Where to Eat & Drink
Ramsgate has a wide range of places to eat and lots of highly rated drinking establishments.
Click here for the Eating & Drinking Maps.
“A trip to the seaside isn’t complete without fish and chips”
Click here for the Fish & Chip Shop Map.
Featured Restaurants
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Marc-Pierre’s Kitchen
Located in a listed building directly overlooking Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour Marina, the husband and wife team of Marc & Anastasiya Campos offer a contemporary take on classic European cuisine. Classic dishes with a fine sprinkling of fusion flair.
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The Royal Harbour Brasserie
With an unrivalled position on the harbour arm in Ramsgate, the Royal Harbour Brasserie recreates the relaxed style of the original Parisienne brasseries.
Select from our A la carte menu or choose from our home-baked patisseries.
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Flavours by Kumar
Based in Ramsgate, Flavours by Kumar is a sharing experience….. and dares you to lose yourself in the sensuous world of spice. “Food for me has always been an adventure. My aim is to convey my passion for Indian cuisine in a way which gives you a taste of perfect Indian dishes. I hope you enjoy a taste of the traditional cuisine of the Indian sub-continent – Chef Anil Kumar”.
Featured Cafes
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Staple
An artisanal bakery and café with outside seating. Famous for its “cruffins” (croissants baked in muffin tins with fillings), almond croissants, and various sourdough breads.
You pick sandwiches, savoury snacks (quiches and vegetarian sausage rolls) and pastries yourself and pay at the till.
Staple is also open in the evening (Thursday – Saturday) for wine and food.
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Dog friendly | Featured Cafe | Food & Drink | Gallery | Gluten free | Vegan | Vegetarian
Vincent’s
(CAFÉ | GALLERY SPACE)
Vincent’s is located in Spencer Square in the little hut overlooking the Tennis Courts. They are open for breakfast and lunch.
A friendly place serving good Coffee and homemade Cakes.
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Giant Coffee
The Giant Coffee Café is a cosy spot with friendly staff, specialising in Brazilian single-origin coffee and plant-based, vegan treats.
It is tucked away on the ground floor of the Old Wine Warehouse in Charlotte Court, and has lots of outside seating. A real hidden gem.
Featured Pubs & Bars
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The Queens Head
(RUBY’S KITCHEN | WILSON’S COMEDY CLUB)
Ramsgate harbour’s No.1 Live Music venue. The very best in local live music every weekend!
Pop-Up kitchen “Ruby’s” serving homemade authentic Curries.
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Penelope
(PLAT DU JOUR | BOTTLE SHOP)
A popular Natural wine bar and bottle shop.
The venue focuses on “vinyl-listening” with a high-quality sound system and regular DJ sets from “top selectors”.
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Cocktails | Dog friendly | Featured Pubs & Bars | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Music Venue | Vegan | Vegetarian
Seabird Café Bar
Seabird is a contemporary Café/Bar serving craft cocktails, tasty low intervention wines, small batch beer, bar snacks and seasonal plates. Included in The Good Food Guide in 2025, Seabird is the ideal spot for lunch, dinner or drinks. Cosy and intimate in the winter, with a sun trap garden in the summer.
More Places To Eat & Drink
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Enoteca
A stylish and cosy Café/Bar with outside seating overlooking the Royal Harbour Marina.
They serve a breakfast menu all day along with, fresh Panini’s, pizzas, salads, baguettes and platters to share.
At night Enoteca is a lively cocktail bar with music.
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Horse & Groom
This town center pub plays host to great live music gigs! With cover bands performing tracks from various decades, plus an array of local solo artists and duos spanning all kinds of genres, there’s something to cater for all musical tastes. Hosts local bands most Friday and Saturday nights, as well as Sunday afternoons.
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Silvers Showbar
Silvers Showbar is a large bar and event space that specializes in themed bottomless brunches, and private celebrations. Hosts tribute acts, live bands, and DJs playing house and club classics. Provides dedicated Kids Party packages that include a soft play area, dance floor for discos, and private bar areas for parents.
