Best Cafes in Kent, United Kingdom (2025) - Top 10 Rated!

Rating: 5 / 5

Me and a friend went in and had the special breakfast. Best ever. All I can say if you are hungry go in and try tge food it’s top quality all at reasonable prices. On top of that the service is first class and staff are friendly, fast and efficient. Place is spotless. Go see for yourself.

Rating: 5 / 5

I’m so glad my office moved to Ashford and this is now my fave place for lunch. The food is well prepared and tasty - some of the portions are huge. I always have the eggs royale which are impeccably cooked and the smoked salmon is beautifully flavoured and lean. It also does its own freshly squeezed orange juice, which goes down a treat.

Rating: 5 / 5

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Just had the best and biggest breakfast for a great price served by very lovely and happy lady's. Food was hot and fresh. Will definitely be back here to try some more of the menu. Thank you lady's, was the perfect treat after being away

Rating: 5 / 5

Very busy and well established cafe, all breakfast freshly made. Super friendly staff and great service.

Rating: 5 / 5

Having lived in the surrounding villages for a long time, and now moved to West Malling, I've driven past this place countless times. I’m aware that the premises have gone through a few variations over the years. I wasn’t sure what to expect, as I’d heard there were new owners who took over earlier this year. I was thinking it might have a pub/restaurant feel, but I was mistaken. This is not a pub at all, but a restaurant. Inside, it’s beautifully decorated. A lot of attention to detail and expense has clearly been put into the decoration, from the decor to the artwork. Chairs, tables—everything has been done to a high quality, giving it a sense of fine dining. This is enhanced by the exceptionally presented food and the excellent service provided by the staff. Moustapha, our main server, was excellent. The food was good and tasty and they have an excellently presented menu and wine list. The atmosphere was also wonderful, making it a great place for a date night. It stands out from other local places with its real restaurant feel.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had our first ever Christmas Day lunch at a restaurant at the Vineyard today. We had a lovely time. Louise and her team were very welcoming, professional and really looked after us. The food was excellent as was the service. The ambience was also lovely. We would definitely go there again for Christmas Day lunch and would recommend it. Thank you the Vineyard for making our Christmas Day lunch special.

Rating: 5 / 5

Service and atmosphere - outdoor seating - were fabulous. The sandwiches we enjoyed were tasty, very very tasty & substantial. What brands are the brown breads you use please ? Such a rich flavour and great bakes, we would love to buy these for home - but without all the trial, error & expense we would need to go through to match the ones you use!! Hubby loved his coffee and my glass of Malbec went down a treat lol Thank you and your cheery staff for our very enjoyable first late lunch with BAC !!

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely easily accessible and dog friendly cafe. Beautiful food. Variety of salads, cream teas, paninis, sandwiches, cakes, quiche etc. Some vegan and gluten free options too. Book a table to avoid disappointment!

Rating: 5 / 5

Any pub that is open smack on 11am gets five stars. Great pub with great history

Rating: 4 / 5

Update 2024 December Had the Christmas set menu which was fantastic, the traditional turkey was fine and portion size was huge, so don't eat anything before your meal. I personally thought it was couple of quid over priced. Don't get me wrong the food was good and service was out standing. The bar staff worked very hard so give them a good tip. UPDATE December 2023 Had our Christmas meal here. Great service and friendly staff. But to be honest personally I was disappointed with the mushroom soup, Christmas meal was good but could have been hotter. Still have a number of good range of real beers. Good range of draught beers, food and service excellent. Would have been nicer if the restaurant area had been warmer. Service in the normal bar area was sporadic.

Rating: 5 / 5

The pub is beautifully decorated for Christmas, with the log fire burning, very welcoming. Our meal was first class. The fish and chips was fresh and tasty. The beef and mash, and the chicken pie was also enjoyed by my friends. Hayley served us, nothing is too much trouble for her, assisted by a friendly young man in charge of the bar. A great way to spend a Monday evening! Looking forward to our next visit, that's Christmas Lunch with our MG Car club. Thank you.

Rating: 5 / 5

Took advantage of the take away roast dinner offering. Food was well packaged and hot. Portion sizes were perfect. Beef and lamb was good quality and a large variety of vegetables included. Would recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely staff and lovely venue to sit and watch the world go by. Great for four-legged friends as well. Always have a sausage roll and a drink whilst the dog has a ice cream. Can get very busy at times as it's a very popular place.

Rating: 5 / 5

what a fantastic location right next to the river and lock. really nice walks and actually quite picturesque. the cafe is small with good selection. great place to sit by the river and watch the world go by.

Rating: 5 / 5

A favourite place to walk to, have a coffee and chill. It’s a perfect location, friendly staff and high quality food. For such a tiny place they do amazingly well. I’ve introduced many people to this little gem. The dog biscuits are genius. My dog won’t walk past without joining the queue for her biscuit so our furry friends approve too!!

