Where to eat: the 50 best restaurants in Canterbury

It was the best surprise in Canterbury. In an upper wing of the organic produce market, there is an excellent restaurant. From the moment we arrived, they were extremely attentive and helpful. The kitchen is semi-open, so you can watch the chef and his team at work. My husband and I opted for fish, different types and preparations, but both were delicious. Creamy, fresh, naturally made with organic, top-quality ingredients. For dessert, we ordered the crumble, and honestly, it was one of the most delicious crumbles I have ever tasted, and the cream was delicious. They have an excellent wine and whisky list. I definitely recommend it, and in fact, I hope to return soon.

Farmers’ Market Meets Honest Cooking Had lunch today at The Goods Shed, a rustic restaurant set inside a lively indoor farmers’ market in Canterbury—and the experience was both charming and satisfying. As soon as we ordered, the starters and bread arrived quickly. The mussels in lovage cream were a real highlight—incredibly fresh and flavorful, with a light herbaceous sauce that brought out the natural sweetness of the shellfish. The grilled squid was equally impressive, tender with just the right amount of char, paired beautifully with a zesty green sauce. These dishes set the tone for a promising meal. The complimentary bread was served warm and fresh—simple, but comforting. However, there was a bit of a wait (around 30 minutes) before the mains arrived. But the wait was worth it for the lamb leg. Cooked to perfection, it was beautifully tender and melt-in-the-mouth, accompanied by a creamy cauliflower purée and cauliflower salad that balanced the richness of the meat. On the other hand, the brandade fishcake was a bit underwhelming—mild in flavor and lacking the depth I had hoped for. The real charm of The Goods Shed isn’t just in the food—it’s the whole atmosphere. You’re dining inside a working farmers’ market, surrounded by local produce, cheeses, artisan bread, and specialty stalls. After your meal, a stroll through the market is a must—it feels like part of the experience. ✅ A great spot for families, couples, or friends looking to enjoy seasonal food with a sense of place. Highly recommended for those who love fresh, local, and honestly prepared food in a warm, market-style setting.

Nice cozy restaurant, an unplanned candlelit dinner with my husband after exploring Canterbury the whole day. We are lucky to have a table for us as we walked in without any reservations. Had a good meal, the Raspberry sorbet was a win! I’m honestly obsessed with the candle holder the entire time 😍 Lovely place to unwind and have a quiet and relaxing dinner.

We visited May 21, 2025. Thanks to some recommendations by locals via a Canterbury citizens Facebook page, we were pleased to have visited the The Goods Shed. We got to try free samples of some wonderful cheeses, before sitting outside to eat our purchases of cheese and cider. It's a really fun place.

Loved The Goods Shed. Had such an excellent meal in the restaurant with some really tasty and unusual food combinations. Some really nice vegetable dish choices together with meat, fish and chicken. Also brought some local produce. Would thoroughly recommend.

Let’s be honest – it’s a bit off the beaten tourist track in Canterbury. That said, giving it 15 minutes of your time seems worth it at first glance. As soon as we sat down, I joked that this experience would go down in history thanks to me. Sadly, as time went on, a few doubts started to creep in. In the end though, it’s the flavour, the taste and the quality of the food that really win you over – making this place well worth checking out. Shame about a few slip-ups with the service, otherwise they’d have deserved the golden buzzer -))

I chose the Wild goose to get breakfast. I ordered an extra hot latte. Asked about the greens on the eggs Florentine he said it was chard, so I opted for the eggs with salmon on sourdough bread and a side of bubble. The latte was not extra hot, and the scrambled eggs were nice and soft topped with capers and smoked salmon which was tasty and from the fishmonger on the stall opposite. The sourdough bread was from the baker in the stall next to the Wild Goose. I'm looking forward to coming back soon.

This award winning restaurant serves the very best Sunday Roast. The quality of the meat offerings and the amazing vegetarian roast were matched by creative and amazingly tasty sides. If you visit The Cathedral on a Sunday, make a reservation for supper, an English ritual. If you take the high speed train with an anytime return from and to London, the cathedral visit capped with a truly amazing dinner makes for a rewarding side trip.

We stayed at the Corner house for our 25th wedding anniversary in the Tourtel room (Rupert the bear) beautiful room and a amazing bathroom, being on the busy road it's noisy at night but ear plugs are supplied. We ate at the corner house Saturday menu and Sunday dinner the food was wonderful, had a few cocktails which were lovely. Has own main door so you can come and go when ever you want. Enjoyed the area museum (which is free) and Cathedral(about £20 each but can use it as many times during the year) We will definitely be back to stay at the Corner House

Very nice stay here, celebrating my special birthday. Room was lovely, good size & very clean. The bathroom was very big and loved the decor. Would stay again. Breakfast did not cater for me with my wheat allergy, even though we told them in advance. Husband loved it though!

Stayed here for our son's graduation. It was a perfect location as only 5 min walk into Canterbury town centre. Staff were lovely. Chatty, friendly and attentive. Bed was comfy. Room was clean with En-Suite. Brekky was brought up to our room at 08.30 the next morning. Hot croissants, toast & jam, yogurt with fruit & granola. Yum! Room has a fridge with fresh water and a glass bottle of milk which was perfect with the decaf coffee & tea. Would recommend and definitely stay again.

Had to find lunch while waiting for the cathedral to open, and stumbled upon The Corner House. It turned out to be the best meal we had during our entire trip! Great service with incredibly friendly staff, and the food was fantastic. Definitely worth a visit!

Amazing restaurant. The quality of food and service is brilliant each time. We've probably been 30 times now and wouldn't want to go anywhere else in Canterbury. Thank you to all the wonderful staff for always making us feel special and welcome.

The meal was really quite good. Meat fell apart, melted in my mouth, absolutely delicious. And the strawberry pavlova was perhaps THE best I have ever tasted… All I would request is please guys keep your tables clean as they are a bit sticky.

I went o the cook's tale in lunch hours to have some authentic Indian experience in Canterbury. But before you go and try it out let me very straightforward and tell you that the food is a bit mellowed down for British people. I expected it and was okay with it too. I can vouch for their starters especially paani poori and samosa chat. Pani poori had tamarind water which is one of the best ones I have tasted in the UK but it lacks that zing which you find in north and north eastern side of country. Overall it was 9/10. Samosa chat was something different as the filling was with beetroot instead of potato, paneer or garden peas. Still I would say the taste was quite good and quite authentic. Overall it was 8/10. So if we move on to the main course I was a bit disappointed as the tandoori chicken was more like a Kalmi kebab and not the real tandoori stuff you expect from Punjab. Having said that this was quite tasty and fulfilling but this has to Kalmi Kebab and not tandoori 🐔🍗. Lastly Tadka Dal and Jeera Rice were the clinching point of our lunch scoring 10/10 in all departments. I would recommend you to go to this place as compared to others in Canterbury as they have quite good Indian food experience to offer, but, brace yourself for some creativity by the head chef Dev Biswal - I personally liked it and was happy about it.

An amazing place to spend one’s birthday! We are both vegetarians and the dishes we sampled tonight were tasteful, full of flavours, and well presented in what can be described as modern twist of Indian food. I recommend visiting if in Canterbury but be warned, portions are generous and you’ll end up full! The service was attentive and what makes it all better is the way the dishes are described, great experience overall.

We came on Friday evening for the Odisha Tasting Experience at £150pp with matching drinks. The menu was amazing, each dish having a backstory of where it orientated and lovely cocktails for each dish. This tasting menu with 10 courses is amazing value. We have been to the Cooks tale quite frequently over the last few years and always have an amazing meal and amazing service! Thank you

We visited The Cooks Tale for lunch, marking our third time dining in. Every visit after the first has carried the same welcoming, cozy atmosphere, paired with warm service and dishes that stay with you long after the meal. For mains, we ordered the chargrilled duck tikka, the Odisha-style coconut fish malai, and for starters we had the beetroot samosa, and the onion, fenugreek leaf, and spinach pakoras. We were treated to their complimentary artichoke and pea soup with Indian spices alongside freshly puffed flatbread, outstanding in every sense, aromatic, vibrant, and deeply flavorful. The starters were exceptional. The beetroot samosa stood out in particular: comforting, beautifully crisp, and rich with flavor. The onion and fenugreek pakoras were equally delightful: light, crunchy, and full of character, complemented by a side sauce so delicious it could be enjoyed entirely on its own. Our mains were superb. The hake curry was tender and velvety, melting effortlessly with every bite; warm, complex, and memorable. The duck tikka impressed as well, with perfectly cooked, succulent meat and thoughtful presentation. To our surprise, Sasha, our wonderful server of the day, brought us a complimentary dessert. Her hospitality elevated the entire visit: professional, warm, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic. She answered our questions with ease and guided us through the menu with kindness and insight. Her service made the experience truly special, and we greatly appreciate her care. The Cooks Tale has firmly secured its place as one of our favorite restaurants in Canterbury. It is a must-visit for anyone passionate about food, eager to explore new flavors, or simply looking for an exceptional dining experience.

A Sunday Roast like no other. Great service, great food all at a very reasonable prices. 1 o'clock on Sunday afternoon and we were suprised to find the restaurant was quite empty. Was given a nice Windows seat with a view of the scaffolding! And that is where I could only hope visit would get better and it did. We ordered the pot roast Tandoori chicken and awaited out feast. It is all cooked to order, we knew it would take around an hour to arrive. What we did not expect what a small taster menu to be served up whilst waiting. The tasters where delicious and made the time pass quicker. And when the pot roast arrive it came with further selection of sides. Everything was perfectly cooked and tasted devine. Chef Dev know his food and how to fuse his cusines perfectly. Definitely one to try when in Canterbury.

I had a truly wonderful experience From the moment we arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming The food was exceptional every dish, from the vegetarian starters to the main course, was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. They truly did a fantastic job. What impressed me the most, however, was the outstanding service. Every member of the team went above and beyond to make our dining experience memorable, always with a genuine smile and attentive care. I look forward to dining here again on my next trip.

We had a fantastic experience at Cook’s Tale! Me and my friends shared two vegetarian thalis, which gave us the perfect variety of authentic Indian dishes — each one flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The curries were rich, the dal was comforting, and everything was perfectly spiced. A special shout-out to Sakshi, who took great care of us and even treated us to complimentary parathas — such a kind and thoughtful gesture! The meal ended on a sweet high note with gulab jamun that was absolutely mouth-watering — soft, warm, and perfectly soaked in syrup. The welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food made this a memorable meal. Highly recommend Cook’s Tale for a cozy and satisfying Indian dining experience with friends. We’ll definitely be back!

They serve fusion food Mexican/Mediterranean. The Antojitos for two - mixed starter was good but some combinations didn’t really work well. The ceviche was not great. The paella was good. The huevos rancheros were nice. It is good in general but pricey for what you get. We had left overs and they packed them in paper foil that broke easily. For the price paid, one would expect something better to take the food away. The waitress was very friendly and helpful. The place was a bit noisy. The toilets were dirty.

Really enjoyed pour experience at this restaurant. The host did an excellent job with us and all the diners. Atmosphere was lively and upbeat. Food was great. Only slight negative was that some dishes were salty. Overall very good and generous portions.

Every time I eat here I’m always full to the rim, the food is too good and it’s so addictive, the cocktails are nice and strong too and it tastes even better during happy hour (frozen drinks only)!! I got the duck in the mole sauce and it’s so juicy and tender and just goes so well with the salsa and mash! The calamari is crispy and comes with this shrimp paste and carrot noodles and it’s got a nice sweet and tangy taste to it! If you love alcohol I suggest ordering a caipirinha, it’s got the best combo of sweetness and sour you can ask for and they are generous with the alcohol!!

