Top Places and Services in Hackington, Kent
The Cook's Tale Restaurant
14-15 Beer Cart Ln, Canterbury CT1 2NY, UK | Indian Restaurant P: 01227 200777
Rating: 4.7 (2167) Price Level:
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
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!
Rating: 5 / 5
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
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.
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:
- Canterbury Punting Company - 51m away
- Whitefriars Canterbury - 262m away
- Canterbury Cathedral - 395m away
- Franciscan Gardens - 145m away
- The Foundry Brewpub - Canterbury Brewers and Distillers - 70m away
Chapman's
89-90 St. Dunstans St, Canterbury CT2 8AD, UK | Seafood Restaurant P: Not available
Rating: 4.5 (425) Price Level:
Hi Chapman's! I wanted to let you know about the fantastic dining experience my partner and I had recently at this wonderful restaurant. Last Friday evening, we visited with a reservation, and it was truly delightful! The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, the ambiance was cozy, and the food was absolutely worth it. I would highly recommend giving it a try!
Rating: 5 / 5
We ate here as part of a friend's special birthday celebrations. We'd booked for lunch and all fancied the Tasting menu, which was terrific value even before we realised it was half price that day. The food was incredible. Ross is a talented chef. Alysha looked after us perfectly. Nothing was too much trouble. They easily swapped out a starter one of our party with a crab allergy for equally delicious prawns. Presentation and flavours were amazing. If only I lived nearer.
Rating: 5 / 5
Looking to try some seafood in Canterbury, our group of 4 decided to make a booking for this restaurant and were incredibly pleasantly surprised upon visiting it. The dishes at this restaurant were very creative and we could all tell that the chef put a lot of effort into them. Some highlights of our meal were the fried oysters and the fish and chips, which had batter that was light and crispy. The runny yolk from the deep fried egg was a perfect fit with the sauce used for the asparagus. The ice cream that came with our dessert was not too sweet and tasted strongly of white chocolate, fitting nicely with the warm cinnamon buns under it. The service was wonderful too. The waitress was incredibly kind and talkative, telling us about life in Canterbury and recommending sightseeing spots for us in the local area. Upon complimenting the chef after we finished our mains, he even increased the portion sizes of our desserts for us! Overall, this was a delightful dining experience and if we ever come back to Canterbury, we'll be sure to return.
Rating: 5 / 5
Went to this lovely restaurant for my bf’s birthday - completely unplanned and didn’t have any expectations but we were incredibly surprised! We ordered scallops and tuna tartar as starters. The scallops were succulent and cooked to perfection, but the tuna tartar was ok as it was a bit dry without any dressing. There’s room for improvement for the tuna tartar but it didn’t affect the overall experience. For main we had Hake in curry Dahl sauce and whole lemon sole. Both were absolutely delicious! The hake was fusion with the curry sauce, splash of chilli oil and lots of coriander - an explosion of flavours and such a pleasant surprise! The lemon sole was super fresh with silky and buttery flesh and delicate flavours. The service was great too. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and would definitely be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
We came for our wedding anniversary on a Friday night. We were the only ones here, but the service and the atmosphere was very nice. We had the tuna tartar and the scallops, followed by roasted hake fillet and monkfish wellington. All of the fish courses were full of flavour and good size portions. The winner for me was the monkfish. The desserts were also really tasty. The chocolate delice tasted like proper real chocolate but the cinnamon bun takes the cake. The portions are generous. I think the main courses are well priced, starter and dessert on the higher end of the spectrum. But the food is worth it. Will definitely come back again!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Delivery
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint - 62m away
- Café des Amis - 20m away
- Westgate Gardens - 134m away
- The Falstaff Hotel - 26m away
- The Refectory Kitchen - 44m away
Café des Amis
95 St. Dunstans St, Canterbury CT2 8AA, UK | Mexican Restaurant P: 01227 464390
Rating: 4.7 (1867) Price Level:
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:)
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
Rating: 5 / 5
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!
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!
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
The Veg Box Cafe
17A Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HG, UK | Vegan Restaurant P: 01227 456654
Rating: 4.6 (737) Price Level:
Lovely wholesome restaurant with a chilled, laid back, healthy vibe - they had lots of options to choose from. We went for soup and hot pot and was great. Very winters and warm dishes🫶
Rating: 5 / 5
Love this place. I’ve been vegan for 3 years and counting and it makes me so happy when I see a place that really does vegetables justice and serves food that makes you feel so refreshed and healthy. Definitely give this a go- I had the mushroom wellington and it was incredible! Staff were very nice as well. They also do homemade kombucha but it was sold out- will be back to try!
