Top Places and Services in Chartham, Kent
El Sol Tapas Bar & Restaurant
7-8 Sun St, Canterbury CT1 2HX, UK | Restaurant P: 01227 467716
Rating: 4.7 (486) Price Level:
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.
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.
Rating: 4 / 5
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!
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
- Creams Cafe Canterbury - 55m away
Kitch
4 St Peter's St, Canterbury CT1 2AT, UK | Brunch Restaurant P: 01227 504983
Rating: 4.5 (551) 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.
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!
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:)
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.
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.
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
- Zizzi - Canterbury - 46m away
- Subway - 76m away
- Canterbury Historic River Tours - 25m away
The White Horse Inn
The Square, Chilham, Canterbury CT4 8BY, UK | Pub P: 01227 730355
Rating: 4.5 (544) Price Level:
After a long journey to Dover castle and Canterbury we had a relaxing and enjoyable dinner at White Horse Chilham. The atmosphere is very cosy and quirky, the fire place is so nice, Colt the mighty dog just added to whole cosines. We had delicious calamari starter and Fish and chips. Paul and Jess were friendly and very welcoming.
Rating: 5 / 5
The best pub I've ever been to and I am not ashamed to admit that I have been to quite a few:) There is always a risk when visiting a "local" pub in the small village that you feel out of place. Was totally opposite. On the first visit felt like I've been coming there for decades. Ticked all of the boxes of what a geat pub should be. History and most amazing setting, cozy, great selection of drinks and food, friendly and attentive staff. Not tried the food, but couple we met at the B&B mentioned that was reasonably priced and very tasty.
Rating: 5 / 5
I absolutely loved this pub. We arrived in the village after a 4 hour hike wanting a cosy place to rest and recuperate and boy did this place deliver. Just big enough that there are various nooks to relax in but small enough to have instant atmosphere when you walk in. A giant log fireplace in the back dining room is really special and all the staff are super friendly and keen to help. We had the Fish and Chips which were excellent with really substantial portions. I'm so glad we picked this pub.
Rating: 5 / 5
We stayed up the road from this lovely, old and quirky village pub. The food was amazing and the service excellent. We couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome and didnt feel out of place there with the locals. The lady behind the bar in particular was so friendly and helpful and couldn’t do enough for you. We would highly recommend this pub either for a drink or to eat if you are staying in the area.
Rating: 5 / 5
Quirky local pub off a picturesque town square. The place is full of books and odd little decorations, in a good way (it's a great if only a little random book selection). The staff was super friendly and service was quick, given how busy it was. The food was nice too and very filling. Price was reasonable - we paid £35 each for main, dessert and a couple of drinks. There are two friendly pub dogs who roam around. Customers were nice too - one of them even got the whole pub to sing my boyfriend happy birthday.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Chilham Castle - 60m away
- Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery - 434m away
- The Woolpack Hotel - 239m away
- Chilham Car Park - 174m away
- Chilham Village Hall - 365m away
The Cook's Tale Restaurant
14-15 Beer Cart Ln, Canterbury CT1 2NY, UK | Indian Restaurant P: 01227 200777
Rating: 4.7 (2161) Price Level:
Wonderful cuisine with amazing flavours and loads of tasty surprises. If you want a 5 star experience don't forget to book well in advance. Knowledgeable and friendly staff complete the experience. Not your average spice house. One of the best I have ever tasted. Enjoy !!
Rating: 5 / 5
Wow, what an amazing experience. Came here for our 23rd anniversary meal, and went for the 12 course tasting menus with matched wines. After the first couple of courses I was a little worried that we would not be full by the end, but by the end of the tenth course we were both struggling to take another bite. Had the food not been so good, we may have given up, but it was amazing and we persevered, and now we are both uncomfortably full but so happy with what we have eaten. The service was impeccable, you rarely get it so good in this country. The food was rich, delicious and wholesome, and varied enough to keep the most eclectic palate happy. The wines were incredibly well paired, and each one delicious in their own right, but elevated to another level with the paired food. It is a little off the beaten track, but worth going out of your way to find. No regrets at all with choosing this marvellous restaurant, we will be singing praises to our friends and family and would heartily recommend to anyone.