Amazing customer service, went here to celebrate my engagement and cannot recommend this place enough, the staff were so lovely, and even brought out a free desert and allowed me to take a keep sake. The food was incredible as always you will not be disappointed here.

Cafe des Amis has been a favourite for years. Mexican with a French twist. Food is always good. Great for a romantic meal, or dinner with family and friends. The quirky wall art, cantina-esque style is warm and inviting.

Came in for dinner with a friend and, as someone who has never been a particularly huge fan of Mexican food, was very happy with the taste and quality of the food. The seafood burrito was absolutely delicious and if you feel like sharing I would highly recommend the chocolate fundido. Combined with the excellent service by every waitress we spoke with Café des Amis comes highly recommended!

Service and ambience were good, the food was disappointing. Had the duck and pork belly tacos. Tortillas were poor, the fillings, thought duck was over cooked, the pork belly forgettable; the rest of the fillings were decent. The prawns, that looked amazing, were over cooked, such a shame. The ceviches were ... well they were.

One of the best meals of my life. My wife and I had the tasting menu for lunch on a gorgeous sunny June day. We sat outside by the river that was a picture itself. The food was fantastic and clearly locally sourced and the wine list had many local wines too, and were reasonable. Worth the trip from London, which is what we did, mainly for this meal!

Absolutely amazing food. Let’s be clear. Absolutely the best meal I’ve had in ages. But the service was too slow and the atmosphere was lacking. There was no background music until later in the evening so we could hear everything the staff said to the adjacent tables, which was somewhat annoying. But the food was incredible. It’s rare to see the bread and butter given its own course, but this was well deserved here. Delicious!

Today we had lunch at the Fordwich arms. The food , service and surroundings were excellent. We had the A la cart menu selection and were very please with the selection on offer and the quality of the food. We highly recommend this restaurant and believe it offers great vale for money.

Fordwich is a really beautiful small town, and the restaurant is equally impressive. There is parking onsite, but due to a road closure you’ll need to find roadside parking nearby, which wasn’t an issue for us. As the weather was so nice, they were serving outside on the patio, which was really nice. The service is absolutely fantastic and everyone was friendly. As for the food, it’s absolutely faultless. Each dish is so cleverly executed, beautifully presented, and packed with flavour. When we paid the bill, we really thought it was good value. It’s an exceptional dining experience and we can’t wait to go back.

Really loved our experience here. Had the Sunday roast and was definitely full by the end of the meal.

Finest Dining Experience of my life (and I've had a few). I've been lucky enough through work to eat at some pretty amazing places. Gavroche and The Square being two examples. Having just finished a very busy period of work, I took my wife and daughter to The Fordwich last Sunday for a lazy late lunch at 4pm. We sat outside on the terrace next to the river, in the shade of a tree, while the sun blazed down around us. We then spent the next 3 hours being spoilt rotten and served some of the most delicious food imaginable while the river meandered quietly by. It was bliss. Perfection. The last time we came (for my Birthday in December) it was cold, dark, with driving rain. Inside was impossibly cosy, with food to match. This time we had blazing sun and sat by the river. My point is no matter when you come, you will have an experience you'll never forget. What a fabulous restaurant, run by fabulous staff, in a fabulous location.

Really tasty food and the staff were really friendly and accommodating! 100% recommend and can't wait to come back.

We could not get a table at another nearby restaurant. They recommended to us Cafe Du Soleil. Their loss and Cafe du Soleil gain! What a great restaurant on the river. It was a Monday evening, so not too busy. We had the large wood fired half and half pizza - Napoletana and Pepperoni. It was large but perfectly cooked and tasted amazing. We were stuffed after finishing it!

Delicious Italian fare in Canterbury. Gluten free menu available. We enjoyed the aubergine gratin, calamari salad (crispy and gluten free!), seafood risotto, and lamb dish — great flavors, perfect cook/temperature on the protein, all gluten free! Highly recommend.

If you want a perfect warm welcome, fantastic service and excellent food we recommend here. We came spontaneously for some lunch and really enjoyed our meal. How lovely to walk in and everything just hits the spot. Looking forward to returning soon to maybe have the delicious sharing dish again or might try something else. Enjoy.

delectable food, generous portions, came for lunch menu inadvertently and had the beef carapaccio which had a lot of flavors like spicy, salty cheesy very delicious, and the the aubergine which is the eggplant also cheesy and warm and gooey and delicious, and had nudja Pizza was which a lot of flavor but overwhelming and not like the cross was delicious but like it was really salty but not in a terrible way. it's more like really, really strong and had the beef steak burger which was good but very heavy and the fries were okay and came with the tiramisu which had a deep roasty coffee flavor which was unique and came with a candle for wifey's birthday and overall super pleasant experience

Lovely restaurant Megan was my server, and was super helpful nothing was too much, food was delicious my visit was short notice as I had some clients cancelled at the last minute from my Canterbury Ghost Tour! We booked last minute. We had a sharing platter Buttered chicken and Chilli chicken and I had a pepperoni pizza! Service was outstanding and staff overall were very helpful! All food cooked to order all food freshly prepared and cooked!

We had the share plater and what a large amount of delicious food. The steak was so tender and the chicken was simply delicious. Asked for more bread and was on the table hot out the oven. We did not have a reservation but the manager kindly got us in. We had constant attention and service was good humour and a smile. Nothing to was too much. Good atmosphere. Will be going back

Beautiful pizza, surroundings and service. You can get the pizza half and half if you get them large so had artichoke and nduja. Large pizzas are absolutely huge and so eye catching. Probably the nicest pizza I’ve had in the UK! The chilli oil and chilli mayo were also out of this world!! Will definitely be going again.

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

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!

Dublcheck Cleaning Services EAST KENT visited here. A lovely traditional feeling pub that has managed to modernise. Great selection of drinks available. The staff were all very professional and friendly. Couldn't fault the service. Happy to recommend 👌

Very busy and nice atmosphere but very let down by service. Our order wasn’t placed to kitchen but it was only after I checked in with them that they confirmed this. Obviously a new waitress that was learning but it just made me sad that none of the more senior colleagues were checking in with the tables she was waiting to make sure it was okay. I witnessed a few people being offered ‘free drink’ coupons - possibly due to situations like ours, but some more constructive management could lead to better outcomes and experiences for customers, as we don’t feel like returning.

Came here for lunch on a weekday and there was no wait and the staff were very kind. I had the vegan moussaka and lemon lavender kombucha. The food was very good and delicious!

A perfect breakfast experience from the very first moment. The place has a cozy and thoughtfully designed atmosphere: beautiful decor, friendly service, and an ambiance that invites you to linger. I ordered coffee, an egg omelet, avocado on toast, and a banana and spinach smoothie and it was spectacular… balanced flavors, impeccable presentation, and generous portions without being excessive. Definitely a place I would return to a thousand times. Ideal for starting the day on the right foot, alone or with others. A 10/10 in every way! ☕🍳🥑

In Canterbury this is a little island in the everyday rush. So kind everybody, the place is comfortable and nice, the Chef is a master chef, the foods like the Micheline stars quality. I recommend it to anyone who wants a little chill.

Great restaurant! Full English with gluten free bread options as well as as homemade cakes. Nice service and perfected located! Thank you, we've enjoy it very much. I strongly recommend it!

Cute hidden gem in Canterbury highstreet! Has an amazing menu with all day breakfast. Lots of tasty vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options aswell which was very impressive! A tiny space but its decorated beautifully and all the tables are well spaced apart. Staff have always been very accommodating everytime Ive been there. Definitely one of my favourite places to eat in Canterbury!

Third or fourth time here over a 2 year period. Very yummy food (bacon Benedict), great coffee, sweet staff and cosy friendly atmosphere.

Food was good, bacon was a bit salty. Baked beans were good, not too sweet or salty, with lovely tomato sauce. Vibe is the reason we were there. Service was nice, care and made sure you were well served.

We ate here for breakfast all three mornings we were in Canterbury, May 21-23. The service was very friendly and attentive, and when we had breakfast there the first morning, we decided we wouldn't try our luck anywhere else. Great food, and I finally go to try black pudding (which was okay, but not something this American would try very often again). I highly recommend this breakfast restaurant. Clean and cheery restroom.

We’ve been at the Reflectory Kitchen on a Sunday morning in August 2025 and had a tasty English breakfast. Opens at 8:00 h! Recommendation!

We went this on Sunday evening. It was a little bit crowded, we have to wait for 20 minutes. But it was worth. I ordered smoked salmon and avocado. There are boiled eggs, salmon, cucumbers and a lot of avocados on a toast. The taste of vinegar was excellent.

Super friendly service with a homey vibe. We got the eggs Benedict and egg royal, both tasted good. The hollandaise lacked some flavor though and unfortunately I was disappointed by the menu advertising it being with and English muffin when it clearly was not. The bread was something more akin to toast bread, no chew and a little flavor. Eggs were cooked well though with a runny yolk

Went to The Refectory Kitchen for breakfast — staff were really welcoming and friendly. Got there early so plenty of tables, but it filled up fast! Great menu with lots of choice. I had the English breakfast (delicious) and my wife had the pancakes, which looked and tasted amazing. Very popular spot — we’ll definitely be going back! Parking is about five minutes away next to the train station. It’s in the old part of the city, so wheelchair access is limited with stairs at the entrance, though staff would likely help. There’s also an outdoor seating area for warmer days.

The Refectory Kitchen is a nice spot in Canterbury. My husband and I came here for breakfast. Staff were friendly. Food and coffee were good. I would go again if in the area.

Recommended by our tour guide and indeed it is healthy and delicious. Four stars list though for the attitude of the Indian (?) cashier with glasses. Before cutoff for all other food and she BLUNTLY said she could only do one dish and rang it up right away without asking if wanted anything else - I could have gone for a pastry but I guess no thank you… rude enough that I wouldn’t myself come back

It's in a very central location, near the cathedral, under beautiful arches. Very beautiful spot. One girl at the counter was very helpful, some other a bit less. Food was ok, not the worst, not the best. I got my order slightly wrong, but it wasn't the end of the world, I ate it anyway. The soup of the day in my opinion was a bit acidic.. even if I only had 4-5 spoons, I felt it coming back up few hours later. Maybe was just not a lucky one!

It is a family run enterprise. Great friendly staff and proud owner. Food was out of the world. Tomato soup tasted divine. Mediterranean platter was scrumptious. Recommend to vegan and veggie lovers.

One of the best meals I’ve had in a minute. Gorgeous food bonus that it’s all so healthy and flavoursome ! Can’t believe I had to go all the way to Canterbury to find out there is a branch in London also :)

It is such a shame; this used to be one of my favourite cafes in Canterbury. Whilst the food is still tasty, the portion sizes for the price are stupidly small. I paid £11.60 this weekend for a buddha bowl to take away and was given about half of a standard portion that didn’t even cover the bottom of the container, and went less than half the way up the sides. The quantity was probably worth about £5. The staff were absolutely run off their feet and the service was incredibly slow. Really disappointing. Unfortunately, I cannot continue to recommend this spot.

I had the Sri Lankan curry with rice and fermented veg. It was so delicious and had a great depth of flavour. The place is very nice and the service is lovely. Will definitely eat here again if passing by Canterbury again.

I love coming back here. Whether lush lunch or a coffee with cake, the food never disappoints. All vegan, and gf option are widely available. Staff are ever so friendly, too.

What a great place to sit, relax and enjoy the views, especially on a lovely sunny afternoon. The seating was very comfortable and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our drinks were served quickly and were both tasty and well presented. Its obviously very popular because it was very busy and not many free seats.

