Top Places and Services in Bekesbourne, Kent

Café des Amis

95 St. Dunstans St, Canterbury CT2 8AA, UK | Mexican Restaurant
P: 01227 464390

Rating: 4.7 (1867) Price Level:

Friendly staff, fun decor and delicious food. First time visiting and am new to Mexican foods so the staff helped me understand the menu items better to make my choice. Went for the spinach leek and cheese tacos and they were so good and paired wonderfully with the beans and guac. Excited to return and try more!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, quick and friendly service with a cosy ambience. The Lamb Stew that I had was delicious and the accompanying salsa was fresh with the right amount of spice. Left feeling full and Happy!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great Mexican! Super yummy food & nice vibe. Been my fave spot for years while I lived in Canterbury. Came back 5 years later & it’s still the same great quality food, full of flavors. Funky art on the wall is for sale too! Thank you:)

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Cafe Des Amis is always a favourite place to go in Canterbury, the food is always good, service is prompt and the cocktails are so good. Definitely recommend booking as it can get really busy. I never walk away from here disappointed

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is the best meal I’ve had in Canterbury and I understand why this restaurant has lasted so long. It’s one of the busiest restaurants too so you do have to book (it was packed even on a dreary February weekday ). The decor is colourful and wonderfully eccentric. Every member of the staff was warm and friendly despite the fact that they were very busy. I ordered a chicken fajita which came with generous, fresh portions of everything and deliciously cooked chicken. It’s worth noting that although the menu shows fajita for two that can also do single portions on request (I nearly didn’t have one at all because I don’t know this). Other members in the party all complemented the food. Overall it was excellent and I strongly recommend it.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint - 36m away
  • The West Gate Inn - JD Wetherspoon - 47m away
  • Westgate Gardens - 128m away
  • Westgate Punts - 13m away
  • The Falstaff Hotel - 48m away

Cafe du Soleil

5 Pound Ln, Canterbury CT2 8AA, UK | Mediterranean Restaurant
P: 01227 479999

Rating: 4.6 (1441) Price Level:

We sat outside under the heaters and beside the stream. In spite of being the only ones outside the servers were responsive and attentive. The food was nice but did not blow us away. For the price we were very happy with our lunch.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went to Canterbury and found this lovely restaurant by the river. Sat outside and all I can say is wow. Special set menu Monday - Friday in the day, very reasonable for the quality. Had one of the best beef carpaccio’s I’ve eaten (best was in Paris) and then a cracking nduja/salami wood fired pizza that I only just finished… shame to waste amazing food. One of the nicest menu’s I’ve seen in a while… fancied everything. The service also gets a special mention (lady with the smile and braces) couldn’t have done more for us and you can tell they had been trained well. Highly recommend if you come to Canterbury… inside good vibes and good music. Best to book especially at weekends. Happy Eating :)

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a lovely time here. The lamb dish was our absolute favourite but the others were all very good as well. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to come back!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Got the Mushroom Fettuccine, a Gin Cocktail with elderflower and shared a sticky toffee pudding. The food was so good, with good portions that were not too large. The sticky toffee pudding was heavenly! The service and ambience were also excellent, our servers were quick to give us recommendations and were warm and friendly. Would definitely come back when we are in Canterbury again!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • North Lane Car Park - 26m away
  • Westgate Gardens - 238m away
  • Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint - 89m away
  • The Marlowe - 174m away
  • The West Gate Inn - JD Wetherspoon - 79m away

The Bridge Arms

53 High St, Bridge, Canterbury CT4 5LA, UK | Fine Dining Restaurant
P: 01227 286534

Rating: 4.5 (236) Price Level:

Staying in a nearby hotel for Christmas but had to come here as have heard so much about it. A few pubs in Bridge and this one seemed certainly very nice but typical of a good country pub. BUT tried only a bar snack and thought YES I get it. I want to come back and have a meal soon.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The locals must wonder what they did to deserve such a local restaurant. Serves exemplary one star cooking, with creative starters and generous meat sharing mains. Comfortable pub atmosphere.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a lovely lunch here. Michelin star very happy with everything. Staff we’re very attentive and made it very special.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The food was faultless - the crab starter was beautiful, my partner said the trout starter was the best trout he’d ever had and then the roast beef lunch was sensational. The young lady that served us was also lovely, so friendly and professional - refreshing. Would wholeheartedly recommend and this was my 234th Michelin meal so feel I can say that it was super! Credit to the team and a lovely pub setting

