The Southeast Restaurants

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  • 1. Gelato Gusto

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    No seaside town would be complete without an ice-cream store, and the delicious, housemade, artisanal gelato on sale here is a real treat. Everything is made fresh daily; try the cherry cheesecake flavor or maybe a scoop of the delicious chocolate and sea salt. There are also dairy-free options available, as well as a full menu of desserts, including the "gelato burger" (sandwiched between brioche with chocolate sauce) and the old-school British concoction known as the knickerbocker glory (a tall glass filled with a mixture of ice cream, whipped cream, fruit, and nuts). Alternatively, if you have high levels of self-control, you could just have coffee.

    2 Gardner St., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1UP, England
    01273-673402

    Known For

    • Delicious Italian ice cream
    • Indulgent desserts
    • Essential part of the Brighton seafront experience
  • 2. Knoops Chocolate Bar

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    Despite the fact it has no hot meals, no waiters, and no tables, Knoops has been one of Rye's most consistently popular "restaurants" for years. Step inside and it's easy to see why: this unassuming little shop serves perhaps the best hot chocolate in England. You can select your chocolate from a dizzying array of clipboards that highlight cocoa percentages and tasting notes, then you have the option to add all manner of extra flavors, from herbs and spices to fruits. Knoops has become very successful, with five stores in London and another in Brighton, but this is where it all started.

    E. Cliff, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7LD, England
    333-3600608

    Known For

    • Local Rye phenomenon
    • Choosing your chocolate by cocoa percentage
    • Tasty milkshakes and mochas

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 3. Bill's

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    What started in the early 2000s as a distinctly Lewes café-restaurant has since grown to become a full-blown chain, with dozens of restaurants across the United Kingdom. This is where it all began, and the casual, mostly Modern European food remains as reliably good here as it is everywhere. Start with a plate of garlic and herb flatbread, then move on to spiced crab cakes with chili, then a flavorful cheeseburger with grated black truffle. Breakfasts here are excellent, too.

    56 Cliffe High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2AN, England
    020-80545395

    Known For

    • Lots of vegetarian and vegan options
    • Great breakfasts
    • Family atmosphere
  • 4. City Fish Bar

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    Long lines and lots of satisfied finger licking attest to the deserved popularity of this excellent fish-and-chip shop in the center of town, where all orders are takeout. Everything is freshly fried, the batter crisp, and the fish tasty; the fried mushrooms are also surprisingly good. There's no seating, so your fish is wrapped up in paper and you eat it where you want, perhaps in the park. This place closes at 7 pm.

    30 St. Margaret's St., Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2TG, England
    01227-760873

    Known For

    • Fresh fish in crispy batter
    • Chunky chips
    • Good-quality fast food
  • 5. Haydens

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    This incredibly popular High Street café serves high quality and great value meals and snacks from mid-morning to late afternoon every day of the week. Come early for an excellent full English breakfast or opt for a light lunch like homemade soup or Welsh rarebit (a fondue-like dish where a sauce of melted cheddar, ale, and mustard is poured over slices of toasted bread). And make sure you save room for a homemade cake or delicious cream tea (scone, jam, and clotted cream). Above the café are eight pleasant, individually themed bedrooms. Avoid peak lunch hours (12:30 to 2 pm) on weekends, unless you want to wait in line (it's not possible to reserve a table).

    108 High St., Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7JE, England
    01797-224501

    Known For

    • Lovely views of salt flats out the back
    • Tasty cream teas
    • Long lines during weekend lunch

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
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  • 6. Iydea

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    This popular restaurant and café is a must for visiting vegetarians, though even the most ardent carnivores are likely to leave satisfied. The food is laid out cafeteria style (or "canteen" style in British English), so you choose your meal based on choices of main dishes, sides, and toppings. You could go for a chile bean enchilada or pea-and-goat cheese arancini (breaded and fried rice balls), maybe with some Cajun spiced potato wedges or sugar snap slaw. The restaurant also does a very popular vegetarian breakfast.

    17 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 4AL, England
    01273-933060

    Known For

    • Top vegetarian restaurant
    • Delicious international cooking
    • Popular veggie-focused breakfast
  • 7. Robson's of Lewes

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    Good coffee, fresh produce, and delicious pastries make this coffee shop one of the best places in Lewes to drop by for an afternoon pick-me-up. A light-filled space with wood floors and simple tables creates a pleasant, casual spot to enjoy a cup of coffee with breakfast, a scone, or a light sandwich or salad lunch. You can also order to go.

    22A High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LN, England
    01273-480654

    Known For

    • Great coffee
    • Tasty light bites
    • Good to-go options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 8. The Mock Turtle Tea Room

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    Less than five minutes' walk from the Royal Pavilion, the Mock Turtle is a great old-fashioned, homey café. Alongside a decent selection of teas and coffees are four types of rarebit, soups, and scones as well as cakes and enormous doughnuts.

    4 Pool Valley, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1NJ, England
    01273-327380

    Known For

    • Popular stop for tea and coffee
    • Excellent cakes
    • Location close to Royal Pavilion
  • 9. The Old Buttermarket

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    A colorful, friendly old pub near the cathedral, the Old Buttermarket is a great place to grab a hearty lunch and sample some traditional English fare with a modern inflection. You can sip a pint of fresh English ale from the ever-changing selection while sampling a wild boar and chorizo pie or perhaps a warming bowl of Cheddar-crumbed mac and cheese. There's been a pub on this site for more than 500 years; historical records show that there were once secret tunnels connecting it to Canterbury Cathedral.

    39 Burgate, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2HW, England
    01227-462170

    Known For

    • Great selection of ales
    • Excellent savory pies
    • Interesting history stretching back 500 years
  • 10. The Witchez

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    Owned by talented graphic designers and photo artists, the Witchez Photo Design Restaurant is certainly a unique concept: delicious German- and Polish-influenced comfort food served in the middle of a design studio (which means you can have your passport photo taken while you wait). Never mind the weirdness of the concept; this place is a whole lot of fun, and the food is good to boot—schnitzel, pierogi, German sausage, potato dumplings, and pizzas. It's only open in the evening (from 5 pm Wednesday through Friday and from 4 pm on Saturday).

    16 Marine Parade, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 1TL, England
    01273-673652

    Known For

    • Truly unique concept
    • Tasty German and Polish dishes
    • Great atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. year-round and Tues. Sept.–May. No lunch
  • 11. Whitehouse

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    This chic, contemporary café serves delectable baked goods, all-day breakfasts, and tapas-style light bites. Come for the Turkish eggs, poached with yogurt and dill, or try the fancy bacon roll with spinach, chili jam, and aioli. Or you could just drop by for a delicious slice of fresh cake and a darn fine cup of Joe. There are also beautifully minimalist rooms here if you want to stay over.

    24 High St., Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7JF, England

    Known For

    • Perfectly brewed coffee
    • Healthful light bites
    • Delicious cakes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner

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