6 Best Historic Restaurants in Canterbury

6 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Ivy, Canterbury

4.2

Awesome(51)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Canterbury

Booked 137 times today

Located at the corner of The Parade & Rose Lane, just a stone’s throw from the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the historic city centre, The Ivy Canterbury will feature a stylish bar, an inviting outdoor terrace, and an elegant private dining room. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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2. Chapmans of Canterbury Ltd.

4.4

Awesome(495)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Canterbury

Booked 2 times today

Chapman’s Seafood Restaurant in Canterbury is located in the historic St. Dunstan’s area – a stone’s throw from the Westgate Towers Museum and Gardens and a two-minute stroll from Canterbury West train station. We offer an informal, welcoming atmosphere where good food and friendly customer service is standard, and our kitchen serves only the finest fresh fish sourced from the local area.Here at Chapmans we offer a wide menu starting our day with the breakfast menu to a set lunch menu and a la carte dinner menu.

3. The Drapers Arms

3.7

Very Good(15)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Canterbury

Located in a historic drapers shop in the heart of medieval Canterbury, The Drapers Arms is more than a traditional pub, welcoming you day and night all week through. Cold beers, wines and cocktails in a relaxed vibe sit alongside the best street food and asian infusion in the city. Upstairs our first-floor dining room features a large dining area its own separate toilet facilitys and opens up to a rooftop garden terrace overlooking Guildhall street. On our ground floor we have street side tables, the perfect place to while away the afternoon people watching. perfect for celebrating those special occasions & big events in style. watching

4. The Kings Arms

4.7

Exceptional(208)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Elham

Booked 10 times today

Situated in the sought after Elham Valley, this beautiful Grade II pub, The Kings Arms, has been restored to its royal glory in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III. With local ales and craft beers, a carefully curated wine list inclusive of some of the best of the Garden of England's wines on offer and Gastro pub food done to the very highest standard from our acclaimed award winning chefs, this historical pub will be the perfect centrepiece to this picturesque village.

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5. The Duke William Ickham

4.6

Exceptional(1749)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Canterbury

Booked 5 times today

Quintessential Kentish Pub set in the heart of the Garden of England serving beautiful, classic dishes created using the best local and seasonal produce the South of England has to offer. With Real Ales, Craft Beers, beautiful wines, a roaring fire and a beautiful garden in the summer, this is the perfect destination for traditional pub dining.To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@thedukewilliamickham.com or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

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6. Penny Theatre Canterbury

2.0

(0)

Price: Moderate

• British • Canterbury

The Penny Theatre is a classic, traditional and modern pub located in the historic city of Canterbury. We pride ourselves on offering delicious food, amazing drink, and unforgettable experiences. We are the perfect place to relax whether it's with friends or family, We have a huge range of premium lagers, cask ales, craft beers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our extensive wine list, cocktail sharers and superb coffee! Our food is all about sharers, tapas, our amazing subs, and burgers however you will find we offer the ‘usual suspects’ some pub classics and lighter dishes too! No matter your Cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ivy, Canterbury

2. Chapmans of Canterbury Ltd.

3. The Drapers Arms

4. The Kings Arms

5. The Duke William Ickham

6. Penny Theatre Canterbury

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