Tartar Frigate

4.8

1165 Reviews

£25 and under

Seafood

Harbour Street, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1EU

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2 people

Apr 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

We are happy to welcome dogs into our bar area. The restaurant does not allow dogs except for service dogs. Please make us aware of any dogs you have with you upon booking. Please note, we only serve food in the Bar from 12-6 Monday to Saturdays (excluding Sundays when we exclusively serve food in our restaurant).
On Sundays we exclusively serve our 4 Course Sunday Roast Menu and our set menu is available Monday-Thursday in our restaurant.
The Tartar Frigate is one of the only 18th century flint restaurants in Kent. Widely renowned as one of the best seafood restaurants in Kent, the harbor restaurant boasts stunning panoramic views over Viking Bay. You can take advantage of the extensive menu, which also includes mouth-watering traditional dishes from around the world.
Entertainment: Live Music Wed, Fri and Sundays in the Bar.
Please note - We have no baby changing facilities and no disabled toilets and no disabled access to the top floor restaurant due to the age of building.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, British
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Phone number
01843 862013
Website
http://www.tartarfrigate.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tom Chalklin

Location
Harbour Street, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1EU
Neighborhood
Broadstairs
Parking details
Street Parking
Entertainment
Live Music Wed, Fri and Sundays in the Bar Area.
Additional
Beer, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

What 1,165 people are saying

Tartar Frigate reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

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Kent
Best Overall
Kent
Best Service
Kent
Best Value
Kent
Great for live music
Kent
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tartar Frigate is a seaside gem in Broadstairs, famed for its "great atmosphere" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the "beautiful food" and "excellent value," especially the fresh seafood. With "friendly staff" and "lovely views" over the bay, it's a perfect spot for special occasions and leisurely meals.

1,165 Reviews

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Paula
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very welcoming. Friendly staff. Good food and service.
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Paul
Kent4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always spot on, location, food, and especially the service.
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Chris
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic dinner, lovely restaurant and staff. Super value.
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Arno
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of the greatest places to eat on Broadstairs ; the food is elaborate and the service is outstanding ; great atmosphere. Can only recommend, especially if you like fresh seafood.
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Chris
Kent1 review
4.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great restaurant, and lively friendly bar , however parking was a big issue, with charges of £3.00 per hour up to 10 pm in the Harbour car park
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Lavinia
Surrey1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was recommended to us and we weren’t disappointed! Excellent food, friendly & attentive service, and with a sea view on a glorious day. Perfect!
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Sharon
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great food. The menu was very good and the waiters were very attentive.
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Glen
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I love the tartar frigate. Beautiful food great service. Ticked every box ♥️
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NooNooBelle VIP
London14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the Tartar frigate. Old school charm, the nicest staff who give you such a warm welcome. The food is comforting and excellent value, with a good wine list and beautiful views. See you all again soon
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Annie
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great. People very friendly. Great service. Definitely will go back.
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Tartar Frigate is rated 4.8 stars by 1165 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Apr 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Harbour Street, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1EU

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Additional information

Neighborhood
Broadstairs
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tom Chalklin
Entertainment
Live Music Wed, Fri and Sundays in the Bar Area.
Additional
Beer, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

Website
http://www.tartarfrigate.co.uk/
Phone number
01843 862013

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