Rating: 5 / 5
My husband and I booked for the Indian high tea. It was on an offer and we love high tea, so we figured we would try it. It was all so amazing. There was a tone of variety of both sweet and savoury and the masala chai tea we got was very nice. The service was quick and attentive. Such a fun and unique twist- our favourite was the spiced chocolate cake and the potato sandwich. We cleaned our plates!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been visiting The Cook’s Tale for at least eight years now and I always have a wonderful experience. The food is simply delicious! It's fine dining quality at a mid-range price. If you are able to take advantage of one of their monthly deals, it's insanely good value for money. The service has always been very attentive. As a vegetarian I love the quantity and variety of vegetarian dishes - it's clear they aren't some afterthought. Something else that I really appreciate about The Cook’s Tale is that unlike many other restaurants in a similar price range they don't automatically add gratuity to the bill, it's left to you to decide how much you want to tip. If you are considering visiting The Cook’s Tale, stop thinking and go now! You won't regret it.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a wonderful lunch at The Cook's Tale Restaurant in Canterbury! As soon as we arrived, we were greeted by Asher, our host, who was friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable about the menu. He made sure our dietary requirements were carefully addressed and guided us through the options. We opted for the Meat and Vegetarian Thali, and both were absolutely delicious — full of vibrant flavors and beautifully presented. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. During our meal, Chef Alfie came over to check on us, asking if we were enjoying our food and if we had any feedback. It was a lovely personal touch that made the experience even more memorable. The restaurant itself had a cosy, festive atmosphere, with Christmas decorations adding a warm touch to the environment. Overall, a fantastic dining experience, with excellent food, great service, and a welcoming ambience. Highly recommended!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- 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
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- Whitefriars Canterbury - 262m away
- Canterbury Punting Company - 51m away
- Chaucer Bookshop - 65m away
- Primark - 189m away
- Marks and Spencer - 257m away
Lost Sheep Coffee & Kitchen
Next To Cathedral Gate, 14-15, Sun St, Canterbury CT1 2HX, UK | Coffee Shop P: 01227 230444
Rating: 4.3 (130) Price Level:
Really lovely place! A friend of mine recommended the place to me and I checked it out! Great coffee, I had a white mocha with hazelnut syrup and oat milk (amazingly made, and tasted great), and I had this really tasty granola bowl with yogurt, oats, strawberries, raspberries and some other tasty fruit (10/10 mix, I asked for some cinnamon and maple syrup to add and it was exceptional to me). Really cool vibe to the place, and was really impressed by the miniature train set they have towards the back. Shout out to rachel for her kind service and the male staff with glasses (he actually built the train set himself! Really impressive). I’ll definitely be back, highly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
I like my morning coffee in a nice atmosphere so here to give it a go and they didn't disappoint me. Very nice friendly ambience with positive vibes. Good coffee, good service even I'll have had to wait for 10min to order. Hope coming back again when in town.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great independently run coffee shop in the heart of Canterbury. Everything is home made and delicious. Staff and friendly, helpful and will give advice about visiting the city. They are a card only business but offer both sit down and take away options
Rating: 5 / 5
Love this place perfectly located for me as prior to my Hidden City Tour I can grab a coffee and a snack! Friendly staff delicious food super coffee, plus it's another independent business like me!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Canterbury Cathedral - 132m away
- Canterbury Roman Museum - 80m away
- Garage Coffee Roasters - 19m away
- Cathedral Gate Hotel - 25m away
- Whitefriars Canterbury - 268m away
Howfield Manor
Howfield Ln, Chartham Hatch, Canterbury CT4 7HQ, UK | Hotel P: 01227 733892
Rating: 4.4 (506) Price Level:
