Go for the excellent service and selection of healthy and hearty lunch options. The sushi salad…read morewas delicious and something I hadn't tried before. The restaurant was quaint and located along the river and offered outdoor seating. Every entrée I saw pass by looked outstanding! If I ever return to Canterbury, I will definitely go back!

I have 1 word unbelievable. I was just walking on the dull streets of Canterbury but 1 thing…read morestood out in those streets like a man rising from the sky the enchanted new smell as I walked in was absolutely exquisite . When you go in it transports you to a world where sadness and woe are just a mere oblivion there staff working side by side together like a family the food served straight from the oven there just one more thing to say thank you

Have dined here a few times with my wife and we have never been disappointed. Henri has been…read moreccooking his own style for many years in Worthing, (about 30!!), and is worth a visit. Mainly French cuisine but there are alternatives. They do an excellent 'shoppers' lunch and the evening selection is joyespecially the Magret of Duckling!!! Parking not too bad in the evening.

La Difference is a restaurant which is highly unassuming and the prices amazingly good value. It…read morereminds me a lot the type of French bistro in most small towns in France. There's no real atmosphere to talk of, the decor has not been updated for a while, but its part of its charm because the restaurant is not pretentious and it's about simplicity. Intimate and always busy on Saturday and Sunday evenings, I advise you will need to book or go in early to get a meal. Excellently priced lunch deals, the Normandy buckwheat crepe with mushroom filling and glass of cider was wonderful.

Chez Tonton is outstanding, I've been passing for years meaning to go in and finally did last night…read morethanks to a taste card 2 for 1 offer and I have to say it was excellent, I really am kicking myself it's taken me this long to try it. The food prices are reasonable and the wine is excellent value, £31 for a bottle of Chateauneuf du pape. Tasty food, great wine and a very welcoming and gracious owner really make Chez Tonton a gem of a local restaurant. If you're nearby, or even if you're not it's worth the trip to this great little bistro, it gives Barnét an accent.

Possibly the best french bistro this side of the channel…read more Creme Brulee is the best I have tasted anywhere in the world, although recently I tried the assiette du chef dessert (a little piece of many things) which was equally fantastic, so now i'm torn whenever I go. A meal at Chez Tonton is always an occasion- Eric brings over delicious Kir Royale, and melt in the mouth cubes of garlic bread whilst you select your order. The french onion soup is lovely, as are the rillettes. Lunch is a steal, with 2 and 3 course deals on offer each day. Dinner is somewhat pricier, but worth every penny.

There was not enough snow this year in Hythe, too much salt left.... [5th star]…read more I think the 14x14' dining room is a just a tiny bit too small for 7-9 tables.. [4th star] You don't come here for amazing decor or roomy dining room, just the food which is the absolute best around [The Hythe Brasserie - c review, is the only competition], amazing culinary delights, just as the big sister The Little Bistro in Folkestone [c review] with a little issues. But the small dining room, hand painted tables give a charm to this BOYB lovely bistro. The menu is made daily based on the fresh market. [the salt must be a rare incident]. Open 11:30-3p and for dinner from 7-10p. Reservations for dinner is essential.

Great little restaurant, lots of character and very good cuisine…read more Small seating area but don't let this deter you because it is compensated in the quality of food and the service, if anything it adds to the atmosphere. It has a typically French feel to the place and the food just enhances that. A very tidy menu with a choice for all. The portions may seem a little small but this is French cuisine and it is also reflected in the price. The best part of this little gem is the value for money. There are three options on the menu and the dearest is £7.95 for a three course menu with add-ons depending on your choice of dish. A 3 course meal for 2 with 4 glasses of wine, 1 sparkling water and 2 coffees came to £38.40. I really like this place and it has made my short list of best places to dine in the area.

We've been several times and never had to fault ithowever, last night (27/09/11) for our wedding…read moreanniversary they let us down. Prices up Portions down Service less attentive Cleanliness (water jug/glasses) very poor When we paid they didn't bring us our change so we could sort a tip so we had to ask but they gave us back the wrong bill. We did tip but much smaller as the errors put us off. perhaps it was lack of serving staff (only 2) that made them stressed.

Another string to La Fourchette's bow, could it be that Pascals has finally grown out of its…read moreteething problems? It certainly isn't that the food or surroundings were bad, quite the contrary. It had more to do with poor service - sometimes long waits and seemingly aloof and supercilious waiters. Yet the last time I came we had a much more enjoyable and relaxed encounter altogether, a curteous attitude and efficiency in the kitchen. The food is worth a mention though. Firm favourites for me include the Oysters, Snails, and Monkfish Ragout with a side of Gratin Dauphinois. As you'd imagine, the wine list represents the best of France (push the boat out with a classic Chateauneuf du Pape perhaps) but the new world is equally represented. For the price though, there's still room for improvement.

