I had originally bookmarked the Sandwich Bar as a place to try for lunch when visiting Canterbury,…read morebut when we walked into that restaurant, the sitting space inside was just a row of bar stools against the window and a bench outside. Apart from the lack of seats, also realized when we got there that we didn't really feel like a sandwich and since we were hungry, just decided to go next door to the Burger Bros, and am very glad we did so! I really like the vibe of this place, and it's mixed identity. So it's a wine bar called Alberrys and then the back/ kitchen is the Burger Bros restaurant space. They were playing cool laid back 70s tunes and I liked the juxtaposition of music with the Americana style menu. Plus they have free wifi and that is an excellent bonus - just ask the server for the password. I ordered a vegetarian slider and a cider and my other diner got a Cajun burger and a mango/orange fruit juice and we split the fries, which were totally fantastic and not at all greasy and nor did they gave that stale oil taste. My veggie slider arrived on a wooden chopping board (cool way to serve the food) and was overflowing with mushroom and roasted red peppers and Haloumi cheese (you could choose between Haloumi or blue cheese and I went with the servers suggestion). I also liked the crunchiness of the fried onion ring and eggplant so the burger's fillings came together in a beautiful medley of fresh and juicy flavours. If there is one thing I would have preferred for next time is that the burger be cut into two, as this would have made it easier to pick up and eat. Cost for two drinks, two burgers and a shared bucket of fries was £25 (rounded down), so not too bad. Oh the ladies loo was a funny experience as I couldn't find toilet paper until I looked up! The roll is placed super awkwardly and I was stretching my hand to get some paper.

Small bar/club over two floors. Really tiny and cramped inside, especially downstairs so not very…read morenice when it's busy! Different atmosphere though and they do great jugs of cocktails - look out for happy hour!

This venue was previously the Welshwood Pub, now reinvented as La Cascada. It specialises in…read moreSpanish cuisine Monday to Saturday, from the resident Spanish chef, switching to an English chef serving roasts on a Sunday. The hosts and staff were very welcoming and accommodating to our family of four - two adults and two young children. Alongside the spanish menu sits the childrens menu, serving a limited range of kid friendly meals, all of which appealed to our two, whilst we enjoyed a selection of superb tapas from the menu. The atmosphere was relaxed, with a number of other families dining in the restaurant. To the rear of the restuarant, lies a patio with tables and beyond that, the garden, laid to lawn - a good sized area. On Sundays in the summer, the menu offers a traditional roast, or a barbeque (weather permitting) which is very popular. Overall, this resutaurant gets a big thumbs up for friendliness of the staff, quality and presentation of the food and accommodation of the dining guests. We'll definitely be returning.

Lovely Tapas, tasteful music, amazing Paella, friendly staff... What more can you ask for!read more

This, was a ruddy wonderful place. Came here with friends after a show, the staff were friendly and…read moreaccommodating, and the bouncers were Lovely, but with a no nonsense approach. I never once felt nervous. There's a long bar at the front, and a little cocktail bar at the back, which is impressive for a petite venue. I was walked over to the cocktail bar, and told I could order anything I wanted, any cocktail off the top of my head, or just say what I liked and they'd match it. I listed of floral, sour and gin, and was presented with a super tasty gin based jade princess. The music was great, areas to sit and dance too. Cocktails are not cheap, but they're very much worth it. A lot of people do seem to come here on the pull, which isn't my scene, and those who approached never pestered, which is wonderful. An all round nice environment!

Our grandmother, who lived in Cliftonville, would take us to the Smuggler's, and it was always a…read moretreat. I think it's worth the trip if you want a nice English meal with no frills. The service was excellent.

Expensive but nice restaurant in the middle of Birchington. This restaurant is at the top end of…read morethe price range in thanet but well worth it, good food, great service and a really lovely atmosphere, quiet with some excellent tables, including some hidden away in little nooks and cranies. Not the biggest place, but that just makes it nicer.

Now called Richard Phillips at Chapel Down, this wine bar and restaurant is the serious drinker's…read moreworst nightmare - a great venue, serving delicious wine, that's completely inaccessible by public transport! I've only ever been to the bar, but with its cask lined walls and comfy armchairs it makes for a really cosy place to relax and explore the vineyard's excellent selection of wines. Moreover, if you visit on a sunny day you also have the option of sitting outside on their adjoining terrace, which has stunning views of the Kentish countryside. It may not be the cheapest place for a drink, but I've found Chapel Down's wine to be consistently good and it's definitely well worth a visit. Of course, if you can't find a nice, sober person to drive you there and back and you don't feel like hiking, there is a shop downstairs which sells all of their wines to take away. It also does tastings and sells a range of deli products which are perfect for a snack or a spur-of-the-moment picnic in the countryside.

Situated in the heart of Brighton, Veeno adds a bit of Italian charm in England's most famous…read moreseaside resort town. It's a simple menu serving family produced Scilian wine and Italian meats and cheese. What's not to love?! The warm and welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff makes you want to come back again! Must try: Pomodori Secchi Bruchette, Espresso Martini

Came here for birthday cocktails after a day on the beach and it was just delightful. The staff was…read morewarm and friendly, and the wine cocktails were beautiful and delicious! Could not have asked for a more wonderful place to end the evening. Will absolutely be back the next time we are in Brighton and it is a must-do for anyone in the area. Thank you so much to the Veeno team for making my day even more special than it already was!

Have been here twice now and the food and service was excellent, not cheap but worth a visit. There…read moreis no parking at the restaurant but plenty close by. I would definitely recommend you try.

Have been here a few times and have always had a great experience…read more We received personalised attention by the owners, catering for every ocassion and helping us pick the best wine to pair with a meal or enjoy on its own merits. Each time we've been there they ask about the last wine we bought and how we enjoyed it with food, etc. They take the time to get to know their customers and build a sense of community with everyone that walks into the shop.

I absolutely LOVE this place! I'm new to the area...country, in fact! It has a really chill and…read moreopen atmosphere, which for someone like me, makes it extremely easy to meet new people. The wine is very unique, organic, and exciting for wine connoisseurs!!! The owner, Jesal, is very informative and there's always new great finds. I recommend this place to anyone who enjoys a great glass and atmosphere with class! I live in the community and there are often special events, which include wine tasting and social gatherings. Great hidden gym, in my opinion!

Such a pretty restaurant! It has such a lively atmosphere, and the staff are all happy and…read morewelcoming. The menu was great, and my lunch was so scrumptious. I came here with my Mum once and absolutely loved it, and it's a regular lunch spot for my Mum and Grandma. It feels really authentic and it's overall such a pretty restaurant. I would definitely recommend here, however I do remember it being quite tightly packed so it may not be idealistic for wheelchair users. Other than this, it's a very lovely place with a great menu and not overpriced.

Sevenoaks is a small town with oh-so-many coffee and lunch places. I was amazed when this opened as…read moreit offers sandwiches, coffees, light lunches and drinks - just like SO many other places just feet away. Even Strada, a perfectly respectable joint, is only some 20 yards distant and their cooked lunch menu is so similar that one wonders at the sheer nerve of the Soprano people!!! Anyway, their coffee was rounded, not bitter, and their lunch and dessert pleasant (gnocchi with Gorgonzola & walnuts, lemon cake). The prices were reasonable. The staff a little dreamy & the decor is 'unpretentious Italian restaurant'. It's been very well supported initially. Watch this space because, unbelievably, another Italian deli place has opened in the last fortnight down the road: Valentino's. Sevenoaks, haven of the Middle Classes, is now surely the Little Italy of Kent!!! I'll be writing to The Telegraph..........