Top Places and Services in Acol, Kent
Zara's Cafe
75 Station Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9RE, UK | Cafe P: 07973 535250
Rating: 4.9 (121) Price Level:
Had a delicious breakfast in a friendly cafe with great customer service. Would 100% recommend for both the quality food and travel advice if needed, thank you
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a real treat of a café. Zara and her partner are so friendly and welcoming. The coffee is great and the food is yum, real homemade treats. We have been going for years with my aunt, but hadn't been in ages, however Zara remembered me and as usual had a lovely warm welcome. It's one of my favourite places in Birchington.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place, called in for breakfast this morning, so nice, we went back for a roast dinner this afternoon ! friendly service, good food served nice and hot (and on a hot plate) at a reasonable price. will definitely call again. well done ladies.
Rating: 5 / 5
To be honest, I read the reviews first before deciding to have my mid-morning breakfast during my one-night stay in Birchington. This little place is a gem! The lady who served me was ever so welcoming - I felt completely at ease! She seems to know all her customers by name and I was delighted to be part of such a warm atmosphere. My breakfast was perfect - I should have had second helpings! I highly recommend Zara's!
Rating: 5 / 5
Proper English cafe, real tea proper food lovely service, feels like walking into a family home in the respect that everyone seems to be on first name terms! I had Breakfast No 2 with Scrambled Eggs and extra toast on the side! Went there with my best friend who knew everyone there! If you're looking for delicious food served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with ample on street parking, this is the place for you! Popular with locals, and visitors like me alike!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Co-op Food - 78-80 Birchington - Station Road - 36m away
- Birchington United Services Club - 49m away
- Medivet Birchington - Eagle Vets - 60m away
- Harbour Bakery Driftwood Cafe - 37m away
- The Tandoori Nite - 38m away
Quince
39 Station Rd, Westgate-on-Sea CT8 8QY, UK | Restaurant P: 01843 833864
Rating: 4.8 (123) Price Level:
Had an excellent dinner here and was super impressed with the quality of food and service! Came for a birthday and staff couldn't do enough to make it special. Steak was cooked to perfection. Also had a great range of local beer and wines
Rating: 5 / 5
A lovely evening at Quince with friends. Staff were attentive but also gave us time to order, chat and enjoy the afternoon without being interrupted lots. My stomach is absolutely full and those charred vegetables I could eat everyday. Thank you for all your hard work and care - we will definitely be back soon. Excellent value for money.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful food, classy surroundings and ‘just right’ service. It’s a really warm, friendly restaurant. Had a lovely dinner with my extremely well travelled son and he was very impressed! Especially with the red bottle!! Venison was gorgeous too!
Rating: 5 / 5
We’re here on holiday and our friends recommended Quince. The staff were so accommodating when I requested a vegan meal, and my apparently many dislikes of others ingredients they suggested (I didn’t realise I didn’t like so much!)! The food was absolutely amazing and the staff were so welcoming, friendly and knowledgable! I’d say the price is completely fair for the quality and size of the portions! Would highly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
Quiet intimate restaurant. Due to dining early in the week, we dined with only two other couples but service was friendly. Enjoyed the Venison.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Restroom
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- SelectSpecs Optical Store - 8m away
- Carlton Cinema - 144m away
- Edwards - 65m away
- Paul's Bar & Bistro - 21m away
- Westgate Social Club - 89m away
Zara's Cafe
75 Station Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9RE, UK | Cafe P: 07973 535250
Rating: 4.9 (121) Price Level:
To be honest, I read the reviews first before deciding to have my mid-morning breakfast during my one-night stay in Birchington. This little place is a gem! The lady who served me was ever so welcoming - I felt completely at ease! She seems to know all her customers by name and I was delighted to be part of such a warm atmosphere. My breakfast was perfect - I should have had second helpings! I highly recommend Zara's!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place, called in for breakfast this morning, so nice, we went back for a roast dinner this afternoon ! friendly service, good food served nice and hot (and on a hot plate) at a reasonable price. will definitely call again. well done ladies.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a delicious breakfast in a friendly cafe with great customer service. Would 100% recommend for both the quality food and travel advice if needed, thank you
Rating: 5 / 5
Proper English cafe, real tea proper food lovely service, feels like walking into a family home in the respect that everyone seems to be on first name terms! I had Breakfast No 2 with Scrambled Eggs and extra toast on the side! Went there with my best friend who knew everyone there! If you're looking for delicious food served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with ample on street parking, this is the place for you! Popular with locals, and visitors like me alike!