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The Granville Theatre
(COAST CAFÉ | NOA ROOFTOP BAR | CHUCKL. COMEDY CLUB)
600 seater Theatre, Café, Bar & Event space. The venue hosts theatrical productions, cinema, comedy, dance, music events and workshops.
The Coast Café Bar and the Noa Rooftop Bar are part of the theatre complex.
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Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Vegan | Vegetarian
The Home Front Tea Room
Take a step back in time at the Home Front Tea Room, with its authentic 1940’s interior; there’s something about the collective bygone memories this place triggers that resurrects the spirit of camaraderie and friendship of a lost age.
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Petticoat Lane Emporium
(LOFT CAFÉ)
The concept of Petticoat Lane Emporium is to provide a pleasant, secure environment where Traders and Public alike can browse 100’s of stalls dedicated to Vintage, Retro, Craft and Antique goods.
The Loft Café, known for it’s homemade cakes, good coffee, and fresh locally sourced food is situated on the first floor.
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Activity | Attraction | Cafe Bar | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gallery | Music Venue | Vegetarian
Ramsgate Boating Pool
(CAFÉ | BAR | GALLERY SPACE)
The boating pool was originally a bandstand with a tea pavilion, opened in August 1929.
Today it’s a family friendly bar, cafe, pizza and live music venue with art exhibitions.
The boating pool has pedalos you can hire during the summer holidays.
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Activity | Cafe Bar | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Ice-cream Parlour | Vegetarian
Frankie’s at the Beach
(CHILDREN’S FUNFAIR)
Frankie’s at the Beach is located right on Ramsgate Main Sands. They serve freshly cooked 6oz steak burgers and have a popular selection of German Bratwurst and footlong hotdogs.
They have a huge variety of ice creams, including Mr Whippy sundaes, waffles, and over 40 different flavours.
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The Fermentorium
Welcome to the Ramsgate home of craft beer. Fermented foods. Weird and wonderful events. DnD, Board games and all round Nerd haven. Come for the brews, stay for the vibes. Beer enjoyers and nerds of the highest order.
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Cafe Bar | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gallery | Gluten free | Music Venue | Shop | Vegan
Violets
(FLORIST | CAFÉ | BAR | GALLERY SPACE)
Florist stocking a range of seasonal flowers and grab n go bunches.
Coffee shop offering a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and light bites.
Bar providing evening entertainment events.
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The Churchill Tavern
(ROOSTYS RESTAURANT)
Over the years, The Churchill Tavern has transformed from being the site of the Isabella Baths (1816), a boarding house and the Paragon Hotel (1868), the Van Gogh Pub (1961), Steptoe’s Pub (1983) and finally to it’s current state as The Churchill Tavern (1988).
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Bedford Inn
The Bedford Inn is a fantastically, vibrant community hub, in the heart of Ramsgate, recognised for its classic menu, long history and beautiful interior. The décor features candlelit tables, a brick fireplace and a beautiful private garden. The restaurant operates from within the historic public house, built 1874.
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Coastal Bar
Coastal Bar is the perfect Ramsgate harbour-side spot for great drinks and good vibes. With over 1,000 spirits and mixers, there’s something for every taste, from classic cocktails to adventurous creations.
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Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Pubs & Bars | Restaurant | Vegan | Vegetarian
Perico Lounge
Our Lounge is a home-from-home, offering delicious food and drinks, all day, on your doorstep. We exist to bring people together and our unique atmosphere changes hour by hour with each new wave of customers. We are proud of our Lounge and its community and our aim is simple: every customer leaves happy.
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The Alley Bar
The Alley Bar, in the basement of Salt House Barbers, hosts regular live performances, performance workshops, and open mic events.
Members only venue – offering temporary memberships to non-locals and tourists visiting Ramsgate.