Pascal is a lovely little bistro/cafe/bar just into Hove, and a great location to sit with a glass…read moreof quality wine and while the evening away. The food is expensive and great quality, but so is everything else here. It's part of the La Fourchette, and so the expectations are summarily high. There's nothing wrong with this kind of quality and prices, I'd say it was perfect for Hove, but it isn't good enough to be more than expensive and for special occasions only. The food is French and excellent: often more seafood-y than other French classics around town, which is better for the more open, bistro-y feeling of the place. The real draw here for me is the wine list: the bistro feel continues onto the expansive and qualitative wine list. Yes it's pricey, but there's little better than a lovely glass of wine in nice surroundings. Comparable to In Vino Veritas in town, Pascal is a nice play to sit with some vino, although it is a bit of a snip. Still, if that appeals to you, like me, once in a while, here's another place to go for tasty bistro nibbles and great wine.

This restaurant is located on the seaside, close to the beach of Sangatte, between Eurotunnel…read morestation and the Blanc Nez cape. Large variety of sea foods, great quality of wines, charming hostess, all in this place is a pleasure. There's a great menu for kids, 7 euros, they can choose between cereal pancake with cheese, mussels, chicken nuggets or beef burger. And they'll certainly be enchanted by crabs and lobsters living in the entrance's aquarium. A walk on the nearby beach will end your day in the best way. More info about menus on the website.

This place is fantastic fabulous tasty and amazing. If you are in the area you must go!! It's been…read morea while since I have been. that is totally due to geographics. All the seafood dishes are beautiful and the amount of food supplied is immense. If you go for dinner then I recommend not eating lunch.

Great food, service and ambiance. I will return again. One of Chelmsfords best kept secretsread more

There are so many amazing hidden gems in Essex, and Russell's Restaurant is one of them…read more The building dates back to 1372, and is a converted barn. Before it was a restaurant, it was a woodshed, where my grandfather would go to buy wood. The restaurant has kept some of the original features, like the beams and high vaulted ceiling, which gives it a very rustic feel. The food is mostly French inspired, but mostly locally sourced (something I always like to see!) For my starter, I had the seared king scallops, which were served with a pea and asparagus compote, black pudding and black truffle oil. Scallops are one of my favourite things, and if it's on a menu it's a pretty safe bet that I'll be ordering it. These, in my opinion, were perfect - which is very high praise, as scallops are really easy to get wrong. These were perfectly seared and crisp on the outside, but really juicy inside - not at all stringy (which is the worst!) and the combination of asparagus, black pudding and truffle oil was divine. My dinner date had the chicken liver parfait, a pate served on toasted brioche with a sultana and sauternes jus. This was followed by a main course of duck - a seared Gressingham duck breast served with duck rillette bon bons, roasted pommes de cocotte potato and sauteed pak choi with cumberland jus. The duck was beautifully cooked, and the meat was meltingly tender. For my main course, I went for the Tournedos Rossini, served medium rare. The aged fillet of Aberdeen Angus beef was served on top of a potato and parsnip rosti, and was topped with seared foie gras, baby spinach, truffle oil and a wild mushroom jus. Basically, it was a whole list of my favourite ingredients on top of one another, and it was delicious. The flavours were delectable, and the whole dish was presented impeccably. After dinner I went for a coffee followed by a coconut and Malibu pannacotta topped with toasted coconut and sweet candied pineapple. The standard of the food and service is really impressive - and the venue has a lot of character, and for the quality of the meal, the price is really quite reasonable.

Found this place as it was the top restaurant on trip adviser. Was able to request a table online…read moreand reviewed a voicemail shortly after to confirm. On arrival, Madame welcomed us and offered to translate the menu! We have it a go but a couple of words sailed over us. A 3 course meal from a set menu for €34, they also suggested traditional French drinks. Had a lovely leisurely meal and noticed that the rest of the clientele were a mixture of locals and returning tourists - a good sign! A little gem in the heart of Calais

From the owner: Elégance au menu Les plats servis sont très fins et raffinés. La lecture seule de la carte met déjà…read morel'eau à la bouche : brochette d'agneau sauce Charon ou encore le filet de rascasse aux parfums du midi. Le décor est tout comme les mets, recherché et d'une grande élégance. L'établissement a également la particularité d'assurer le service jusqu'à 22 heures non-stop.

EXCELLENT FOOD! The staff was very friendly and attentive…read more The menu was creative, and the establishment was beautiful with an outside garden. I ordered the muscles for an appetizer, which was amazing. And i highly recommend the Duck or Lamb for an entree. My sister and i had both and we were very happy!

Really really nice, sustainable, local food in a congenial atmosphere! This place is a real…read morestandout, and definitely a must-go if you're spending time in Dover. Walking in, the decor and signage is very inviting, sleek and cute without being too twee. Inside is very nice, but it was a lovely night and we asked to be seated in the garden. A good call! The garden is not heated, but the high walls shield the tables against wind which is really nice in the summertime. Menu is short and very seasonable, with a tasty and well-edited wine list, most in the 14 - 17 GBP range with the exception of a few special celebratory bottles. Really nice concept. We chose our meals from specials on the chalkboard and were treated to a lovely salad before our mains arrived. My partner had the 21 day aged grilled sirloin, and I had an amazingly tender and flavorful beef in red wine sauce, which paired perfectly with the French red (Chateau de Lancyre Vieilles Vignes) we chose. So nice! We ended the meal with a couple of coffees and a dark chocolate cake, which was absolutely gorgeous. We were assisted by two servers, both of whom could not have been any nicer, more knowledgeable, or professional. Overall a top-notch experience in Dover!