Here is a selection of local restaurants that we recommend you try. In high season, it is essential to pre-book your table in advance.  

Royal Native Oyster Stores, The Horsebridge, Whitstable CT5 1BU Tel: 01227 276856

The famous Royal Native Oyster Stores Fish restaurant offers fine dining on the beach at Whitstable. Booking is essential in the summer.

Wheelers Oyster Bar, 8, High Street, Whitstable CT5 Tel: 01227 273311

The original Wheelers Bar has been in business for over 150 years serving seafood and locally caught shellfish. This quaint parlour style restaurant only seats up to 16 people and is extremely popular. Booking well in advance is essential and well worth the wait.

Crab & Winkle Restaurant, The Harbour, South Quay, Whitstable CT5             Tel:01227 779377

Overlooking the working harbour of Whitstable, this award winning seafood restaurant offers all day dining and excellent set lunchtime menus. Also serves meat and vegetarian dishes.

Birdies Restaurant, 41 Harbour Street, Whitstable Tel: 01227 265337

This relaxed and informal bistro offers simple and well cooked food. 

Tudor Restaurant & Tea Rooms, 29 Harbour Street, Whitstable Tel: 01227 273167

Traditional English tea rooms serving cooked breakfast and lunch, as well as cream teas and home-made cakes. Fresh local fish and chips.

Shangri-La Thai Restaurant, 102 High Street, Whitstable Tel: 01227 265800            Relax with coffees and oriental lunches by day and enjoy sophisticated Thai a la carte by night. Delightful courtyard for al fresco dining.

The Sportsman, Faversham Road, Seasalter, Whitstable Tel: 01227 273370

This renowned Gastropub just a short drive out from Whitstable, offers a superb selection of exquisite locally sourced cuisine. Booking is essential.

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