The view is really nice and wherever you sit, you can enjoy the view. Non-alcoholic option is available. The food menu is not very spacious, but mostly with its drinks. It is not a place for children. It's a good option to listen to the head during the day and have fun in the evening

Certainly! Here's a glowing review for your waitress: I had the pleasure of being served by Caitlin absolutely fantastic waitress during my recent visit. She was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout the entire experience. Her warm personality truly made me feel valued and comfortable. The service was prompt and efficient, and she went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed. If I could, I would give her 6 stars — she truly exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend and looking forward to my next visit!

The rooftop dining experience was truly exquisite. The breathtaking view of the cathedral added a magical touch to our evening. The attentive staff catered to our every need, enhancing the overall ambiance. However, the 12% service charge in Canterbury felt a tad excessive. Nonetheless, a five-star experience worth savoring.

Great location for a drink, we didn’t try the food but awesome views of Canterbury, particularly the cathedral and west gate. Look out for the large building on the horizon to the north this is St Edmunds school. The drinks are very expensive but reflect the uniqueness of the location. Happy hour is 5:00 to 6:00 when a few of the cocktails are half price. Service was excellent.

What a disappointment!Went there for my birthday on Sunday.The venue looked so nice but food let me down so much. How on earth you can serve as a main pack of tenderstorm broccoli with few almonds and bread what never came and charge for it £22!That was the worst meal ever! Actually , hard to even call it a main meal. It's just a overpriced side dish! My daughter had roasted vegetables and her plate was more full then mine. Such a shame! It's a lovely place with great views , and big potential but they don't know how to carter for people.

Lovely venue! Took my best friend for her birthday and she loved it

Brilliant place too visit, great food great staff really helpful and polite, drapers arms ribs and dirty chips OMG wondering, we keep coming back from London….so good cheers guys .A***************************

Food was unreal, chicken wings were incredible. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

Went there for the latest football game. It was good fun with a nice projector and drinks. The "Filthy Fries" dish was amazing!! 😋 Do recommend, though a bit pricey. I was interested in some non-alcoholic cider though they didn't have it. Hence the 4-stars. But overall great 👍

First of all I was served a half pint with mould in the foam ?! And in a sticky glass which indicates the need for a line clean and overall better hygiene. Secondly, service is slow we waited ages for our food and when it came out disappointed is an understatement. Chips were barely lukewarm , bao buns overpriced and tasteless. No check back from the two waitresses as they were too busy chatting behind the bar to even notice we weren’t happy. Don’t come here !! I can guarantee better service and food suited to the price in Wetherspoons

Had the pit master tray and was disappointed, for £80 I set my expectation high but the turkey was dry and the beef was not brisket it was more like roast beef. I guess I shouldn't of set the standard so high as it is a pub after all

Really tasty food, thoroughly enjoyed it all! I had the sticky pig bao bun and egg fried rice, followed by the loaded cookie dough. Waiters were friendly too.

Shockingly bad food, overpriced and undercooked chicken wings. We didn’t realise about the included service charge until after we’d left, couldn’t believe it, as the service was not great either.

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.

Posh Karaoke was fun and affordable considering the private space and terrace. The karaoke system itself was disappointing; there was a lot of connection issues which a staff member tried to fix and said the owner may come to try and sort it out, but no one came back to check in or anything. We were told we would get a discount for the problems but this didn’t happen. There were 3 mics and only 1 worked really well, the others were very quiet and kept cutting out. We still had a good time but we would have appreciated better service

A decent spot for lunch. Lots of charm inside but try and get seated outside on the patio with a view of the canal. I had the fish and chips and it was good but needed more seasoning. My lady had the chicken sandwich which was big and tasty. Grab a beer and lunch and then walk over to the canal tours located right next to the restaurant

I wanted a Sunday roast, although they're available here every day, Sunday seemed a good choice for me. I was greeted by a lovely young lady & asked for inside seating as I wanted to see the interior, it has so much character. I wasn't disappointed, I had the roast lamb, the serving was ample, plenty of meat with vegetables, roast potatoes & a lovely Yorkshire pudding. I also opted for a dessert, I had the treacle pudding with ice cream, also delicious. The choices were good, it was one of the best roasts I've had. Great service & lovely atmosphere here, not too busy for a Sunday at 5pm. I'd thoroughly recommend.

The Old Weavers House is conveniently located just around the corner from the Cathedral. We sat at a window table and enjoyed views of the water. Ali was an attentive server and helped us decide what to order. He mentioned that the chips are a different than other local chips and that the meat pies are the specialty of the house. I’d Both were excellent! The roast was perfect and was served with a nice tender Yorkshire pudding. I’d love to come back in warm weather and sample another pie on the outdoor terrace!

This higglety-pigglety building by the canal with its mixed vibe of memories from long ago that takes you back in time. It may seem at first glance to some like some form of tourist trap, but it really isn't. Hina and her crew offered quick service with a smile and attention to detail and the atmosphere in general was really welcoming. Our table all went for one of their homemade pies (chicken and sweetcorn, chicken, brocoli and Stilton, and duck and apricot - if you must know). They were so filling, there just wasn't any room for dessert. The restaurant also has a beer garden at the back, adjacent to the canal, though unfortunately the weather wasn't quite right for it. I can imagine it to be quite pleasant on a summer's day. UPDATE: we visited a few days later for Sunday lunch, but unfortunately it was full - will make reservations next time. Returned the following day and ordered chicken and mushroom pie and fish and chips. Both tasted great. Chips are cut in such a way that leaves an indent in each chip, making them perfect for moping up any sauce left on your plate.

Beautiful little old pub with a nice vibe inside. Staff were super friendly and helpful and the food was really good. Serving size of the Sunday roast had so much meat. Could have done with a cheaper half serve even. Only thing that would make the atmosphere better would be a bit of music.

Everything we had was really tasty! We tried the pies (lamb and rosemary pie was incredible), starters, and desserts. We had two servers who were super friendly and attentive, Hina was one of them and we really appreciate all her help!

Charming Experience at The Old Weavers House! I recently visited The Old Weavers House in Canterbury, and it was an absolute delight. Nestled right by the canal, the setting is breathtaking — especially the terrace adorned with grapevines, which adds such a unique and cozy charm. The interior is equally impressive with its pirate-themed decor, making the whole place feel like a storybook escape. The food was exceptional, beautifully presented and full of flavor. Their wine selection was just right, and the staff were warm, attentive, and knowledgeable — truly top-notch service from start to finish. Whether you're visiting Canterbury or a local looking for a special spot, this place is a must-visit. Can’t wait to return!

Excellent Italian restaurant in Canterbury. The dishes are absolutely delicious, prepared with the best ingredients sourced directly from Italy. The staff is very kind, helpful, and thoroughly professional. Highly recommended.

Best Italian restaurant in Canterbury!💗 Friend and I heard amazing things about this place so we decided to try it out and were unbelievably impressed - we had the gorgonzola gnocchi (best gnocchi of our lives) and the pizza “napoli”, followed by the tiramisu and creme brulee for dessert. Everything was incredible and we cannot wait to come back again to try their other dishes (although we’ll definitely be ordering the gnocchi again too). Service were professional and very lovely and the food came quickly✨

Wonderful Italian restaurant with a varied menu. From specials that included fresh ravioli with porcini and truffle to delicious pizzas. And very reasonable. The desserts are also generous, and cocktails are also on the menu. Great service too, thank you.

Nothing flashy, just honest excellent Italian food in a comfortable setting with effective service. Highly recommend.

Outstanding service, immaculate table setting, and well-prepared, flavourful dishes. Excellent value combined with a calm, quiet atmosphere that made conversation easy. Will certainly return on my next visit to Canterbury

Very nice and cozy Italian restaurant. The server was very friendly and energetic. However, the food arrived 40 mins after ordering and wasn’t the best. Good food, but for the price and authentic style advertised, I expected better . Reserve in advance. Would still recommend for date night or cozy night out with friends

This cute little restaurant is just tucked away outside the city centre. Very nice ambience inside. Pizza was great and had unique toppings, the seafood pasta could use more flavour. The environment could definitely be improved with a bit of background music because it was very very quiet inside and you’re able to hear everyone else’s conversations.

A really quaint place right across from the Marlow Arcade Mall area. It was very busy on a Monday bank holiday weekend. Service as a result was a little slow but courteous staff. Extensive menu with a decent set of options for vegetarians and a really fresh selection of pastries/cakes.

Best afternoon tea we had during our honeymoon. After having a few in London, we kind of came to the conclusion that maybe we don't like afternoon tea very much... but glad we tried again at Tiny Tim's! Their scones are amazing. The teas offered here all tasted AMAZING! The best part? It was so much more affordable than any other place we went to for the experience. Seriously, some in London were like 80 pounds per person, but here it was like 25 pounds for a much better tasting one. It was quite busy when we went, so service was a bit spotty, but it was still fun. Worth a visit for sure!

Absolutely fabulous. Breakfast is superb and the place is very lovely. Great service too. The scones are delicious and served hot.

We went to Tiny Tim's Tearoom because it was recommended to us by friends. We could pick a nice place ourselves. My husband took the cake with lemon and I went for the Pilgrim Scone. Very nice! We liked the decoration in this tearoom: all about autumn and NOT about Halloween. Well done!

I’ve been wanting to visit since their famous “Pudding Club”. Popped in for lunch and was pleased to see it full and doing well. Ended up with a chicken huffkin each, tea, hot chocolate and a scone to share. Absolutely wonderful. Scones as big as your fist and the perfect balance of flavour. This will be the sort of place to bring an older relative for an upscale afternoon tea they will talk about for years to come. We will be back.

Great scones and atmosphere.they had a different scone of the day ours was lemon and blueberries delicious. Nice selection of teas also and interesting ghost room upstairs slightly expensive but worth it for the quality. Butter tasty.

cheese scone was divine. apple scone (special of the day) was decent. be warned the scones are massive!

Delicious halal fresh food, served in a cosy and clean environment. Excellent service with no extra charges. Highly recommend this place and will definitely visit again!

Visited over the Bank Holiday and had an excellent experience! The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, authentic, and full of flavour. Service was just as impressive: our waitress, D, was fantastic, warm, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. A wonderful spot in Canterbury, highly recommended!

We were there around 13ish when it wasn’t busy at all (maybe 3-4 tables including us)but we waited long time to have our food, approx. 25 mins for starter and another 25mins for main dishes which was quite unpleasant. We ordered 2x grilled meats and 2 Tagine meats for the lunch special menu. The food wasn’t really impressive. Not very good quality of meats and not too much taste. The only thing I like is the rice which has good moisture and taste. The dessert we had was chocolate cake which was kind of dry. Overall the price was good (less than £15 each without service charge) but if there were others options I definitely won’t come back!

I ordered a lamb taginr that wasn't a lamb tagine. It was a very watery broth without flavour and sole vegs. Lamb tagine should be more saucy and spiced. This was nothing like it. The service was lovely but the girl in the place seems to be the only one serving clients and working.

Not a bad place in Canterbury for a warm and cozy dinner. We got the 3 course tagine meal for £24.95 which had a lot of food. Lamb tagine wasn’t as tender as I’d prefer, but overall the food was decent. Hummus was quite nice!

The atmosphere and staff was friendly. However, I was a little disappointed as I ordered a tagine, and the dish served to me (albiet not bad) was not a tagine. No spices inside (notably no cinamon) or prunes or abricot.

We were visiting England for a week from Canada. Canterbury and dover's cliff was one of our destinations. For dinner we chose this restaurant and they were amazing. The kebabs here are by far the best kebabs I think I ever had. I loved the food so much that I am trying to find alternatives here in Canada.

