Best Cafes in Aylesford, Kent (2025)

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Top-Rated Cafes & Coffee Shops in Aylesford, Kent

Alim-Et

753-757 London Rd, East Malling, Aylesford ME20 6DE, UK

4.5 (958 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01732 324444

This is one of the best restaurants in the area. It is super clean first of all they are so friendly and welcoming it’s really nice to see that. The food is fresh and amazing the decor is modern and I just can’t fault this place. The meals are slightly pricy compared to a restaurant chain, but this is Turkish fresh food and worth every penny! The portions are brilliant I couldn’t finish mine so I was able to take it home :)

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great tasting food. I have eaten here many times and have never had a bad meal!

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Overall everything was so good, food was very tasty and portions are huge. Service was so quick and the server lady was so nice. Friendly environment definitely will come again

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Nice Turkish restaurant with friendly waitresses, lovely atmosphere / ambience and nice experience. The drinks were nice and tasted good. The food..... from the starter to main meals had platter options that are literally too much to finish at a sitting 😅. The Nan / Bread served with the starter was hot, succulent & delicious even without the cream. The seafood & meat grills that came with the main meals were well spiced and tasted really delicious too. *They have vegan options. Was a a good experience overall and strongly recommend 👌

Anonymous - 12 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We have now gone to Alim-et about 5 times now. Each time has been amazing! The service is incredible, you are seen to straight away, any questions you have the servers answer happily. The food is incredible as well, I can go on and on about how great the food is, especially the hummus (best I have ever had), but it is the service that keeps us coming back. This is an incredible restaurant with amazing food and top tier service. We will keep coming back!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Morrisons - 149m away
  • Subway - 146m away
  • Stratstone MINI Maidstone - 50m away
  • Wealden Hall - 71m away
  • Ace MOT & Clutch Centre - 45m away
The Hengist Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

7-9 High St, Aylesford ME20 7AX, UK

4.2 (1,006 reviews)
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P: 01622 947930

The perfect bank holiday - bottomless brunch. Couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend the bank holiday! Incredible food, amazing drinks and the perfect staff. So attentive. There was live music which was brilliant! Couldn’t recommend the Hengist more!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best breakfast I've had in a while and will be back again soon. Really good vegan breako. Was a little cold in there though and no vegan butter but overall, really impressed. First time visiting since reopening and we'll visiting again soon.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing place, beautiful food, atmosphere is stunning and the staff are so friendly. Definitely be back.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

After waiting around 10 years to visit we were blown away by this venue. The owner and staff were excellent and couldn’t make us more welcome. Loved the ambience and best cocktails I have ever had. More importantly the Sunday Roast was amazing - 10 out of 10 guys you’ll be seeing a lot more of us. Linda & Nigel xx

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • AVCC - 152m away
  • Little Gem - 38m away
  • Aylesford Bridge - 124m away
  • Aylesford Football Club - 195m away
  • The Bush - 109m away
Bricklayers Arms

440 New Hythe Ln, Aylesford ME20 6SA, UK

4.2 (119 reviews)
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P: 01622 717270

I thought an Indian restaurant in an old style pub was a weird combination, that was until I had the pleasure of laying eyes on a boss wrap. What a combination, will bring a tear to the eye of any man, woman or child. I feel sorrow for people that have not had one and jealousy for someone about to have their first. The pub will also show the sport if you ask nicely enough, and provide drinks at a very reasonable place. What's not to like!!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Fantastic band and a great evening. Lovely bar staff and made friends with other punters. Good times!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great pub friendly atmosphere 👍

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Watching Sports
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Euro Car Parts - 417m away
  • Pineapple Contracts - 372m away
  • Stapletons Tyre Services - 478m away
  • Fowler Welch - 389m away
  • All Saints Aylesford - 433m away
Cafe Plaza

17 Martin Square, Aylesford ME20 6QL, UK

4.2 (223 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01732 841102

Not a bad little cafe, staff attentive and polite, food of average quality served nice and hot. Good prices

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, friendly welcome, cheap prices, and a lovely cafe atmosphere. Nothing not to like.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

First time visiting this cafe, firstly it’s cash only so I suggest getting some money out before you get there , there is a cash machine next door but charges 1.99. We ordered two breakfast and two cokes , the food was nice and hot, good portion sizes , would definitely return

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good, quick spotlessly clean friendly cafe. It's in a parade of shops right next to a car park so space to park. It opens at 07:30 during the week. Food wise it does the usual all day breakfasts. But also does burgers, sandwiches, meat balls, panini's, and salads. It's waitress service and they were polite and efficient. Food arrived quickly too. Cards are not accepted so make sure you have cash with you. If you don't there is cash machine in the parade of shops opposite.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Morrisons - 137m away
  • Tesco Esso Express - 258m away
  • Subway - 355m away
  • B&Q Aylesford (Larkfield) - 205m away
  • Paydens Ltd - 49m away
Mickey's Diner

Old Chatham Rd, Blue Bell Hill, Aylesford ME20 7EZ, UK

4.2 (1,318 reviews)
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P: 01634 682928

