Hidden off the main street is The Alley Cafe at the Stepping Stone Studios. From the outside you…read morecan tell its a laid back coffee shop with eclectic decor and retro furniture, outdoor seating and a mini vegetable garden. On offer is baked treats - cake, brownies, savoury tarts and sausage rolls. There are a range of sandwiches from vegetarian, crunchy vegan, italian style, big cheese or farmhouse all made to order. There is the option to have your sandwich on white, brown, pitta, baguette, bagel ot gluten free bread. For the non carb lovers there are 5 salads to choose from as well as smaller nibbles. The space is more than a cafe. It is also a bar and venue for the arts. It offers local Kent ales and cider, uses local produce, shows live music and supports visual artists. There is also yoga, life drawing, art workshops and other events on. With free wifi, reasonable prices and good atmosphere, this is Maidstone's hidden gem.

Wandered past this place a few times and eventually popped in for a very late lunch. The place is…read morequiet and clean with modest decoration, a very relaxing atmosphere. I had the all day breakfast for £6.95 and it was spot on. Freshly cooked and delicious without that awful "my arteries are clogging up" feeling afterwards! Will definitely be back to try a few more dishes and their coffee.

House of Fraser is a really nice department store. A very good size and set in the new Fremlin Walk…read morearea of Maidstone so the building itself is very new and looks impressive! They offer a range of fashion, shoes, make up and homeware. Prices vary and I will admit that a lot is towards the more expensive end. Also has a very nice cafe.

LOVE this store mainly for the ted baker departments but you defo dont mind paying extra for such…read morefantastic items

Young simplified atmosphere in this hidden coffee shop…read more We stop by for a tea, and ended up for a hot chocolate and cake. The latter was have made and quite good IMO.