Wagyu beef burgers were great. Atmosphere was a bit odd and quiet for a Saturday night. Would come back again. P.S amazing quality napkins

Waited a while for this Amazing Chef to return to his natural habitat. Outstanding Meal Sam. Thank you. Just what was needed after a long week at work. Love the place, warm & cosy vibe. Watch out for this place with Sam in the kitchen and Ellie smashing FOH. 10/10 across the board. Thank you Ellie for a perfect & effortless service. Working out when we can get back this month.

Look out for a new superb place to eat! We just had an amazing lunch at the Tyler's Kiln. We were informed that they are under new leadership from award winning Chef Sam McClurkin. Thanks to Sam and the whole team for a delicious meal! Do not miss the tofu starter! It was fabulous! And the black garlic risotto! Will return gladly!

Really nice venue. Well laid out with seating downstairs and upstairs. If live music is playing, it can be noisy so ask to be seated upstairs. There are effectively two menus - the cost effective one and the pricey one. We went for the former. Our waitress was knowledgeable and was able to answer our questions. Service was reasonably quick. Food was very nice. Toilets were very clean and well decorated. There was an overflow car park though it was busy and on a really busy night you might need to park down the road.

Went there for a coffee. A long wait for the coffee to arrive and when it did was the most insipid coffee I have ever experienced. Not drinkable. I did mention this to the chap that served me but didn’t seem interested, just looked surprised with a shrug of the shoulders. Definitely never to return. A waste of £7.30 for the two cups.

First time visiting and definitely wont be the last! Had a fantastic Sunday Roast, generous portions and brilliant roast potatoes. Sat outside in the wonderful garden which had heaters and a canopy. Staff are very friendly and will go out of their way to help. Best wishes to you all and thank you for your wonderful food and service during these difficult times. Stay safe and see you soon.

Kathton House may have moved, but the quality of the food is just as great at the New location. And, to add there is a brilliantly stocked bar and garden to add. Amazing food and fantastic value too. Love it!

Really enjoyed the food and service here. We had a beef brisket sandwich and peri peri chicken sandwich - both hit the spot. The chips stayed nice and crunchy even after a while. Onion rings were mid.But the real winner was the cheesy garlic bread... it was so good we had to order it twice. Hands down the best garlic bread I've had so far. Tried their in house lager too, and that was good.

Great pub serving both cask and keg beer along with cider and lager. The beer was high quality. The staff were attentive and helpful. The food was fabulous. The steak pie and burger were our choice, very good but huge portions

My wife and I booked The Foundry Brewpub specifically for the Sunday roast and looking at previous reviews what I hoped would be great beer too. When the phone rang a couple of hours ahead of our booking I thought it was going to be cancelling our reservation, we were surprised to be asked if we wanted roast lamb or roast beef as they were so busy they didn't want us to arrive and be sold out - now that is absolutely AMAZING service. The roast were delicious along the two ales I had to accompany my meal. Great service and atmosphere too. Highly recommended.

Very nice place with a wide selection of locally produced beer. I had bubble and squeak as well as pie with mash which was very tasty. We tried several types of beer, I particularly liked the cider which might be the best one I have ever had!

We ordered the local brew and they tasted really great and the food was delicious. The waiter from Wales is super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful in introducing great drink for our second round — loved it!

Awesome meal at The Foundry. High quality food, great atmosphere and overall great service. Nice to find a proper, high IBU Westie IPA too. Looking forward to visiting again.

Excellent balance of new and old at this micro brewery. Emma, who served us was lovely, attentive and have great recommendations for both food and drinks. My steak and Foundry ale pie was enormous and tasty - proper English home pub grub. My 5 year olds burger, chips and peas was a great size and came with a scoop of ice cream to finish. My partners Mediterranean mezze was only the starter portion, but it was plenty for her as a main. The salt and pepper squid was delicious too. I had the tasting tray of beers and they were all very good. My stand out was the Foundry raspberry wheat beer. Highly recommend!

Lovely Turkish restaurant with great food! We walked in for brunch as we were just passing by and they happened to be open. We ordered 2 Turkish Breakfasts and it was delicious! Big portions and lots of food. Our waitress was so lovely and accommodating (didn’t catch her name but she had short blonde hair). The food also came out very quickly which was great. It’s a shame I didn’t get to try their full menu but I would definitely recommend their breakfast. Food is halal too which is a bonus.

This place made my visit to Canterbury even more special because of the amazing food we had. Absolutely loved our meal at A La Turka! The chicken kofte was juicy and full of flavour, the garlic mushrooms were rich and creamy full pf buttery flavour, and the chicken shish was perfectly grilled. Great food, lovely atmosphere, and friendly service – we'll definitely be back!

Food were good. Adana kofte was salty but still good. Salmon cooked perfectly. Server gave us chips instead of rice but immediately changed us into rice. I would definitely visit and try again

Hidden gem in a somewhat touristy area, great tasting food and excellent service. Highly recommend the vegetarian casserole, and the vegetarian dolma, which were of the sweeter variety with raisins. Spotted the staff shopping for produce at a local market stall so you know it’s fresh!

We had an amazing experience at A LA TURKA! The food was absolutely delicious🤤 every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. we had the spicy sausage, king prawns,bulgur and passion fruit summer drink.🍹🍽️The service was outstanding, so friendly and attentive from start to finish. The place was clean, welcoming, and had a lovely atmosphere. We truly enjoyed everything and had such a great time. Highly recommend!👌🏻⭐️

First visit here an didn't disappoint. Will be back when visiting. Everything was so tasty an very friendly service with a smile. Thank you

I had such a delightful time at this restaurant during my recent trip to Canterbury! For dinner, I ordered the mixed kebab with rice, and oh my, it was absolutely delicious—bursting with flavors that whisked me right back to my trip to Turkey! I was so impressed that I couldn’t resist returning the next morning for breakfast. The shared breakfast was perfect for two, incredibly tasty, and left us both so happy. Huge thanks to the talented chefs for bringing such authentic, mouthwatering dishes to life! I’m already looking forward to my next visit when I’m back in town

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.

I had a fantastic experience at City Terrace. A special shoutout to Czarina, our waitress she was so friendly, attentive, and made us feel really welcome throughout the meal we were sat quickly by the heater which was appreciated. Her service definitely made the experience even better. Highly recommend City Terrace for anyone looking for great food, great atmosphere, and excellent service!

Food was decent but the music is very loud so unless you're warming up for a night out, maybe don't.

Staff are friendly and helpful. Food was good but could have been better, not enough seasoning on some dishes.

This establishment was warm and welcoming.. The food however was a "let down" or a "crash"!! My partner ordered a pizza which as seen in the photo, was delicious for him... However. My meal "a bowl of tomato sauce" with poorly cooked pasta and the meatballs were like if they were boiled and flavourless.. So uneatable that I lost my appetite and was given a full refund off the bill...

Karma was amazing as always. Very friendly, made us feel very welcomed and fulfilled our special requests regarding our dishes with a smile. Thank you Karma xxx

Lovely little place with really friendly and attentive staff, we were given options of sitting outside, front of house or a back dinning area. Upon sitting at a table we were given a complimentary snack of some sort of tasty pasta crisps which I need a recipe for, they were delicious! My partner and I went with a pretty basic option for our first visit of this restaurant and both had a bolognese, but it was absolutely lovely and pretty filling. The atmosphere here was great and the decor was really nice, will definitely be visiting again to try some more of their food!

The food was excellent and the staff was very friendly and engaging. Regardless of our visit being at rush hour, the team of waiters handled everyone in a professional manner. Despite the fact that some of the customers were rude and ill-mannered, the staff kept their composure and standards. Overall a good experience, definitely coming back

Excellent food 👌 perfectly cooked!Best Italian food, betterthanin Italy! Best chef, John! Thank you 💖 Thank you to Cornel for the great service! Always looking after us, 100% excellent service!

We just tried to get a walk in table for 4 for my wife 2 daughters and I. We we're told that as we had not book it would be a 30min wait. Another couple waiting behind us with 2 children then asked for a table for 4 with no booking. They were then seated immediately. When my wife asked why the other couple could be seated straight away. The lady couldn't give us an answer. Maybe our faces just didnt fit?

Went tonight for a low key night out. We had a fantastic night. The Old Buttermarket was absolutely lovely. We were served by Rose and Sydney who provided absolutely incredible service, they were both friendly, helpful, and kind. Rose recommended the Chardonnay which was a great suggestion, it was very nice (Not too sweet, not dry - a perfect balance). The atmosphere was very welcoming. I would highly recommend visiting The Old Buttermarket

Stopped in for a half pint. Great pub. Very friendly staff. A good variety of ales to choose from. They do have a food menu if you want a bite to eat. Just an overall nice atmosphere.

Amazing little Gem of a pub! The food was amazing & the service was great! The manager/owner was so accommodating to us and made us feel so welcome! We will definitely be back! Thanks also to the guy working with him! You are both amazing I’m sorry I don’t remember your names it was that last Long Island ice tea 😅 Thanks Guys!!

Lovely pub🥂, great food😋, friendly staff😁

We were a large party of 30 having lunch and needed to be 'done' in just over 1 hour. We could not have asked for better service from Sydney (I think her name was) and those who helped her; friendly, attentive, efficient and perfectly understanding how to manage and serve with minimum disruption. I hope the management appreciate such good staff. Everything was ready when we arrived and the staff were prepared. We had a nice space at the back which worked very well. Thank you for looking after us so well!

Wonderful fish and chips. Staff were polite and helpful. Dog friendly inside and out.

I usually don't bother reviewing, unless I'm impressed or disappointed, and BOY, was I disappointed. Arrived around 1300, our companions ordered first. Their orders came nearly an hour later, around 1400. My wife and my food hadn't arrived by 1430, despite following up several times, and being given the runaround (steak takes longer to cook (?), the system must have been faulty, we were waiting for you to finish with your sides before serving your steak, etc) and by then, our appetites were well done beyond that point. Overall, a bad experience in what was a charming stroll around historic Canturbury. They were able to refund us at the very least. Food: 0/10, since our food never arrived. Our companion's opinions on their orders were negative though. Service: 1/10, had to get a highchair by ourselves, they served food to other patrons first (even though they came AFTER we had ordered our food) and were generally avoidant and frankly snippy with us, giving us the runaround on why our food was late. +1 for processing our refund. Price: 1/10 QUITE expensive for pub food. Even London pubs aren't nearly as expensive. For reference, their sirloin steak costs £25, whilst a high end restaurant at Chelsea serves a delightful ribeye steak, with all the trims and toppings at £32 Atmosphere: 5/10, seen one pub, seen them all. This pub is a bit snug, and cozier than most.

Nice private dining. Listen to the advice. Wine pairing perfect to accompany what we picked. Venison to die for. Frutti Di mare lovely and rich. Will have to come back to share a T Bone

This truly is a hidden gem! It's outside the city walls but just 2 minute walk south east from Fenwick so easily able to have a few drinks around the main high street before your meal. We opted to share a flatbread which was delicious. We then decided to have a pasta as a first course and we both had the venison as a main, all of which, blew us away! Really warm, friendly, welcoming service and simply outstanding authentic food! Would highly recommend. It's quaint, romantic, great value and gastronomically pleasing! Would give it 6 out of 5 if I could!

This restaurant is a very quaint, authentic Italian one. The food is delicious but pricy for what it is. The boys ordered stuffed tortellini I think, which was presented in a lovely bowl but there were 4 tortellini in total. I ordered the crumbed seafood to share for £56. I swear there were more crumbed courgette than actual seafood, unfortunately. The service from the gentleman was stern and lady tried to make up for it with her generous smile and kindness. A very odd experience for my taste, I'm afraid to report. I'm pleased to say that the dessert on the other hand, was lovely.

