Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Canterbury

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thomas Becket

4.1

Excellent(127)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Canterbury

Booked 3 times today

The Thomas Becket is a traditional friendly pub and restaurant, situated right in the heart of the quirky, historical city of Canterbury with a great offering of delicious food and a warming atmosphere for you to unwind.

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2. Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

4.3

Awesome(24)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Canterbury

Booked 9 times today

Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers a truly exceptional dining experience in Canterbury, with its stylish atmosphere and stunning panoramic view of the iconic Canterbury Cathedral. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch or a relaxed evening meal, the restaurant’s seasonal, locally-sourced menu is designed to offer a flavourful journey that showcases the best of the region.The highlight of the menu is undoubtedly the steak experience: succulent Sussex grass-fed, red breed beef steaks cooked to perfection, delivering an indulgent and unforgettable culinary moment.For those in the mood for something more casual but equally enjoyable, Socialite’s bottomless brunch, creative cocktails, and live music make it the perfect destination for a fun day out or evening with friends. Expect the best in both food and atmosphere, and let Socialite take you on a gastronomic adventure while soaking in the beauty of Canterbury's skyline.

3. The Drapers Arms

3.7

Very Good(15)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Canterbury

Located in a historic drapers shop in the heart of medieval Canterbury, The Drapers Arms is more than a traditional pub, welcoming you day and night all week through. Cold beers, wines and cocktails in a relaxed vibe sit alongside the best street food and asian infusion in the city. Upstairs our first-floor dining room features a large dining area its own separate toilet facilitys and opens up to a rooftop garden terrace overlooking Guildhall street. On our ground floor we have street side tables, the perfect place to while away the afternoon people watching. perfect for celebrating those special occasions & big events in style. watching

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4. The Fordwich Arms Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(48)

Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Canterbury

Booked 12 times today

The Michelin Starred, Fordwich Arms, located in the smallest town in England, dates as far back as 1828. Draped in ivory and wisteria in the most picturesque location over looking the Great River Stour, the perfect setting for an idyllic summers lunch. Boasting open fireplaces for the colder winter months, creating a cosy and welcoming ambiance. Daniel and Natasha Smith took over The Fordwich Arms in 2017 and were awarded a Michelin Star within the first year, as well as being in the top 100 gastro pubs in the UK, multiple culinary awards, notable wine awards and various other accredits, a testament to their hair work and talent. The seasonal menus focus on provenance, showcasing the best of local Kentish ingredients, sourced directly from local farms and producers. Dan's cooking is accomplished yet approachable, served in a relaxed pub environment with a choice of a la carte or tasting menus.

5. The Bridge Arms

4.8

Exceptional(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Canterbury

Booked 12 times today

The Bridge Arms is nestled within the beautiful rural village of Bridge situated within the Nailbourne Valley 2.5km South of the cathedral city of Canterbury. Originally a coaching inn, The Bridge Arms dates back to the 16th century, once a baiting house the grade II listed pub boasts large original fireplaces for the winter months and sparse outside garden with outside bar for the warmer summer months.This iconic pub has undergone a transformation under the new ownership of Daniel and Natasha Smith (owners of The Michelin Starred Fordwich Arms) in 2021, restoring the pub to its former glory. The menu concept created by Daniel & Natasha uses seasonal produce to support our local suppliers and to accommodate guests looking for a family friendly pub while highlighting the best British produce. Within 9 months of opening The Bridge Arms was also awarded a Michelin Star as well as being listed in the top 100 restaurant awards.

6. The Kings Arms

4.7

Exceptional(222)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Elham

Booked 10 times today

Situated in the sought after Elham Valley, this beautiful Grade II pub, The Kings Arms, has been restored to its royal glory in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III. With local ales and craft beers, a carefully curated wine list inclusive of some of the best of the Garden of England's wines on offer and Gastro pub food done to the very highest standard from our acclaimed award winning chefs, this historical pub will be the perfect centrepiece to this picturesque village.