Rating: 5 / 5
I was pleasantly surprised to stumble on this excellent vegan restaurant. The staff was friendly and described what was available to me. The mushroom Wellington was excellent, and the roast vegetables were nicely accompanied by a mildly spicy sauce. So it is a five-star from me - which I give out rarely
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing place with delicious food and friendly staff. I had a feast, and being vegan and gluten free it's not easy to eat out. I'll be back!
Rating: 4 / 5
Came for some lunch with a friend and had a really nice time! The interior is nicely spaced out and designed with pretty cool colour combinations. I love that there are couches towards the back, very cosy. I ordered the hot pot, (which changes daily) and was lucky to have this amazing Sri Lankan curry! It came with rice too and some delicious veggies on the sides. To drink I had this smoothie mixed with beetroot, bananas and some other ingredients. It was pretty good! I definitely will be back.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- 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
Parking Options:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Canterbury Cathedral - 128m away
- Church and Shrine of St. Thomas of Canterbury - 40m away
- The Thomas Ingoldsby - JD Wetherspoon - 103m away
- Canterbury Roman Museum - 98m away
- Starbucks Coffee - 96m away
Kitch
4 St Peter's St, Canterbury CT1 2AT, UK | Brunch Restaurant P: 01227 504983
Rating: 4.5 (551) Price Level:
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
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
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.
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:)
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
Golden Lion
Mayton Ln, Broad Oak, Canterbury CT2 0QJ, UK | Pub P: 01227 710454
Rating: 4.6 (327) Price Level:
Lovely food, and hot. Decent portions and nicely presented. Staff, friendly and helpful. Lacks atmosphere.
Rating: 4 / 5
5 of us went today. We had a lovely roast and nice puddings. Reasonably priced and friendly staff
Rating: 4 / 5
Food was excellent, reccomend the fish & chips personally but all food I've had here has been very good everytime. Downside no Guinness on tap 😱.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic. The food is fantastic freshly cooked and very well presented. I would recommend anybody to go and eat there you will love it. The staff of fantastic very polite and do anything to make you feel welcome
Rating: 5 / 5
Good selection of food on the menu and nicely cooked. Staff are really friendly and helpful which is a bonus
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Chambers Farm - 352m away
- Contemporary Flowers - 342m away
The Goods Shed
Station Rd W, Canterbury CT2 8AN, UK | Restaurant P: 01227 459153
Rating: 4.6 (1626) Price Level:
Lovely place to dine or shop from local businesses - all in close proximity to the train station. We seemed to have visited on a particularly busy day, as they only had one table available for walk-ins (us). The kitchen seemed a bit overwhelmed as our food took forever to arrive, and we ended up dining there for 2.5 hours. Something to keep in mind if you're on a tight schedule. The food was great! We really enjoyed the confit pork belly, and we thought the mint butter paired really well with the pink fir potatoes. Didn't realise the 'roast chicken' was a salad when we ordered, but it was still pretty good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing restaurant and beautiful local produce market! The food at the restaurant was really fancy and absolutely delicious! Every meal was a real experience! They use local and seasonal ingredients sourced directly from the market. We ordered a 3-course meal which was definitely pricey but perfect for a celebration or special occasion. The staff a very attentive and very well organised. Booking a table is best as it gets very busy. The market is also very charming with fresh local veg, fish, meat, juice, cheese and other wonderful finds. Highly recommend and can't wait to be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely spot for a chill lunch! Great atmosphere and packed with people. Had to queue for and hour but not too bad. Great food and nice staff!
Rating: 5 / 5
Small and pretty farmers market just a minute walking from Canterbury Station. Good selection of fruit, vegs, meant and fish, bread and pastries, drinks and organic products. Very tiny, 10 minutes is enough to visit
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Lenleys Home - 172m away
- Malthouse Theatre - 321m away
- Car Park A Canterbury West Station | APCOA - 116m away
- The Marlowe - 417m away
- Sainsbury's Local - 287m away
Café Solo
302 Wincheap, Canterbury CT1 3TY, UK | Cafe P: 01227 470178
Rating: 4.5 (740) Price Level:
If Google could do more than 5 stars this place would get it. Upon arriving I got welcomed at the front door and seated. I think it’s a family run business because they take pride in everything they do. Food was wonderful Staff polite Cafe very clean There’s only two cafe’s I would take my wife too and this is one of them.
Rating: 5 / 5
My family and I had a lovely breakfast in this cafe. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, special shout out to Megan 1.0 for looking after us so beautifully. I was so hungry I forgot to take a photo of my vegetarian breakfast (which was delicious). So I took this one off the outside seating area :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Perfect little Cafe if you're in the Wincheap area, fair prices, huge portions, great flexibility on build your own breakfasts. They have an extensive menu and even offer smoothies if you want to counteract the fry up 😋 Polite and efficient staff, overall great experience again!