Our first time to Canterbury and we chose this little place for dinner after a long drive. The owner and chef couldn’t have been nicer. Very friendly and the food looked bellissimo and tasted even better! A great selection of wines. Absolutely recommend

We had a lovely warm welcome and amazing service and food throughout our evening. Would completely recommend especially the roast potatoes and the chocolate mousse!!! I can’t eat gluten and they were so helpful with that as well. What a great evening.

Had high hopes but seriously disappointed—really bad attitude and unfriendly😖 dishes are pricy and small portions, Not recommended!

I arrived with a friend without having booked for dinner and was given their very last table. It’s a family-run restaurant with a smallish pleasantly rustic dining room on the first floor. Although it was very busy the service and the food was excellent. Great informal atmosphere and we were under no pressure to vacate the table at the end of our meal. Will certainly go back.

Solid restaurant with average plus food. Not a disappointment at all, just not fine dining. If you order the lamb make sure to order it medium. It comes out well done if not. Good team. Smiling faces. Clean space. Cool old Hollywood pictures abound.

We had a work dinner at Marlowe’s recently. I had a three course meal with Prawns as starters , steak and chocolate Fondant cake . Absolutely delicious. Will be visiting again soon!

Lovely restaurant on one of Canterbury’s main streets. Lovely food and a great selection to choose from, including veggie and vegan options. Attentive service, thank you.

Visited lunchtime on 26th September have been here previously quite a few times. On passing the restaurant we at first thought it was closed, as the inside looks quite dark. There is a board outside with menus. The food is superb very tasty, the portions are good size and there is a good choice of food. Food is hot and well presented. Service we could not fault. Lovely staff. Suggestions. Would benefit from a colourful menu and or board, to attract visitors. Tables could have a battery operated candle in coloured glass holder, and more subtle coloured lighting on the walls. (From November the Christmas lights are evident). Although the restaurant offers special two or three course priced menus it could possibly attract more visitors with a senior citizen offers, a weekly special. We will be returning shortly due to the fabulous food and very nice staff.

Great Little restaurant right around the corner from the theatre and the cathedral. We popped in for dinner and had the duck breast and wild mushroom risotto. Both were perfectly prepared and the presentation was top notch as well. The kids had burgers and even those weren't small little burgers - proper portions. The host was very friendly and accommodated us even though we didn't have a reservation. Good service overall. Overall, I was extremely impressed with the Marlowe's. The prices was also very reasonable given the portions and quality of the food. I'll definitely visit again when I'm in Canterbury again.

Marlowe’s is an absolute treat! The set menu is great value, and eating outside gives off a lovely holiday vibe! British weather permitting, of course. The steak was spot-on, the chips hot and crispy, and the calamari? Golden, fresh, and with a batter so light it practically floated off the plate. Dessert was a delight too—a salted caramel heart that felt like a little hug on a plate. The toilets weren’t perfect, but honestly, the food more than makes up for it. Definitely choose Marlowe’s over any chain!

Really enjoyed our evening meal here. Food was enjoyable and reminiscing about the many photos of bygone Hollywood greats on the walls was added value. Great place to eat.

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.

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

Amazing place with very friendly staff. Miss Abbey, the FOH was super kind and Chef Sam has prepared a delicious vegan dinner including CRISPY CAJUN TOFU BURGER and THE MUSHROOMS PIE WITH MASH, PEAS, AND GRAVY. We can't wait to come back to Canterbury!

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!

Charming tearoom. The rickety appearance seems well cared for. The huge choice of premium teas was really nice. Scones were pretty good too. Cakes looked inviting.

Amazing!!!! Wish I could give them 6 stars! The service was lovely and the cream tea, cake, teas and coffee were all delicious. Definitely pop by if you're in Canterbury

The Moat Tea Rooms is a wonderfully cozy spot, tucked away in a charming old crooked Tudor building that feels like stepping back in time. My visit here was a delightful experience. The quaint and intimate atmosphere, paired with the history radiating from the walls, makes it a perfect place to relax and enjoy a peaceful afternoon. We ordered Russian Caravan tea, which had a rich, smoky flavor that felt just right for the setting, alongside a smooth and comforting latte. Despite not being very hungry, we couldn’t resist sharing a slice of cherry and nut pie, which was a great choice. The pie was delicious, with the tartness of the cherries perfectly complemented by the crunch of the nuts. It was a small indulgence, more for the soul than the stomach, and it lifted our spirits on a quiet day. What stood out, besides the food and ambiance, was the warm and friendly staff. They were incredibly kind and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. Their hospitality made us feel truly welcome, and it’s clear they take pride in creating a pleasant and relaxing environment for their guests. I highly recommend The Moat Tea Rooms for anyone looking to escape the bustle of daily life and soak in some historic charm. Whether you're there for a full meal or just a soothing cup of tea, it’s a lovely spot to unwind and treat yourself.

We heard some great things about this spot & decided to give it a try. The Moat Tea Room did not disappoint. We called ahead as I explained we would be popping along with our dog & would they accommodate us. I spoke with Kamal who kindly said that we could have the table by the door. We had such a lovely time here, such a great pit stop after exploring the cathedral. The cakes are delicious & the tea selection is excellent. We can highly recommend “The English Breakfast”. We had a lovely chat with Kamal who made us feel so welcome & we also made friends with other diners, such a welcoming place with great cakes! I’d highly recommend stopping here, love the old fashioned beams too! Great cakes & excellent service, a must visit when in Canterbury.

Super cute tea room with lovely welcoming staffs. To be honest, I'm not a big fan of scones but I finished these two scones by myself. This was the best scone in my life😍

Tasty homemade cakes and flavored tea. The half timbered building looks amazing from both inside and outside. It's a cozy place to relax and have yummy cakes with friends. Highlight of our day trip in Canterbury. I would definitely love to visit again. Their chocolate cake is definitely worth it. The price is quite reasonable. I loved their rose sencha green tea.

Quaintly atmospheric and cosy and very long standing in the city. Very weak 'Malabar' coffee that tasted stale, and cake that was certainly not today's. £13.50 without service charge for a speciality coffee, a latte and one slice of cake seems high average for the city. On the other hand the very young waiting were personable, and it was a Sunday afternoon.

Friendly staff, not sure why one was wearing white ear bud headphones. Food was good, reasonable size portions and priced. Restaurant was a little tired with menus, bench seating, fixtures and fittings seen better days. I'd go again and would recommend.

Excellent food with perfect balance of flavors. They were also quite accommodating in altering dishes to suit the taste buds. Highly recommend if you are around and want to try some great Indian food. The guy from Goa is simply the best! Might come off as bit uptight but really sweet once you get talking!

Do not be fooled by the size of this place. The customer service and food are absolutely the best, better than some of the best places I have been to. Went with my friend and we were both impressed. We saw that they actually care about their customers, and it was little gestures like offering more when they didn't have to that stole our hearts (in addition to the amazing food). I would most definitely go here again, whenever I visit Canterbury.

Decent food, but i was charged £4 service charge for a £13.45 meal, how is that? It's nearly 30%. I assume that there's a minimum service charge, but that penalises single diners having a small meal, i only had 2 sides a naan and a beer, and i was charged an extra £4 for the privilege. The waitress could not explain the way they calculate the charge, and offered to remove it but I'd rather not get embroiled in a conversation like that leaving a sour taste after a decent meal. Was a shame

Had a nice conversation with the young man behind the counter, offered me a can of drink for wait as they where busy. (best curry house in canterbury afterall) They serve Peshawari chicken which I've never seen anywhere else before. I've heard random bypassers in the street exclaiming how good they're kashmiri dish is so that is what I'll order next!

I've been to several Indian restaurants in the UK, But this is the first time where all the food i ordered was worse than expected in an Indian restaurant. We ordered a Very Hot Chicken Tandoori Mirch Masala and we received a red coloured curry without chicken and when we asked the waiter where the chicken was even he was shocked speechless and he took the dish to bring it back with chicken in the same dish. The second order was a Tandoori Chicken and HALF THE CHICKENS PORTION WAS MISSING!! The pappad was burnt, The Peas Rice was soggy with frozen green peas. The food was bland and their famous "Very Hot Chicken Tandoori Mirch Masala" wasn't even the slightest bit spicy. It was just full of paprika powder. The chutney was sweet and packed with sugar without any spice. The butter naan was just braan (bread + naan) with a piece of butter in the middle of it which wasn't even spread out. I might've been unlucky on this day as the award winning chef might have taken a day off but I realised only after leaving the restaurant that the award was given almost half a decade ago.

Had lunch today with my friends, the food was 10 on 10 , served hot, full of flavours. Service was fast, the staff were friendly. Highly recommended restaurant!

We stumbled upon this lovely café and were so glad we did! They have a beautiful garden area — peaceful, cozy, and perfect for relaxing. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We had an iced coffee and a cappuccino — both delicious. The food was amazing as well! We tried their famous honey cake, which reminded us a bit of Napoleon cake, but honestly, it was even better. So rich, light, and flavorful — absolutely loved it. We also had croissants, and they were unlike any we’ve tried before. They were sliced open and stuffed generously — mine was filled with ham and cheese, and my girlfriend had one with mushrooms. Super tasty and really unique! Everything was fresh and full of flavor, but what stood out the most was the warm atmosphere and kind staff. Highly recommended!

A lovely little oasis in St Peter's Street. It is very pleasant to sit in the garden away from the hustle & bustle of the city. There is a varied menu including filled baguettes, croissants and delicious pastries. The croque monsieur & the petit dejeuner are favourites with us. The staff are always friendly and efficient.

Dog friendly! Made us and our dog very welcome. Cute patio. Excellent staff. Delicious pastries and baguettes. French touches everywhere, down to the soap :) Thank you!

Great little gem. Really cozy inside. I've lived in Paris and the quality of the pastries are as good as in France. Flaky and soft croissants, excellent quiches and great coffee. A must stop for a great breakfast or brunch if you are hanging around Canterbury.

Nice little coffee & pastry shop. Bacon quiche was really nice. My partner ordered german sausage baguette - bread was really good but sausage & filling can be better. Fruit pie was fresh. Coffee & hot choc were standard. Staffs were friendly and place is cozy.

Nice little cafe for a leisure stop. We were looking for a proper coffee and found this cafe. Friendly staff. Have indoor and outdoor seatings.

Genuinely, one of the best cafes I have ever been in the UK. Nice service. The staff was very nice and friendly. The pastries and sweet were delicious and not too sweet. We really love the apple tart and custard cake. The atmosphere was lovely. I'd would definitely come back if I got a chance to visit Canterbury again.

The food was awfull, water has more flavour than the fish and chips. We got an overdose fat. We gained 5 kilo each. It was like a bathtub filled with fat. Dont go here. We had to put 500 grams of salt on the meal to make it bearable.

Great fish, fast service and helpful staff. The place was recommended to us by our tour guide who took us on the nearby boat cruise. We tried their standard fish and chips. The fish felt fresh and everything was nice and crunchy. Definitely one of the best places in Cantebury to try the traditional fish and chips.

Very fresh and delicious Fish & Chips we enjoyed. A very friendly waitress on Top. We are from Germany and say thank you (Dankeschön) for the good food and the cold 🍻 Beer 🍻

Brilliant service! Some of the best fish and chips I have ever laid my tastebuds upon. It smells absolutely divine just from standing outside. My husband, Frank, enjoyed a saveloy and chips, and I had a classic cod and chips. Thrilled with the food and even more satisfied with how polite and keen the staff were. Cannot complain. Will be returning asap!!

Traditional fish and chips, so fresh and authentic! I've been out of the UK for 3 years and really wanted classic fish and chips and this really did the trick, so perfect. Really looks the part too. My friends went there after and also loved it

Good place to go for traditional fish & chip. Taste of british

Fish and chips, the cod tastes very light and fresh. The chips, were hot, fresh and thick with potatoes. This is the geniue fish and Chips. Service is very pleasant and helped me choose my dip! Definitely recommend this place and it's recommended by the locals!