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a real treat of a café. Zara and her partner are so friendly and welcoming. The coffee is great and the food is yum, real homemade treats. We have been going for years with my aunt, but hadn't been in ages, however Zara remembered me and as usual had a lovely warm welcome. It's one of my favourite places in Birchington.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Co-op Food - 78-80 Birchington - Station Road - 36m away
- Birchington United Services Club - 49m away
- Medivet Birchington - Eagle Vets - 60m away
- Harbour Bakery Driftwood Cafe - 37m away
- The Tandoori Nite - 38m away
ABY Electrical Services
20 Edward Dr, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9BY, UK | Electrician P: 07949 636949
Rating: 5 (1) Price Level:
Andy's friendly, turns up when he says he will, he's tidy, and he gets the job done with no fuss or bother. I'd happily recommend him.
Features:
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- King Ethelbert School - 433m away
Twin Energy Electrical Services
79 Beacon Rd, Broadstairs CT10 3DF, UK | Electrician P: 07596 284844
Rating: 5 (10) Price Level:
Top professionals who wired up my basement conversion with down lights and sockets and switches. Top job and highly recommend . Cheers Chris
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic service! Matthew did a full electrical inspection report for our property before carrying out some replacement & remedial works - including a new consumer unit. His knowledge about all things electric is staggering, and he works speedily and tidily. 100% recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
After seeing the works these guys completed for my daughter, I got them out to complete some work for myself. They supplied and changed all of the downlights in my home for more energy efficient ones. As well as this, we were having issues with ventilation in our bathroom creating damp issues. They investigated the problem and they were very quick and efficient in fixing the issues found and explained everything very clearly to me. Really friendly chaps and wouldn't hesitate to use them again 👍
Rating: 5 / 5
I had an issue with an electrical feed to our outside lighting and cabin. The guys came round sorted the problem and gave me a quote which was competitive. They then came round within a week and completed the new cabling. Quick, efficient, polite and cost effective. Thank you!
Rating: 5 / 5
Matthew and his brother wired up my shed to connect power. They fitted an outdoor socket as well as lighting all round. On a separate occasion they supplied and fitted colour changing LED strip and profiling around my bedroom. Overall they have been really professional, polite and produce high quality work. Highly recommend TwinEnergy and will be using their services again in the future.
Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Callis Grange Nursery and Infant School - 183m away
- Premier - 173m away
- St Peters Park - 347m away
- Thanet Wanderers RUFC - 386m away
- St.Peters-In-Thanet Church of England Junior School - 243m away
Cafe B
86 Station Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9RA, UK | Cafe P: 01843 446680
Rating: 4.8 (20) Price Level:
Lovely little place, we stopped off for two toasted sandwiches which came with a small salad and crisps and two lattes. Delicious and only £15, would recommend the cheese and ham toasties which come with cheddar and red Leicester.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a lovely little cafe the lady was so friendly and will be back highly recommend sausage and was bap really yummy
Rating: 5 / 5
Great food, friendly service and v good background music. Worth a visit.
