Make the most of your stay in Whitstable
Whether you're craving fresh seafood, international cuisines or gourmet delicacies, Whitstable's diverse and vibrant restaurant and pub scene has something for every palate and budget.
Enjoy exploring these local gems for a memorable dining experience!
Where to eat in Tankerton
Land and Sea Restaurant
One of our favorites. Its amazing for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
139D Tankerton Rd, Tankerton, Whitstable CT5 2AW,
01227 668098
Basil and Co Ristorante Italiano
Italian Cuisine produced, prepared and cooked with passion and with one simple aim: To make all guests feel like part of the family and walk away feeling like they have visited Kent's own slice of Italy.
101 Tankerton Rd, Tankerton, Whitstable CT5 2AJ,
01227 851476
Mucini Italian Restaurant
A lovely friendly family run restaurant serving great Italian food, they also do offers on certain evenings
1-3 St Annes Rd, Whitstable CT5 2DN,
01227 277726
The Marine Hotel
A nice all round menu with tables over-looking the seafront and a garden at the back
32-33 Marine Parade, Tankerton, Whitstable CT5 2BE,
01227 272672
The Royal Pub
Our local pub! Nice for a drink or a bite to eat with a sea view and only minutes away
64 Marine Parade, Whitstable CT5 2BB,
01227 272008
Jo Jo’s Restaurant
Casual seafront restaurant and garden serving Greek-influenced meze plates on a daily changing menu
2 Herne Bay Rd, Whitstable CT5 2LQ,
01227 274591
Bubble Cafe
Perched on the promenade just before you reach Whitstable. Eat in or take away to enjoy on the beach. Great for breakfast.
Beach Walk, Whitstable CT5 2BP,
01227 634748
Where to eat in Whitstable
Harbour St Tapas
Wonderful tapas and one of our favouites!
48 Harbour St, Whitstable CT5 1AQ,
01227 273373
Birdies French Restaurant
A lovely authentic little French seafood bistro with candles on the tables
41 Harbour St, Whitstable CT5 1AH,
01227 265337
Wheelers Oyster Bar
The oldest venue in town for fresh oysters! Takeaway counter and tiny quaint restaurant at the back
8 High St, Whitstable CT5 1BQ,
01227 273311
Samphire Restaurant
By day this is a relaxed venue for breakfast or lunch, by night it’s a proper restaurant with charm. It has a light and casual interior, with wood floors and tables, and an open kitchen that plunders the local area to create an appealing modern menu.
4 High St, Whitstable CT5 1BQ,
01227 770075
The Pearson’s Arms Pub & Restaurant
Cosy pub with upstairs restaurant tucked away on the seafront by the Whitstable Oyster Company. Has live music occasionally.
Horsebridge Rd, Whitstable CT5 1BT,
01227 773133
Lobster Shack
Everything from fish and chips to a lobster seafood platter served in a big heated shed and seating right on the beach amongst the oyster shells
THE EAST QUAY, Whitstable Harbour, Whitstable CT5 1AB,
01227 771923
East Kent Pub
Friendly local pub with great food and a garden with pizza oven out the back
Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DA,
01227 770773
The Neptune Pub
A great little pub and right on the beach!
Marine Terrace, Island Wall, Whitstable CT5 1EJ,
01227 272262
The Sportsman Restaurant
A relaxed Michelin star restaurant in Seasalter which is a short taxi ride from the Limes and well worth it! You need to book in advance.
Faversham Rd, Seasalter, Whitstable CT5 4BP,
01227 273370
Grain & Hearth Bakery and Cafe
An artisan bakery and cafe specialising in sourdough breads and viennoiserie in Whitstable town centre with a cute courtyard garden.
Rear Store, 50, 52 Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DG,
01227 263486
Windy Corner Stores & Cafe
Family friendly community cafe near the beach thats great for coffee, breakfast or lunch
110 Nelson Rd, Whitstable CT5 1DZ,
01227 771707
Things to check out
For events and inspiration on what to
do take a look at kentattractions.co.uk
Catch a sunset on the beach…
with some prosecco and pizza! They really are breathtaking, its a gorgeous way to spend a summer evening then head to the Royal pub for a cocktail on your way home!
Whitstable Harbour…
is a hive of activity with little beach hut stalls, places to eat and occasionally live music
Whitstable Castle & Gardens…
enjoy a walk in the gardens and a coffee at the cafe. There’s a play area for kids and sometimes bric-à-brac markets or seasonal events held in the grounds
Tower Hill, Whitstable Kent CT5 2BW
Umbrella Centre…
our community centre in the centre of Whitstable hosts farmers markets and bric-à-brac fairs some weekends
Umbrella Community Centre, St Mary's Parish Hall, Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DD
Reculver Towers and Roman Fort…
on the seafront just past Herne Bay is a short drive away with Hat Hats coffee shop and a kids playground next to it
Reculver Rd, Reculver, Herne Bay CT6 6SS
Standard Quay…
in Faversham has some eclectic shops, secret garden tea room, restaurant and bar. Get there by train from Whitstable.
Monks Granary Standard Quay, Faversham ME13 7BS,
01795 597616
Leeds Castle…
is about half an hours drive and is beautiful, it also has a great childrens adventure playground
Broomfield, Maidstone ME17 1PL
Wildwood Trust…
is a woodland discovery park in Herne, featuring over 50 species of native British animals such as deer, badgers, wild boar, wolves and brown bears plus a great kids playground.
Wealden Forest Park, Canterbury Road, Herne Common, Herne Bay CT6 7LQ
Mount Ephraim Gardens…
is a beautiful Edwardian terraced garden
Staple Street, Faversham ME13 9TX
Quex Park Activity Centre…
is a great family day out with petting animal experiences and creates seasonal events such as Elf Express at Christmas. There is also a Jungle Jims onsite.
Quex Park, Birchington CT7 0BH
Vineyards…
Kent has lots of them that offer tours / tastings and the wine is wonderful!
Westwell Wines…
approx 30 mins drive
The Vyneyarde, Westwell Lane, Charing TN27 0BW
www.westwellwines.com/products/tour-tasting
Chartham Vineyard…
approx 25 mins drive
Burnt House Farm, Station Road, Chartham CT4 7HU
Shepherd Neame Brewery Tours…
Take a look behind the scenes at Britain’s oldest brewer, learn how beer is made and take part in an expert-tutored tasting session
Faversham ME13 7AX