Nothing to complain. What a wonderful atmosphere and exceptional service. Food was absolutely delicious. I would say must try this place. I will visit more often now. Thanks guys for your hard work.

What a find, the staff are brilliant, the restaurant looks great and the food sublime. We ordered a fairly large selection of mezze,which were all fabulous, the lambs liver is so yum, they even gave us olives and bread for free. The wine was nice and not over priced, the whole meal was around £65,and we did have a lot. I would have given this a 5 , but I had to use the toilet, oh dear lord they did stink of urine. But I would go again.

Delicious evening meal with family of 4, we loved the atmosphere, great service and excellent food. We shared a hot mixed platter, I loved my lamb shank, the children enjoyed chicken and lamb shish kebabs with fries (instead of bulgur wheat which my wife said was also really nice). Top marks all round.

Everything was on the highest level! Amazing restaurant to go to when you are visiting Canterbury! Jay is the best waiter who served us! With love from London! 🤍

Great BBQ and Relaxed Vibe Really enjoyed the barbecue at Mezze Bar & Grill—everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. The place has a relaxed vibe, and the staff were kind without being overbearing. Even if you're not specifically into Turkish food, the BBQ is something most people would appreciate.

At the time when I visited this restaurant with my mother and my siblings we were all really impressed with the staff, they made my family and I feel welcomed. I really like the decor and the restaurant was beautifully decorated, I also really liked the presentations of me and families foods and drinks. The food and drinks tastes delicious and I will definitely be visiting this restaurant again.

I eat Turkish food quite frequently in NYC and I have to say this spot was fantastic! The cold mezze platter is a must for the table. I enjoyed the lamb kebab and everyone was raving about their meals too. The Turkish red wine blend they have was very tasty and they did large pours too.

We went on 2x separate occasions but can only submit one review - excellent breakfast options, nicely cooked & tasty, decent prices as well. Lunch was a bit disappointing, with the salmon & lentil salad, as given the price was £16, the salmon was dry and no flavour to the meal overall. Could only eat a 1/3 of it, however the club 35 sandwich was superb. Friendly staff and delicious coffee, both hot and cold.

Excellent lunch! We had the pulled pork wrap and the mozzarella panini, both were very good. The portion sizes are large so you’ll definitely be full. We also had a hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows (both of which came with an extra cost but they were less than 1£). We came with our dog and they offered us a free pup cup! The waitress (whose name we didn’t catch) was very sweet! We recommend 100%!

Food was good. But found hair in my food. 😌 Luckily the waitress quickly changed my plate. It would have been good if a discount was offered for this mishap!

Taken straight to a table. Offers of choice where to sit too. I need gluten and dairy free options. All was catered for with no fuss. Food was delicious. The best homemade hash browns!

Had a lovely breakfast, pouched eggs were made to perfection, staff were great and l loved the Christmas decs

I've been to Cafe No 35 on several occasions and each time has been excellent. Food is exceptional and so much choice, and if you are a Vegan or Veggie, you are in for a treat! Beautiful courtyard garden is a hidden gem in the summer too. They have some great events, and the 'sip and paint' evening was great fun! Oh....and it's dog friendly!

We came in for breakfast because this cafe has vegan options. I had the Vegetarian No. 35 breakfast and replaced the egg with tofu to make it vegan. The vegan sausages were lovely! When the breakfast came, the waiter made a point of telling me that the pot of butter was a non dairy spread that came with the slice of toast, which I really appreciated. I had read reviews saying they sometimes have vegan croissants, and luckily, they had one left. It wasn't listed on the table menus, so you have to ask. It was the most beautiful wholemeal blueberry vegan croissant. I was surprised at how flakey it was, considering it was a wholemeal version. Delicious! My husband ordered the Stack No. 35 breakfast bun, which he enjoyed. Two pots of English Breakfast tea later and we were full. The café is spacious inside and comfortable. I will definitely be coming again.

The menu is not massive but is well thought out and the food and service is amazing definitely not your run of the mill pub grub, in fact I would say it is well up there with quality, taste, value and service hence 5 stars. A highly recommended Real little hidden gem in Canterbury

Canterbury has many public houses, however, most of them belong to the local brewer Shepherd Neame. It is refreshing to find a Free House which is warm and welcoming and serves good food and a different range of beers. The beer is well kept and the food of good quality. It's also dog friendly, even though I don't have a dog 😂. Visited on a Sunday and they had a lovely pianist, playing. It was a really lovely atmosphere and very friendly 🍺❤️🙂

What can I say, amazing food, lovely sized portions in a Vegan restaurant for once!!!!!!! First Vegan restaurant that does ‘pub-food’ right. Service and ambiance were great and the menu (see pictures) was fantastic. They were out of red wine after a festival but that was fine. I will change this rating to a 5 star one when they remove themselves from Gourmet Society after I couldn’t use my card and get 25% off. Apparently this is because of the last owner and they are having trouble coming off the list. Of course they could instead just join GS and that way more people can use the service and make savings!!! OMG the ‘Monumental’ burger is aptly names and just fantastic 😁

One of the best pubs in Canterbury! Very cosy. They do great food as well!

This is a must-visit for your visit to Canterbury. A short walk from the station just outside the city walls, the variety of vegan junk food is amazing, and every meal we tried impressed. They also do a range of desserts, vegan beers and cocktails, including veganised versions of a White Russian and Bloody Mary. The staff are friendly and helpful and interior is cosy and clean with a great big beer garden outside.

Great pub! Great food, drinks and staff! I had been to this pub before for bands, and had a great time, this time however we went for food. Pleasantly surprised would be an understatement. First of I'm not vegan but my girlfriend is and I can safely say that I did not miss a thing! Amazing taste (presentation could have been better) but all round really good food. The staff have a friendly and solid rapport. The bar tender makes a great Cuban! Would recommend to all!

A super friendly pub with beautiful interiors and a cosy garden outside. A well curated range of wines & drinks (alcohol free too) and options for vegetarians. A laid back ambience, well suited for groups, couples or solo- I have been as all three and have had an equally good experience. Will be back!

I was really looking forward to staying at this hotel after seeing it recommended on social media, but unfortunately, our experience was incredibly disappointing. From the moment we arrived, the service was underwhelming. The staff at check-in were unfriendly and unwelcoming, which immediately set the tone. To make matters worse, our room wasn’t ready even though we arrived with our toddler, which made waiting around quite difficult. There was very little empathy or support offered in that moment. When we were finally shown to our room, it was unbearably hot. There was no air conditioning, and the three fans offered just circulated the warm air. The windows were very small, offering little ventilation, and unbelievably, it felt cooler outside than in the room itself. We raised our concerns with staff but were told there were no alternative similar rooms available. To top it off, the shower made the heat even worse, and the room itself was dark and painted in a dull blue that only added to the discomfort. There was barely any natural light, which made the space feel even more oppressive. I can only speak from my personal experience, but for the rate we paid (£270) I expected better. I wouldn’t return.

Like others, I was genuinely looking forward to staying here and reviews around the time I booked had been mostly positive. However, my experience echoes several disappointed recent reviews from the last few months. TL;DR: The rooms are quirky (in a good way) and cosy, but there were frustrating issues with understaffing, unwelcoming attitutes, and a disorganised booking system. The good: the room I booked was comfortable enough, clean, and warm (remember to adjust the radiator on arrival). There was a little noise carryover from outside and adjoining rooms, but not terrible. The newer members of staff who I met during breakfast and checkout were lovely. The location is ideal for the West train station, access to University of Kent, and walkable distance to city centre. The not great: It is an old property and was struggling with maintenance issues during my stay, with water pouring from the 1st floor ceiling around an entryway directly off the stairs, and partly through a flickering fire safety exit light, into ~3 buckets. This was the only clearly marked entrance or exit route towards my room, and it was starting to smell damp the morning I left. The bad: Arrival was frazzled and unwelcoming, especially to guests who arrived early and waited in the bar/restaurant until check-in. One pair of guests who elected to wait asked for a coffee from the bar, but the member of staff sorting check-in information was also the only staff member available for the bar. This is obviously frustrating for the staff, but the tone taken with those guests was unkind. The hotel's cocktail hour was incredibly popular, and guests seated near me complained it took over 30 minutes to get a drink due, again, to understaffing at the bar. The breakfast room was also not ready to receive guests on-time with many staff arriving after breakfast should have started, and the breakfast room was initially freezing and unheated. I had added breakfast to my online reservation prior to arrival and had email confirmation of this, but staff said it was not shown as part of my reservation on check-in leading to me being double charged for breakfast. The hotel's IT system seemed to baffle staff who eventually did resolve my overcharge when I called after checkout, but are unable to update my receipt for accuracy.

A nice hotel with tons of history and charm. We booked for one night and got a room with an open patio perfect for morning tea. The hotel is in an excellent location near to shops, restaurants, the canal tours, the cathedral, and the West Canterbury train station (East Canterbury is about a 12 minute walk). There is a very nice bar on site and a restaurant. You get a complimentary breakfast with various options but you MUST get the English breakfast so delicious! You can also travel to Dover by train for like 20+ dollars and it takes a half hour. Do keep in mind this is an ancient structure so there are no vents in the bathroom or central air but we were there in early August and the weather was perfect. One last thing-we got there early and they let us leave our bags before check in so we could walk around. But when we went to Dover the next day they held our bags until we came back in the late afternoon even after we checked out. Very classy! Thanks to the great staff at The Falstaff!

The room is a huge disappointment. Described as a cosy room, it is more of a prison cell size with windows that don't open properly and I am claustrophobic so I feel totally uncomfortable, the window has a view over the fire escape. Room 8. The staff are nice enough and left chocolate and we were offered a cocktail as compensation but I am NOT enjoying the experience. The bathroom linen had ants which were either in the linen or came in through the pipes. The room is clean the ants aren't a reflection on the cleanliness and the house keeping staff really pleasant but I wouldn't want to be in the room any longer than I have to or other than to sleep in it. The breakfast was ok but really it is such a disappointment and I cannot recommend it.

I had a booking for 2 rooms for 2 couples at the Falstaff Hotel. On entering our separate rooms our friends noticed a loud humming noise - it turned out to be a nearby mechanical plant (perhaps an air conditioning condenser unit?) They complained about the noise and were upgraded to a nicer room on the opposite frontage of the building. We decided to stay in our room as although we could hear the distant hum we were a room or 2 down the corridor. Big mistake! In the dead of night that was all we could hear and although it eventually turned into white noise it was evident that it would disrupt sleep. Worse was to come as at 5.30am the room was lit up brightly as there were no curtains on the window and so no way of shutting out the light. We persevered with the room but the second night was even worse with bright sun n streaming in at 6.00am! These rooms are really not fit for purpose to advertise as they don’t fulfil the basic requirement for a good nights sleep, and should not be on offer to the public. It’s a shame because the rest of the hotel is really nicely fitted out - great lounges, a nice bar and decent breakfast, and plenty of parking at the rear despite its close vicinity to the town centre, and the staff were friendly & helpful, doing their best to work with what they’ve got. The more expensive rooms had curtains and were located away from the noise. The problems need urgently sorting out, and it shouldn’t be the guests job to complain to try to secure a move to a better room when the hotel shouldn’t be using them in the first place.

We did a cocktail making class with Felipe and it was excellent. Fun, good value for money and he was excellent and informative. It was the perfect match of cocktail trivia and an informal girls night. We had the best time.

