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BroadstairsMargateRamsgateSandwichWestgate-On-Sea

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BroadstairsMargateRamsgateSandwichWestgate-On-Sea

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20 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dukes

4.4

Awesome(30)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Margate

Booked 4 times today

Dukes is a characterful bar & bistro nestled at the heart of Margate’s historic Old Town. Serving refined French-inspired bistro classics including indulgent fish pie, locally sourced moules frites, fresh Provençale style salads & succulent signature burgers, alongside a lovingly considered selection of wines, Kentish beers, house cocktails & Champagne by the glass.Located just off the seafront, a short walk from Dreamland & the Turner Contemporary, amongst a peppering of charming boutiques, bars & restaurants, Dukes offers guests a relaxed moment of timeless escapism from the busy Market Place.In summer, the Garden Grill, with sprawling Mediterranean sun terrace, provides a peaceful oasis from the hustle and bustle of the Main Sands, serving crab frites, burgers, local draught beer and refreshing spritz.

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2. The Bull's Head

4.5

Awesome(20)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Margate

Booked 1 time today

Independent Public House in the heart of Margate Old Town - serving home cooked food, classic British and seasonal using local suppliers.We serve brunch, lunch and dinner, and on Sundays we serve sunday roast with all the trimmings.

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3. The George & Heart

4.5

Awesome(30)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Margate

Booked 7 times today

We serve a range of fresh produce from our kitchen, classic botanical cocktails, fine wines, and local craft beers at the bar. You can join us for a drink, grab a snack from our in-house menu, or dine with us in our lively restaurant.

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4. Colina at The Fort Road Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Margate

Booked 3 times today

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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5. Mullins Brasserie

4.7

Exceptional(102)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • Margate

Booked 2 times today

Mullins Brasserie is a unique and vibrant restaurant situated in the heart of Margate old town. Our head chef Antonio offers a menu inspired by his Bajan background with Caribbean and European influences. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, event or just out for the day/evening we can cater for you with a wide selection of choice and a great restaurant atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating available.

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6. Quince Westgate

4.9

Exceptional(217)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• British • Westgate-On-Sea

Booked 1 time today

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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7. Sète

4.4

Awesome(60)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Margate

Booked 3 times today

Sète (named after the coastal town in France) is a wine bar, shop, and kitchen. Our doors opened to the wine bar in October 2022 and the restaurant and garden in July 2023. The seasonal menu focuses on modern European cooking with a heavy French influence, highlighting the best produce Kent has to offer. Wine is certainly at the heart of what we love. With an ever evolving list that highlights old world classics, accessible natural wines, female winemakers and exciting next generation vintners. We also serve a seasonally changing list of wine on tap and host private tastings. Behind Sète is Natalia Ribbe who has worked across restaurants in Vienna, NYC and London, as well as the founder of the female collective; L.O.R. In the kitchen is Head Chef Billy Stock who joins us from The Rose Inn in Wickembraux, St. John, The Marksman and Rochelle at the ICA to name a few. Whether you’re a Cliftonville resident or a Margate day tripp

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8. Twenty Seven Harbour Street

4.8

Exceptional(143)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Broadstairs

Booked 1 time today

Twenty Seven Harbour Street is an independent, family run British Restaurant situated in Broadstairs, Kent overlooking Viking Bay. We specialise in a small plate menu of local, seasonal, fresh Kentish produce. We are open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Roasts are served on Sundays (excluding July & August).

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9. The St Mildreds Bay

4.6

Exceptional(657)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Westgate-On-Sea

Booked 6 times today

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10. The Dining Rooms at Albion House

4.3

Awesome(470)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Ramsgate

Booked 3 times today

Join Us for a Casual Bite, Cocktails, Brunch or Dinner.The Dining Rooms located in Albion House, right beside the sea in Ramsgate. The restaurant is composed of elegant Georgian rooms overlooking Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour and the impressive Mayors' Chamber which has a great, relaxed atmosphere.Our food philosophy is to buy the best you can find and prepare dishes in a simple and uncomplicated way. Our menus change regularly and reflect the ingredients which our suppliers feel are the best on offer on the day you visit us.

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Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Terrific welcome and excellent food and service - some very interesting choices on the menu.
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The George & HeartPrice: Moderate• British• Margate
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4.5
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Allison
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Had a Christmas lunch meal with colleagues . The food was excellent , quality , presentation , value for money all excellent. Restaurant was recommended by a friend , was really pleasantly surprised , have had lots of Caribbean island trips / food and this was exceptional. I would def. recommend and hope to be going again to mullins . The service was excellent , staff all really friendly and helpful.
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Mullins BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Caribbean• Margate
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4.7
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Karen
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Beautiful place , lovely atmosphere , great customer service , lovely Sunday roast today ..will be going back again and again . Thankyou Dukes ❤️
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DukesPrice: Expensive• French• Margate
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4.4
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Amber
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
A lovely cosy atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food!
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Colina at The Fort Road HotelPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Margate
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4.6
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Mandalay
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
Fabulous Sunday Roast & service our only problem was our table was right next to the door to the outside garden which was constantly being open With people going out for a cigarette, in future I’ll Book by calling & not using this apt as it doesn’t give you the option of where you would like your table ( if possible not by the back door ).
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The Bull's HeadPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Margate
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4.5

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