Want to eat out in Kent? Sugarvine has an extensive directory of the best restaurants and places to eat in Kent, covering every type of cuisine. Whether you’re in the mood for the tastiest Italian, Chinese or pub food, use the Sugarvine guide to point you in the direction of the finest eating places in Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells, Dover and throughout the county.
Without question, the best Italian restaurant for miles around. We have been eating there ever since it opened 10 years ago. The quality has always been superb, including our latest meal on Friday 25th March 2022. Not only is the food wonderful, Alessandro and his staff always make us feel welcome. We will be visiting again very soon.
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneAbsolutely love The Five Bells. The food is always amazing and such a lovely atmosphere with great staff!
The Five Bells – RochesterWednesday, 23 March was my second lunch experience (with friends) at the Vesuvius. The best meals I've ever had in Maidstone would be one way to describe the experiences. Alessandro and his team are truly excellent in every respect and I am truly looking forward to an evening meal there. Jim Myers
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneWhat a lovely find. It was a Monday night so quite quiet but lovely interior, staff were very friendly and helpful. Food portions plentiful and tasty. Only quibble was the garlic mushrooms, possibly tinned and served in a bowl so didn’t look very appealing. We didn’t have desert as too full but observed another tables order and they looked very good. Would definitely return, next time during the day as the outside area looks lovely and quaint. Wooden tables with a pond & water feature.
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableBooked the table for Friday lunch. The food was lovely and good price but unfortunately just for our drinks (water and coke) we were waiting 15 minutes and 50 minutes for the food. Not sure if that’s normal waiting time, however the place is nice.
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableThe best roast dinner we’ve had in a restaurant for a very long while. Meat tender, potatoes crispy, gravy thick and plentiful, fresh veg and a large yorkshire. The staff were helpful and friendly. Great atmosphere. We will definitely be back.
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableFood good but service dreadful. No menu or offer of drinks after 20 minutes waiting. Finally received main course followed by another long wait for desert menu. Having decided on desert we decided not to order as by then it had been two hours for just one course! Service needs to be addressed.
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableVisited Vesuvius Restaurant on a Friday evening for a night out. Had a fantastic dinner. The staff were very welcoming and attentive and the food was great - had a super evening and the prices were very reasonable. Will definitely be back. Thanks to all the staff for the evening, had a lovely time!
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneGreat food, and really amazing garden! Great location for cycling. We will be back!
The Plough and Barn at Leigh – TonbridgeEasy to book online, view the menus and specials in advance. A warm welcome, choice of tables. Simple, clean tableware. Relaxed atmosphere, good food and choice of drinks. 1 mark off service as we had to ask for our bill twice ;-)
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneThis is a lovely independent Italian restaurant. The service is attentive and friendly and the food is of a consistently high quality and there are always some specials to tempt you. There is also a good wine list.
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneWe were a party of 9 and every one of us were delighted with the food! The menu caters for all and each dish is well thought out. The staff were attentive and each course arrived just as we were ready for them. This was impressive considering how busy it was and the supervisor Izzy checked to ensure we were all happy with our meals. Thank you so much for a very enjoyable experience, we will definitely be back!
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableExcellent as always
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableHad a lovely meal, never disappointed with the food. Good service and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend a visit especially Sundays roast!
The Five Bells – RochesterMe and my husband visited on Wednesday evening for the first time, we were not disappointed, the service was great and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Me and my husband both agreed the food was amazing!! Been looking for a good Italian restaurant for a long time before finding this hidden gem and we can't wait to go back. Do not leave without having the tirramasu, it is out of this world!!!
Vesuvius Restaurant – MaidstoneFood was excellent . But we had to wait a bit between courses.
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableOur first Time here,food was excellent.staff lovely. Restaurant has a welcoming feel to it,we loved all the lights. Service was a little slow,but we weren't in a rush. Would highly recommend this place
Chestfield Barn – WhitstableLovely Sunday lunch and helpful and friendly staff.
The Plough and Barn at Leigh – TonbridgeLunch Menu: Monday to Saturday, 1 Course £15.95, 2 Courses £16.95, 3 Courses £19.95.
Sunday Lunch Menu: 1 course £15.95, 2 courses £19.95, 3 courses £23.95