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Londis - 41m away
  • The Red Lion Inn - 133m away
  • The Pig - at Bridge Place - 407m away
  • Bridge & Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School - 237m away
  • Bridge Haven Care Home in Canterbury - 284m away

Kitch

4 St Peter's St, Canterbury CT1 2AT, UK | Brunch Restaurant
P: 01227 504983

Rating: 4.5 (549) Price Level:

Great little cafe/brunch spot. Had the Bacon Benedict with Avocado and freshly squeezed orange juice, which were both very good! All the staff were friendly and attentive. Overall, an enjoyable brunch and we’d definitely go again when visiting Canterbury.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Such a lovely cafe in Canterbury in city centre,the staff is really friendly and helpful..the food is delicious! They also have a lot of gf and vegan options,plenty of hot drinks as well as smoothies and veggie juices everything is freshly made! Highly recommended:)

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Kitch is a very nice place in Canterbury. We had super tasty brunch, delicious veggie juice and tea. (And some cake for take away.) The quality, the service was also really high level. If you are in Canterbury, I recommend to try something from the menu.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What an amazing gem this place is! Found it based on recommendations and so glad I got to try it on my visit to Canterbury. I got the veggie breakfast which has got to be up there with one of the best I’ve had. Special mention to the falafel balls and hummus. The ingredients were high quality and fresh and a lot of care and attention had gone into the breakfast. The coffee was lovely and it’s a great space with upstairs seating also available and if you’re lucky to get a window seat you can overlook the town.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice restaurant. It is at the same place as Kitch that offer normal brunch. You just need to ask for the Hungarian menu. We ordered one beef stew with nokedli and chicken paprika with rice. Both were delicious. We went there during lunch time. It was quite packed so it took a little long time to get the food. However, the food was lovely so it was worth the wait!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Marlowe - 99m away
  • Old Weavers House - 18m away
  • The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge - 89m away
  • Canterbury Historic River Tours - 25m away
  • Subway - 76m away

El Sol Tapas Bar & Restaurant

7-8 Sun St, Canterbury CT1 2HX, UK | Restaurant
P: 01227 467716

Rating: 4.7 (486) Price Level:

This restaurant is great with lovely Tapas and a very cosy feel. Really enjoyed the octopus, the chorizo and fab padron peppers. Took 1 star off as when it's busy, it's a bit tight for space. Our table on 15th November was right next to the bar area where everyone waits for their table. Try the food though!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

El Sol is a fantastic find near the cathedral, offering a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere. The paella is a must-try—worth the wait and absolutely delicious. The tapas were also top-notch, showcasing a variety of traditional Spanish flavors. The service was outstanding, with friendly and attentive staff who made the experience even better. Whether you're nearby or just passing through, El Sol is well worth a visit.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

The paella was perfectly cooked, bursting with authentic flavours, and the tapas were delicious. The cosy atmosphere made it feel warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family. The service was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome. If you’re looking for delicious Spanish cuisine with top-notch service in a charming setting, this is the place to go.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 143m away
  • Canterbury Roman Museum - 105m away
  • Garage Coffee Roasters - 12m away
  • Whitefriars Canterbury - 287m away
  • Cathedral Gate Hotel - 50m away

Longport Cafe

Town Centre, 9 Longport, Canterbury CT1 1PE, UK | Cafe
P: 01227 451055

Rating: 4.5 (388) Price Level:

Great food, friendly staff and flexible with food choices. Worth every penny

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice breakfast spot, good prices and portion sizes, food came quick, helpful staff

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Wow, what an awesome cafe! I work just round the corner at the university and have been meaning to try this place for a while. I was not disappointed! The decor and vibe of the place is very welcoming, and the service was impeccable. I ordered the set 2, which was great value for about 8 quid considering it includes tea and toast/bread. Every part of the meal was cooked perfectly and the ingredients are good quality. Sausage was nice and herby too which is just how they should be. Will definitely come again more regularly to support such a well-run establishment with superb food and value.

