Best Cafes in Whitstable, Kent (2025)

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Top-Rated Cafes & Coffee Shops in Whitstable, Kent

Beach Cafe

3 Beach Walk, Whitstable CT5 2BP, UK

4.6 (357 reviews)
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P: 01227 282167

Great little place. Very friendly and great service. I had the American pancakes with streaky bacon and maple syrup. Normally this isn't too special but this was prepared very well. Ordered a cappuccino and it was surprisingly good too. Fair pricing and great food. I recommend for sure!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice cafe right by the beach. We had our breakfast here. A big and a regular English breakfast and tea.All very tasty especially the sausages.We sat outside watching the world go by. The staff even feed the dogs sausages.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A great start to our Sunday morning - super quick service, good coffee and tasty pancakes! Prices are reasonable and an excellent location.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is a must, if your looking for breakfast! Nice staff, dog friendly, good atmosphere, right next to the sea. The food was amazing, the English breakfast comes with tea or coffee included for only 12 Pounds. And you can NOT complain about the portion sizes here, if your hungry this is the place for you. Absolutely recommended.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Our first choice for a decent breakfast or lunch. Jake (dog) loves it too

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Hotel Continental - 48m away
  • Whitstable Swimming Pool - 80m away
  • Waterfront Bar and Venue - 24m away
  • Whitstable Castle & Gardens - 220m away
  • Harbour Market Whitstable - 277m away
HatHats Coffee South Quay Shed (Whitstable Harbour)

South Quay Shed, Harbour, Whitstable CT5 1AB, UK

4.5 (73 reviews)

P: 01227 204025

Had a great experience at The Hat Hats Coffee in Whitstable, located inside the food court on the first floor of South Quay. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and I was thrilled to find they serve OATLY, which is my go-to oat milk—something you don’t find everywhere. I’m not a fan of other plant milks, so this was a big plus. The coffee itself was excellent—strong, bold, and full of character. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very good coffee - for those with a sweet tooth (like me) there were plenty of flavoured syrups to choose from! Also frozen yoghurt specifically for our dog. Situated on the first floor of the South Quay development, with seats and armchairs giving views over the harbour. A really pleasant spot and highly recommended.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

So I didn’t actually know about HatHats until they started serving coffee onsite at my work in Discovery Park, when I first had one of their coffees I was so impressed, the coffee was SO good & the staff were so friendly, just a pleasant break away from the desk! They’ve now opened up a more permanent coffee shop within Discovery Park, which is brilliant, their sweet treats are always amazing (so good.. I took one home for my partner!) We then stumbled across them at Whitstable today, which was a pleasant surprise. Again, greeted by a lovely young lady and as always the coffee & sweet treats were amazing! HatHats really have got things right - seriously good coffee an extensive premium drinks menu, dairy alternatives (including Oatly oat milk), delicious food, lovely staff & we can’t wait to return next weekend - thank you! I definitely recommend a visit to any of their stores.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely coffee and friendly staff in a great location! Also a great idea to have the app that rewards regular customers. My only complaint is the music. It's way too loud early in the morning. It may be ok later in the day when there's lots of people around, and it becomes part of the general hubbub. But first thing in the morning I suspect customers want to just come in and chill (I do anyway) and not have to listen to a selection of 80s/90s bangers. Great that the South Quay Shed is dog friendly, too.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Harbour Market Whitstable - 59m away
  • The Harbour Garden - 18m away
  • The Lobster Shack - 212m away
  • East Quay Venue - 179m away
  • Gorrell Tank Car Park - 104m away
Garage Coffee Roasters

21a Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DB, UK

4.5 (146 reviews)

P: 01227 938396

The coffee in here is beautiful. Even let out an involuntary “ummmmm” on the first sip 🤣☕️👏🏻 Food is also nice, fresh and well prepared.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Sunday afternoon stop for a warm beverage and sweetness. The wife didn't drink as they had no soya although did offer oat and coconut as dairy alternatives. I had an oat milk hot chocolate plus a vegan brownie. All very tasty.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited in the early afternoon on a Sunday in late July. I bought an iced coffee from here and it was outstanding. The price was reasonable as I recall, just a shade more than £3. It wasn’t too busy when I visited. The service was prompt and friendly. I would happily return. Would be interested in trying some of their other, non-iced coffee offerings.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Whitstable Umbrella Community Support centre - 47m away
  • Whitstable Library - 63m away
  • The Fishslab Gallery - 36m away
  • The Peter Cushing - JD Wetherspoon - 44m away
  • The Rock Lodge - 25m away
Fable & Green

63 Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DA, UK

4.5 (61 reviews)

P: 01227 287615

This was my first visit to F&G (in a party of four) and it was really very pleasant. The venue has great decor, nice background music and was very comfortable. The staff were very welcoming, friendly and attentive, and all four of us really enjoyed our food. I would definitely return.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My friend and I had a Sunday Roast at this lovely restaurant in Whitstable. I had beef an my friend had chicken. Everything was cooked to perfection and was piping hot. Service was wonderful too. Finished off with a delicious carrot cake. Will definitely be back!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Wonderful place! I enjoyed a delicious omelette with pomme frites. However, the coffee was disappointing. Both my partner and I ordered cappuccinos, and we found the milk either tasted off or the coffee itself was a strange flavour. The drink was more like a milky latte with a little froth rather than a properly made cappuccino. On the bright side, the staff were friendly and made us feel welcome. I would recommend this spot for breakfast, but next time I will opt for a regular Americano.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The East Kent - Whitstable - 31m away
  • All Tyres & Wheels - 60m away
  • Co-op Food - Whitstable - Canterbury Rd - 107m away
  • Seven Seas Fish Bar - 137m away
  • Whitstable Town Football Club - 289m away
Lovely Jubbly Cafe

