Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Canterbury

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Updated April 05, 2025

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The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4

4.4 (224)

£25 and under

British

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Located at the corner of The Parade & Rose Lane, just a stone's throw from the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the historic city centre, The Ivy Canterbury will feature a stylish bar, an inviting outdoor terrace, and an elegant private dining room. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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paul

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Delightful vist with very good customer service from Rebecca

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1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

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Breakfast Set Menu

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The Ivy Aperitif Affair

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Canterbury

4.4

4.4 (885)

£25 and under

British

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Take a trip down memory lane as you stroll along cobbled streets, peer into period shop frontages and gaze up at the majestic Canterbury Cathedral. End your journey at Bill's, where a delightful array of breakfast, lunch and brunch menus await. Our restaurant offers an enticing selection, from sharing plates and hearty mains to gluten-free delicacies and delicious desserts. Whatever your Canterbury tale entails (go crazy - we won't judge!), you'll always find good food and great vibes here.

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Nancy Stewart

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Very nice Will come again Lovely duck salad. Thankyou

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

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Group Dining Menu

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Set Menu for Celebrations

The Korean Cowgirl at Cave Hotel

4.4

4.4 (1138)

£26 to £40

Fusion / Eclectic

Canterbury

About the restaurant

The Korean Cowgirl Restaurant provides a unique blend of Texas and Asian culture and cuisine. Here at the KCG we mean true low and slow smoked BBQ, cooked for hours over only real wood, no short cuts. Our Amazing wings and boneless bites are double fried for that crisp sensation.

Come and experience western dining for yourself.

Please note you are welcome to bring a celebration cake for your party, however we do not have any refrigerated storage for this. We do not provide any table decorations or balloons. You are most welcome to bring your own.

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Gemma

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

Amazing food, quick and lovely service. Took my fiancé for his birthday and he loved it!! 10/10:)

Côte Brasserie - Canterbury

4.4

4.4 (89)

£25 and under

French

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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Julian

Dined on Apr 7, 2025

Service was excellent, attentive but not intrusive. Food was done to a great spec although the blueberry financier was a tad too sweet for my liking. Great recommendation.

The Korean Cowgirl at Canterbury Riverside with Cheeky Ramen

4.7

4.7 (658)

£26 to £40

Barbecue

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Our Korean Cowgirl comes back to Canterbury bigger and better than ever...

The Korean Cowgirl Riverside Canterbury Restaurant provides a unique blend of Texas and Asian culture and cuisine. Here at the Cowgirl we mean true low and slow smoked BBQ, cooked for hours over only real wood, no short cuts. Our Amazing wings and boneless bites are double fried for that crisp sensation. Come and experience western dining for yourself.

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Lorraine

Dined 5 days ago

Food was really good service is excellent would definitely eat here again

Citi Terrace

4.2

4.2 (521)

£25 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Welcome to Citi Terrace!

We are a unique and trendy restaurant, bar and lounge located in Canterbury, High Street. Our talented chefs have created a fusion menu with a twist, bringing you different tastes from around the world in every dish and for those with a sweet tooth, we bring you delicious desserts including cakes and ice cream.

Our executive drinks menu includes illy coffee and an array of cocktails prepared by our talented bartenders. To add to your experience, our outdoor Terrace is captivating and relaxing place to lounge and enjoy a shisha customised by you from our exclusive range of flavours. Join us at Citi Terrace for a truly memorable experience in Kent.

For bookings of groups larger than 15, you will be required to call the venue and also to confirm whether you will be dining with us and provide us with your pre-order.

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Sarah

Dined 4 days ago

Great service - unfortunately no curry available - but service was great - was very attentive. Good tasty food and good value

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Firepit Restaurant at The Cave

4.5

4.5 (1158)

£41 and over

Pan-Asian

Canterbury

About the restaurant

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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Martin

Dined on Apr 4, 2025

Excellent food great experience how they serve the dishes for good taste

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Experience

Firepit Light Tasting Menu

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Firepit Sunday Roast

The Fordwich Arms Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (104)

£41 and over

Gastro Pub

Canterbury

About the restaurant

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.

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mark

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely incredible food! Tasting menu was perfect

The Duke William Ickham

4.7

4.7 (1783)

£25 and under

Pub

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Quintessential Kentish Pub set in the heart of the Garden of England serving beautiful, classic dishes created using the best local and seasonal produce the South of England has to offer. With Real Ales, Craft Beers, beautiful wines, a roaring fire and a beautiful garden in the summer, this is the perfect destination for traditional pub dining.
To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@thedukewilliamickham.com or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

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Dave

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

Booked table for 8. Easy to book, staff welcoming on arrival. Service was quick and attentive (without being pushy). Food was great (we had mixture of kids and adults meals) and price was fair. We'd definitely come back.

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Experience

Wednesday Steak Night

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Thursday Pie and a Pint Night

Pho Canterbury

4.4

4.4 (266)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Canterbury

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Healthy Vietnamese Street Food, serving phở noodle soup, heart-warming curries, delicious chicken wings, sharing spring rolls, and much more...

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Chris

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Amazing food, attentive but not intrusive service for our party of three. Had an issue with the order which was handled well and immediately sorted. Unfortunately this then extended to an issue with the bill which, although not spotted until after leaving the restaurant, was also immediately sorted by the Team. I've already booked for 9 of us to return later in May - need to share this amazing restaurant with my friends. Well done, Pho - impressive in every respect.

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