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Activity | Cafe Bar | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Restaurant | Vegan | Vegetarian
Stonelees Golf Centre
(FAIRWAYS KITCHEN | AMERICAN GOLF SHOP)
Stonelees has a golf course for the beginner, a golf course for the “average” or improving player, and a golf course for the low-handicapper. This Kent golf centre possesses a floodlit driving range, a teaching centre, a putting green, a popular and remarkably realistic golf simulator, and a fully licensed bar and restaurant.
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Arch Bar Lounge & Kitchen
A comfy lounge bar, right on Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour. DJ on Saturday nights and a fabulous breakfast and all day food menu. Over 21s from 7pm.
Dogs are welcome on our premises. Water bowls. Free doggie treats.
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Cafe | Food & Drink | Gallery
Dawnie’s Coffee Shop
(GALLERY SPACE)
A friendly community coffee shop that provides top quality coffee and food in heart of Ramsgate. Serves Hot drinks & Shakes, Sweet & Savoury snacks including homemade sausage rolls, beef and vegetable pasties, freshly made soup, toasties, and baguettes.
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Accommodation | Food & Drink | Hotel | Music Venue | Pubs & Bars | Restaurant | Spas & Therapy rooms | Vegan | Vegetarian
The San Clu
(BAR | BRASSERIE | FITNESS CENTRE | BEAUTY CLINIC)
The San Clu Hotel is a 3 star hotel overlooking Ramsgate beach and ideally located close to Ramsgate town centre with local amenities and public transport facilities.
It has 44 rooms, all of which have air conditioning, a work desk, free wifi and a flat screen TV.
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Sir Stanley Gray
(THE SEAVIEW BAR & RESTAURANT)
A family friendly restaurant and bar. Our stunning restaurant overlooks Pegwell Bay and includes alfresco dining on our sundeck terrace. We offer all day dining from an extensive menu of meat choices, fish dishes, sharing platters and delicious homemade desserts.
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Coffee Shack
Great coffee with soya and oat milk options. Freshly made sandwiches, salad bowls and ice-cream and slush!
Outside seating only. Take away.
Dog friendly. Dog bowl with fresh water supplied.
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Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Shop
The Toll Gate Kiosk – Treats & Treasures
Treats & Treasures have two premises in Ramsgate, a small cafe and ice-cream/souvenir/gift shop at the octagonal sea front kiosk in Victoria Gardens and a sister shop in Effingham Street, that serves as the primary gift shop and “home base” for Treats & Treasures.
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Royal Victoria Pavilion (Wetherspoon)
The largest Wetherspoons pub in UK. The pub covers approximately 16,500 square feet of customer space with two floors, two large bars, and around 350 tables.
Its prime location offers expansive sea and harbour views from both the ground-floor beachfront terrace and the first-floor roof deck.
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Manston Golf Centre
(THE TENTH CAFÉ BAR | RASCAL BAY ADVENTURE GOLF | GOLF SHOP)
Manston has excellent facilities including a 9 hole golf course, floodlit 24 bay driving range, Kent golf superstore, custom fitting specialist and Positive Impact Golf academy, coaching out of a fully equipped studio with all the latest technology.
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Food & Drink | Gluten free | Restaurant | Vegan | Vegetarian
Ramsgate Tandoori
Ramsgate Tandoori is an award winning restaurant and takeaway, that serves the community excellent indian cuisine ever since the day we opened our door in 1988.
We are a 30 second walk from the harbour!
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Activity | Cocktails | Food & Drink | Gallery | Music Venue | Pubs & Bars
Ramsgate Arts Club
(VAULT COMEDY CLUB | GALLERY SPACE)
Bar in the basement of the old wine warehouse. Open Thursday to Sunday evenings.
Serves 20+ Craft beers from local Kent breweries, hand picked wines from across the globe, cocktails, cheese & charcuterie and small plates!
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Elephant & Castle
A welcoming, “proper” local pub with a cozy interior and live music at the weekends. The pub features a, U-shaped layout with a bar area, a games area with two dart boards and a pool table, and a rear deck/garden area overlooking Boundary Park.