81 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable CT5 2AH, UK

4.4 (60 reviews)

P: 01227 263777

Great service, varied menu food was hot and fresh

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Nice little place. The food was good for most of us. For one of the breakfasts the eggs weren’t the best but apart from that it was lovely. My poppa loved it. *burp*

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely breakfast, highlight was the bacon. Fantastic service, clean and reasonable prices. Would highly recommend.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Core blimey Rodney!! What an amazing café! Food was great and having the only fools and horses theme was an added bonus, the all you can eat for £11 was great value, more places should be doing this. Found my new breakfast spot!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We went for the all you can eat breakfast and were pleased we did! Food was good, typical no frills fry-up and the service was excellent. The staff were so friendly and efficient. You could see they had lots of regular customers coming and going which is always a good sign. Didn't give 5 stars as the sausages let it down a little but thats just my personal preference. For a good value fry-up you can't go too wrong here 👍

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Mucini - 36m away
  • The Marine, an SLH Hotel - 163m away
  • Tankerton Slopes - 251m away
  • Carousel Fish Bar - 100m away
  • Whitstable Castle & Gardens - 464m away
Around The Clock, Whitstable

56a High St, Whitstable CT5 1BB, UK

4.4 (246 reviews)

P: 01227 277255

Accommodated a group of six with a dog and were very friendly, service was ok, but after having our meals, they didn't come back asking if we wanted more drinks or anything else. Food was good, but average and not especially hot, nothing to complain about, we've just had better. Price was reasonable.

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great cocktails! Even came with dry ice! Had such a great time, clean and friendly atmosphere. The food was great, all finished our meals. Waiters were very accommodating and happy to have a chat, thank you so much for a great meal

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is really great. It has a unique location, I think it was a bank. We sat in the garden Room and my wife had the fish finger sandwich, see photo and I had the pastrami. It was absolutely huge. It was really tasty and my wife loved hers. I would highly recommend.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really good food, very friendly staff. We sat in the garden which was lovely, dog friendly which is a plus, our dog was offered water and treats on arrival, staff could not do enough. I would highly recommend.

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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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sainsbury's Local - 45m away
  • Wheelers Oyster Bar - 136m away
  • Thai Orchid Whitstable - 81m away
  • Duke of Cumberland - 168m away
  • Samphire - 146m away
The Bubble

Beach Walk, Whitstable CT5 2BP, UK

4.4 (532 reviews)
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P: 01227 634748

We visited The Bubble this afternoon for lunch. Great atmosphere and beautiful views of the sea. We ordered a bacon sandwich, cheese & tomato sandwich and 2 brie and bacon toasties, with 4 drinks. All food was really tasty. The toasties came with a side salad garnish and a few crisps, whereas the sandwiches didn't. So I had to share my extras with my son. Staff were really attentive and friendly. Highly recommend a visit of you're on the area.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Awesome find. Small cafe, immaculate with sparkling clean toilets, beautifully decorated. Amazing views and a wonderful atmosphere. Lovely professional staff. It's possibly the best BLT I've ever had. Everything was delicious. There were 10 of us plus 2 dogs. A few ate outside. Couldn't be happier. Thanks to all the team. Great job.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Warm and welcoming. Fantastic food with views of the beach. Recommend the breakfast sandwich. Delicious!!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Great spot with wonderful sea views and few tables so in demand, but service slow and flustered, food ok but cost adds up. Excellent coffee tbh.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great location backed up by great service and food. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Recommended and will return, thank you

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
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Hotel Continental - 79m away
  • Whitstable Castle & Gardens - 153m away
  • Waterfront Bar and Venue - 149m away
  • Whitstable Swimming Pool - 200m away
  • The Street - 274m away
Café 89

93 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable CT5 2AJ, UK

4.4 (146 reviews)
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P: 01227 272133

What a surprising little cafe, it shares its space with curio shop “Polkadot”. Great welcome, space to sit amongst the curios. We had hot chocolate and a latte together with a toasted tea cake. Whilst relaxing we browsed the items around us, and found a couple of little “stocking fillers” for Christmas Well worth a visit.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Been here couple of times over the past weeks.Nice place to take a break,coffee is some of the best I have tasted locally would certainly recommend. Also has a nice selection of cards and gifts to browse.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

delicious cafe always kind staff. get a little biscoff with your coffee what’s better. please can you put a hook on the back of the door in the toilet !!! 🚽

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Wonderful little cafe! Delicious lemon cake, latte perfectly made by the lovely young lady. Highly recommended if visiting Tankerton.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Carousel Fish Bar - 34m away
  • The Marine, an SLH Hotel - 108m away
  • Mucini - 59m away
  • Flex Appeal - 59m away
  • Tankerton Slopes - 192m away

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