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Super delicious food with nice price. Really enjoyed the brunch here!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely gorgeous breakfast! Friendly staff and a lovely, traditional cafe atmosphere. Will definitely be going back!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Travelodge Canterbury Chaucer Central - 117m away
  • St Augustine's Abbey - 133m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 160m away
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 312m away
  • The Thomas Ingoldsby - JD Wetherspoon - 189m away

The Corner House

1 Dover St, Canterbury CT1 3HD, UK | Restaurant
P: 01227 780793

Rating: 4.7 (971) Price Level:

Went for lunch with my Mum, excellent service and very good value set menu. I had the flat iron steak with a side of delicious chips. Unfortunately my steak was overdone, I asked for medium but it was well done-I didn't mention it at the time-i'm sure they would have made me another if I made a fuss, but it was still OK. Mum had fish pie which she enjoyed. Treacle tart for desert was very good.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had Sunday Roast here. The chicken was grilled to perfection. The beef was also very tasty but one piece tasted like lamb(?). Portions not that big, but in the end big enough. The Lager beer tasted like a top fermented beer but was good. Dessert then really made this meal perfect, especially the sticky toffee pudding! Coffee a bit too acidic for my taste.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a lovely dinner with the family. Very child friendly restaurant. The ambiance and food are fantastic! We highly recommend the Beef Wellington. Their home made ice-cream is delicious too. Definitely recommend!!!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Some of the best dishes I have ever tasted. A beautiful setting, attentive staff. Great wine list with plenty of affordable options by the glass, designed for experimentation. But the food is by far the brightest star. The savoury blue cheese cheesecake with beetroot jam is the most stunning dish I have tasted this year; and the flavour will be something I remember for years to come. Everything was excellent, but also deserving of special mention was the dark chocolate torte with hazelnuts blackberry sorbet. A stunning mixture of flavours, executed perfectly.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Whitefriars Canterbury - 167m away
  • Fenwick Canterbury - 85m away
  • Travelodge Canterbury Chaucer Central - 164m away
  • Marks and Spencer - 182m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 240m away

Cosy Club

20-21 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TH, UK | Restaurant
P: 01227 387046

Rating: 4.5 (590) Price Level:

I'd never known that Cosy Club existed until someone I know had recommended going. A friend and I were visiting Canterbury for a bottomless brunch at another venue and just had to visit to find out how nice it was for ourselves. It was a Sunday early evening, and quiet when we arrived. Our welcome was super friendly, and the service at the bar was good. Cocktails were 2 for £12.95 which is brilliant! We didn't have much time available before our booking elsewhere, although we tried to push back our other booking so we could stay longer, but was unfortunately unsuccessful in getting hold of the other venue, which was a shame. Despite this, we had enjoyed our first drink so much that we decided to go back for another before ending our evening and heading home. The lady at the bar even brought them outside for us! The decor is absolutely stunning, drinks tasted amazing and were served with a smile. We would definitely be back to try more of the cocktail menu!😍

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The ambience of the restaurant is inviting. The staff are professional, polite, and know the menu inside out. They are very welcoming. We love the decor and the food is very good. Parking is about 10 minutes' walk to the restaurant. I'm not sure, though, if there is any other access to the basement toilets. The lift is only accessible from the ground floor. Overall, I'm happy to recommend it.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

First time here and I can honestly say it won’t be the last, service was very good. They were busy with Christmas parties but they were prompt. Food was good but the cocktails are such good value for money, if you go between a certain time it’s 2 cocktails for £12.95 bargain