I’m disappointed because my expectations weren’t met. I had booked a junior suite, so I expected a junior suite. But instead we got an attic room with 2 tiny windows in the slanted ceiling looking out to the sky. The room was spacious, granted, and with a sofa in the corner. And nicely furnished. But an attic room is a double room, not a junior suite.

So bloody delicious! Huge portions. Friendly service. If you love pork crackling this is the place for you. Crackling perfection, tasty burgers and sandwiches. Each main actually comes with some crackling. We didn’t know this and ordered a side of crackling but we got too full and couldn’t finish it. I am still dreaming about this place years after having this when I visited Canterbury!!

Meaty Melt!!! Best sandwich ever - cheddar, pork, Mac ‘n cheese, on delicious sourdough bread grilled to perfection. The Lobster Buoy is a nice beer as well, not too hoppy. A large place but still cozy and cute, and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Absolutely amazing food!!!!!! The meaty melt and the ribs are a must. A culinary delight. Meat drops of the ribs and the flavour of the oak smoked pork is divine!!! The wide variety of beers too makes it a good mix. The ambience was very good. On a Saturday evening, the place was full but not noisy A place to visit

Pictures can't do the food here justice. (It's good) The staff are always kind, attentitive and I've never had to wait long for the food to arrive. There's always a good atmosphere and is definitely somewhere I would and will be going again. I find the menu a little hard to read at times, in particular the options of sauce and slaw aren't immediately apparent since they're essentially an appendix at the end of a headed section but this small thing isn't enough to bring the rating down.

After hearing a lot of good things about this established local restaurant in Canterbury, I decided to take my sister and a friend there for a late mid-week lunch there a few days ago. Overall the food was pretty good, but the waiting times and service leaves a little to be desired. I and a friend ordered the pulled pork roll with bbq sauce, chilli slaw and fries, and my sister ordered one of the vegetarian options in the cauliflower and red onion pakora burger. The food was delicious, chilli slaw added a nice fragranced flavour to the generously portioned pork roll, and the rolls themselves are baked in-house and are delicious. My sister enjoyed her food too, so the mains were a huge success. Chips are lovely and crispy! My one criticism of the meal would be that the pork scratchings- as wonderfully cooked as the are- were way too salty and had a slightly tainted flavour with the use of what I believe to be some kind of seed- maybe caraway. To me it doesn’t quite work, and if they cut back on the salt and had them straight up and simple, they’d probably be the best hog lumps in the world. The desserts were a hit too, including some ‘chonuts’ dipped in cinnamon with chocolate and toffee apple dips, and a sticky toffee pudding with ice cream. All very delicious, but the one criticism I’d have is the chonuts were quite dense, and perhaps just straight up churros would be a better thing to offer. The service was where this place loses a few stars. The staff themselves are very friendly and helpful, but the trouble was that we were sat round the corner of the room where we weren’t visible to staff walking around, and after we’d finished our meal we had to keep trying to flag a staff member down to order desserts which took a good 20 minutes after finishing our meals. Once we’d ordered desserts, they took a further 20 minutes to arrive which is a tad too much considering the place wasn’t at all busy- maybe 3-4 occupied tables max. Overall though, this is a great little local restaurant that serves great food, good prices, and makes every effort to provide local ingredients and produce.

Absolutely amazing. Place was busy so you knew it would be good but wasn't ready for just how good. The burger/sandwich was hands down the best I've ever had, the relishes, the meats and everything complimented each other perfectly. Have no complaints.... Also the Mac n cheese was godly.

The staff are friendly and helpful, and the food, well, my boyfriend and I diligently waited for it to open up after lockdown to make an hour round trip just to have some of their food. This place is delicious in every meaning of the word. Added bonus the recyclable trays and forks they serve their food on now. I will 100% eat here again and again and again!

Went to this lovely restaurant for my bf’s birthday - completely unplanned and didn’t have any expectations but we were incredibly surprised! We ordered scallops and tuna tartar as starters. The scallops were succulent and cooked to perfection, but the tuna tartar was ok as it was a bit dry without any dressing. There’s room for improvement for the tuna tartar but it didn’t affect the overall experience. For main we had Hake in curry Dahl sauce and whole lemon sole. Both were absolutely delicious! The hake was fusion with the curry sauce, splash of chilli oil and lots of coriander - an explosion of flavours and such a pleasant surprise! The lemon sole was super fresh with silky and buttery flesh and delicate flavours. The service was great too. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and would definitely be back!

We ate here as part of a friend's special birthday celebrations. We'd booked for lunch and all fancied the Tasting menu, which was terrific value even before we realised it was half price that day. The food was incredible. Ross is a talented chef. Alysha looked after us perfectly. Nothing was too much trouble. They easily swapped out a starter one of our party with a crab allergy for equally delicious prawns. Presentation and flavours were amazing. If only I lived nearer.

Hi Chapman's! I wanted to let you know about the fantastic dining experience my partner and I had recently at this wonderful restaurant. Last Friday evening, we visited with a reservation, and it was truly delightful! The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, the ambiance was cozy, and the food was absolutely worth it. I would highly recommend giving it a try!

We came for our wedding anniversary on a Friday night. We were the only ones here, but the service and the atmosphere was very nice. We had the tuna tartar and the scallops, followed by roasted hake fillet and monkfish wellington. All of the fish courses were full of flavour and good size portions. The winner for me was the monkfish. The desserts were also really tasty. The chocolate delice tasted like proper real chocolate but the cinnamon bun takes the cake. The portions are generous. I think the main courses are well priced, starter and dessert on the higher end of the spectrum. But the food is worth it. Will definitely come back again!

I was here Monday night and everything went smoothly. We were looking for a place to eat some mussels when I stumble upon this place, so I decided to give it a go. The inside is lovely, and the staff was very welcoming( considering that it was late and after a hard day of work you're smile can sometimes not be so big when you see new customers,:p). The food was delicious and fresh, from what I read online they take pride in serving fresh fish daily, and for me it was true. I tried for my first time the rock oysters, and they were great, can wait to go again and try some more :d. I also recommend the mussels , they were lovely cooked (i tried the wine and cream ones, but they also have Thai green curry and beer leak and mustard)and the portion is very big considering the price, actually, if I think about it I never eat mussels so cheap. Thank you Chapmans for the experience you definitely gone see me again.:)

LOVE this place, though last night it was Very quiet. I can’t understand why?! Anchovies then a couple of oysters to start for me, king prawn with curry mayo followed by half lobster for my wife and sea bass with ravioli for me, the sticky toffee pudding. Every mouthful was absolutely delicious!

The lobster doesn’t taste really fresh. It is really small portion and bad quality considering its high price. The service is also not very good. They didn’t provide us any water until we tried to ask couple times. Don’t understand why others give high reviews.

I accidentally discovered this restaurant on Google Maps, and it turned out to be a wonderful surprise. We was warmly welcomed inside with my dog and enjoyed the first floor, which was just as charming as any other. The buffet was excellent – everything was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. Service was great, desserts were amazing, and the atmosphere, with its details and design, made me feel as if I were in Morocco rather than a small English town. I’ll definitely come back – highly recommended!

Great food. Great service. We chose the quieter room so not involved in the "buzz" taking place upstairs. Once again Olive Grove you smashed it. See you next time for they'll definitely be a next time

Sat outside on a lovely Warm September Lunchtime where we enjoyed the "Lunchtime Set Menu". Fantastic value and very tasty. Highly recommend! A massive thankyou to Diana and the team for making it so memorable! 😁

Matt and Diana were perfect hosts and made us feel right at home at Olive grove. Food was absolutely gorgeous and very good value for money as portion sizes were massive. Will come back again next year when back for Uni!!

Absolutely ridiculously delicious food! Amazing service, we had a large table of 15 people, and were served expediently. Asked for drinks throughout the meal, and had a wonderful time thanks to all the wonderful staff and talent from the chefs at the Olive Grove!!

Lovely restaurant with a diverse menu. I think three or four cuisines: Italian, Moroccan, and Lebanese and Turkish. The service was superb. Our waitress, Naima, was very helpful with explaining the menu and the options available. I had the Spaghetti The Grove and it was absolutely delicious, with beautifully balanced flavors.

The olive grove was like a museum and restaurant all in one. I couldn’t help but go for a wonder as the place is so cool and full of quirky art! Food was delicious and service was very good, lovely staff. It would have been nice if they had an alternative milk for coffee as only had whole milk available. My cocktail was good though 🍸😋 Anyway, highly recommend!!! 😃

unfortunately I can't praise either the place or the food because of how dirty it is restaurant ,the amount of dust of 1cm ,dirty lamps inside on the table where the food is placed, the layer of dust and dirt on the tables and rest of the food in the corners it’s old dirt and it is terrifying. If there is such an amount of dirt in the room, what must be happening in the kitchen, everything is flying in the air, the restaurant must be sparkling clean, it was a terrible stay there and left a terrible bad taste. Complaint to the manager to no avail, and reporting to the Coty company also without their response to this situation. That’s ruined our family day out . I feel sick after eating there once I spotted dust from being bored after waiting 50 minutes for mains For me it’s not acceptable. I report to manager but he’s reaction was not accurate to situation . Other then that costumer service was friendly and good tasty food if not fact of how dirty it is we Woolf come back now defo will not .

Had a decent little 3 course meal here. Nice setting on a lovely day! Food was pretty decent and well prepared. Only downfall was the wait between courses…..especially the last one! 👀 Anyway I’d probably go back and I’d definitely recommend it 🎯

We had lovely outdoor brunch in the sun. Every item cooked to perfection. Good menu, different options whether veg or non veg. We enjoyed out meals and complete breakfast is a really nice option.

The food, atmosphere and service were great. We were recommended the veggie burger and it was delicious😋😋

Loverly service. Tried the special deal ,will try something else next time as it was so straightforward .Desert was good ,although I would like larger portion .

Very tasty food/drinks and very friendly staff. Positive: The energy content of the dishes is stated on the menu. Our expectations were met to our complete satisfaction. Thanks to everyone involved 😊

OVERVIEW The food was just OK, a mixture of hit and miss on each plate! PLUS + French-style restaurant with classic comfort food options. + The duck elevated the "confit duck à l'orange" to a 4*. It was moist and juicy of such top quality it could be enjoyed by itself. The braised cabbage was overly sweet, and the gratin was ok. + The “garden breakfast" was at a 3* level. The mushroom patty was of note, the most convincing meat substitute! + The fresh berries“french toast” was at a 3* level. The toast and the toppings were ok, topped with a generous potion of fresh fruit. + Formally welcoming and friendly staff. Michael, a senior member of staff, was the most hospitable and always visible. + Hand sanitisers were placed throughout the restaurant. + Walk-in availability. + Reasonably priced. MINUS - The interior of the restaurant was somewhat run down; therefore, it could benefit from a renovation. - The restaurant could also benefit from a quick, hassle-free table QR code payment method, i.e., the "Sunday" payments app. ORDER HISTORY Main: * Confit Duck À L'Orange Breakfast: * Garden Breakfast * Fresh Berries & Vanilla Crème Fraîche

I had such a wonderful experience dining at Bills! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. But what really made the evening unforgettable was Romy,our waiter. Romy was incredible— so attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about making sure we had a great time. They made excellent recommendations, checked in at just the right moments, and had this effortless charm that made the whole experience feel special. Honestly, Romy is a gem and a big reason why I’ll definitely be coming back. If you're thinking about visiting, do it — and ask for Romy if you can. You won’t regret it!

Food is very delicious and good price. We are very satisfied!! We ordered set menu. We chose Cauliflower soup, smoked salmon pate, mackerel beetroot. & squash salad, chargrilled chicken. We quite loved them. Coconut milk late and coconut milk flat white were also our favorite! The most stunning thing is the service!! Antonio and Rosie are very friendly and thoughtful!! Their hospitality is very heartwarming:) After eating set menu, we were almost full but we wanted to order pancake, then they offered us smaller options!! That was very helpful. Thank you very much!!! I highly recommend!!

