A Foodie Trip to Margate, England.

A Foodie Trip to Margate, England.

Lily Belle
This is a personal list of the best places to eat and drink in Margate, Kent. For all of you looking for the best coastal towns to visit in England this Summer, why not visit Margate? With great transport connections from central London, this coastal town is un-missable. Not only will you find golden beaches and blue bays (on a sunny day), this town is beautiful in its individual way. Included in this guide: 🥘 Where to eat; Margate is a small town that is packed with great independent dining experiences. Sea food to pizza, there will be something for everyone. 🍷Where to drink; summer days mean cocktails and beers with the warm wind on your face. Margate has a great bar scene, with enough places to hop around town all night. ⛺️Where to stay; I have selected the best places depending on budget, location and comfort. 🎡 What to see and do; with guidance on where to find the sea-side classics, the vintage finds and art galleries. Margate is home to Dreamland, a vintage fairground, and is full of traditional sea-side fun. It is also home to the Turner Contemporary Art Museum and other artistic venues. This is a locals guide, so you can trust that these recommended venues are tried, tasted and adored.
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Coffee:

Big Shot
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High Tide Social & Play Cafe
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Garage Coffee Roasters
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GIANT COFFEE MARGATE
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Breakfast:

Oast
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High craft bakery with a great atmosphere.
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The Good Egg Neighbourhood Restaurant Margate
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Madre Margate
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This is a small family run bakery in the centre of Margate. The warm welcome you will receive matched with the beautifully crafted baked goods, makes this spot a must needed morning pick-me-up.
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The Bus Café
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A bus on the beach? Yep, and its food does not disappoint.
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Forts
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Hidden in a remote corner of Margate, this brunch spot is hardly forgotten. Their scrambled eggs/tofu is unbeatable!
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Curve Coffee - Cafe & Store
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If you are needing a specialty coffee fix on a morning after bar crawling, try Curve. A refreshing interior as well as the healthy food.
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Cliffs
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Cliffs is a coffee shop, barbers and vinyl shop all in one. Its vibe is never a miss!
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Daisy
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Mexican brunch… what can go wrong? Nothing! I love this tucked away gem. Great tasting food and friendly service.
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The Dalby Cafe
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Who doesn't love a traditional British fry-up?
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Lunch:

Dorys
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Intimate fine dinning in a picturesque location.
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Buoy and Oyster: Restaurant & Seafood bar
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For a romantic sit down meal with a view of the beach, or for a high quality seafood takeaway, go here.
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The Greedy Cow Cafe
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A great al fresco dinning option for lunch in Margate Old Town.
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The Old Kent Market
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There is something for everyone in this quirky gem.
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Sub Rosa
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Palms Pizzeria
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A must try spot for dine in or take away, one slice or a whole pizza.
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INTERNATIONAL FOOD CENTRE
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The Pickled Fox
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Peter's Fish Factory Margate
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WILDES
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A good spot any time of day, but its specialty comes flowing at twilight.
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Off the hook pizza
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Dinner:

Colina Restaurant
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Cinque Ports
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Go with empty stomachs and a thirst for specialty cocktails.
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Bottega Caruso
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Incredibly delicious authentic Italian food. Great service and intimate spot.
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Angela's
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If you are looking for quality seafood, don't miss Angela's.
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Pan Asian Cusine in Margate
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A consistent favorite for Pan Asian cuisine.
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Aspendos Margate
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Great Turkish food served in a restaurant that will transport you to Ancient Europe.
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Casa Pizzeria
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SARGASSO
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Drinks:

The Sun Deck
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A party on the beach! Let the beats make you bop and the drinks make you sway.
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Fez
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I promise, you are not in a vintage store. You are in a funky micro-bar. You won't be short of amusement with all the art around.
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Xylo Brewing Ltd
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The Glass Jar
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Every drink on the menu is as cool as this bars vibe.
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The Wig & Pen
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The Bull's Head
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Bar Nothing
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STREETS Margate
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The Tap Room
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Rose in June
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Margate Harbour Arm
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The George & Heart House
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La Cantina by Bottega Caruso
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Pomus Margate
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HIGH DIVE
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Places to stay:

Selina Margate & Cowork
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Fort Road Hotel
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No42 by GuestHouse, Margate
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Premier Inn Margate hotel
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CloudZen
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Things to see and do:

Traditional seaside =

Dreamland Margate
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Margate Amusements
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Lost Island Adventure Golf
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Margate Beach
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Strokes Adventure Golf
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Margate Caves
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Shell Grotto
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Sea Scrub Sauna Margate
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Crab Museum
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Ramsay & Williams Ice Cream Bar
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Ice-cream by the sea? Of course!
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Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe
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Bugsy's Tenpin Bowling
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Art and literature exploration =

Turner Contemporary
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Old Town
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Margate Museum
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The Old Bank Bookshop - Pilgrims Hospices
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The Margate Bookshop
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Some Nice Things
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Margate Photo Lounge
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Where Else?
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Clayspace Studios
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Vintage hunting=

Madam Popoff Vintage
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King's Emporium
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Paraphernalia
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Breuer & Dawson
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Whistle Dixie
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Ghost Papa
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Lost Property
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Maman House
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Fuud London
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Sea vintage Margate
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lily Belle
If you are looking for European city breaks, with tips on how to travel sustainably, or you are looking for advice about vegan/vegetarian eateries around the globe, you are in the right place. + All UK based guides/maps are FREE! + International guides/itineraries are FREE (please consider the detail and time put into making them and tip if you find my service helpful). + Tailored trips are of varying cost, contact me for further information.
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