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The Viking Cafe (also known as The Viking Ship Cafe) is a family-run outdoor-focused spot next to the historic Hugin Viking ship replica. It offers scenic estuary views, hot & cold drinks, Full English breakfast rolls, bacon sandwiches, paninis, burgers, soft-scoop ice cream, homemade cakes and vegan/gluten-free options.
The Lift Café is situated at the base of the historic Edwardian East Cliff Lift structure on Harbour Parade. It is tucked into a sun-drenched hideaway just steps from Ramsgate Main Sands and the Royal Harbour. While your feet won’t be in the sand while sitting at the outdoor seating area, it directly overlooks the seafront and serves as a highly convenient stop for grabbing takeaway food or drinks to take onto the beach.
The Boulevard Kiosk, is a beachside shop and cafe located on the promenade, right by Ramsgate Main Sands.
It’s a casual, family-run business known for quick beachfront bites (breakfast rolls, toasties, fresh sandwiches and hot dogs) and sweet treats like whippy ice cream.
Coasters is a beach bar (outdoor kiosk) it offers panoramic, elevated views over Ramsgate Main Sands and the coastline.
Serves basic breakfast options, light snacks, lunches, and sweet treats. The bar offers standard drinks, cocktails, and seasonal favourites like Pimms and Prosecco.
The Lookout Cafe is a popular, long-running family-run clifftop cafe on the West Cliff Promenade next to Government Acre, offering traditional seaside comfort food and and classic “greasy spoon” favorites. Cooked breakfasts, sausage sandwiches, bacon butties on fresh bread, loaded jacket potatoes, homemade cakes, rock cakes, tea, coffee, and ice creams.
The Thai Orchid is a family-run restaurant in the West Cliff Arcade, serving traditional and contemporary Thai cuisine.
The seating capacity is about 24 diners indoors during the winter and expands to 48 in the summer, with a glass canopy, heaters on the patio and picturesque views of the Ramsgate Royal Harbour.
Tuk-Tuk Thai Kitchen is a family-run, authentic Thai restaurant on Ramsgate’s seafront, it is known for its large portions and quality ingredients.
It serves traditional curries (like Massaman), Pad Thai, fresh rice paper rolls, and authentic street food dishes.
This independent coffee shop is known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, serving excellent quality coffee, breakfasts, paninis, and homemade goodies.
Free WiFi, highchairs, and outdoor seating.
They are vegetarian-friendly and offer vegan and gluten-free options.
Bar Finn’s is a stylish wine and cocktail bar located along the scenic West Cliff of Ramsgate.
It offers beautiful panoramic views overlooking the Ramsgate Royal Harbour.
Serves a tapas-style lunch menu along with cheeses, olives, and homemade chutneys.
Occasional live music and live performances.
Family-run Neapolitan Restaurant, situated directly opposite the UK’s only Royal Harbour, it offers sweeping waterfront views alongside traditional homemade dishes like fresh seafood risotto, gnocchi, and classic pasta.
It’s an intimate and relaxed venue, described as an authentic, warm “passport-free trip to Naples”.
The Golden Coffee House is a an independent cafe located on Harbour Street. It is widely praised for its welcoming atmosphere, premium illy Italian coffee, and extensive menu of fresh food.
Known for high-quality desserts, including Pistachio cake, Trilece (served with ice cream), carrot cake, and lemon cheesecake.
Remote Control Construction Coffee Shop for Adults and Children. Play with the remote control Excavators, Dozers, front loaders and dumpers.
There is also a RC Drift Track, with a range of different cars to hire.
(MEDDY’S CAFÉ & BAR)
The Royal Oak Hotel is situated right on the edge of the UK’s only Royal Harbour, only 300 metres from Ramsgate’s award-winning golden, sandy beach.
The hotel features an integrated first-floor eatery known as Meddy’s Cafe & Bar.
The A La Turka restaurant prides itself on being one of the few places in Kent that serves authentic cuisine specifically originating from Gaziantep, a city in south-eastern Turkey famous as a “food paradise” on the historic Silk Road. The founder, Mehmet Dari, grew up in a farming family in Gaziantep and brought his mother’s traditional recipes and a farm-to-table philosophy to the UK.
The Waterfront is a relaxed seaside spot serving great value drinks. It transforms into a lively club with DJs and dancing.
They have multiple big screens showing live Sky and BT Sport (football, horse racing, etc).
The Hive Cafe is an independent local cafe tucked away in George Street. Known for its warm hospitality, creative homemade food, and community-focused atmosphere, it is a favourite spot for both residents and visitors seeking a relaxed brunch or sweet treat.
(NUMBER NINE RESTAURANT)
At Chapel House Estate, we create unforgettable, bespoke weddings and unique celebrations, surrounded by nature – blending elegance with sustainability through our home-grown produce, local partnerships, and eco-friendly practices that preserve and enhance our 35-acre estate sitting right on the rural western border of Ramsgate.
(OLIVIA’S PIZZA & KITCHEN)
Spritz Bar & Lounge is a popular, coastal-chic cocktail lounge overlooking the Royal Harbour, known for its sun-drenched south-facing terrace. It offers a lively atmosphere with signature cocktails, and spritzes. Olivia’s serves Neapolitan-style Pizza, Pasta and Desserts.
Wandering Hut is a family-owned Mediterranean restaurant tucked away at the back of the Custom House on Harbour Parade.
The menu features a diverse range of dishes from Italy, France, Spain, and Greece, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced seafood, quality meats, and seasonal vegetables.
Alison’s Cafe (also known as Alison’s Kiosk) is a family-run cafe situated on the cliff top within King George VI Memorial Park. Known for its casual atmosphere and hearty full English breakfasts, omelettes and bacon sandwiches served on thick bread. The menu also includes salads, burgers, jacket potatoes, paninis, toasties, a wide range of ice cream and homemade cakes.
Located in a sunny spot on the Westcliff Arcade with indoor and outdoor seating, it offers great views of the Ramsgate Royal Harbour.
The menu focuses on fresh, local ingredients. Options include seafood platters (mussels, crevettes, mackerel), fresh crab, breakfast classics, lunch specials, and homemade cakes, beer, wine, cocktails, and coffee.
Marechiaro is a highly-rated, authentic family-run Italian restaurant located in the Westcliff Arcade, offering stunning harbour views. Known for its warm atmosphere and passionate service, it specializes in wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, and homemade desserts, with popular options like truffle dishes, calamari, and N’duja bites.
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.
In a nutshell The Fermentorium is a place for people to come together over their passions, have an adult beverage or two and get to know their fellow humans!
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.
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!
They also have a mobile bar (the Queen Charlotte Bus Bar) that they occasionally set up at events, like the Ramsgate Carnival.
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.
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.
(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.
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.
Vintage & Pizza?! what a combo!
Pizzeria overlooking Ramsgate Royal Harbour, great view from the outdoors seating area.
Arch 16 Retro, Vintage & Junk Shop accessible from the Pizzeria.
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.
(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!
(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.
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.
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.
The Giant Coffee Café is a cosy spot with friendly staff, specialising in Brazilian single-origin coffee and plant-based, vegan treats. They also have a range of ice cream drinks in the summer.
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.
(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”.
(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.
(CAFÉ | BOOK SHOP | PLAY AREAS)
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.
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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