We attended Howfield Manor for a family gathering to remember and celebrate the life of my Auntie. All the staff are absolutely fantastic. Special thanks to Gobika on Reception, who always smiles, and is incredibly helpful and kind. The rooms are beautifully clean (please pass on our appreciation to the housemaids who do a brilliant job), well equipped and relaxing. The beds are really comfortable, with crisp white bed linen and there are plenty of fluffy white towels. The setting is gorgeous, with lots of places to wander around the gardens and grounds, and places to sit. We had a buffet meal on arrival, and cooked breakfast this morning - all of it was excellent and a reasonable price. Waking up this morning and hearing the birds singing was lovely, and I wished I had been staying longer! Planning to return to this small, quiet, perfect place to escape and relax, as well as being an ideal venue for a special occasion. Highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Our wedding at Howfield Manor was truly perfect in every way. From the moment we started planning, the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was just right. A special mention goes to Muriel, who was on leave during our wedding but made sure every detail was meticulously planned before the big day. Her dedication and careful organization gave us complete confidence and made the whole process stress-free. On the day itself, Kevin, the manager, made sure everything ran without a single fault. His attention to detail and calm presence allowed us to fully enjoy every moment. The food was outstanding, and we’ve received countless compliments from our guests about both the meals and the flawless service. We also want to highlight Bishmil, who went above and beyond by sourcing non-alcoholic wine at short notice and ensuring we were fully taken care of throughout the day. Nothing was ever too much for him. The entire team worked so hard to make our wedding day perfect, and they truly succeeded. From the smooth running of the event to the warmth and attentiveness of the staff, there isn’t a single thing we or our guests could fault. We are so grateful to Kevin, Bishmil, Muriel, and the entire team for giving us a day we’ll treasure forever!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great old hotel, only stayed for one night but really nice. The bed was comfy and warm.
Rating: 4 / 5
The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The room was spacious. The hot water works well. The bed was comfortable. Parking was free. Breakfast was included in our stay and it was worth the early morning. The issues were that the bathroom tap dribbled out which made washing hands difficult but not impossible. The room did get a bit cold at night so we used the space heater provided which worked well, the problem was that it had a missing wheel which made it difficult moving it around. Overall I would recommend staying at Howfield Manor, we booked via booking.com and the value for money was very good. If I was to visit again I would hope that the issues mentioned above would have been resolved.
Rating: 5 / 5
A lovely hotel with fabulous staff. Stayed for a friends wedding and it was perfect from start to finish. Thankyou to all the staff who worked so hard.
Features:
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Choose Leisure Limited - 81m away
- East Kent Timber Ltd - 99m away
- Under 1 Roof Canterbury - 168m away
- Lipscomb Volvo Cars Canterbury - 247m away
- Canterbury Chartham Garden Centre - 471m away
Canterbury Chartham Garden Centre
Stour Business Park, Ashford Rd, Chartham, Canterbury CT4 7HF, UK | Store P: 01227 501056
Rating: 4.2 (334) Price Level:
Friendly staff, beautiful variety of plants, flowers and garden decor. The cafe is amazing, food & drinks are delicious and a lot of seating is available too. Price is definitely mid-high range!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great place, all staff are helpful and friendly. The selection of plants are amazing, really tidy and displayed in sections really well. The home interior bits are amazing, I could spend a fortune in their... So many things I want to purchase!! I haven't looked at the clothes, but they look nice enough, from passing through to the canteen, which again, all staff are really welcoming, it's clean and tidy and the layout is great too, along with good quality tables and chairs. The menu is fantastic, we only had a coffee on this visit, which was good, but we said we'd definately eat there next time, the choice is incredible for a garden centre, from mains, sandwiches, cakes, salads and small bits. It all looked really nice to, from what I could see. The christmas stuff (just going out) interior plants, kids section, kitchen stuff, smellies for the house, I brought some incense sticks...So much stuff to look at, again, all displayed really well and so clean and tidy. Some things are expensive and some bits reasonable, like most of these places, but they do have some lovely and unusual interior bits.
Rating: 5 / 5
Visited the newly refurbished Garden Centre recently and was very impressed. Beautifully laid out with a variety of merchandise as well as plants. I stopped at the new Origins cafe with friends and they had a good selection of food, cakes and pastries. I was very impressed with the friendly staff who work in the cafe. It is very clean, hygienic and tidy. Have subsequently returned there on a further two occasions as the food was so good. Definitely worth a visit after browsing around. The cafe also has a dog friendly area on the outside which is a bonus. Would definitely recommend both garden centre and cafe.
Rating: 5 / 5
A wide range of well cared for plants, shrubs and trees of excellent condition and suitable for every garden type and style. Friendly, knowledgeable staff on hand to give expert advice, ideas and recommendations.