Rating: 5 / 5

Great place to visit for a snack and a hot drink whilst on a ride or walk. Recommend the hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows. A lot of building works have been completed recently so the area is looking fresh and welcoming with a new outside seating and canopy incase it’s raining. Thanks again for the great hospitality

Rating: 5 / 5

Gorgeous family run home cooked food , never been disappointed, prefect servings all freshly cooked

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautifully cooked Christmas lunch. As usual, the food was lovely, the fresh veg always goes down well, gravy is divine and roast pots, lush. Try the roast pork, it's divine.

Rating: 5 / 5

Dining at the Parlour is always a delightful experience, and even after 10 years, it remains as exceptional as ever. Kelly and her daughter manage the front of the house, while Glen, a seasoned chef with a history of working in top Kentish Pubs, including the Old Coach & Horses, The Compasses at Crundale, The Chapter Arms at Chartham Hatch, and the George at Newnham, runs the kitchen. It's a family-run business with a strong family ethos. Glen sources all food locally and prepares it with care. Years ago, he transformed an ice cream parlour into the charming venue it is today, complete with original 1930s artwork on the walls. The menu ranges from ice creams, coffee, and homemade cakes to wholesome dishes reminiscent of childhood favorites, catering to all tastes and budgets. The parlour, situated on the outskirts of Birchington's bustling high street, is a popular spot for both locals and visitors, offering limited roadside parking. After an extensive refurbishment, they've reopened, ready to welcome both new and returning patrons. On my recent visit from Canterbury with a friend, a former patron of the Old Coach & Horses, we hadn't booked, but they graciously accommodated us. I messaged Glen en-route. I savoured the Slow Roasted Belly of Pork with crispy crackling and apple puree, accompanied by roast potatoes and vegetables, all brought together with a rich gravy reduction that was simply divine. My friend opted for the Sausage and Mash with Mustard Gravy, which was also perfectly prepared with a flavourful onion gravy. To finish I had a dark truffle chocolate torte dessert with sprinkles of frozen raspberries, and a raspberry swirl ice-cream, it was delicious. As others have said you got to eat here if you want the best in Birchington in my humble opinion. Well done to Glen and the family for keeping up the best standards.

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited yesterday and it was a wonderful experience! The ladies are absolutely lovely and was so nice to be able to have a chat and them be happy to engage! The ice cream was delicious! So was the homemade tart! Thank you for a lovely service and we will be back again!

Rating: 5 / 5

Delicious food, excellent service and very clean and great atmosphere. Enjoyed my vegetarian breakfast very much.

Rating: 5 / 5

The pancakes were top restaurant quality and the breakfast was amazing, we could order exactly what we wanted and the portion sizes were generous. Milkshakes are as good if not better than five guys too 😋

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. We will definitely come back one day.

Rating: 5 / 5

Freshly cooked, nice food, Highly recommended 👍

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely cafe that serves a very good breakfast with totally fabulous coffee! Fast service, lovely clean cutlery ( no smears or water marks) and food was hot! Well done ladies will visit again soon! Highly recommended!

Rating: 5 / 5

This café is our go to Cafe in Ashford! It's the best in my opinion! It's always good food, the staff are always helpful, friendly and willing to meet any demands or expectations. Sometimes some of the crowds outside or people that come in can ruin the atmosphere but overall, I enjoy going to this well run and well priced cafe and see myself continuing to visit.

Rating: 4 / 5

Had a couple of all day breakfasts, well cooked and quick. Very nice.

Rating: 5 / 5

1st visit but won’t be the last. Clean with friendly staff & large menu. We had the Lighter breakfast which was just right size for those who aren’t a manual worker anymore 😅👍 & a great price too. A hidden gem although a lot of regulars have already found it.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food cooked to perfection. Staff attentive and friendly. Nice price and worth every penny 👍

Rating: 5 / 5

We came here today, a family of 5, for Sunday lunch which was absolutely delicious! Nice tender Roast beef, large Yorkshire pudding, Roast Potatoes and the veg was cooked perfectly. Plus you get a wonderful broccoli cheese. We could nor fault a thing and the staff are wonderful. We will certainly return.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely country pub in the gorgeous village of Adlington. Went in for a beer and had great time with the staff and locals. The warmest of warm welcomes. Great Shepherd Neame beer too. We didn’t eat but it smelled lovely.

Rating: 5 / 5

We used to go to the Walnut Tree a lot before it changed hands and due to a number of things hadn’t been back. We decided to have Sunday lunch there and called them to ask if they could do it as takeaway and they happily agreed. My daughter collected it and we were very surprised as it was well packed and still hot. We decided on beef and we were each given 2 large, thick slices which were lovely…..nice and succulent. We also had roast potatoes, broccoli cheese, peas, carrots, green beans, broccoli spears, a big homemade Yorkshire, stuffing and lovely gravy. For pudding we had sticky toffee pudding and custard. It was really delicious…..large portions…..we will definitely be back. Well done to the new owners…..the food was worth every penny……

Rating: 4 / 5

My husband and I went out for a lunch date, staff were very polite and friendly and had a good knowledge of specials and the food served generally. Had a steak that you cook yourself at the table it was a fun experience something different and tasty. Very good value for money they offer a good range of meals at a budget price and starter and main deals for £12. Beautiful pub, has great outside space with a play area for children, look forward to visiting in the summer with the children