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7. The Duke William Ickham

4.6

Exceptional(1751)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Canterbury

Booked 8 times today

Quintessential Kentish Pub set in the heart of the Garden of England serving beautiful, classic dishes created using the best local and seasonal produce the South of England has to offer. With Real Ales, Craft Beers, beautiful wines, a roaring fire and a beautiful garden in the summer, this is the perfect destination for traditional pub dining.To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@thedukewilliamickham.com or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

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8. Firepit Restaurant at The Cave

4.7

Exceptional(1109)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Canterbury

Booked 19 times today

The Firepit has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence in 2024 and The Cave Hotel & Golf Resort has been honored with the esteemed AA Breakfast Award for 2024.The Firepit is a contemporary, fine dining, sharing-plate experience. All the flavours of world cuisine meet and fuse in our indulgent, re-imagined menu. The smokey, barbecue aromas of the American west combine with the delicately spiced tastes of the far east to create ambitious dishes that excite the tastebuds and showcase the finest in global cooking. Our bold and indulgent sharing menu delivers experimental dishes which do not disappoint. Our inspiration is vibrant and relaxed with an edgy and sophisticated spirit.

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9. Street Kings Smoke Shack

4.2

Awesome(172)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Whitstable

Booked 1 time today

We use only the finest Angus Beef to create our Beef Brisket dish carefully select Pork for our Big Gig Ribs and Pulled Pork, our Smoking process is all done in-house using selected wood such as Hickory, Oak, Cherry and Apple, Our Signature Dish is The King a Platter big enough for 2 offering all our Bar.B.Q offerings on one platter, for every King we serve we feed a homeless personAlong side our American BBQ we also offer Caribbean Classics on Sundays including Jerk Chicken & Pork, Beef Stew, Curry Chicken with Rice & Peas.We are a small family resturant serving good honest food, no pretentiousness here. We just want to connect people through great food, we feel that Love and Passion is our most important ingredient.Executive Chef & Founder Antonio De Sousa and Head Chef Jordan French are bringing the Best Bar.B.Q in Whitstable awarded by Restaurant Guru. We are across the road from Co-Op Our Resturant is a 16 seater playing Rythm and Blues with cosy and friendly enviroment.

10. Lazy Lobster

4.7

Exceptional(36)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Whitstable

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Lazy Lobster, Whitstable's brand new seafood haven, nestled in a 19th century pub. We offer fresh and seasonal dishes, an exciting wine list and a fully stocked bar. We specialise in seasonal dishes, proper pints and fine wines. All served in the brilliant town of Whitstable and we look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Ross
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Both the food and service were fantastic. I especially loved the oysters (1 of each), it's difficult to decide which was my favourite. The roast beef melted in your mouth and the profiterole was the perfect ending. We all needed a good walk afterwards.
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The Bridge ArmsPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Canterbury
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4.8
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KatieVIP
London •113 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of the best value Michelin star dining experiences in the South of England, we love it here. We had the festive tasting menu and every dish was a banger once again (although the turbot was slightly over but we didn’t care, we were loving life with their very generous wine pairing pours). The trout, suckling pig and chocolate orange were my highlights this time. We will be back for our third visit very soon.
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The Fordwich Arms RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Gastro Pub• Canterbury
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4.8
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Gary
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The lift was fun. We were seated in a big sofa facing the window with an incredible view of the Cathedral and the rooftops of Canterbury. The waitress asked if we wanted the children's menu, but we said "no thank you" and we ordered our food and drinks from the brunch menu. Abby's burger was so big she could hardly hold it let alone eat it, but she managed it. Hazel and Poppy's fish and chips were so big it probably broke EU fishing quota regulations. We all loved the food , the staff were brilliant and all agreed that the assistant manager was the best looking in Canterbury. We all want to come again. From twins Abby and Hazel and cousin Poppy (All aged 10)
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Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Canterbury
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4.3
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ROY
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 Nov 2024
Great place to go and dogs are very welcome Recommend, food was very good
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Thomas BecketPrice: Moderate• Pub• Canterbury
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4.1
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JamieD
Kent •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Mar 2022
Such nice food we got a few starters to share between us and the dirty fries, the popcorn squid was insane too. Cannot wait to come for a meal on the main bit
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The Drapers ArmsPrice: Moderate• Asian• Canterbury
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3.7

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thomas Becket

2. Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

3. The Drapers Arms

4. The Fordwich Arms Restaurant

5. The Bridge Arms

6. The Kings Arms

7. The Duke William Ickham

8. Firepit Restaurant at The Cave

9. Street Kings Smoke Shack

10. Lazy Lobster

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