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No.1 Whitstable

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4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(292 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 122 785 12 84
1 Harbour St, Whitstable CT5 1AG, United Kingdom
£10–20

About No.1 Whitstable

No.1 Whitstable is a family restaurant at 1 Harbour St in Whitstable, serving brunch and breakfast alongside a menu built around fresh seafood. The morning menu includes a full veggie breakfast with homemade hash browns and beans, eggs cooked how you like them, and eggs Florentine with hollandaise. Mussels and seared swordfish are among the seafood dishes, and three different steaks are listed on the blackboard for those who prefer meat. The room can look a bit like a café at first glance, with background music playing. Everything is cooked fresh, so there is a slight wait for food to arrive. Dogs are welcome, so diners can bring their own along.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid parking lot · Parking
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: restroom
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
  • Dietary
    Vegan options · Vegetarian options

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Reviews

4.4/5
292 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention mussels, seared swordfish, eggs florentine and full veggie breakfast.

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Customer Review Summary

Seafood and breakfast draw the most praise, with the mussels and seared swordfish named by more than one diner. Eggs Florentine gets particular attention for its rich, buttery hollandaise and perfectly poached egg, and another reviewer singles out the full veggie breakfast with homemade hash browns and beans. Close behind are the chicken supreme, a rhubarb starter and a raspberry parfait with pistachio ice cream, plus a blackboard of three steaks. Reviewers describe the atmosphere as relaxed and the staff as friendly and welcoming, including with children. One group of 24 reports a bespoke menu that covered dietary requirements and a rearranged dining room for their loud, singing evening. The one caveat is pace: a few note that dishes are cooked fresh, so there is a slight wait, though others say food came quite quickly. One diner calls the place ultra dog friendly.

Featured reviews

  • AS C
    “Good food. Very tasty and came quite quickly. As well as sea food, there were 3 different steaks available on the blackboard. Music in the background, but it wasn't too loud.”
  • Vicky Higgs
    “Thanks so much to the whole team at 1 Whitstable for a brilliant evening. We were a group of 24 and took over the whole restaurant. From the first point of contact they couldn't have been more helpful. They put together a bespoke menu for us, catering for dietary requirements, moved the whole restaurant around, and were wonderful as we sang, danced, and were generally very loud! The service was excellent and we felt so well looked after. Thank you!!”
  • Fiona Tracey
    “Visited on a fairly busy sunny day, but there were plenty of tables free and the atmosphere was very relaxed. Struggled deciding on what to order but really glad I made the choice I did - hands down the best Eggs Florentine I’ve ever had. Beautifully cooked spinach; perfectly cooked poached egg and the most incredible hollandaise I’ve ever tasted. I’m used to the sauce being creamy and not tasting of much, but this was closer to rich, more liquid, maybe clarified butter? Really, really buttery, and seasoned to perfection. I could feel the calories sticking to my thighs as I devoured each mouthful. It was served lovey and hot too, and it was on other the dish was cooked fresh from scratch. Because of that there was a slight wait for it to arrive but I wasn’t in a rush. Amazing!”
  • Yuliya Yotova
    “Came in for brunch and it’s absolutely delish ! Highly recommended the full veggie breakfast, the homemade hash browns and beans are sooooo yummy, bread was great as well and you get your eggs how you like them !Lovely staff !!! Defo coming back to try more food”
  • S P
    “We’ve been Whitstable many times, but this was our first visit No.1 Whitstable and it definitely won’t be the last. The fresh seafood was amazing, especially the mussels, so delicious we couldn’t stop eating them. The service was excellent, the staff were friendly and welcoming, and everything felt relaxed and enjoyable. Definitely coming back again. This restaurant is a hidden gem in Whitstable.”

Hours

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Highlights

“Indulge your taste buds at No.1 Whitstable, a charming restaurant nestled in the vibrant coastal town of Whitstable. Offering a delightful dining experience, our establishment is renowned for its delectable breakfast options and an impressive selection of small and large plates, featuring both tantalising meat and sumptuous seafood dishes. Start your day on a delicious note with our mouthwatering breakfast offerings. From a classic Full English to savoury eggs Benedict, we have the perfect morning delights to satisfy every palate. Whether you're a fan of classic English breakfast or prefer a lighter, healthier option, our menu is designed to cater to all your breakfast cravings.”

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Paid parking lot
  • Accepts reservations
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dine-in
  • Family-friendly
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  • Vegan options
  • Bar onsite
  • Cozy
  • Onsite services
  • Beer
  • Coffee
Dining options· 9
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Atmosphere· 2
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Pet-friendly· 1
  • Dogs allowed outside
Offerings· 8
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
Highlights· 2
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Planning· 1
  • Dinner reservations recommended
Facilities· 2
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
Crowd· 4
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
Parking· 1
  • Parking
Family-friendly· 4
  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Location

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