Highly recommended. This was our first visit, for breakfast, the diner was spotlessly clean, the staff were friendly and the food arrived quickly and piping hot. Really good value and one of the best restaurant veggie breakfasts my Husband has had.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

I had a beautiful veggie breakfast here before a long trip back up north. Very friendly staff and lovely diner decor.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

So we visited this diner for the first time today, on arrival we were greeted by a friendly member of staff who advised us to sit where we wanted. We ordered a breakfast and a bacon cheeseburger and chips, the foot turned up in a timely manner and was tasty and not greasy at all, we had two can of drink, which I though where a little over priced £1.80 each, Overall would definitely come back, the staff where friendly the service was good and the deco was pleasant , Well done mickeys diner

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • 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
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Kit's Coty Megalithic Burial Chamber - 291m away
  • The Lower Bell - 139m away
  • Edenwood Place - 140m away
The Friars Tea room and Gift shop

The Friars, Aylesford ME20 7BX, UK

4.3 (219 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01622 717272

Very kind staff. There are not many options, but what is there is tasty! The ship is a lovely little gift shop with religious based gifts, books, etc. I come here for my advent candle! However, for a location with a physical link to St Simon Stock, they have nothing for him. No prayer magnet, no symbol for him or candle, no books, etc. Always strikes me as strange!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

For a coffee shop and cafeteria this is sensibly priced and good quality, friendly staff and calm and quite atmosphere.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Relaxing place for a snack on a tranquil day trip here at the friary. Some vegan options available: vegan Magnum, vegan sausage rolls.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 4 / 5

The Friars Tea Room at Aylesford Priory is a charming place for a tranquil respite. The ambiance is serene, offering lovely views of the priory grounds. The staff were welcoming, and the homemade cakes, freshly brewed tea, and hot chocolate were delicious. We regrettably missed the baked savory items due to our late arrival. While a bit pricey, it felt like a worthwhile contribution to the Priory's upkeep. A perfect spot to unwind and savor simple, high-quality refreshments in a beautiful setting. I highly recommend it!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Very lovely place to go for a walk and have a coffee. Food nothing crazy, but nothing else around.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Friars Aylesford Priory - 114m away
  • Aylesford Farmers Market - 162m away
  • Aylesford Pottery - 296m away
  • Castledene Transport - 443m away
Costa Coffee

Unit 3A, South Aylesford Retail Park, Quarry Wood, Aylesford ME20 7TP, UK

4.1 (548 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 0333 003 5883

Considering the crazy Xmas rush, staff seem to be handling things smoothly. Service isn't the fastest but order is correct every time which I appreciate. Thank you 😊

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited this branch today with my family. All the front staff are lovely, bubbly and efficient. We sat down and managed to spilled my husband's drink. Went and ask for help, Victoria managed to spot and helped me all the way for clearing my mess without any hesitation. Of course, I helped her as I can't just sit in one corner whilst she's cleaning the mess I made. She's amazing. She helped with passion, calmly and professionally. Thank you so much Victoria. You're an asset to this branch.

Anonymous - 4 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great service, the staff are well mannered and very polite and helpful too. The coffee is made well, tailored to how you like it and the food was good quality too, definitely a must to break any shopping trip up or to have five minutes gathering your thoughts!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lots of uncleared tables outside but then there was only 3 staff but even so should clear the tables you see first .Lovely peach tea I drank with a gingerbread biscuit.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Homebase - Maidstone Aylesford - 79m away
  • Sainsbury's - 348m away
  • South Aylesford Retail Park - 72m away
  • Halfords - Maidstone - 74m away
  • M&S Simply Food - 73m away
Fields at Aylesford

St Laurence Ave, Maidstone ME16 0ZP, UK

4.0 (2,872 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01622 683985

We decided to go here for our 23rd anniversary, we had not been here before and had heard mixed reviews. The atmosphere was very friendly and uplifting, the staff were very friendly and professional. I had the mixed grill as I saw it actually had a lamb chop included, most places give you chicken instead and for the first time that I can remember the steak was medium-rare as requested and not medium to well done that I have had elsewhere. Will definitely be revisiting here again 👌

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Our food was lovely, came nice and hot, mine would have been nice on a warmer plate as it was presented on a wooden board - I’d the chicken kebab, was scrumptious. When I booked online, I asked for the bar area, as it’s cosy there. On your website there’s nowhere to select ordinary chairs rather than high seats. Luckily we were able to move tables when one was available… the atmosphere was lovely as always. Subtle Christmas decorations and gentle music was lovely as were all of your staff.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, atmosphere, and service from our waitress Ruby. As a large group we appreciated being tucked away. Always have a good experience at Fields 🙂

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

All the staff were lovely, doing a fantastic job, really friendly. The food was fresh and well cooked/ presented. Bringing our dogs to family gatherings is very important to us, so being dog friendly is amazing. We all had a really nice time, including the kids and our fur babies. Thank you. And the bestest thank you to all the staff that worked over Christmas. Your amazing. Happy new year to you all Jeanette Stevens 😊

