Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Kent

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best handcrafted cocktails in Kent? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Buenos Aires Nights Ashford

4.8

4.8 (401)

£26 to £40

Argentinean

Ashford

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Ashford town centre you will find an elegant and cosy ambience with the best meat from Argentina charcoal-grilled, and wines.

Top review

Kevin

Dined 6 days ago

superb as always. the steaks are sumptuous and the humita a must have, can't wait to go back

Cyprianis Locksbottom

4.7

4.7 (628)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Orpington

About the restaurant

Cyprianis (formerly known as Plaza Mediterranean Bar & Grill) was established in 1980 on a reputation of providing the best in authentic Mediterranean cuisine sourced from the finest, fresh ingredients from around the world.

Cyprianis Mediterranean Bar and grill has been created by Nick Constantine, a well known restaurateur around the Kent area. We offer 21 day dry aged steaks, we offer a fantastic set menu which is available Monday - Friday lunch time and Monday - Thursday dinner time.

Monday - Friday lunch: 2 courses £13.50, 3 courses £17.50
Monday - Thursday dinner: 2 courses £18.50, 3 courses £20.50
Always includes Black Angus aged rump steak.

Sundays are a family day at Cyprianis, we offer a set roast menu - 2 courses for £18.50, 3 courses £22.50 which includes our prime Black Angus rib of beef.

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Robert

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

The food was excellent and the service was impeccable

Victuals & Co

4.7

4.7 (968)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Deal

About the restaurant

We are a local, independent restaurant giving diners a touch of charm and elegance but also with a casual and inviting atmosphere. We strive to offer diners a friendly, accomplished service and, most importantly, an interesting high-quality menu using fresh locally sourced ingredients wherever practical and possible.

Vegetarian as well as fish and meat dishes are a standard feature on the menu. Kent’s farmers and growers feature strongly as our main suppliers of organic and free range poultry, meat and other fresh produce.

Kent vintages feature heavily on our wine list along with a wide selection of wines from around the globe.

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Jane

Dined 5 days ago

Bistro X is a real hiddden treasure in Deal. The food is incredibly good and very reasonably priced. It's a nice intimate restaurant and the service is relaxed and unobtrusive. They serve the best I have ever had cocktails and the wine list is exceptional. I can't fault this place it's, for quality and value it can't be beaten.

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4.7

4.7 (105)

£26 to £40

Caribbean

Margate

About the restaurant

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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Neil

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely wonderful. The food was greatand service was exceptional (I wanted extra hot sauce and it was provided proactively and in the bucket - No skimping at all).... I could not be happier with the evening and cannot wait to goo back.

Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar

4.5

4.5 (444)

£26 to £40

Indian

Tunbridge Wells

About the restaurant

Essence by Atul Kochhar has opened at The Pantiles this winter. The two time Micheline Star Chef has created a unique menu for this beautiful restaurant. Register your interest for events and news.

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Anne

Dined 1 day ago

The second time we have eaten here and just as good as the first. Rather than the set menu (which was excellent on our first visit), we ordered a la carte this time as it was a birthday treat. My monk fish was delicious and my husband had the seafood curry which he really enjoyed. Desserts were light and refreshing and my husband had a candle and mini dessert plate for his birthday which was a thoughtful touch. Excellent service too - just the right amount - it was not intrusive at all. The cocktails are amazing too! Perfect venue for a special occasion.

Sekkoya

4.4

4.4 (138)

£25 and under

Indian

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sekkoya! We are a casual Indian restaurant and bar located at The Riverside in Canterbury serving dishes that tell a story of our heritage, cities and family.

From street dishes like Keema Pau and Samosa Chaat found all over Indian cities to curries made from recipes that have been in our family for generations which we have enjoyed around our Mums dinner table growing up like her amazing Butter Chicken and Dum Biryani.

John, our in-house bar guru, has created a cocktail menu that takes you back to the hotel bars of colonial India, perfectly complimenting our food.

For bookings of groups larger than 8, please call the restaurant on 01227 286221 to make your booking.

