Best Lunch Restaurants in Hythe

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Cuisine

SeafoodBritishFusion / EclecticGreekGrillComfort Food

Regions

AshfordDoverFolkestoneHythe

Neighborhoods

DoverFolkestoneHytheMonks HortonStowting

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

A photo of The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar restaurant

1. The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(1877)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• English • Hythe

Booked 14 times today

For Christmas bookings from 24th Nov - 25th Dec, please visit www.the-waterfront.co.uk/ChristmasCome and see why The Waterfront was a finalist in the Kent Restaurant of the Year Awards!10ft from the Beach, The Waterfront is a swanky Restaurant & Cocktail Bar specialising in fresh, seasonal and local ingredients. Whether you are dining in with stunning sea views, sitting out on the sun terrace, enjoying cocktails at the bar, or a classic family Sunday roast, the Waterfront provides the ultimate fine-dining experience.Live Music every Wednesday & Friday nights & Sunday Lunchtimes. View all our events on the website https://www.the-waterfront.co.uk Follow us in Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewaterfronthytheTo enquire about group bookings please email reservations@the-waterfront.co.ukInside the restaurant is accessible via stairs and the toilets are on the ground floor. Our outside terrace is wheelchair accessible and the adjacent public toilet has wheelchair access.

2. Rocksalt

4.5

Awesome(7207)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Folkestone

Booked 41 times today

Rocksalt restaurant & bar in Folkestone celebrates the finest local produce & the best the British Isles has to offer. Seasonal ingredients are expertly prepared to create modern and contemporary dishes, served in a relaxed, informal setting with panoramic harbour views. To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@rocksaltfolkestone.co.uk or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

3. Coast Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(292)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Hythe

Booked 3 times today

Coast Restaurant are delighted to have received their first AA Rosette for 15 years! Enjoy the finest locally sourced ingredients served with simplicity and style, with menus that change with the seasons to reflect the seasonality of the produce we use. Coast at the Hythe Imperial offers fine dining in an elegant and relaxed setting. Guests can enjoy modern British cuisine, using locally sourced ingredients that reflect the seasons. Dishes are never over-elaborate and always allow the quality of the ingredients to shine through.Please note that we require a non-refundable deposit of £15pp for tables of 4 and above. For larger tables of over 8 people, please call 01303 267441. If there is a pre booked event in our Coast Restaurant, dinner will be served in our Windsor Lounge.

4. The Radnor Arms

4.7

Exceptional(380)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Folkestone

Booked 3 times today

The Radnor Arms is a welcoming, recently-renovated Victorian pub in the Old Bouverie district of Folkestone. There’s a big, vibrant open dining space and plenty of more intimate, cosy corners. A truly modern public house serving contemporary, global influenced British dishes cooked over fire plus a great selection of local and continental beers, wines and spirits.To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@radnorarmsfolkestone.co.uk or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

5. Little Rock

4.8

Exceptional(996)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Folkestone

Booked 13 times today

Housed in a shipping container behind Platform Two of the old Folkestone Harbour Station, Little Rock is a spectacular new beachside restaurant just off the boardwalk before the entrance to Folkestone Harbour Arm. Explore the stunning indoor and outdoor dining spaces. Proud to serve fresh, local and seasonal fish and seafood, supplied straight from the day boats operating out of Folkestone Harbour and the surrounding Hythe Bay area.To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@littlerockfolkestone.co.uk or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.comPlease note, dogs are not permitted inside the restaurant and only outside on our terrace, weather permitting – sorry for any inconvenience.

A photo of Sotirio's Bar and Restaurant restaurant

6. Sotirio's Bar and Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2457)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Folkestone

Booked 13 times today

Sotirio’s Bar & Restaurant treats guests to a delicious menu of freshly cooked made to order food using only the finest ingredients.We can cater for any dietary requirements and offer vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes on our tasty menu.

7. The Tiger Inn

4.8

Exceptional(310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Stowting

Booked 9 times today

Situated in the picturesque village of Stowting, The Tiger Inn is a true country destination pub. The beautifully designed venue mixes contemporary and classic perfectly - with original features and quirky additions, this reformed pub will offer supreme comfort and class, enabling you to lose yourself within our stunning offering.With real ales, craft beers, cracking wine and freshly prepared food, our ethos is to use the most local and seasonal produce to deliver fantastic gastro food with a twist. With interesting premium dishes and classic pub food done to perfection, The Tiger Inn is a place to suit all palates.

8. Marleys

4.8

Exceptional(299)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• British • Folkestone

Booked 6 times today

Opened in 2018 by local couple Mark & Charly, Marleys is a neighbourhood favourite rooted in fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. What began as a cosy café-restaurant has evolved into something a little more special — a place where elevated casual dining meets warm, down-to-earth hospitality.By day, we serve relaxed walk-in breakfast and lunch with a focus on comforting British flavours and thoughtful touches. By night, Marleys transforms into a more intimate and romantic setting, offering a refined yet welcoming dinner experience with a carefully curated menu and a touch of elegance.Whether you’re joining us for a laid-back brunch or an evening out, you’ll find heartfelt food, a passionate team, and an atmosphere that feels both familiar and beautifully unexpected.Dinner reservations are available in the evenings, while breakfast and lunch remain walk-in only.

9. Dr Legumes

4.6

Exceptional(52)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Folkestone

Based in the coastal town of Folkestone, on the South-East coast of England, Dr Legumes is a Community Interest Company that uses plant-based food as a tool to communicate the ethos of health-conscious food within our local community. We are passionate about blending local and exotic flavours to create a unique plant based dining experience. We are a community interest company, invested in providing accessible workshops to engage our community in the ethos of LIFE.MADE.BETTER Our workshops are designed to engage our local community by using food to promote and focus on health, well-being & sustainability. We facilitate these workshops within the restaurant space at Dr Legumes.

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10. Bay Tree Bar & Grill

4.2

Awesome(72)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Folkestone

The Bay Tree Bar & Grill offers a dinner menu with modern British fayre using locally sourced seasonal ingredients where possible and incorporating a grill section for those wanting something more ‘rustic’. Our food offering is complimented by a comprehensive wine list and our cocktail bar offers a modern and relaxed environment to enjoy from a large range of premium drinks.

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K
Kerry
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The atmosphere was relaxed but vibrant. What a treat to sit and look out over the sea while eating gorgeous food. I had the calamari and the sea bass and it was superb. The staff were friendly and attentive.
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The Waterfront Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• English• Hythe
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4.5
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Jason
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food, outstanding service, beautiful venue.
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The Radnor ArmsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• Folkestone
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4.7
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LeeVIP
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fresh wonderful seafood in a great setting on the beach - service - excellent
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Little RockPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Folkestone
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4.8
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fiona
Kent •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very tasty food staff were great view was stunning
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RocksaltPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Folkestone
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4.5
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Patricia
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Fabulous fine dining. Food and service excellent. Very comfortable and beautiful setting. We really loved it and it was very reasonably priced.
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Coast RestaurantPrice: Expensive• British• Hythe
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4.2