Margate guidebook
Food scene
Fort's Cafe
8 Cliff TerraceClosest coffee shop. Great coffee and breakfast/brunch options.
Local legends Curve Roasters have their own cafe in the centre of Margate. Worth the trip for their amazing coffee and food.
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Curve Roasters Storeroom
12 Union RowLocal legends Curve Roasters have their own cafe in the centre of Margate. Worth the trip for their amazing coffee and food.
Cliffs
172 Northdown RdCoffee, Food, Records - cool local institution. Great for families.
Big Shot
3 Marine DriveGreat coffee and food near the beach.
The harbour arm late in the day makes a fantastic place to see the sunset. Dive Tacos is a great place for drinks and dinner with a view back towards Margate beach.
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DIVE - Tacos & Margaritas
Unit 6 Harbour ArmThe harbour arm late in the day makes a fantastic place to see the sunset. Dive Tacos is a great place for drinks and dinner with a view back towards Margate beach.
Mori Mori
80 Northdown RoadGreat Japanese food very close to the house. Walk-in's only.
Angela's
21 The ParadeLovely seafood at this quality restaurant. Booking essential.
Sightseeing
Rides and fun at the weekends and school holidays - great for kids and every age
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Dreamland
Marine TerraceRides and fun at the weekends and school holidays - great for kids and every age
A short walk along the seafront is Walpole Bay Tidal pool, head over for an invigorating sea swim and a rest on the beach. Haeckels bathing machine is also moored here so you can have a sauna before you take the plunge!
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Walpole Tidal Pool
A short walk along the seafront is Walpole Bay Tidal pool, head over for an invigorating sea swim and a rest on the beach. Haeckels bathing machine is also moored here so you can have a sauna before you take the plunge!
A fun activity (also recommended on a hot day as you can enjoy the natural air conditioning under the earth) - historic caves with visitors centre and shop.
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Margate Caves
1 Northdown RdA fun activity (also recommended on a hot day as you can enjoy the natural air conditioning under the earth) - historic caves with visitors centre and shop.
Intriguing and beautiful, tunnels and rooms completely lined with shells under the ground. Cute shop at the entrance also.
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Shell Grotto
33 Grotto HillIntriguing and beautiful, tunnels and rooms completely lined with shells under the ground. Cute shop at the entrance also.
Shopping
Another Margate institution, incredible natural skincare brand and spa.
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Haeckels
18 Cliff TerraceAnother Margate institution, incredible natural skincare brand and spa.
A treasure trove of antiques and vintage finds. A warren of rooms and yards to explore.
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Scott's Furniture Mart Margate
Bath PlaceA treasure trove of antiques and vintage finds. A warren of rooms and yards to explore.
Bars
Bar Nothing
17 Cliff TerraceLocal bar for a late-night drink, great music and vibes.
Micro-brewery overlooking the harbour. Great for the beer lover.
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Xylo Brewing Ltd
2-14 High StMicro-brewery overlooking the harbour. Great for the beer lover.