It was my first time in this restaurant and the experience was really enjoyable. I particularly appreciated the gluten free menu with many choices available. Amelia was our server and she took great care of us. Would definitely come back and recommend it!

Had a great visit to Bill’s in Canterbury! Antonio was our server and he was really friendly and attentive. Started off with a pot of tea which was lovely, then had the Ultimate Brunch Burger and the Steak, Egg & Chips – both were tasty and well cooked. Also loved that they offer 20% off with UNiDAYS for students. Great food, great service, and good value!

We had a delightful lunch here. So much to choose from, and the prices were quite reasonable. Quick turnaround on our order, and the staff were very friendly. Pictured are the Big Brunch and shrimp cocktail.

Went here for lunch one Sunday. The server was wonderful, I believe her name was Rasa/Rosa. The shared starter was really nice and set us up for a good meal. Unfortunately, even though the burger was presented well, it was average at best, not very much taste. In theory it sounded great, bacon, fried egg and lots of avocado. It didn't live up to the expectations. The fries were good and the meal wasn't overly expensive in total. I would go back but I would be ordering a different main other than the brunch burger.

I ordered the chicken shawarma plate based on recommendations, and it was absolutely delicious, full of rich, distinctive flavors. Romy was also very friendly and welcoming. Overall, great service and great food.

This is a review of the Abode Brasserie. The restaurant is a small plate eatery, we've been to a few small plate places and really enjoyed them, the menu sounded interesting and we wanted something a bit special as we were only in Canterbury for one night. We were met at the entrance by a man who waved us in the general direction of some tables and said we could choose where to sit, bit odd but fine. We sat down and after a few minutes he brought a food menu and explained how it works, that dishes would come when they're ready etc and recommended 2 or 3 dishes each. After about 10 minutes we were brought a drinks menu, then almost immediately we were asked if we were ready to make our drink order. After another 5 minutes (of us looking at drinks) we finally ordered. The first dish that came out (after another 15 minutes of waiting) was the smoked haddock soufflé. It was the size of a cupcake, so a mouthful each. It was a little chewy and bland. £10 for that. Then, a good 10 minutes later the pearl barley ragu with goats cheese came out in a cute saute pan about the size of a saucer. It was also a little chewy, tasty, but with the absence of any other dish the texture was hard work. We noticed the table next to us tucking in to what looked like a marvellous feast while we waited another 15 minutes for another plate. At this point we were considering leaving. The last straw was the lamb ragu which came in a miniature saucepan. There was about 1-2 tbsp of shredded lamb in gravy with peas and a small pile of mini hash browns - the exact same frozen ones we buy for our kids. £13.50 for that dish. I have never complained in a restaurant but I couldn't carry on. I asked if we could pay for what we'd had and go because it had been so bad. The waiter was excellent, very gracious and insisted we try the other dishes for free, which he then retrieved from the pass immediately. Why we had been waiting again i have no idea. The only dish that stood out was the gnocchi with fennel sausage, but at £12.50 for 4 bits of gnocchi and half a mashed sausage is madness. If the food had been outstanding it may have been worth the time and cost but it was disappointing at every turn. The 2 stars are for the waiter who did his best to turn it round!

Had a pre theatre meal here, so restaurant was fairly empty. Food was decent, but not as fine dining as I'd hoped for in a luxury hotel. Bar on other hand was lively with good service. Disappointed to find in the ladies toilets, sanitary bin full to overflowing. I'm not sure I'd revisit.

I had dinner and breakfast here as a package and it was excellent. The dinner was three courses, wonderfully presented and tasted great. The service was very good and breakfast was equally enjoyable.

This was a real gem. We loved the concept with several smaller dishes to share, and the quality of the food was superb. Service was very attentive and top class. Maximum value for the money.

I was a little bit hesitant going here as per the Google reviews but I'm pleased we gave it a chance. We chose the three courses and enjoyed some really nice food served by very attentive and friendly staff (Claudio was especially good). I had the asparagus, hake, and banana dishes and found all enjoyable with some nice touches (the hake, for example, was cooked beautifully with accompaniments full of flavour). We did notice that the restaurant was quiet at a peak period and wondered whether the online feedback had played a part in that - a real pity given that the staff clearly cared about the experience and wanted to see people walk away happy. We look forward to visiting again in the future 😊

Was a delicious meal with great service, would definitely go back!

We went to the Abode for a drink in the bar and were not dining. However due to the bar being busy, we were shown to an area between the bar, restaurant and rooms etc. It was just basically a spare space with tables and chairs, nothing special a sort of betwixt and between feeling. You pay a premium on the drinks so you expect to feel it's a comfortable place to be. I have to say sorry I want to say the service was really good and the bar team were really nice.

We were greeted warmly and seated in a comfortable area. The staff checked for any allergies and took our orders. The food was presented beautifully and was very tasty. There was a delay between the starter and the main course but it was a rather hot day and there was only one chef on duty. The staff were friendly and ensured that we had what we needed. One can sit inside but there is seating in the outside back area. The facilities were clean but the flush of the toilets needs checking. We would be happy to go again.

Went here today as the menu looked good from outside. The place was beautiful, even the toilets were nice especially with the decor. The waitress Rumy was quick and efficient and extremely helpful and friendly especially as my friend had special dietary requirements. The food was great portion size and so were the drinks. The quality of the food was delicious and the pricing was very good especially for the portion size. All courses of the menu looked great and a good selection of choice. The staff we friendly the whole way through. Rumy was a great waitress

Good service, , pizza, salad and sandwiches were fine. You should definitely try the seafood risotto and linguine , it is exceptional. You can ask for your food to be cooked without wine if you prefer it.

I’m a little late writing this review but I just wanted to thank the Canterbury team from the bottom of my heart for making my birthday special back in January. I am on chemo so they kindly made something fresh for me that works with my restrictive food schedule and they gave me a complimentary dessert, which was delicious. Faith, Jade, the chefs, and I think the last person was Tia, really went above and beyond and it’s the kindest treatment I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Thank you so much for making it a special evening and for catering to my unfortunate needs, I have never forgotten it and I will be back!

Stumbled upon this place while wandering about, looks very nice. Sat in the lovely back garden and the staff were so friendly. I ordered a thin based pizza, you have to pay extra for this and my partner ordered a risotto along with a side salad, and lastly a bottle of wine. After waiting a stupid amount of time my partner got up to investigate where the wine had got too. She discovered the wine sitting on the bar next to the side salad, after a brief chat , with the now less friendly member of staff, who was fiddling with her phone, we had the wine and salad delivered to our table. In due course the meals arrived, the pizza was nice but the base was over cooked , but my partner liked the risotto. My main problem with this place is we had to keep asking for things, the tables inside had all the condiments you could wish for , but outside nothing, so we had to keep on requesting things. So why am I paying a service charge when there is no service. All in all generally average.

We arrived without a booking for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and they were able to seat us upstairs as we had a big group. Felt like we had our own private dining. We all opted for the 2 and 3 course lunch menus. Soup of the day was cauliflower soup. Majority of us had the fishcake for the starter. The rosemary garlic bread had a nice texture, but there was too much herbs on it. For drinks, I had a tropical fruit cooler mocktail, it was a bit too sweet for my liking. The kiwi and mint mocktail was nicer. For the mains, I chose the lighter option of having a smaller portion of pasta which comes with a salad. It was enough to eat. I chose the spaghetti bolognese. For some reason, the children’s portion came with cheese but not the adults. We ordered desserts too as we saw reviews about the sticky toffee pudding. This cake was very soft and moist. Food wise, it was ok - nice, simple, and healthy lunch. Service was good as staff were friendly. Downstairs toilet is small, the one upstairs is better. We found out the lunch menu was actually not available on the weekend, but we were allowed to order from it. Luckily they allowed us to have the same rate in the end.

nice atmosphere, excellent service and delicious food....enjoyed our meals so much....definitely we will be back again

This restaurant in Canterbury is truly exceptional, deserving the title of the best in town. From the delectable food to the excellent service and inviting atmosphere, it provided an amazing dining experience. The restaurant's meticulous attention to detail was evident in every aspect. I opted for their signature dish, the Dirty Burger with potato wedges, and it exceeded my expectations. The burger was generously sized and bursting with flavor, while the potato wedges were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This restaurant is a must-visit, delivering an unforgettable culinary journey.

Amazing gluten free food. This is a 5 for me but not for my partner who isn't gluten free. I had the beer battered fish and chips and it was amazing. Haven't had a fish and chips like that for so long. It was a huge portion and perfectly cooked. Funnily enough the batter sort of looked like a fish as shown in my picture. My partner just had the tempura and thought it wasn't very nice. Just not Japanese? 4/5 stars for her.

Best when a live band is playing in the next street 👌🏽 Good food, nice location, proper ketchup and mayo bottles, best for people with allergies. Gluten free and lacto free available here. Prices a bit higher than usual but therefore local and well made stuff!

LOVED THIS PLACE! Will definitely be coming back :) my best friend is coeliac and this was the first time she could have anything off of the menu. The food and service was great with reasonable prices. Bathrooms were lovely too.

Absolutely amazing place to eat. The food and service so wonderful. Lots of vegetarian/ Vegan choices. And dog friendly, which is great for the centre of Canterbury. We had a mixture of starters between two people, and vegan sticky toffee pud, and vegan crumble for desert, both absolutely yummy.

Cozy little bistro tucked away in the heart of the city. Very interesting mix of dishes on the menu, and always something new to try! Lots of vegan options too. The staff was very friendly and welcoming to us and our dog. A bit on the pricier side, for relatively small portions, but would still recommend and visit again.

Super staff & teams. 5 stars ⭐️ sure ! It was very tasty & kids friendly. The fish & chips is amazing. Veggie meal’s for vegetarians 🌱. Nice place and very beautiful.

Excellent food & service in lovely surroundings. We had mixed starter, onion bhajees, chicken chettinat, lamb naga, garlic nan, sag aloo & plain rice. Was all very fresh, good size portions & served at a good temperature on hot plates which is a plus, plus very tasty. The best Indian food in Canterbury 100%. Visiting here is a must!

Food is absolutely delicious.Interestingly, the ambience of the restaurant and the music it plays make it feel like India.The owner is super nice and friendly and spends at least 3,4 minutes talking with guests. All in all the restaurant is great .I absolutely love it. Prasad from Sweden

Excellent in all areas and a perfect place to end our trip to Canterbury, is the food nice? 2 empty plates so you decide.

Absolutely love this place! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly spiced — every dish tastes authentic and made with care. The staff are warm, welcoming, and always make sure we have a great experience. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, It’s easily one of our favorite spots for Indian food — highly recommend to anyone looking for a delicious meal and great service!

What a great place! Turned up without a reservation, and was seated within minutes (was very busy thou). We had a young trainee as our waiter and he was great. Next on to the food, one of the condiments for the poppadoms was very different it looked dry but was full of flavour and was moist, it was delicious. The two mains we shared had a very good potion size of meat in them and both were great in taste. Very difficult to fault anything.

This is the best curry restaurant we have visited in many many years. The food was superb, service was excellent as was the ambience, and we were greated with a warm welcome even though we had not made a reservation. We were shown to a table straight away and served in a professional manner. We are only visitors to Canterbury so may not return for many years but would highly recommend this superb restaurant.

Absolutely stunning!!! That is hands down the best Indian I've had for a very long time! The care and effort the chef clearly puts into every meal is astounding! I would highly recommend this restaurant, the place is cosy and historical. The service was brilliant and professional, I will definitely be going back!