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Samphire

4.3
4.3
312 Reviews
£25 and under
British
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch


Samphire is firmly established in the heart of Whitstable, offering modern British food in a relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is open for brunch, lunch and supper, all prepared with produce sourced from well-respected local farms, fishermen, gamekeeper and foragers.


Changing, seasonally-based menus also carry creative vegetarian options, as well as the speciality breads, chutneys and preserves made in house.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    BRUNCH Monday to Friday from 10.00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday & Sunday from 08.30am LUNCH Monday to Saturday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm DINNER Monday to Thursday, and Sunday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01227 770075
  • Payment Options
    Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Shane Martin
  • Catering
    Please contact George to discuss your requirements,Samphire can cater for off-site functions of any type and size.
  • Private party facilities
    Samphire is available for parties and private hire
  • Private party contact
    George Lister: 01227 770075
  • Neighbourhood
    Canterbury
  • Parking details
    Keam's Yard car park is situated 50 metres from the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop 30 metres away.
  • Entertainment
    Taster menus and wine nights with Clive Barlow MW Please call for details.
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3Value

NoiseModerate

312 Reviews
  1. VioletM

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Reviewed on February 20, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Lovely for special occasions..good service and helpfully staff

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Kent

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Reviewed on August 5, 2018

    1. Overall 1
    Service was very bad and we waited a long time for our food, we didn't order anything special it was food of day but it took forever for our food to arrive. Don't go to this place.

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  3. Samjr1988

    Gloucestershire

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have visited before and were really pleased to be able to get a table again. One of our party was running late and so we scanned the menu in so he could choose as the kitchen was nearly closing! They were extremely helpful and accommodated our changes. A fantastic meal, excellent customer service and we thoroughly recommend a visit. Thank you

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  4. MarkD

    London

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Great, service, Great atmosphere. Excellent Value for money. What else is there to say?

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening meal, great choice on the menu. The staff were attentive, the ambience perfect for a seaside town

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  6. Camillaw

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 19, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely evening. The fish of the day and the seam bream were absolutely delicious.

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  7. AndyD

    Kent

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food ,very disappointed with the portion size relative to price !

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  8. NataleS

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely meal. The staff were really attentive and the food was fresh and tasty. I liked that it had an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients.

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  9. TommyS

    London

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the food and ambiance here. They were friendly and delivered efficient service. Most importantly the food and drink was of an excellent quality. Would recommend.

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  10. EmilyG

    Kent

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favourite place to eat, with friendly staff. Menu changes often to supply the best tastes to all. Normally busy, book in advance, and be happy to squeeze up close! We love you Samphire.

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Samphire is rated 4.3 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Samphire

Samphire 4 High Street, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1BQ

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Canterbury
  • Hours of Operation
    BRUNCH Monday to Friday from 10.00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday & Sunday from 08.30am LUNCH Monday to Saturday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm DINNER Monday to Thursday, and Sunday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Keam's Yard car park is situated 50 metres from the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop 30 metres away.
  • Payment Options
    Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Shane Martin
  • Entertainment
    Taster menus and wine nights with Clive Barlow MW Please call for details.
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01227 770075
  • Catering
    Please contact George to discuss your requirements,Samphire can cater for off-site functions of any type and size.
  • Private party facilities
    Samphire is available for parties and private hire
  • Private party contact
    George Lister: 01227 770075
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