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Activity | Attraction | Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Great outdoors | Walking
Pegwell Bay Country Park (Nature Reserve)
(CAMPUCCINO’S | SALTY SEAL CAFÉ)
The park acts as the entrance to a nature reserve and the rare flora and fauna here make this an area of national importance. This stretch of windswept coastline includes chalk cliffs, mud flats, saltmarsh and sand dunes, and is an important habitat for bird species.
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The Greek Arch
Family run Taverna, situated on The Royal Harbour walls, providing rustic and authentic Greek Cypriot cuisine.Family run Taverna, situated on The Royal Harbour walls, providing rustic and authentic Greek Cypriot cuisine. Hosts “Greek Nights” featuring live traditional entertainment and specialized meze menus.
Live Music, private functions catered for.
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Royal Temple Yacht Club
(MARINA VIEW RESTAURANT)
We take great pride in our club, its facilities and the great reputation the Royal Temple Yacht Club has earned over the years for its hospitality. Each room features a TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities. Most rooms have an en suite bathroom; the single rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities.
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Clique Bar
A Bar, Dance club & Nightclub with an extensive Cocktail Menu. Stunning views of the Royal Harbour Marina.
DJs play a mix of Afrobeats, bashment, pop, drill, house, and dancehall. Club nights and occasional live music.
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Mariners Bar
Thanet’s most authentic nautical themed bar in the heart of Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour. Dogs are welcome on our premises. Water bowls. Free doggie treats.
Live music on Friday & Saturday nights.
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Peter’s Fish Factory
A popular, friendly and efficient traditional fish and chip shop known for its fresh seafood, crispy batter, and generous portions. Situated near the harbour, it offers both takeaway and eat-in options, frequently receiving high praise for its quality and value.
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GADDS – The Ramsgate Brewery
(TAP ROOM SHOP | TOURS | FESTIVALS)
GADDS (The Ramsgate Brewery), established in 2002, is an award-winning independent microbrewery. Using local East Kent hops, they supply many pubs and bars throughout Thanet, they also have the freehold of The Montefiore Arms.
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The Honeysuckle Inn
The Honeysuckle Inn is a beautiful 17th century pub in Ramsgate. Friendly staff serving local ales and ciders. Music every Thursday. Front and side beer garden.
Visitors describe it as having a ‘boho vibe’.
Dogs are welcome in the bar.
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Cafe Bar | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Vegan | Vegetarian
Ship Shape Café Bar
Start your day the Shipshape way. From smashed avocado & poached eggs on sourdough to Greek yoghurt bowls packed with fruit, we’ve got your mornings covered.
Situated under the arches on the Royal Harbour, we offers scenic views and a “proper café” experience.
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Cafe Bar | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Vegan | Vegetarian
Njord Café Bar
Njord is a contemporary, Scandi-inspired venue located in Cliffsend, overlooking Pegwell Bay. It functions as a versatile “all-rounder” that transitions from a bright daytime café to a vibrant evening bar.
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Harbour Bar
Harbour Bar is a public house situated in the centre of town. Open every day from 11am. Great Prices, Karaoke at weekends.
The distinctive “lighthouse” mural on the outside of the pub serves as a homage to the sea, specifically referencing the shipwreckers who historically lured sailors to the Ramsgate shores.
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Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Shop | Vegan | Vegetarian
Plunder
(BOOK SHOP | CAFÉ)
Book shop showcasing new titles and special editions of classics. Great coffee with cow and oat milk options. Amazing cake with gluten-free and vegan options available.
New walk-through attraction Thanet Smuggler Experience opening 2026.
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Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Music Venue | Restaurant | Vegan | Vegetarian
Jah Jah
A trendy restaurant serving Caribbean-inspired cuisine, and a selection of cocktails and rums. Located in the heart of Ramsgate, it is a great place to meet up for a casual catch-up with friends and family, or to just sit and people-watch in the quieter afternoons.
