Diners' Choice: Vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Kent

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best vegetarian restaurants 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!

Number Nine Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (99)

£26 to £40

Country Kitchen

Ramsgate

About the restaurant

Where great taste feels at home. Nestled next to the walled courtyard, in the heart of Kent’s Garden of England, our number nine restaurant hosts generous feasts filled with the best seasonal, local food.

In England’s most beautiful corner, housed in a thoughtfully-converted old farm shed, this is the perfect place where everyone’s invited to relax and savour every moment.

Top review

Peace

Dined 1 day ago

We were the last table on a Sunday and they were very accommodating, attentive and the food was amazingg, lovely fresh and flavorful. Will deffo be returning.

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Experience

Celebrate New Year's Day with Brunch

Bowleys at the Plough

4.8

4.8 (188)

£41 and over

British

West Malling

About the restaurant

The Plough isn't your average countryside pub. Sitting on a quiet lane in a quintessentially English village, The Plough was set to be sold off the developers when 120 members of the community came together to invest, and save, their local. After its purchase and renovation, the Yates family took over the kitchen and opened the pub's small, but proud, restaurant, Bowleys.

Head Chef Alex Yates is still very early on in his career but though only in his early twenties, he has already spent two years in the kitchens at The Goring Hotel in London, as well as having gained experience with Rick Stein and even once cooking for the Queen.

Bowleys menus have a traditional feel and adhere to classic, English fare with a fine dining twist. There are several options to choose between including a tasting menu, set lunch, a la carte, brunch and Sunday lunch. The tasting menu is the jewel in Bowleys crown and consists of five courses, with an optional sixth.

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Naomi

Dined 2 days ago

Fabulous little find, fantastic food, great service, amazing wines. Will definitely be going back.

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Experience

12 Course - British Isles Tasting Menu

The Red Lion

4.8

4.8 (24)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Faversham

About the restaurant

Free house. Open every day. Gluten free kitchen (Coeliac UK accredited). Large patio and garden. Open fires in the winter. Dog friendly . Families welcome

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Deana

Dined on 16 Dec 2024

Excellent food and service and very friendly atmosphere. We ate there 4 out of 5 days during our stay in Kent and had something different from the menu every day. It was all delicious. The kitchen is 100% gluten free.

The Queens Inn

4.7

4.7 (563)

£25 and under

British

Cranbrook

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Queens Inn.
A stylish pub, restaurant and hotel with a wood-burning fireplace, as well as a beer garden, a deep history of smugglers and a Georgian ballroom.
Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are combined, expertly cooked and served in our stylish, yet welcoming surroundings. Our meals are our pride and joy. We have a passion for creating a complete dining experience. We take the time to prepare our food from wholesome produce for our guests - no fast food, no corner cutting and are confident you’ll find it well worth waiting for.
Our menus show flair and imagination; never sacrificing taste and satisfaction. Our chef is committed to supporting local businesses and produce: Moon’s Green, Wealden Smokery, Park Farm butchers, Maws Fine Foods-Hawkhurst, Bodiam ice-cream to name but a few.

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Hill

Dined 1 day ago

Food was good, staff attentive, ambience good, only thing we found disappointing was the desert menu, whatever happened to good old fashioned pudds, crumble, sticky toffee pudding etc, nothing on the menu that any of us fancied, but hey, saved the waist line!! Apart from that all good

Marleys

4.7

4.7 (262)

£41 and over

British

Folkestone

About the restaurant

Marleys was opened in 2018 by young local couple, Mark & Charly. It's a culmination of fresh, seasonal and local ingredients - served by the friendliest team, and truly produced with love, thought and care.

We serve lunch, dinner and weekend breakfast in a relaxed and cosy atmosphere.

We focus on 'British Comfort Food', with a little extra attention to detail. Casual Dining at it's best - in your little neighbourhood cafe-restaurant.

We take dinner bookings in the evenings - with breakfast and lunch being walk-in only.