Rating: 5 / 5
You’re always guaranteed a warm welcome at Café B, especially if you bring your best friend*. * dog
Rating: 5 / 5
Just had Sunday lunch superb . Enormous helping very tasty . We'll cooked . Followed by a lovely trifle and ginger cheese cake . Highly recommended. Plus very good music 🎶
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's Local - 37m away
- The Seaview Hotel & Bar - 40m away
- Birchington United Services Club - 60m away
- Christies Wine Bar & Bistro - 109m away
- The Tandoori Nite - 75m away
Joes Cafe and Bar
133 Minnis Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9NS, UK | Coffee Shop P: 01843 663474
Rating: 4.7 (99) Price Level:
An amazing atmosphere, fantastic food, great price for what you get. Clean and tidy, polite and friendly staff, well worth a visit
Rating: 5 / 5
Enjoyed a caramel latte with oat milk and toppings and a delicious salted caramel brownie to enjoy with it. Very tasty, great service and lovely place to visit. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very clean welcoming place . Very friendly staff top quality food . My breakfast was delicious highly recommended
Rating: 4 / 5
Dropped in for breakfast, warm greeting and order taken promptly. Food was hot and well cooked. Reasonable prices and nice atmosphere and decor. Slight gripe, the knives reminded me of those from school and the handle dug into the palm of my hand whilst cutting, invest in some better quality knives and forks. Would absolutely visit again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a light breakfast and drinks with a good friend, food nice and fresh, friendly atmosphere, did not feel rushed. Good selection of vegetarian /vegan options which is always good for me. Will definitely recommend.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Old Bay Alehouse - 9m away
- Kearns Hall - 62m away
- Twentieth Century B and B - 143m away
- Minnis Bay Beach - 410m away
- The Bay Fish Bar - 83m away
Seabells Fish & Chips
70 Station Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9RA, UK | Restaurant P: 01843 446560
Rating: 4.5 (184) Price Level:
Very nice service and food was lovely. First time here with relatives who live nearby I was visiting from London. Would recommend wish it was like this in London. Very kind staff
Rating: 5 / 5
The food was amazing ,just like my mum used to make will be coming back and started tell people about the food
Rating: 5 / 5
went for a meal on 10th June 2024, excellent friendly service and superb fish and chips, cannot recommend highly enough. Portion were very generous and waiter carefully arranged left over food in a cardboard container for us.
Rating: 5 / 5
Agree with the other five star reviews here. Fabulous fish and chips, very fresh, beautifully fried and large portions. Aside from the great food that you can eat in or out, we loved the really high quality paper bags; a pet hate are plastic bags, as they gather condensation and make the chips soggy! Not so here! We got lucky picking this takeaway. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
went to seabells today for some lunch with my 2 year old daughter and the staff were amazing, he gave her a drink on the house, he was very chatty to her and very professional and polite, food was lovely too . Defo recommend
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's Local - 24m away
- Birchington United Services Club - 19m away
- The Tandoori Nite - 25m away
- Co-op Food - 78-80 Birchington - Station Road - 77m away
- Medivet Birchington - Eagle Vets - 92m away
The Parlour
11-13 Minnis Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9SD, UK | Cafe P: 01843 841800
Rating: 4.6 (144) Price Level:
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
Lovely British lunch. Perfect if you are hungry. Dessert was lovely too.
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
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
Gorgeous family run home cooked food , never been disappointed, prefect servings all freshly cooked
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Christies Wine Bar & Bistro - 49m away
- Thanet Vets - 12m away
- Birchington-On-Sea Station - 78m away
- Birchington Auto Repairs Ltd-Station Garage - 40m away
- The Seaview Hotel & Bar - 108m away
The Parlour
11-13 Minnis Rd, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington CT7 9SD, UK | Cafe P: 01843 841800
Rating: 4.6 (144) Price Level:
Gorgeous family run home cooked food , never been disappointed, prefect servings all freshly cooked
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
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
Lovely British lunch. Perfect if you are hungry. Dessert was lovely too.
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.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Christies Wine Bar & Bistro - 49m away
- Thanet Vets - 12m away
- Birchington-On-Sea Station - 78m away
- Birchington Auto Repairs Ltd-Station Garage - 40m away
- The Seaview Hotel & Bar - 108m away