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Cafe | Featured Attraction | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Museum | Vegan | Wet weather
Ramsgate Tunnels
(TUNNELS TEA SHOP | MUSEUM | GIFT SHOP)
Beneath Ramsgate lies an abandoned labyrinth of tunnels which extends for more than 3 miles around the town. This unique underground city was constructed as part of the town’s Air Raid Precautions in 1939 and includes a former main line railway tunnel dating back to 1863.
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Rokka
A fusion of Café, Bar and Restaurant boasting a vibrant atmosphere and stunning location.
By day, ROKKA adopts a bustling coffee lounge persona offering a modern menu of Greek Meze, Pizza, Burgers & Salads.
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Coco Latino
Ramsgate’s only Latino Bar & Bistro. It’s also an ‘exclusive chocolate’ café. Serves Mediterranean food, excellent cocktails and amazing hot chocolate.
It’s in a lovely location overlooking the Marina at Ramsgate Royal Harbour. There’s lots of seating outside and it’s spacious and comfortable inside.
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CUBO Pizzeria
Pizzeria overlooking Ramsgate Royal Harbour, great view from the outdoors seating area.
The menu focuses on traditional handmade Italian pizzas using organic Italian flours and tomatoes, paired with fresh produce from local farmers. Popular options include the Margherita, Patatosa (potato pizza), and the Parma (Parma ham, rocket, and parmesan).
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Belle Vue Tavern
Belle Vue quite literally means ‘beautiful view’ – and for generations it’s been more than just a pub. It’s where locals, visitors, and families have gathered to share a pint, swap stories, and watch the tide roll in and out together.
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Sorbetto
There has been an ice cream parlour at 76 Harbour Parade for over 70 years. In 2014, the parlour was bought by Nick and Rachel who are continuing the tradition of great Italian ice cream at the Ramsgate seaside.
We also serve hot drinks including Illy coffee and a rather special hot chocolate along with toasties, cakes and waffles.
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Cafe Bar | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Restaurant | Vegan | Vegetarian
New Belgium Bar
A funky, innovative fully licensed bar, housing various international eateries/street food vendors, who offers a variety of options including pizzas, pasta, and burgers. They serve ABK draught beers and have a wide range of beverages. Coffee, pastries & cakes are also available.
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Activity | Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Vegan | Vegetarian
Union Yoga + Café
We’re a friendly, welcoming & lovingly designed yoga studio and café in the seaside town Ramsgate.
The cafe serves home made food and sweet treats, speciality coffee, a wide range of hot & cold drinks and a simple, nourishing vegetarian menu.
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Queen Charlotte
The Queen Charlotte is a quirky little pub off the beaten track. It has Craft Beers on tap, local cask Real Ales, local ciders as well as all the usual tipples and there’s often events at the weekend which are always free!
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Activity | Attraction | Cafe | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Music Venue
Ellington Park
(CAFÉ | BOOK SHOP)
Ellington Park is a Victorian 12 acre park with over 400 trees and rolling Victorian landscape and was set out by landscape designer Cheal & Son in 1893.
Café serving hot & cold food. Lots of outdoor seating.
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RAF Manston History Museum
(NAAFI CAFE | NAAFI EMPORIUM)
The RAF Manston History Museum is a dedicated aviation museum that chronicles the history of the former RAF Manston airfield from its origins in 1916 through to its closure as a civilian airport in 2014.
NAAFI Cafe. Serves breakfast, light bites, cakes & afternoon tea.
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Montifiore Arms
Tucked away behind Ramsgate’s Eastcliff, The Monty is a true, old fashioned backstreet pub that has been serving the local community for many generations.
The pub is owned by GADDs and is known for its excellent selection of real ales, including Gadds’ No. 7 and award-winning beers, it boasts a 20-foot mahogany bar, a cozy snug, a games room with bar billiards.
Visit Ramsgate – Eating & Drinking Maps
The following Maps show the locations of the Restaurants, Cafes, Pubs & Bars listed above, they also provide locations and information on even more places to eat & drink in Ramsgate.
- Click on menu icon (top left corner) to view Map index.
- Click on the green icon (in map, bottom right) for Map information.
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