and was excellent., My wife also greatly enjoyed her pie and cocktail. If you can, check out the upstairs and the garden, both are really quite fun to check out.

Food was spot on Had a tasty risotto along with fries and some hummus & pitta. Made even more delightful by the charming garden. Plenty of places to sit in or out of the sunshine. Highly recommend for food

Incredible 1300's pub set back with a lovely 'courtyard' garden area. We were told about it by the landlady at 'the millers' down the road. It is another Shep & Neame owned one. The food is superb. We both had scampi & chips with salad. Skin on chips and excellent scampi .. no grease on anything. Well cooked and well drained ;) the salad was refreshing and fresh/ crisp. Definitely recommend a visit ! (We'll be back soon ;)

Best Fish n Chips in Canterbury. Most beautiful back garden in the city. 10/10 would be here all the time if I lived here!

Clean, tidy and quiet. Food was nice but service is bad. You order off a QR code and it takes 30 minutes to arrive for sourdough and avocado. Otherwise it’s decent and cheap

Have been here before and enjoyed it this time, not quite as good The ordering is easy, and drinks are delivered to your table when ready, disappointingly today these we tepid rather than hot. Nice ideas for three different bruschetta, we chose the mushroom one, and it looked great but again on the cool side. Previously excellent experience, so we have blended the rating

The comedy night at the Stag was a great evening out! Decent drinks and a great bit of entertainment from the stand ups. Definitely recommend a visit for a chilled time and a good laugh.

Staff were very unorganised. Very slow/lazy more interested in a birthday cake for a member of staff than serving customers. We only ordered 2 hot coffees!!!!!! Could see our drinks sitting on the counter for 5 minutes before being brought over. Ordered fresh ones. Coffee was good.

Here for a bottomless brunch for my friends birthday. Very accommodating and great service. Freddie was a fab server and jules makes THE BEST cocktails! Would recommend for a celebration!

I recently visited Stag and was absolutely blown away by their breakfast options! Not only did they have an incredible variety of dishes, but they also had an impressive selection of drinks to choose from. The quality of the food was exceptional - everything was cooked to perfection and bursting with flavour. The atmosphere was also lovely, with friendly staff and a welcoming ambiance. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious breakfast in a cozy and inviting setting. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

We’ve done a few bottomless brunches here now and it’s honestly the best one I’ve been to. Great food, speedy and friendly service, and a variety of delicious cocktails that get the job done. They’re also happy to accommodate people who aren’t partaking in the brunch, which not everywhere does and is appreciated. Will definitely be back for another!

CCCU Is a relatively new venue also for live music. Usually held fortnightly on a Friday. If you like live music then check it out. Most bands are Kent based

The home of Canterbury Christ Church's Students Union. Great atmosphere , events and great staff. Perfect just for a stop off, coffee or pint and bite too eat. If you are a student during term time visit the Big Quiz on Sundays!!!

Great atmosphere, lovely staff and affordable prices.

Brilliant food and drinks. Staff were super friendly.

Don't accept cash, I'm serious acc dead in there

Good fast service, plenty of room to stand or sit and chat in groups.

Good place to relax and get great value for money!

Lovely cosy atmosphere, delicious cocktails and incredibly friendly service. We’ll be back, definitely recommend!

Best craft beer bar in Canterbury - not that crowded, with good selection of beers, local and international, and nice view from outside on the West Gate, also close to the bus stop, so you could get a quick pint before hop on :) Staff is helpful and knowledgeable

Love this taproom! It’s small, old skool, quirky but has a great selection of beer! No complaints!

Really good bar, and Josh is a super star. The only beer expert we have met that doesn't drink beer. Honestly, it's true. Go in and have a chat with him.

A great little bar with a fantastic rotation of keg beers, sours and stouts to suit the beer lovers out there. They do a load of good gins too. No food menu which is good as their focus is on the drinks.

Spectacular little spot for a Gin or two🍸😀 Small and enough to make you feel welcome! Knowledgeable service, friendly and attentive. Love the decor, cosy, eclectic and comfortable setting. Wonderful taste of classic rock music. Happy to be back again. 17.09.22 Definitely I recommend Pegasus Tap Room!!!

Tiny, cosy craft beer pub, very close to the Westgate in Canterbury. Plenty of choices in terms of beer styles, good prices - it worth a visit if around the area.

We recently visited The Fig for 18th birthday drinks, we had a lovely experience! The bar has a welcoming atmosphere with stylish decor and great music that really set the mood for a fun evening out. The staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make our visit special. They even made a personalised shot on the house for our niece’s birthday, which was a lovely touch. The cocktails were great quality and value for money, and we thoroughly enjoyed trying them. The relaxed atmosphere made it the perfect spot to celebrate a special event. We would highly recommend The Fig for anyone looking for a great night out in Canterbury!

Three of us went to the Fig wine bar in Canterbury. We shared a mixed platter and a superb bottle of red wine. The food quality was excellent and the service was faultless. The staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed. I recommend this place very highly.

The Fig is a lovely wine / cocktail bar in Canterbury. Great high quality cocktails and a great wine list, including a lovely choice by the glass! We love it here and visit regularly - also some great pre theatre deals and two for one cocktails - highly recommended!

There are places you visit once and forget — and then there are places like this. Tucked away in Canterbury’s centre, this bar is a true gem: refined without being pretentious, effortlessly elegant, and full of charm. It stands out not only for its impeccable taste, but for the care and soul behind everything — from the atmosphere to the wine list. The food focuses on well-sourced charcuterie, cheeses, seasonal accompaniments, and other simple, high-quality offerings that pair naturally with the drinks. Portions are generous without being excessive, and the presentation is elegant yet unpretentious. The drinks list is strong — a careful selection of wines, classic cocktails, and well-chosen spirits. There is clear attention to provenance and balance, which is rare to find at this level locally. The cocktails never disappoint and the staff is ready to prepare anything to your liking, even if not on the menu. Service is excellent. The owner is present and engaged, with a quiet professionalism that sets the tone. The waitresses are efficient, polite, and know the menu — there’s no forced friendliness, just discreet and attentive care throughout. This is not a loud or chaotic venue; it’s designed for conversation and calm. It attracts a clientele who value quality and atmosphere. This bar is one of the few places in Canterbury offering a genuinely adult, well-run experience. The only criticism I have is I wish it would open earlier so I could come for my morning coffee !

Love this place! Been a few times now, most recently with the girls for my birthday celebrations and then came back again, the following weekend, for a double date evening. Quality cocktails, lovely food, great presentation, nice ambience, modern and contemporary decor and 10/10 service.

After an incredibly heavy transit from London to Canterbury ... we looked for a place to eat at 9:30pm ... the obvious places pizza, Italian ... the answer: we are not taking walk ins. Luckily we stopped at this unique place, we were welcomed and what a wonderful surprise... great wines, delicious food and warm service. Thanks for a lovely evening ... looking forward to Canterbury tomorrow.

Excellent cocktails, good discounts for theatre tickets holders. Delicious food choices too. Lovely ambience. My new favourite spot in Canterbury, will deffo be visiting again and again! 😁