Underground parking available on-site

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Lin

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Lovely restaurant with excellent staff, food, ambiance. I wear a hearing aid and can struggle in the noisy middle of restaurant seating, so they always respond to my request of a table at the edge and give us the lovely table near the window in corner where it is raised up. There are some outstanding dishes on the menu, corn ribs, chicken65, Kerala fish curry, biryani to name a few. Drinks are a little pricey, but food is reasonably priced for the quality. Friendly people, we’ll be back!

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Bluewater

4.3

4.3 (1223)

£25 and under

British

Dartford

About the restaurant

Bill's Bluewater restaurant, located in Bluewater's Wintergarden, is a calm oasis for shoppers to take a break and enjoy great food and service. The newly refurbished restaurant is perfect for a cosy dinner for two or catching up with friends. Packed full of colour and charm, with plush velvet accents and unique finds from Bill himself, Bill's Bluewater will take care of you all day and into the night, don't miss our enviable cocktail list!

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Alex

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

The service is really great and amazing food and drinks

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Experience

January Small Group Dining Menu

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Group Dining Menu

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Small Group Dining Menu

Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

4.3

4.3 (30)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers a truly exceptional dining experience in Canterbury, with its stylish atmosphere and stunning panoramic view of the iconic Canterbury Cathedral. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch or a relaxed evening meal, the restaurant’s seasonal, locally-sourced menu is designed to offer a flavourful journey that showcases the best of the region.

The highlight of the menu is undoubtedly the steak experience: succulent Sussex grass-fed, red breed beef steaks cooked to perfection, delivering an indulgent and unforgettable culinary moment.

For those in the mood for something more casual but equally enjoyable, Socialite’s bottomless brunch, creative cocktails, and live music make it the perfect destination for a fun day out or evening with friends. Expect the best in both food and atmosphere, and let Socialite take you on a gastronomic adventure while soaking in the beauty of Canterbury's skyline.

Top review

Riki

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic food. Service was impeccable and beautiful scenery

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Experience

Mixology | Cocktail Masterclass

Experience

Wednesday Steak Night

Citi Terrace

4.2

4.2 (500)

£25 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Welcome to Citi Terrace!

We are a unique and trendy restaurant, bar and lounge located in Canterbury, High Street. Our talented chefs have created a fusion menu with a twist, bringing you different tastes from around the world in every dish and for those with a sweet tooth, we bring you delicious desserts including cakes and ice cream.

Our executive drinks menu includes illy coffee and an array of cocktails prepared by our talented bartenders. To add to your experience, our outdoor Terrace is captivating and relaxing place to lounge and enjoy a shisha customised by you from our exclusive range of flavours. Join us at Citi Terrace for a truly memorable experience in Kent.

For bookings of groups larger than 15, you will be required to call the venue and also to confirm whether you will be dining with us and provide us with your pre-order.

Top review

Sabrina

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Great bottomless brunch for 10 of our friends. Being a birthday they made it extra special! Giving the birthday girl a sparkler. Ordering a special drink with her photo on it. Food was delicious. Plenty of drinks flowing. Great Service.

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The Hengist - Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

3.9

3.9 (114)

£26 to £40

Dining Bar

Aylesford

About the restaurant

Situated in the historic village of Aylesford, The Hengist is a modern restaurant and bar, a short walk from the river's edge.

The 16th Century building stands with original features, offering a perfect balance of elegance, heritage and modernity all surrounded by manicured gardens.

The Hengist offers a range of dining options including a casual dining option on the ground floor and two more formal dining rooms upstairs along with outside terrace dining in our gardens.

We offer seasonal 'a la carte and 'set' menus along with a 'Sunday lunch' menu. All of our dishes are freshly made to order with locally sourced ingredients.

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Skye

Dined on Jan 7, 2025

I’m still dreaming about my meal at the Hengist! Each bite was a delight, and the presentation just blew us away. Don’t miss out on trying their steaks! If you’re a foodie like me, you’ll love this place! The menu has a fantastic selection of dishes, and we loved everything we tried. We only had good comments about the food. I can’t wait to come back again! The menu offers a wide variety of options, and everything we tried was delicious. I especially loved the creative twists on classic dishes.

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Experience

Grill Wednesday & Thursday

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