Rating: 5 / 5
Me and my friends stopped by this lovely restaurant for lunch and it was absolutely amazing. The guy who served was so polite and the environment was so friendly. Cute interior giving out retro vibes.The food was in hearty portions and the cappuccino was out of my expectation! The froth was perfect and airy with the chocolate powder dusted evenly on top. I highly recommend this place if you want something simple but delicious.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was really impressed with cafe solo. We went there for breakfast and I really couldn't fault the food - I wanted a good fry up and that's exactly what I got. The milkshake here is also some of the best I've had around Canterbury, actually made using ice cream with a dollop of cream on top. The only reason I haven't put 5 stars for the food is because it didn't wow me like my other 5 star reviews, but it was still very decent. The staff were super friendly but gave us the space we wanted to eat together, the space was clean, and we were even surprised with complimentary Turkish delight. Overall, would recommend. They have a small carpark, but there are supermarkets nearby.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- 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
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Morrisons - 160m away
- Dunelm - 147m away
- Boots - 141m away
- Morrisons Petrol Station - 197m away
- Canterbury Park and Ride - 240m away
Micro Roastery
4 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TP, UK | N/A P: 07702 096129
Rating: 4.6 (311) Price Level:
A nice, quiet, place to grab a coffee (and maybe a cake too) while in Canterbury. The staff are friendly & helpful, and the building has character. I had a coffee and a "sausage roll" (very nice, but the chicken tikka tasting pastry didn't seem much like a sausage roll to me). The venue is small. Initially, we went out to the back yard, but found that the room on the first floor was nicer (albeit warm on a summer's day).
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm not sure why I haven't reviewed The Micro Roastery before, but it may be a subconscious worry that by reviewing, I may not get a seat in the future 😂 Basically one of, if not, the best coffee shops in Canterbury. ☕ Great coffee selection to drink in, but also take away ❤️
Rating: 5 / 5
Wonderful little place tucked into a beautiful city. I have visited Canterbury twice and had to make sure I stopped here each morning. The coffee is amazing and all of the pastries were fresh.
Rating: 5 / 5
It is a very lovely place in Canterbury, a small coffee shop that is easy to fall in love with. I had a double espresso, for £2.60, and every penny worth for it: strong, tasty, well roasted. They also have cakes, which have good taste as well. Micro Roastery has a very friendly atmosphere, but aware: as its name shows you, this is a small coffee shop. A few tables on the ground floor, and some seating in the upstairs.
Features:
- Takeout
- Delivery
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Whitefriars Canterbury - 155m away
- The Three Tuns - 42m away
- The Sandwich Bar - 20m away
- Primark - 85m away
- Marks and Spencer - 162m away
Café No.35
35 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TG, UK | Restaurant P: 01227 637300
Rating: 4.5 (179) Price Level:
The meals were extremely delicious!!! The price was a bit expensive, and the waiting period was very long, but all in all, it was definitely worth it.
Rating: 5 / 5
The staff are so lovely and welcoming and the food is amazing. Would recommend to any friend and will definitely be coming back! Had the smashed avocado and poached eggs and I must say they are the yolkiest eggs I’ve ever seen 😍
Rating: 5 / 5
Really nice place for breakfast/brunch. We had eggs florentine, full English vegetarian and meat one, Avocado on toast. We were seated upstairs and they turned the heater on for us which was kind.
Rating: 5 / 5
We came in for breakfast because this cafe has vegan options. I had the Vegetarian No. 35 breakfast and replaced the egg with tofu to make it vegan. The vegan sausages were lovely! When the breakfast came, the waiter made a point of telling me that the pot of butter was a non dairy spread that came with the slice of toast, which I really appreciated. I had read reviews saying they sometimes have vegan croissants, and luckily, they had one left. It wasn't listed on the table menus, so you have to ask. It was the most beautiful wholemeal blueberry vegan croissant. I was surprised at how flakey it was, considering it was a wholemeal version. Delicious! My husband ordered the Stack No. 35 breakfast bun, which he enjoyed. Two pots of English Breakfast tea later and we were full. The café is spacious inside and comfortable. I will definitely be coming again.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- 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
Nearby Landmarks:
- Whitefriars Canterbury - 159m away
- Primark - 87m away
- Tiny Tim's Tearoom - 8m away
- Marks and Spencer - 139m away
- Hampton by Hilton Canterbury - 40m away
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