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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Kent? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Côte Brasserie - Tunbridge Wells

4.7

4.7 (195)

£25 and under

French

Tunbridge Wells

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

Top review

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AndreeaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Booked for champagne event Cote arranged yesterday where we have been nicely treated with a show but also a free glass of most finest champagne a la Laurent Perrier. What a treat. Looking forward to more events to come. Merry Christmas!

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New Year's Eve Set Menu

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Festive three-course Set Menu

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La Casa Vecchia

4.6

4.6 (424)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Tunbridge Wells

About the restaurant

Located on the historic Pantiles, La Casa Vecchia and The Grey Lady provides Royal Tunbridge Wells with an authentic mediterranean dining experience. Family owned since 2005, we are a unique and independent restaurant. Among our more popular dishes are the parillada for two, Spanish fish stew, crab and chorizo tagliatelle, and Tunisian chicken.

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Anthony

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely meal with great service and attention to detail. Made to feel very welcome on a busy evening.

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4.6

4.6 (215)

£41 and over

Italian

Beckenham

About the restaurant

For nearly three decades, Pierluigi’s has been a culinary cornerstone, serving up the finest Italian cuisine. Overtime, the restaurant has undergone an evolution, maintaining its menu of superb freshly prepared dishes from traditional Italy, now with a modern sophisticated charm.

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Linda

Dined on 5 Dec 2024

This is a great, friendly restaurant with excellent food. I had linguine with salmon and creamy while wine sauce which was hot and excellent. I alo finished with a pannacotta with fresh raspberry coulis whic was perfect. Wines are excellent and love the olives. Great ambience whether I've been there lunchtime or evening. Worrh every penny.

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The Party Dinner

A photo of The Korean Cowgirl at Canterbury Riverside with Cheeky Ramen restaurant

The Korean Cowgirl at Canterbury Riverside with Cheeky Ramen

4.6

4.6 (593)

£26 to £40

Barbecue

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Our Korean Cowgirl comes back to Canterbury bigger and better than ever...

The Korean Cowgirl Riverside Canterbury Restaurant provides a unique blend of Texas and Asian culture and cuisine. Here at the Cowgirl we mean true low and slow smoked BBQ, cooked for hours over only real wood, no short cuts. Our Amazing wings and boneless bites are double fried for that crisp sensation. Come and experience western dining for yourself.

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Susan

Dined on 9 Dec 2024

Had a great evening the staff were friendly and helpful made us feel very welcome and made my daughters birthday extra special

A photo of The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar restaurant

The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

4.5

4.5 (1802)

£26 to £40

English

Hythe

About the restaurant

For Christmas bookings from 24th Nov - 25th Dec, please visit www.the-waterfront.co.uk/Christmas

Come and see why The Waterfront was a finalist in the Kent Restaurant of the Year Awards!

10ft from the Beach, The Waterfront is a swanky Restaurant & Cocktail Bar specialising in fresh, seasonal and local ingredients. Whether you are dining in with stunning sea views, sitting out on the sun terrace, enjoying cocktails at the bar, or a classic family Sunday roast, the Waterfront provides the ultimate fine-dining experience.

Live Music every Wednesday & Friday nights & Sunday Lunchtimes.

View all our events on the website https://www.the-waterfront.co.uk
Follow us in Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewaterfronthythe

To enquire about group bookings please email reservations@the-waterfront.co.uk

Inside the restaurant is accessible via stairs and the toilets are on the ground floor.
Our outside terrace is wheelchair accessible and the adjacent public toilet has wheelchair access.

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Paul

Dined 1 day ago

Thought the service was very good, food also very good, really friendly atmosphere. Need to lower the price of the Chapel Down, I pay approximately £140 per case, and that's brut, the one for £47 per bottle is very steep. But it won't stop us returning. Loved the place.

A photo of The Korean Cowgirl at Cave Hotel restaurant

The Korean Cowgirl at Cave Hotel

4.5

4.5 (1074)

£26 to £40

Fusion / Eclectic

Canterbury

About the restaurant

The Korean Cowgirl Restaurant provides a unique blend of Texas and Asian culture and cuisine. Here at the KCG we mean true low and slow smoked BBQ, cooked for hours over only real wood, no short cuts. Our Amazing wings and boneless bites are double fried for that crisp sensation.

Come and experience western dining for yourself.

Please note you are welcome to bring a celebration cake for your party, however we do not have any refrigerated storage for this. We do not provide any table decorations or balloons. You are most welcome to bring your own.

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Tracwy

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic food, very polite staff. Will be back!

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The Greek Meze - Sidcup

4.4

4.4 (359)

£25 and under

Greek

Sidcup

About the restaurant

At the Greek Meze 2, we pride ourselves on serving delicious home-style and traditional Greek cooked food with the finest ingredients by outstanding chefs bringing a slice of the Mediterranean. Embellished with vibrant traditional Greek decor and colours, with soothing music guaranteeing an exceptional experience and a taste of our real Greek culture.

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Samantha

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Nico and all the team are amazing. So attentive and super organised considering how busy it is. We love coming here. We had a great night Saturday and can’t wait to come back. Thanks guys xx

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2 Course Brunch with Bottomless Drinks £55pp

A photo of 2 Course Drunch with Bottomless Cocktails £65pp of a restaurant

2 Course Drunch with Bottomless Cocktails £65pp

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Whispering Angel Brunch with Bottomless Rose £75pp

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Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

4.3

4.3 (25)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Canterbury

About the restaurant

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.

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Rae

Dined 2 days ago

The starter of Portobello mushrooms were wonderful the coating was superb Had a good meal and would recommend it to friends

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Mixology | Cocktail Masterclass

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Wednesday Steak Night

Festive Set Menu

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The Ivy, Canterbury

4.3

4.3 (106)

£25 and under

British

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Located at the corner of The Parade & Rose Lane, just a stone's throw from the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the historic city centre, The Ivy Canterbury will feature a stylish bar, an inviting outdoor terrace, and an elegant private dining room. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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JEFF

Dined 2 days ago

Fabulous ambiance and Christmas vibe, wish you would train your bar staff how to poor champagne but on the whole a fabulous Christmas experience with friends

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Breakfast Set Menu

Festive Set Menu

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Boxing Day Brunch

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4.2

4.2 (498)

£25 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Welcome to Citi Terrace!

We are a unique and trendy restaurant, bar and lounge located in Canterbury, High Street. Our talented chefs have created a fusion menu with a twist, bringing you different tastes from around the world in every dish and for those with a sweet tooth, we bring you delicious desserts including cakes and ice cream.

Our executive drinks menu includes illy coffee and an array of cocktails prepared by our talented bartenders. To add to your experience, our outdoor Terrace is captivating and relaxing place to lounge and enjoy a shisha customised by you from our exclusive range of flavours. Join us at Citi Terrace for a truly memorable experience in Kent.

For bookings of groups larger than 15, you will be required to call the venue and also to confirm whether you will be dining with us and provide us with your pre-order.

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Donna

Dined on 27 Nov 2024

Fantastic service, delicious food, amazing value (just a little cold in the restaurant)

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Bottomless Brunch

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2 for 1 cocktails

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