The Best Restaurants In Folkestone
At Folkestone Foodies, we write about the best food in Folkestone. We feature articles about the best restaurants in Folkestone, and the best bars in Folkestone, giving you in-depth insights into the food, the service and the overall experience. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive guide and up-to-date information about where to eat in Folkestone.
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Morena: Is This Folkestone Favourite Really the Whole Enchilada?
When it comes to Mexican food, there’s a certain kind of magic you hope for. A lively buzz, bold flavours, and just the right amount
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Folkestone is full of great places to eat. At Folkestone Foodies we have made it our mission to sample as many restaurants in Folkestone as possible, and showcase what the town has to offer. This site has many feature articles on some of the best places to eat in Folkestone, which you can find on our Eating Out page. New restaurants are appearing in Folkestone all the time, and there is always something exciting to write about, so make sure you subscribe to our mailing list to stay up to date!
Morena: Is This Folkestone Favourite Really the Whole Enchilada?
When it comes to Mexican food, there’s a certain kind of magic you hope for. A lively buzz, bold flavours, and just the right amount
Dawn To Dusk Delights At Folkestone’s New Mocka Bistro
We were lucky enough to be one of the first customers to sit down at a table on Mocka Bistro’s opening day, and we were
Portenio – Harbourside Heaven For Amazing Argentinian Steak
Have you ever experienced an evening that felt like it couldn’t be any more perfect? The kind of magical night where you feel like pinching
Bella Pizza & Pasta – Timeless Italian Charm
As a child, there was a special place my parents would take me to in Hythe called Kipps Italian Restaurant. Sadly, it closed its doors
Rocksalt 12 Years On: Is It Still Worth A Visit?
As our local artists and photographers will tell you, Folkestone is a beautiful seaside town. From perfect picture-postcard scenes of boats bobbing in the harbour,
The Bouverie Tap – Folkestone’s Favourite Local
There are places to eat and drink in Folkestone that you are happy just to visit every once in a while. They are the kind
The Valiant Sailor – A Homely (& Haunted) Hilltop Hideaway
We love Folkestone. We love it for its cool vibe and diversity, among other things. But sometimes it’s just nice to get away from the
The Langhorne – Our New Favourite Restaurant
We had the privilege of attending relaunch night at The Langhorne this week. Speaking to head chef Jack Williams, you can tell from his enthusiasm
Django’s On The Corner – The “Colossal” Corner Café
There are some places in Folkestone that feel like part of the furniture. Whilst there are always new restaurants and cafés popping up in the
Cocomee – A Post-Pandemic Pan-Asian Revelation
When Kalala closed its doors, and we suffered lockdown and the Covid pandemic, I hoped and prayed that another restaurant would open in the iconic
The Folkestone Wine Company – Locally Sourced, Seasonal & Sensational
Folkestone really does have some incredible places to eat. I keep saying it, but it’s true! We are spoilt for choice when it comes to
El Cortador – Tasty Tapas In The Creative Quarter
It’s taken me years to get on board with the idea of tapas. It never really grabbed me in the same way as sitting down
Little Rock – The Most Romantic Of Settings
This beautiful beachside bistro is the little sister of popular restaurant Rock Salt. Much like it’s big brother, it serves a wonderful selection of seafood,
Sotirio’s – A Masterclass In Hospitality
Not only is Folkestone full of great places to eat, but in the little part of town where we live, we happen to be lucky
The Old Buoy – Folkestone’s Hidden Gem
It has been said that Mrs FF and I like the odd drink, and when we go for a pint, we have a few favourite
The Best Bars In Folkestone
It would be wrong of us to overlook the fact that Folkestone has some incredible places to have a drink. We write about some of the best bars in Folkestone on our Drinking Out page.
The Bouverie Tap – Folkestone’s Favourite Local
There are places to eat and drink in Folkestone that you are happy just to visit every once in a while. They are the kind of establishments that are great
The Hidden Bar In Folkestone That You Need A Password To Enter
If you’re going to run a speakeasy and sell liquor illegally, you have to take certain measures to prevent getting shut down by the police. You might, for example, disguise
The Old Buoy – Folkestone’s Hidden Gem
It has been said that Mrs FF and I like the odd drink, and when we go for a pint, we have a few favourite spots we tend to gravitate
The Best Food Stalls, Bar Snacks & Quick Bites In Folkestone
Sometimes you don’t have time for a big meal and you just need a quick snack. Or sometimes you just need to find the best place for lunch in Folkestone. The Folkestone Harbour Arm is full of great places for quick bites, but it’s not the only place in Folkestone. You can find some real hidden gems for lunch if you know where to look.
TPS Bodega: Great Wine & Gourmet Deli Pairings
I love all the quirky places you can go for a drink or a bite to eat in Folkestone. We are spoilt for choice, and
Folkestone Breakfast With Stunning Views: Little Switzerland & Clifftop Cafe
There’s nothing quite like a Full English Breakfast, especially on a gorgeous sunny day in a beautiful seaside town like Folkestone. There’s something very nostalgic
This Bar In Folkestone Serves Live Bacteria & Tests Your Poo
If you’re going to try opening a bar with a unique concept, Folkestone is certainly the place to do that. It is a town full
Burrito Buoy – Mexican Spice And All Things Nice
It seems the food offerings on The Folkestone Harbour Arm, and nearby Goods Yard, are changing all the time. There are some great new additions
Lucky Chip – A Sexy, Gooey, Unctuous Hangover Cure
Sometimes, you just want to indulge in some quick, dirty food. Maybe you’re nursing a slight hangover and are hankering for some salty, fatty goodness.
Sunray Burgers – Ultimate Comfort Food
If you head down to The Goods Yard on The Harbour Arm in Folkestone, you will find it is a great little spot for grabbing
Eating in - Our recipe section, using locally sourced ingredients
We love cooking at home, and we shop locally to support local businesses. We’ve even created recipes with locally foraged ingredients. Take a look at some of our recipes, including some contributions from some of Folkestone’s top chefs!
Pork Chop with Braised Red Cabbage, Glazed Carrots and Cider Jus Recipe by Chef Jack Williams
We’re kicking off a new series on Folkestone Foodies—one I’ve been meaning to launch for a while. The idea is simple: bring you recipes straight from the kitchens of some
Kaju Jhinga Curry – A Decadent BIR Style Cashew Prawn Curry
Some recipes are born out of nostalgia. Others are passed down, scribbled on index cards, or whispered over the phone from one generation to the next. And then there are
BIR Mixed Powder Recipe – The Secret to Restaurant-Style Curries
How do British Indian Restaurant (BIR) curries get that deep, rich flavour? A huge part of it is mixed powder. This spice blend is at the heart of every curry
How to Make the Ultimate BIR Base Gravy for Restaurant-Style Curries at Home
If you’ve ever wondered why your homemade curries don’t quite taste like the ones from your favourite Indian restaurant, the answer probably lies in the base gravy. This secret weapon
Beyond Folkestone - Our Food Adventures On Our Travels Abroad
If you love food and eating out as much as we do, you’ll love our Abroad section, where we share our favourite restaurants from our adventures abroad.
Belgium Beer & Food Tour: Brussels, Ghent & Bruges Itinerary
Belgium is a dream destination for beer lovers, and it turns out, not too shabby for foodies either. It is one of our absolute favourite
Great Places To Eat In Prague & Our Top Attractions
Some cities just pull you in the moment you arrive. Prague is one of those places. A city that whispers its secrets through cobbled streets
Great Places To Eat In Amsterdam – Our Top Picks
Amsterdam has so much more to offer than the red light district and the hash bars that tourists often flock to. It’s the perfect place
