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1. Buenos Aires Nights - Maidstone

4.4

Awesome(1020)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Maidstone

Booked 3 times today

On Maidstone’s bustling High Street, local foodies can discover the bold flavours and prime steaks that Argentina is famous for at Buenos Aires Restaurant. This popular eatery is well known for its friendly service and tasty Spanish tapas menu, which is ideal for sharing with friends and family. There are plenty of traditional Argentines dishes on offer, including empanadas, chorizo and succulent chargrilled fillet steaks with blue cheese or black pepper sauce. Diners can enjoy fine wines from the restaurants hand-picked list and for dessert there are home-made pancakes. If you’re having lunch with friends, dinner with a date, or feeding the whole family, Buenos Aires guarantees great food and good times.

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2. The Loose Chequers

4.3

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

The Loose Chequers is a former 17th century coaching inn. We serve classic pub food and fantastic steaks from our local butcher. Every Friday we have live music in the evening from 8pm. Our range of menus means we can cater for large bookings of over 100 and we regularly do events of this nature.

3. St Leonard’s

4.8

Exceptional(329)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • West Malling

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to St. Leonard’s, a modern British restaurant located in the pretty market town of West Malling in Kent. Open Wednesday to Sunday St. Leonard’s offers modern seasonal a la carte dining, tasting menus, private dining, a set lunch menu, Wednesday steak night, weekend brunch and Sunday roasts alongside a well curated wine-list and classic cocktails.

4. Bliss

4.2

Awesome(3)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Turkish • Maidstone

Welcome to BLISS Restaurant and Bar. We are a modern Meze & Mediterranean Grill restaurant and cocktail bar in Maidstone.We also offer live music from Friday to Sunday from live guitar player to Jazz.

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5. The Romney Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Maidstone

At the Romney Restaurant & Bistro, our chefs use locally sourced ingredients, freshly prepared and served with the attention to detail that you would expect when eating in such a sumptious setting.From the outset it has always been our intention to ensure that wherever possible, the Romney Restaurant & Bistro supports local producers and suppliers, farmers and market gardeners and we are proud to be members of Produced in Kent which helps support this invaluable community.We want to make every occasion truly special so we like our customers to take as much time to enjoy the experience as they want to – we won’t hurry you.Call us or send an email to make a booking, we look forward to welcoming you.

6. The King & Queen

4.5

Awesome(305)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • Maidstone

The King and Queen is a beautiful quintessentially, English country Inn, located in the small village of East Malling, Kent. Located just 5 minutes drive from the M20 the K&Q offers everything you would expect of a 15th century coaching Inn. Serving traditional English food, from 12:00- 21:00 Weds-Sat and 12-19:30 on Sunday, we offer everything from pub lunch and classics to our full a la carte menu. Saturdays we are serving Brunch from 11:00-13:00 and Sundays we serve our famous English roast dinner 12:00-19:30. In addition to the beautiful interior areas there is a large well maintained garden for you to sit out in during the summer months. If you are looking for accommodation the K&Q has 3 double letting rooms, one of which is equipped for disable guests. Each room has private parking and a complimentary, in-room, continental breakfast is provided for you. All tables in the restaurant and accommodation are available to book via our website www.kingandqueeneastmalling.co.uk

7. Stilebridge

4.8

Exceptional(356)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to The Stile Bridge, we have recently re-opened under new ownership and management following our sister restaurant "The Poet at Matfield".We serve food lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, serving drinks & Bar snacks all day.We source all our produce locally, finding inspiration from South America, Asia, South Africa and Europe to bring together a "New World" menu with Wines from across the earth to compliment your meal.

8. Alim-Et

4.8

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

Alim-Et in Larkfield is one of the best and most popular Turkish restaurants in the area. It’s a family-run spot on London Road that’s open for lunch and dinner. Alim-Et as a name is a combination of the names of the two Turkish brothers who founded this restaurant, and to this day they ensure the highest levels of quality and authenticity right across the menu. If premium grilled Turkish meat is your thing, look no further than Alim-Et. It’s worth the trip from wherever you are in the Aylesford area, just be sure to arrive having made a reservation.

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9. 802 at Hamlet Maidstone

3.3

Good(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • East Malling

Booked 1 time today

If you are looking for a stylish, welcoming dining experience, that offers superb food at competitive prices, then look no further than the Hamlet Restaurant!Recently modernised, Hamlet Restaurant compliments the building’s 18th century charm with a modern twist.The food ranges from a variety of traditional English and European cuisine, with a Sunday carvery that is not to be missed! We operate a ‘help yourself’ buffet option at our cold selection table for breakfast along with our Full English Breakfast option.Lunchtime dining offers a choice of two and three course menus available.As for dinner, join us and treat yourself to a pro-active, friendly service for those leisurely after work wind downs, a quick bite to eat, or, a romantic date night – better yet, why not request a conservatory table upon making your reservation to watch the evening draw-in under the stars!

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10. Castle View Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(1797)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Maidstone

Booked 8 times today

At The Castle View Restaurant, we cook the best traditional ingredients as simply as possible, letting the quality of the produce and the magnificent views across the castle’s moat speak for themselves.We have changed the way we operate to ensure a safe and enjoying visit with all new government guidelines in place.Please note we do not accept lunch bookings. The oak-beamed 17th Century setting, offers diners a relaxed atmosphere and spectacular views from the terrace of the 900 year old Leeds Castle beautifully lit at night.

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Samantha
Kent •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A very good time. Lovely meal, very attentive and couldn't fault it at all.
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The King & QueenPrice: Moderate• English• Maidstone
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4.5
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Graham
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Interesting, well presented food served by friendly staff in a very pleasant relaxed atmosphere. The chef shows his talent in making dishes look and taste extra special.
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St Leonard’sPrice: Expensive• Modern European• West Malling
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4.8
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Pam
Kent •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
Good pub grub and a friendly atmosphere in a beautiful setting
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The Loose ChequersPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Maidstone
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4.3
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Jessica
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 4, 2025
The food and service were incredible, the staff are an asset and the food is worth every penny. Celebrated my dad’s 50th and they made the effort of acknowledging it was his birthday and brought out a cake for everyone in the restaurant to sing for him. Thank you!! I didn’t catch the wait staffs name but thank you again.
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Buenos Aires Nights - MaidstonePrice: Expensive• Argentinean• Maidstone
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4.4
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Julie
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation. The live music added such a wonderful touch to our evening. Highly recommended.
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BlissPrice: Expensive• Turkish• Maidstone
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4.2

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1. Buenos Aires Nights - Maidstone

2. The Loose Chequers

3. St Leonard’s

4. Bliss

5. The Romney Restaurant

6. The King & Queen

7. Stilebridge

8. Alim-Et

9. 802 at Hamlet Maidstone

10. Castle View Restaurant

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