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went here for Christmas Eve dinner and it was amazing! I've wanted to go to this place for a long time and regretted that I didn't do it earlier!! The atmosphere and interior are simply incredible, you can look at the scenery and paintings forever, they are all so beautiful!! The food was delicious, we chose a few starters and also my friends chose two main dishes At our request, all the food was brought to us at the same time, for which I thank you very much🙂 Everything was delicious, especially arancini and shrimp 🤤 All the staff were very friendly and attentive, the service was impeccable The star was Bella, who served our table, she was incredibly pleasant and made our evening special Thank you!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Can’t believe i’ve lived in Canterbury for 3 years and never been here! Absolutely 10/10. can’t fault it. Great for all occasions fancy or casual. i Went for my grad celebrations & had the funniest time. Lunch menu was amazing!! and the service was super! Will definitely be coming back to try the breakfast & dinner menu! Thank you for making our meal so lovely!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Whitefriars Canterbury - 159m away
  • Canterbury Roman Museum - 100m away
  • Marks and Spencer - 114m away
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 246m away
  • Primark - 105m away

Tiny Tim's Tearoom

34 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TG, UK | Food Store
P: 01227 450793

Rating: 4.6 (1148) Price Level:

My favourite place to take visiting friends and family in Canterbury. No need to pre-book. The cheese scones are super delicious, I keep going back just for them. I've tried different teas, they never disappoint. Nuts allergy friendly.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Quirky Super place, first time customer and we're be returning next time we are in Canters. Staff were excellent, friendly, professional and the service received was top notch. Teas were really nice, certainly different and there was plenty for two cups. Scones were of a good standard although one totally fell into pieces. Jam and butter were superb. £35 for 2 x teas, 1 x coffee & 3 x scones. Expensive, maybe, but was quality 👍

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Cosy little cafe in Canterbury. Chicken Caesar salad was delicious. We also had the potato and garlic soup which was also great

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place for a classic scone. Their house scone (with blueberry and lime) is delicious (don’t forget the extra clotted cream!). Also nice selection of hot chocolates with fantasy. Beautiful setting.

Anonymous - 4 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Was visiting with a friend and hopped in for some afternoon tea, the staff were so helpful with advising us about portion sizes and I can say- they were right! One serving of afternoon tea was more than enough between the two of us. The Raspberry Apple scone was delicious and so large we almost couldn’t finish it, and the finger sandwiches were so fresh with classic fillings! We got the Tiny Tim’s House-blend for our tea and loved it. Overall, Cosy Interiors, great food and excellent service:))

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Whitefriars Canterbury - 161m away
  • Primark - 91m away
  • Hampton by Hilton Canterbury - 48m away
  • Marks and Spencer - 137m away
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 297m away

The Pig - at Bridge Place

Bourne Park Rd, Bridge, Canterbury CT4 5BH, UK | Hotel
P: 0345 225 9494

Rating: 4.7 (895) Price Level:

I had lunch today at the restaurant but did not stay at the hotel.The grounds are incredible.Beautiful scenery. The staff were so lovely and welcoming. I was by myself.They made me feel comfortable aswell as explaining the menu and having a nice chat, the customer service was 10/10. The food was great one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. The staff also helped me get a taxi later on. Would definitely recommend and definitely be back.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

It’s hard to describe the magic of the Pig hotels if you haven’t been to one. Their rustic charm is unbeatable for celebrating a special occasion or just a relaxing break. The thoughtful and personal touches by the team are really second to none - they always go the extra mile with customer service. We have stayed at Bridge Place twice now (getting engaged there the first time!) and we will continue returning year on year. The breakfasts are so yummy - the artisanal options on the breakfast table are a special touch. Dinner is always great! Their interiors are absolutely divine too. Thank you Pig team for another amazing stay, and Merry Christmas!✨

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

Went for lunch, , driving into the entrance was amazing, fabulous setting, beautiful house. Food was served by fun attentive staff, which made you feel relaxed. Good lunchtime menu. We had a mix of plates for starters for four and four mains. We brought a birthday cake which was served up on a beautiful glass cake stand without any fuss. A couple of glasses of presseco and beers went down well. Highly recommend. Thank you all at THE PIG at the BRIDGE

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

We went for dinner to celebrate our anniversary and had such a nice night. All the staff were so relaxed and welcoming - especially Maggie who served us at dinner. She made the atmosphere so enjoyable by being herself while delivering great service.

Features:
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Bridge Arms - 363m away
  • The Red Lion Inn - 304m away
  • Londis - 368m away
  • Smith & Co - Hair and Beauty - 460m away
  • Flo & Ted’s - 358m away

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