Top review

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely restaurant in the creative quarter of Folkestone. Decor is lovely and staff were all friendly and helpful. Nice food. Recommended. Thank you.

Water Lane

4.7

4.7 (137)

£26 to £40

European

Hawkhurst

About the restaurant

Water Lane is a restaurant based within a working market garden in the High Weald of Kent. Guided by the seasons, our menu reflects its sense of place in the English countryside where we grow our own vegetables and use local suppliers. Our ever changing menu is simple but prepared with imagination and care by our Head Chef Jed Wrobel and his team.
The Good Food Guide 2023 describes us as 'A contender for one of the most charming eateries in Kent, it's pretty much impossible to resist the lure of this rural restaurant tucked away in a delightful walled garden...'
We are open Friday to Sunday 10am - 4.30pm, serving breakfast 10am to 11.30am and lunch 12pm - 3pm. We serve dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings between 6pm - 8.30pm. Our restaurant is currently located in the Carnation House glasshouse. We welcome well behaved dogs on a leash in our garden.

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SophieVIP

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

It’s my favourite place . I absolutely love it . The unique setting and delicious food are just perfect .

Colina at The Fort Road Hotel

4.6

4.6 (52)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Margate

About the restaurant

Located directly across from the Turner Gallery, in the heart of Margate. Colina is a fish-forward restaurant, highlighting great local ingredients, with dishes inspired by the sun-kissed Mediterranean.

With daily specials written on the blackboard and a range of smaller and larger seasonal plates, Colina has you covered for a light bite and a glass of wine, or a selection of plates to share.

Join us for a drink in our beautiful basement bar for a pre (or post!) dinner drink from Wednesday to Sunday.

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Paul

Dined 5 days ago

Any restaurant offering Christmas dinner is taking a gamble. Collina did it brilliantly good food and great service. Still smiling at 4pm. 👍

Kumquat Restaurant - Tunbridge Wells

4.6

4.6 (114)

£26 to £40

Asian

Tunbridge Wells

About the restaurant

At Kumquat, every dish is inspired by authentic Asian cuisine, crafted by Chef Patron Alex Boyd.
With nearly 30 years of experience in Michelin-starred restaurants and prestigious hotels in London and Hong Kong, Alex has worked with renowned chefs like Joel Robuchon and Pierre Koffman.
He earned two AA rosettes as Executive Chef at the 4 AA Red Starred Hotel St Ermin’s and led the kitchens at Mansion House, cooking for dignitaries, royalty, and world leaders.
Inspired by the flavours of Asia, Alex combines classical dishes with modern techniques to create a dynamic menu.
We source only the finest ingredients, and our selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, and beers complements the menu perfectly.
Whether you're enjoying a multi-course meal or a casual snack, Kumquat's vibrant yet elegant atmosphere is ideal for any occasion—whether dining with friends, family, or clients.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Eric

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

This restaurant was recommended to me for a work leaving bash. Every bit of food that arrived was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to for a return visit with the family.

Pho Canterbury

4.4

4.4 (249)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Canterbury

About the restaurant

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Healthy Vietnamese Street Food, serving phở noodle soup, heart-warming curries, delicious chicken wings, sharing spring rolls, and much more...

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Kate

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic food, always fresh and well cooked. Have been many times and never had a bad meal.

Carluccio's - Bluewater Kent

4.0

4 (593)

£26 to £40

Italian

Dartford

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love. Carluccio’s Restaurant in Bluewater, located in The Village is the perfect place to provide an escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy centre. Sit up at the bar and enjoy one of our exciting cocktails, lunch al fresco on our outdoor terrace or a cosy dinner in our intimate booths. Enjoy our exciting new menu, comfortable seating, beautiful décor and of course, excellent customer service.

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Paul

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Good prompt service on arrival. Quick service with drinks and food orders. Very nice food, hot snd well priced.

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Popular dish

Eggs & Mushrooms

Experience

Christmas Menu (Groups 6+ guests)

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