Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Kent

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Chef's Table

4.9

4.9 (59)

£41 and over

British

West Malling

About the restaurant

Nestled in the picturesque heart of West Malling, Kent. Welcome to Chefs Table, where every dish tells a story of passion, creativity, and excellence. Led by Chef Owner Bradley Redding, honored with a prestigious Michelin guide entry for 2024, we invite you on a gastronomic journey in our cosy 12 seater restaurant. From the freshest ingredients sourced locally to the innovative techniques mastered in our kitchen, each plate is a masterpiece crafted with precision and care. Experience the magic of culinary artistry and indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave an unforgettable mark on your palate.

Brunch: Thursday - Sunday 9.30am-1.30pm
Dinner: Thursday-Saturday 6pm-10pm

A-la-carte available Thursdays Only. Tasting menu available Friday & Saturday only

Top review

Anna

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Fantastic service, incredible food, unique setting. Perfect

Sotirio's Bar and Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2299)

£25 and under

International

Folkestone

About the restaurant

Sotirio’s Bar & Restaurant treats guests to a delicious menu of freshly cooked made to order food using only the finest ingredients.

We can cater for any dietary requirements and offer vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes on our tasty menu.

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Lisa

Dined 3 days ago

From our arrival we were made to feel so welcome, staff were so friendly and helpful and very professional. We ate from the festive menu - meat carved at the table, such a lovely touch! Everything was outstanding, really well cooked and delicious. We have been struggling to book for a Sunday lunch for a while and I can understand why it’s so booked up now! We will definitely be back - a fabulous dining experience.

The West House

4.9

4.9 (1390)

£41 and over

European

Biddenden

About the restaurant

Biddenden in Kent is home to a small, family-run restaurant. Housed in a 15th Century weaver's cottage, The West House Restaurant is one of only a few restaurants in Kent to hold a Michelin star.
The Good Food Guide said of this Kent restaurant... “Respondents continue in their enthusiasm for Graham Garrett’s cuisine: ‘great intensity of flavours, fabulous textures.’ as one reader put it."

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CatherineVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Another wonderful meal at the West House. I love that the service is spot on but also relaxed at the same time. The food was delicious as usual. Love this restaurant.

Bar Ingo

4.9

4.9 (23)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Broadstairs

About the restaurant

Bar Ingo | We always welcome walk-ins.
Restaurant | Small Plates | Great Wines
We are a chef led bar serving sharing & -small plates of deliciousness, incredible wines and Estrella Galicia on tap.
The seasonal menu is inspired by San Sebastian and southern Europe using the best produce that Kent has to offer.

Wine is a big part of what we do and with our small but ever changing list you can expect old world classics, Pet Nats, chilled reds and wines from the next generation vintners.

Bar Ingo is the third project from the father and son duo, Tomas & Rio, together they have created a comfortable, cosy and casual restaurant with a mix of regular table seating as well as kitchen counter seats where you are close to the action. Swing by for a glass of wine or stay and enjoy the whole menu!

We are located on the beautiful corner of 9 York Street and together with our amazing neighbours we are creating an amazing restaurant, cafe & retail destination here in Broadstairs.

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LISA

Dined 1 day ago

Just another fabulous visit here ! Always good when return visits never fail to pkease because the food is so amazing ..

Quince Westgate

4.9

4.9 (215)

£41 and over

British

Westgate-On-Sea

About the restaurant

Chefs Rafael Lopez & Ben Hughes opened a small intimate Bistro with flavour lead and produce driven food. Local farms are visited daily to gather ingredients to create dishes with. Fine dining in a relaxed dining room. Located on Westgate High street amongst other independent shops and a short walk from the sea front. The Restaurant features in both the Michelin Guide & the Good Food Guide, and is listed in the top 100 restaurants in the UK.

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Joanna

Dined 2 days ago

We booked the set lunch menu. Service & food were excellent, would be happy to return.

The Red Lion

4.8

4.8 (25)

£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 6 days ago

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 Poet at Matfield

4.8

4.8 (3034)

£26 to £40

British

Tunbridge Wells

About the restaurant

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams.

In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.

World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!

A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!

Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet.

Late cancellations - £20 per person.

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Liz

Dined 2 days ago

The service and food didn’t disappoint . The staff helped make our experience memorable. Having not visited for at least 3 years we do not intend to leave it as long before our next visit.

Stilebridge

4.7

4.7 (332)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Maidstone

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Stile Bridge, we have recently re-opened under new ownership and management following our sister restaurant "The Poet at Matfield".
We serve food lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, serving drinks & Bar snacks all day.
We source all our produce locally, finding inspiration from South America, Asia, South Africa and Europe to bring together a "New World" menu with Wines from across the earth to compliment your meal.

Top review

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, great service, will definitely be returning!

Bowleys at the Plough

4.8

4.8 (186)

£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.

Top review

Susan

Dined 4 days ago

Was a wonderful meal everything was to a very high standard. Nothing too much trouble, loved the homemade bread and tartlets the salted chocolate Lego bricks r to die for

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12 Course - British Isles Tasting Menu

Fish at 55

4.7

4.7 (1119)

£26 to £40

Fish

Rochester

About the restaurant

A modern and contemporary restaurant serving a diverse menu of fish, seafood, sushi and meat-based options too, as well and vegetarian and vegen options also.

Top review

Steven

Dined 5 days ago

Food was fabulous. Lovely decor and ambience. Excellent service

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