
No.1 Whitstable
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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
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mussels, seared swordfish, eggs florentine and full veggie breakfast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mussels, seared swordfish, eggs florentine and full veggie breakfast.
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.
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
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
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
Restaurants near No.1 Whitstable
- Samphire4.51,1550.1 mi£40–80Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
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- 0.1 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleGood for kids
fish and chips, crispy batter, generous portions
- The Pier Ceylon4.72754.2 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
curry breakfast, fruit hopper, bacon brie mango toastie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No.1 WhitstableVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.4292 | — | £10–20 | mussels, seared swordfish, eggs florentine |
| SamphireVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.51,155 | 0.1 mi | £40–80 | fish pie, vanilla cheesecake, mussels |
| Ossies Fish Bar WhitstableWheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.3748 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | fish and chips, crispy batter, generous portions |
| The Pier CeylonOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.7275 | 4.2 mi | £10–20 | curry breakfast, fruit hopper, bacon brie mango toastie |
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