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Booking Xmas meal was excellent with everyone able to order themselves via a link. Lots of reminder communications too. Greeted on arrival and the table was set up nicely. All members of the team were friendly and helpful in what was a very busy afternoon. The food was delicious, especially the Apple & Cherry crumble. 10/10 will go back!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Premier Inn Maidstone (Allington) hotel - 422m away
  • Sir Thomas Wyatt Beefeater - 435m away
  • Kent Enviropower Ltd - 413m away
  • DFS Maidstone - 391m away
  • Baskerville’s Coffee House - 498m away
The Orchards Cafe

2 Little E, East Malling, West Malling ME19 6BH, UK

4.1 (36 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01732 523781

Called in for a coffee and chocolate snack during our regular 6 mile walk from Allington to East Malling and back. Friendly, clean and good value. Only open on weekdays.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A fine cafe providing a range of hot and cold food along with similar drinks. Service provided in friendly surroundings. Very tastey local apple juice well worth trying!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

An impromptu visit recently with my children but was unknowingly in the window between breakfast & lunch. The server was very helpful and made me a ham salad sandwich as after the walk from East Malling I didnt have much time. The Fresh loaves of bread on sale were great value & the selection of cakes very tempting Would recommend better signage on foot as I walked the whole way round following the road signs not realising it was in the middle of the buildings

Anonymous - 10 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Rode past a few years ago on way to Labour at the new EMRC site being built and thought it was for employees only. Discovered today whilst looking for a local cafe to take the partner and son for a quick bite, that it is open to public too, so thought we'd give it a try. Turned out to be a fantastic decision. Lovely spot with the friendliest staff you'll find anywhere. Food top notch and reasonably priced and best of all it's HOT. Plenty of space for meetings or a quiet bite, the staff having meetings are barely audible and very respectful of the surroundings even when sat one table over. It is clear the owners and managers of this establishment care about what they do. It's a whole package breakfast/lunch experience, lovely landscaped surroundings, wonderful food, and a service to match. You can access it on foot or by car, and is only a short distance from the nearest bus stop and train station. 5*s isn't enough. Will be coming back again VERY soon and I can't wait to visit when the orchards are in bloom.

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Not widely known that this great cafe is open to the public. Good food friendly staff. So close to Kent's renowned research orchards.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • NIAB East Malling - 109m away
  • The Orchards Events Venue - 48m away
  • POTTS | Kitchens & Bathrooms - 364m away
The Chequers Inn, Aylesford

The Chequers Inn, 63 High St, Aylesford ME20 7AY, UK

4.1 (597 reviews)
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P: 07885 144422

We have dined here a few times. Sadly a little while ago they suffered a devastating fire but have reopened again. The pub is an old building with plenty of character. The jewel in its crown is being located in the lovely village of Aylesford right next to the river Medway. Their outside area offers lovely views of the river and old bridge crossing. They have a good selection of beers, wines and spirits. IMO they have upped their game on the food front, most patrons were there to eat and we saw some very tasty meals passing by us. We are being healthy ATM so went for tuna nicoise salad. Our came a lovely tuna steak with new potatoes and a leafy salad with olives, tomato and onion. They have some vegetarian and vegan options on their menu too. Service is not quick but I would rather have fresh cooked good food than zapped, poor quality food. We also treated ourselves to a frozen strawberry daiquiri slushy, very nice on a warm day. There is a free car park a five minute walk away, no parking on the street outside. In summary, a nice meal, not rushed . Staff except one were friendly.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is a GEM. We walked from Rochester to Aylesford today on the Pilgrims Way. Got soaked. Were recommended this place at the Priory and had a superb end to our walk here. Amazing service. Think owners are new. Very friendly. Accommodated us even though they were busy on a Sunday. Food was superb. Amazing vegetarian Sunday roast. Good wine and awesome dessert. So overall, 5/5 for food. Service - so friendly and sincere. Waitress and the owner looked after us. We chatted and just had a nice cosy feel to the place. I really hope people disregard the previous reviews and give this place a chance. The new owners are lovely and the food was amazing. I left my handbag and scarf there by accident as I was putting my coats on and had a backpack with me. Bless them. They sent Harley running after us to the station (as we had chatted and they knew we were heading back to London) to give me my handbag. I’m so grateful for the hospitality and their kindness and effort. It’s such a nice feeling to have a glow in the heart that good people do still exist. Thank you guys so much for giving us such an awesome evening. A great end to a lovely day. I’ve been trying to call to say thank you but can’t get thru on the phone. I will be in Aylesford later in the month to do the next section of the Pilgrims Way. I will definitely pop in to say my thanks in person. Please keep up the amazing friend service and the good food.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely pub/restaurant. I ate there two evenings. The service was fantastic from all the staff I encountered. The food was cooked to perfection. The next time I visit The Friars I will happily take my evening meals with you again. Thank you and a happy and blessed Christmas to you all.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Watching Sports
  • Cocktails
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Aylesford Bridge - 60m away
  • The Hengist Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - 154m away
  • AVCC - 304m away
  • Aylesford Football Club - 341m away
  • Little Gem - 117m away

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