5 Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Whitstable

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1. Firepit Restaurant at The Cave

4.7

Exceptional(1113)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Canterbury

Booked 22 times today

The Firepit has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence in 2024 and The Cave Hotel & Golf Resort has been honored with the esteemed AA Breakfast Award for 2024.The Firepit is a contemporary, fine dining, sharing-plate experience. All the flavours of world cuisine meet and fuse in our indulgent, re-imagined menu. The smokey, barbecue aromas of the American west combine with the delicately spiced tastes of the far east to create ambitious dishes that excite the tastebuds and showcase the finest in global cooking. Our bold and indulgent sharing menu delivers experimental dishes which do not disappoint. Our inspiration is vibrant and relaxed with an edgy and sophisticated spirit.

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2. The Fordwich Arms Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(53)

Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Canterbury

Booked 8 times today

The Michelin Starred, Fordwich Arms, located in the smallest town in England, dates as far back as 1828. Draped in ivory and wisteria in the most picturesque location over looking the Great River Stour, the perfect setting for an idyllic summers lunch. Boasting open fireplaces for the colder winter months, creating a cosy and welcoming ambiance. Daniel and Natasha Smith took over The Fordwich Arms in 2017 and were awarded a Michelin Star within the first year, as well as being in the top 100 gastro pubs in the UK, multiple culinary awards, notable wine awards and various other accredits, a testament to their hair work and talent. The seasonal menus focus on provenance, showcasing the best of local Kentish ingredients, sourced directly from local farms and producers. Dan's cooking is accomplished yet approachable, served in a relaxed pub environment with a choice of a la carte or tasting menus.

3. Sekkoya

4.3

Awesome(135)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Canterbury

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Sekkoya! We are a casual Indian restaurant and bar located at The Riverside in Canterbury serving dishes that tell a story of our heritage, cities and family.From street dishes like Keema Pau and Samosa Chaat found all over Indian cities to curries made from recipes that have been in our family for generations which we have enjoyed around our Mums dinner table growing up like her amazing Butter Chicken and Dum Biryani.John, our in-house bar guru, has created a cocktail menu that takes you back to the hotel bars of colonial India, perfectly complimenting our food.For bookings of groups larger than 8, please call the restaurant on 01227 286221 to make your booking.Underground parking available on-site

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4. Brasserie ABode - Canterbury

4.2

Awesome(305)

Price: Expensive

• British • Canterbury

Booked 3 times today

Discover a culinary journey like no other in the heart of Canterbury City Centre.Introducing the brand-new Brasserie Abode Restaurant; offering a sophisticated small plates menu designed to ignite your palate and add an element of fun to your dining experience. Indulge in a curated selection of petite pleasures, meticulously crafted by our talented chefs to deliver eclectic flavours with every bite. From savoury delights to sweet temptations, our small plates offer an array of options to suit every taste. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely lunch, a romantic dinner, or a casual gathering, our small plates are perfect for sharing and savouring, with a cocktail or two.In the city centre, Brasserie Abode at ABode Canterbury is near the majestic Canterbury Cathedral. Canterbury Rail Station is just a 9-minute walk away.

5. The Kings Arms

4.7

Exceptional(228)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Elham

Booked 11 times today

Situated in the sought after Elham Valley, this beautiful Grade II pub, The Kings Arms, has been restored to its royal glory in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III. With local ales and craft beers, a carefully curated wine list inclusive of some of the best of the Garden of England's wines on offer and Gastro pub food done to the very highest standard from our acclaimed award winning chefs, this historical pub will be the perfect centrepiece to this picturesque village.

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