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29. Kumquat, Tunbridge Wells p83
30. hide and fox, Saltwood hideandfox. co. uk
FOOD + DRINK
produce-driven menus cooked over charcoal produced from a local woodland. Complete with superb bar snacks, great Sunday roasts and a thoughtful drinks list.
DINING HOTSPOTS 2026
24. The Lane, Deal thelanedeal. co. uk
Best known for its immersive afternoon tea experiences that are sure to be a hit with the youngest members of the family, The Lane is a wonderfully quirky, relaxed spot to dine when by the coast. Enjoy delicious cocktails, homemade burgers and fresh breakfasts.
25. Oad Street Food & Crafts, Borden oadstreetfoodandcrafts. com
Complete with its own gift shop and private outdoor dining pods for all manner of special occasions, this Borden hidden gem has gained a glowing reputation for its Instagrammable brunches, freshly prepared afternoon teas and mix of classic and contemporary dishes.
26. Pomus, Margate & Folkestone p118 pomus. co. uk
27. Marleys, Folkestone marleysfolkestone. co. uk
Perched in the heart of Folkestone’ s Creative Quarter, friendly neighbourhood bistro Marleys has been a local go-to since its opening in 2018. With a homely atmosphere and stylish decor, the restaurant is known best for its top-notch weekend brunches and considered dishes shaped by seasonality and local flavours.
28. The Drawing Room, Locksbottom thedrawingroomlocksbottom
Charming, locally loved tearoom serving up an array of freshly brewed coffee, teas and tipples alongside hearty breakfast and lunch dishes, scrumptious afternoon teas and homemade cakes and pancakes.
Kent’ s first two Michelin starred restaurant, Allister Barsby and Alice Bussi’ s exceptional dining experience is a testament to the pair’ s unwavering commitment to quality, provenance and beautifully pairing wines, served in their characterful Saltwood dining room.
31. Elite Pubs elitepubs. com
A fantastic pub group with an ethos rooted in family dining, Elite
Pubs’ wealth of venues located around Kent and East Sussex invite all to enjoy locally sourced food, quality wines and crafted cocktails. Try the characterful 16th-century country pub, Great House in Hawkhurst, or the wonderfully decorated Wishful Thinker in Lenham.
32. The Bull, Wrotham thebullhotel. com
Set within a stunning 14th-century inn, The Bull boasts a mouthwatering smokehouseinfluenced pub / restaurant menu that showcases traditional British fare finished with a flavoursome, contemporary spin, as well as an award-winning wine list.
33. Boys Hall, Ashford boys-hall. com
Characterful boutique restaurant and rooms serving exceptionally fresh breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as an fantastic all-day bar menu. The kitchen team here works closely with local farmers, butchers and fishmongers, and food is cooked over an Asado-style grill to bring brilliant flavour depth.
34. The Sportsman, Seasalter thesportsmanseasalter. co. uk
Holding a well-deserved Michelin star since 2008, Stephen Harris’ s The Sportsman is a true Kentish dining gem. Situated on the sweeping shores of Seasalter, the pub’ s surrounding landscape dictates the menus which feature both longloved recipes and new takes.
35. The Bridge Arms, Bridge bridgearms. co. uk
Warm and relaxed gastropub helmed by Elliot Hewitt and head chef David Gadd serving up excellent,
36. THE PIG- at Bridge Place, Bridge p88 thepighotel. com / at-bridge-place
37. Culpeper’ s Restaurant at Chilston Park Hotel, Lenham handpickedhotels. co. uk / chilstonpark / culpepers-restaurant
Housed in the historic Chilston Park’ s original dining room, complete with beautiful period features and wonderful garden views, Culpeper’ s serves vibrant seasonal dishes finished with the creative flair of head chef Ali Altuntas. Expect modern British plates inspired by local ingredients and an extensive wine list.
38. Bowleys at The Plough, Trottiscliffe bowleysrestaurant. com
Two AA-Rosette and Michelin-listed restaurant rooted in a deep respect for produce. Bowleys’ heralded kitchen garden, The Nursery, shapes superb seasonal dishes alongside exceptional ingredients from small-scale farmers and growers, while attentive service and a carefully sourced drinks list complete this refined dining experience by Alex and Grace Yates.
BOWLEYS AT THE PLOUGH
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