Features:
- Delivery
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Lipscomb Volvo Cars Canterbury - 174m away
- Outlaw Pro Kent - 56m away
- Motorparks Canterbury, Ford Authorised Service Centre - 98m away
- Howfield Manor - 490m away
- Under 1 Roof Canterbury - 290m away
The Artichoke
Rattington St, Chartham, Canterbury CT4 7JQ, UK | Pub P: 01227 738316
Rating: 4.4 (461) Price Level:
Absolutely spectacular, what a fantastic pub with amazing food, fantastic service and really friendly locals. Only an hours walk from Canterbury along the Stour Valley way and there's an hourly train from the nearby station to get you back.
Rating: 5 / 5
We stopped here last night for a meal and we are so pleased we did. The food was amazing and the service excellent. A lovely, authentic, very old village pub. What a gem! We would highly recommend a visit here.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a wonderful place ! Very typical, very english. Food was delicious. Please try the mussels ! They even cooked some food for children that was not in the menu. Definitely a 5 stars ! Thank you for the warm welcome and history information of the pub.
Rating: 5 / 5
Me and my partner ordered one beef roast and one lamb. Can honestly say it was one of the best roast. Portion size just right! Ordered cauliflower cheese and I can say that was the best cauliflower cheese I've ever tasted. Also biscoff Sunday was really nice. Staff are really friendly, I'd recommend this place to anyone.
Rating: 5 / 5
Under new management recently, great village pub with lovely food, pool table and darts to play and a Quiz on Wednesdays
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Chartham Village Hall - 214m away
- St. Mary's Church, Chartham - 262m away
- Chartham Vineyard - 442m away
- VetShack - 353m away
Bradley & Partners Dental Practice
2 St Peter's Ln, Canterbury CT1 2BP, UK | Dental Clinic P: 01227 463529
Rating: 4.2 (38) Price Level:
No stress dentistry. Polite smiling staff put you at ease as soon as you enter the building. Cosy waiting areas. Attentive professional dentists and dental nurses.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had my first appointment for dental hygienist today. Excellent price and charming staff. Worth a trip to visit this beautiful building. The interior design is unique in every way and very stylish. Sorry did I say my dental treatment was great. Will return. Thankyou
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm so pleased with my new fixed dentures. They look and feel so natural. Many thanks to Nadim and the team, Hannah and of course Phil the technician. And not forgetting Michelle for the friendly welcome.
Rating: 5 / 5
I had to have dental treatment yesterday, and I cannot recommend Bradley and Partners highly enough. Nadim performed the dental work and was gentle and Marek, who cleaned my teeth, was quite comical, putting me at ease. Every member of staff were friendly and polite.
Features:
- Restroom
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Marlowe - 57m away
- Westgate Hall - 76m away
- Curzon Canterbury Westgate - 56m away
- Five Guys Canterbury - 77m away
- Subway - 72m away
The Granville
Faussett Hill, Canterbury CT4 7AL, UK | Bar P: 01227 700402
Rating: 4.3 (677) Price Level:
Lovely evening meal tonight. Great, friendly service. Great food, buy one get one free steak which was lovely. Excellent desserts. Highly recommended for a relaxed atmosphere, great value good quality food and friendly service.
Rating: 4 / 5
We got there on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. I ve ordered a ribeye and it looked mostly like a fillet. It was ok, over cooked but I couldn’t send it back as we were in a hurry, triple cooked chips were dry and empty inside, too crunchy. Prawns were my favourite, they were lovely. The burger was lovely too with the french fries.. The waitress was so lovely and friendly, and the atmosphere was cosy and awesome.. I ll definitely go back
Rating: 4 / 5
Very good meal, the drink selection was good and the service was excellent. The star is lost as £16 for the roast although good quality was steep for the quantity of food received. The dessert selection on the Sunday menu was quite limited which meant none of our group had dessert. The Cajun chicken burger a member of our group had looked amazing and got a good review from him. I would choose this if I went on a Sunday again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely pub, open fire in the Restaurant. Liver Bacon Mash and Gravy cooked as it should be. Korean Prawns and French Fries pretty good too. Overall excellent.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Lower Hardres Village Hall - 163m away
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